Strangford Lough

Outline Map of Ards Peninsula and Strangford Lough

Southeast of Belfast in Co. Down lies Strangford Lough. Bordered on its eastern side by the Ards Peninsula, Strangford Lough has been designated as an area of special scientific interest due to the enormous diversity of wildlife to be found in this area. Portaferry at the southern end of the Lough is home to Exploris one of the most modern aquariums centres in Europe with a diverse selection of marine life on display. The centre includes a "Touch Tank" which is a particular favourite of children. On the eastern shore of the lough is the small village of Greyabbey which takes its name from the Cistercian Abbey founded here in 1193. The Lough is home to many species of wild life and in winter the lough is covered by many migrating birds including Brent Geese. There are also a good number of seals which are easily observed as they bask at the low tide mark

Below A panoramic View of Strangford Lough From Sketrick Island

Seals Enjoying the sun at Low Tide

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