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Lough Neagh Shore near Antrim – Antrim Castle Ruins loop from Antrim and Newtownabbey District

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Lough Neagh Shore near Antrim – Antrim Castle Ruins loop from Antrim and Newtownabbey District

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Lough Neagh Shore near Antrim – Antrim Castle Ruins loop from Antrim and Newtownabbey District

01:33

14.7km

80m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.46 km

Rea's Wood

Forest

5.03 km

Lough Neagh Shoreline

Highlight • Trail

Enjoy a scenic section of running along the shoreline of Lough Neagh . The path is made of gravel and entirely flat making it perfect jogging material. The lough itself …

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5.08 km

Scenic section of walking along the shore of Lough Neagh from Antrim. The lough holds the title of the largest lake in Ireland and this footpath gifts you with some gorgeous vantage points to enjoy it from.

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6.05 km

The Protector of the Lough

Highlight • Monument

The Protector of the Lough statue shows the mythological giant Finn McCool standing guard at Antrim Marina on the shores of Lough Neagh. It's an eight-metre-tall sculpture created by Spanish …

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7.61 km

Diana’s Courtyard Café

Highlight • Cafe

Good cake & hot chocolate. Can sit inside or in the castle courtyard as you like.

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8.49 km

Antrim Castle Gardens

Highlight • Rest Area

Here you can discover the beauty of Antrim Castle Gardens & Clotworthy House. There's many beautiful landmarks along the way such as Large Parterre, Her Ladyship's Pleasure Garden and Yew …

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9.19 km

Antrim Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Ruins of Antrim castle set in green grounds next to the river. A great place to stop for a breather.

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14.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.64 km

4.04 km

1.97 km

1.40 km

1.36 km

236 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.32 km

5.54 km

888 m

522 m

207 m

189 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 26 June

21°C

16°C

90 %

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Lough Neagh Shore near Antrim – Antrim Castle Ruins loop from Antrim and Newtownabbey District

Lough Neagh Shoreline