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Whiterock Harbour – Sketrick Castle loop from Adelaide

Whiterock Harbour – Sketrick Castle loop from Adelaide

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Whiterock Harbour – Sketrick Castle loop from Adelaide

03:33

74.1km

680m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Strangford & Lecale AONB

Lagan Valley AONB

Mourne Gullion Strangford UNESCO Global Geopark

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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10.7 km

Hilltop View

Highlight • Viewpoint

37.3 km

Quarterland Road and Strangford Lough Views

Highlight • Viewpoint

A winding and undulating narrow leafy lane alongside the bays of Strangford Lough, that climbs up towards Killinchy for some stunning views.

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41.4 km

Whiterock Harbour

Highlight • Settlement

It's home to two yacht clubs: Strangford Lough Yacht Club and 1.5 kilometres (0.95 mi) to the north, Down Cruising Club. Between the two yacht clubs is Sketrick Castle, a …

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42.6 km

Sketrick Castle

Highlight • Castle

Sketrick Castkle is a historic landmark situated on Sketrick Island near Whiterock. The castle dates back to the 12th century and the grounds are free to explore.

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42.6 km

Daft Eddy's Coffee Shop

Highlight • Viewpoint

Coffee Shop open mornings until mid-afternoon. Bar & Restaurant open afternoon and evenings. Scenic views from Sketrick Island across Strangford Lough to Whiterock, and Ballydorn, Newtownards.

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43.1 km

View of Boats in Strangford & Lecale AONB

Highlight • Lake

Pretty road along the water!

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50.9 km

Kilmood Church

Highlight • Historical Site

Fresh Drinking Water Tap in the Church Courtyard

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74.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

66.3 km

4.81 km

1.88 km

837 m

123 m

111 m

Surfaces

57.7 km

16.2 km

251 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

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Weather

Wednesday 27 May

21°C

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Whiterock Harbour – Sketrick Castle loop from Adelaide

Hilltop View

Quarterland Road and Strangford Lough Views

Whiterock Harbour

Sketrick Castle

Daft Eddy's Coffee Shop

View of Boats in Strangford & Lecale AONB

Kilmood Church

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