Strangford
Ward in Newry, Mourne and Down, Northern Ireland
| Coordinates: | 54.328, -5.615 |
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| Dialling code: | 02844 (Downpatrick) |
The Strangford ward lies on the western shores of Strangford Lough within the Newry, Mourne and Down district, and is characterised by a patchwork of coastal villages, sheltered bays and agricultural land. Its location beside the lough means the area is rich in intertidal habitats and saltmarshes, making it popular with birdwatchers, kayakers and anglers and important for marine and bird conservation.
Locally the economy is a mix of tourism, small‑scale fishing and farming, with tight‑knit communities and seasonal events that celebrate maritime and rural life. The ward’s history is tied to the lough’s long tradition of boat‑building and trade, and visitors are often drawn by scenic walks, quieter harbours and the sense of an enduring coastal culture.
Postcode districts covering Strangford
Most populated places nearby
- Banbridge East 24.4 miles39.3 km
- Dundonald 20.6 miles33.1 km
- Holywood 22.5 miles36.2 km
Neighbouring places
- Knocknashinna Ward 3.4 miles5.4 km
- Cathedral Ward 4.4 miles7 km
- Lecale Ward 4.6 miles7.4 km
- Quoile Ward 5.2 miles8.3 km
- Crossgar and Killyleagh Ward 5.7 miles9.2 km
- Portaferry Ward 5.8 miles9.3 km
- Ballydugan Ward 8.1 miles13 km
- Derryboy Ward 8.5 miles13.7 km
- Kircubbin Ward 9.1 miles14.6 km
- Drumaness Ward 10 miles16 km
Example postcodes in Strangford
BT30 7NE, BT30 7HT, BT30 7NT, BT30 7AR, BT30 7HR, BT30 7EJ, BT30 7PQ, BT30 7DJ, BT30 7BA … See all
Transport links
- George Best Belfast City Airport 22.6 miles36.3 km
- Belfast International Airport 33.2 miles53.4 km
- Ballynahinch Junction 10.2 miles16.4 km
- Hilden Railway Station 21.4 miles34.5 km
Hotels near Strangford Ad
- The Portaferry Hotel 3 4.5 miles7.3 km
- Denvirs Hotel 4.1 miles6.6 km
- Kinelarty Luxury Glamping Pods 8.9 miles14.4 km
Schools in Strangford
- St Joseph's Primary School Primary
- St Joseph's Primary School Primary
- St Malachy's Primary School Primary
- St Mary's Primary School Primary
- St Patrick's Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Castleward House Estate 3 miles4.8 km
- Delamont House Estate 4.4 miles7.1 km
- Ardglass Marina Marina 4.6 miles7.3 km
- Downpatrick Racecourse Recreation 4.7 miles7.6 km
- Killough Harbour Harbour 5.3 miles8.5 km
- Tyrella House Estate 8.3 miles13.3 km
- Seaforde House Estate 9.3 miles15 km
- Florida Manor Estate 10.4 miles16.8 km
- Montalto House Estate 12.1 miles19.5 km
- Ballywillwill House Estate 12.5 miles20.2 km
- Saintfield House Estate 13 miles20.9 km
- Ballywalter Park Estate 15.1 miles24.4 km