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Castle Ward
National Trust Estate
Strangford
Downpatrick, Co. Down BT30 7LS
Phone: +44 28 4488 1204
Fax: +44 28 4488 1729
Website | EmailCastle Ward is Strangford Lough's second most considerable National Trust property after Mount Stewart. Whereas the gardens dominate Mount Stewart, Castle Ward is distinguished by the curious architectural style of its Great House. Built by Bernard and Anne Ward in the 18th century, the house reflects the opposing tastes of its occupiers: one side of the house is Classical, the other is Gothic, and the architectural division runs right through the interior. The 750 acres of grounds contain a sedate lake bordered by palm trees. There's a Strangford Lough Wildlife Centre dedicated to the rare species of animals, particularly seabirds, native to the area. On summer evenings opera is performed in the courtyard.
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