Donard Park
| Donard Park | |
|---|---|
Donard Park with Slieve Donard behind | |
Donard Park Location in Northern Ireland | |
| Type | Public park |
| Location | Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland |
| Nearest city | Belfast |
| OS grid | J375305 |
| Coordinates | 54°12′14″N 5°54′11″W / 54.2040°N 5.9030°W |
| Elevation | Approx. 10 m |
| Founder | Annesley family |
| Owned by | Down District Council |
| Operated by | Down District Council |
| Open | All year |
| Status | Open |
| Camp sites | YMCA centre with camping |
| Paths | Woodland and riverside paths |
| Terrain | Forested foothills, riverside |
| Water | Glen River |
| Vegetation | Mixed woodland |
| Species | Holly Blue Butterfly, local fauna |
| Designation | Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty |
| Parking | 333 regular spaces, 25 accessible, 2 EV bays |
| Connecting transport | Coach parking available |
| Facilities | Toilets, picnic areas, sports pitches |
| Website | Visit Mourne Mountains – Donard Park |
Donard Park is a public park located in Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland. It is next to the Glen River, which forms the boundary along one side and is at the foot of Slieve Donard, the highest mountain in Northern Ireland, part of the Mourne Mountains. It is owned and run by Down District Council.