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Things to see in Castlewellan (United Kingdom): 26 places and when to go
Castlewellan is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 26 places in and around it, mainly Nature (13), Mountains (11), History (7). The best known are Slieve Donard, Slieve Croob and Slieve Binnian. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 05. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 54.2677, -5.9249
- Places
- 26 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (13) · Mountains (11) · History (7) · Hiking (4) · Wildlife (3) · With kids (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 248 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Slieve Donard, at 849 m.
What to see in Castlewellan
The places in and around Castlewellan, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Slieve DonardMountain in County Down, Northern Ireland, UK9.7 km
- Slieve CroobMountain in the United Kingdom8.6 km
- Slieve BinnianMountain in the United Kingdom14 km
- Slieve BearnaghMountain in the United Kingdom10 km
- Slieve CommedaghMountain in the United Kingdom8.8 km
- Ballynoe stone circleStone circle in County Down, Northern Ireland13 km
- Clough CastleCastle in County Down, Northern Ireland6.3 km
- Ben CromMountain in Northern Ireland12 km
- Legananny DolmenDolmen in Northern Ireland8.7 km
- Slieve MeelbegMountain in the United Kingdom11 km
- Slieve LamaganMountain in the United Kingdom12 km
- Annadorn DolmenDolmen in Northern Ireland11 km
- Slieve MeelmoreMountain in Northern Ireland10.0 km
- Castlewellan CastleCountry house in Castlewellan, County Down, Northern Ireland2.0 km
- Millstone MountainNature · Mountains9.1 km
- Bohill Nature ReserveProtected area9.7 km
- Croob ViewMountains · Hiking8.1 km
- Goward DolmenDolmen in Northern Ireland13 km
- Hollymount Forest nature reserveProtected area13 km
- Lecale Way (Ulster Way Section)Hiking14 km
- Mourne WayHiking14 km
- Murlough National Nature ReserveProtected area5.9 km
- Newcastle WayHiking3.5 km
- Seaforde HouseCountry house in Seaforde, County Down, Northern Ireland7.7 km
And the other 2, by what you come to do:
- With kids: Tropicana
- Food and drink: Whitewater Brewing Co.
When to go to Castlewellan
The best time to visit Castlewellan is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:38
- FebPossible9:27
- MarPossible11:29
- AprBest time13:47
- MayBest time15:46
- JunBest time16:54
- JulBest time16:26
- AugBest time14:39
- SepBest time12:25
- OctPossible10:11
- NovBetter not8:09
- DecPossible7:05
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 05. In April, 26 of the 26 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Castlewellan
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 248 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Banbridge10 places24 km
- Portaferry22 places28 km
- Warrenpoint20 places28 km
- Belfast57 places37 km
- Donaghadee21 places43 km
- Lisburn20 places56 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Castlewellan?
The best known: Slieve Donard, Slieve Croob, Slieve Binnian, Slieve Bearnagh, Slieve Commedagh. In all, 26 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Castlewellan?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 05.
How do you get to Castlewellan?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 248 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Castlewellan as the destination and these 26 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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