Annalong Play Park, Beach & Harbour

Aug 4
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Updated: 4 days ago

📍 Annalong, County Down

💷Free

🅿️ Free parking nearby

🚻 Public toilets available nearby

♿️ Mostly accessible pathways around the play park and harbour

☕ Café nearby – perfect for a post-play coffee or lunch

🧒 Best for ages 1–12 (and families who love exploring!)

🗺️ Annalong Harbour, County Down

What You'll Find

If you're looking for a family day out that combines a fantastic play park, a beach, beautiful harbour views and somewhere to grab a coffee, Annalong should definitely be on your list.

The modern play park has something for children of all ages, with climbing equipment, swings, slides and plenty of space to run around. It's the kind of park where little adventurers can happily play for ages while parents enjoy the stunning backdrop of the Mourne Mountains.

Just a few steps away is the small beach, perfect for paddling, building sandcastles, hunting for shells or simply enjoying the fresh sea air. The harbour is also lovely to explore, with fishing boats coming and going, making it a great place for curious little minds.

When everyone has worked up an appetite, there's a lovely café nearby where you can grab a coffee, breakfast, lunch or a sweet treat and your able to use their enclosed garden with garden toys.

For the Grown Ups

While the kids burn off some energy, you'll be treated to some of the best coastal scenery in County Down. The combination of the harbour, mountains and sea makes this a peaceful spot to relax while still keeping an eye on the little ones.

Why We Loved It

✅Fantastic FREE play park

✅Beach and harbour all in one location

✅Stunning Mourne Mountain views

✅ Great café nearby for food and coffee

✅ Ideal for toddlers through to older children

✅Easy to spend a few relaxing hours here

Wee Adventurers Top Tips

⭐ Bring buckets and spades if the tide is out.

⭐ Pack a change of clothes for little ones who can't resist the water.

⭐ Visit on a sunny morning before it gets busier.

⭐ Take a stroll around the harbour after your visit

Overall Verdict

Annalong is one of those places that's easy to overlook, but once you've visited, you'll wonder why you didn't go sooner. With a fantastic free play park, a lovely beach, beautiful harbour views and a café all within a few minutes' walk, it has everything you need for a simple, affordable family day out.

If you're exploring the Mournes or looking for somewhere different to visit in County Down, this hidden gem is well worth adding to your list.