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Helen's Bay Beach – Grey Point Fort loop from Newtownards

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United Kingdom
Northern Ireland
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Corporation North

Helen's Bay Beach – Grey Point Fort loop from Newtownards

Moderate

8

riders

Helen's Bay Beach – Grey Point Fort loop from Newtownards

01:18

26.6km

300m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.2 km for 148 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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10.4 km

Helen's Bay Beach

Highlight • Beach

Nice safe golden sandy beach with views across Belfast Lough to County Antrim. Great for swimming and dog walking. The coastal path round to Bangor can be cycled but is …

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11.1 km

Grey Point Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

This impressive fort was built in the 20th century and is one of the best preserved forts in the British Isles! It played a huge role in the defenses of Belfast during WW1 & WW2.

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26.6 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.8 km

2.01 km

373 m

246 m

154 m

Surfaces

22.2 km

3.79 km

373 m

204 m

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Sunday 8 November

11°C

6°C

15 %

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Fog is expected during your activity. Consider wearing some high-visibility clothing so you’re easier to see.

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