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Daft Eddy's Coffee Shop – Sketrick Castle loop from Newtownards

Road cycling routes

Northern Ireland

Corporation North

Daft Eddy's Coffee Shop – Sketrick Castle loop from Newtownards

Moderate

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Daft Eddy's Coffee Shop – Sketrick Castle loop from Newtownards

02:50

62.0km

460m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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Strangford & Lecale AONB

Mourne Gullion Strangford UNESCO Global Geopark

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

21.2 km

View of Boats in Strangford & Lecale AONB

Highlight • Lake

Pretty road along the water!

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2

21.5 km

Daft Eddy's Coffee Shop

Highlight • Viewpoint

Coffee Shop open mornings until mid-afternoon. Bar & Restaurant open afternoon and evenings. Scenic views from Sketrick Island across Strangford Lough to Whiterock, and Ballydorn, Newtownards.

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3

21.7 km

Sketrick Castle

Highlight • Castle

Sketrick Castkle is a historic landmark situated on Sketrick Island near Whiterock. The castle dates back to the 12th century and the grounds are free to explore.

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4

22.9 km

Whiterock Harbour

Highlight • Settlement

It's home to two yacht clubs: Strangford Lough Yacht Club and 1.5 kilometres (0.95 mi) to the north, Down Cruising Club. Between the two yacht clubs is Sketrick Castle, a …

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5

27.0 km

Quarterland Road and Strangford Lough Views

Highlight • Viewpoint

A winding and undulating narrow leafy lane alongside the bays of Strangford Lough, that climbs up towards Killinchy for some stunning views.

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6

44.0 km

Kilmood Church

Highlight • Historical Site

Fresh Drinking Water Tap in the Church Courtyard

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B

62.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.3 km

4.45 km

3.91 km

349 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

50.1 km

11.8 km

244 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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12°C

65 %

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