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Castle Ward Hoof Trail run from Strangford — Strangford & Lecale

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Castle Ward Hoof Trail run from Strangford — Strangford & Lecale

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Castle Ward Hoof Trail run from Strangford — Strangford & Lecale

01:49

15.7km

160m

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Embark on the difficult Castle Ward Hoof Trail run, a challenging 9.7-mile (15.7 km) route that will take you about 1 hour and 49 minutes to complete. You will gain 510 feet (156 metres) in elevation as you jog through historical estates, mature woodlands, and along coastal paths. The trail…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Strangford & Lecale AONB

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4.53 km

Castle Ward Tower (Winterfell Filming Location)

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Best known for its place as "Winterfell" in Game of Thrones, Castle Ward is an 18th-century National Trust property in Strangford. With two unique styles of classical and gothic, the …

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5.87 km

Forest Path Along Strangford Lough

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Nice forest with great views of Strangford Lough. Easy signposted walks.

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6.36 km

Audley's Castle

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The castle is named after its late 16th-century owners, the Audleys, an Anglo-Norman family who owned land in the area in the 13th century. It was sold, along with the …

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15.7 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.85 km

3.77 km

2.98 km

2.07 km

1.89 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.28 km

3.42 km

2.26 km

1.36 km

1.25 km

111 m

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Tuesday 26 May

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Castle Ward Tower (Winterfell Filming Location)

Forest Path Along Strangford Lough

Audley's Castle

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