Whether you want to watch birds, see the sunrise or set or just enjoy the view whilst you munch on some picnic classics, there are lots of great locations where you can sit and eat your homemade treats.
Pack your sausage rolls, pork pies, sandwiches, scotch eggs, fruit salads and head to a spot of local beauty to enjoy them.
Northern Ireland has a huge variety of beautiful locations to enjoy a picnic. From harbours, to nature centres, to beaches and forests, there is something for every picnic lover.
Check out our list of some of the top picnic spots in Northern Ireland.
5. Newcastle beach
A popular tourist destination in the Co Down coast, Newcastle beach is a perfect spot for a picnic with a view of the Mourne Mountains in the background and picnic areas on site. The beach comprises sand, small pebbles and larger stones, being approximately 2.5 Kilometres for a walk after your picnic. It is backed by a promenade with the town of Newcastle behind, which has lots of amusements, shops and attractions. For more information, go to discovernorthernireland.com/newcastle-beach Photo: DiscoverNI
6. Delamont Country Park, Co Down
Delamont Country Park is located on the shores of Strangford Lough in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Enjoy a picnic in the peaceful and tranquil atmosphere with stunning views across the lough with an open area for picnics and a coffee shop on site. Nature lovers will adore that ‘away from it all feeling’ with over 200 acres to explore around the country park. For more information, go to discovernorthernireland.com/delamont-country-park Photo: VisitMourneMountains
7. Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
Northern Ireland’s only royal residence, Hillsborough Castle and Gardens is a historical and picturesque picnic location. Visitors will hear stories of diplomacy, celebration, entertainment and negotiation exploring Hillsborough Castle’s history and State Rooms with 100 acres of beautiful gardens and peaceful woodlands. Located just 20 minutes from Belfast, this castle has events taking place year round. Parking is free of charge with adult tickets starting from £10 and children's tickets starting from £5. For more information, go to discovernorthernireland.com/hillsborough-castle-and-gardens Photo: DiscoverNI
8. Dungannon Park
A 70 acres oasis centred around a stream fed lake, Dungannon Park is an ideal spot for a family picnic with spectacular scenery and a catering picnic area. Located only two miles from Dungannon town centre, Dungannon Park is home to the Park Lake fly fishery, which is a 12-acre stream fed lake, home to a wide range of aquatic insects and stocked regularly with rainbow trout, perfect for those wanting to learn how to fly fish with a wheelie boat insight for wheelchair and disabled anglers. If you prefer walking, there are a network of pathway walks along with treasure and orienteering trails and more. For more information, go to midulstercouncil.org/dungannonpark Photo: VisitMidUlster