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.
13. Florence Court, Co Fermanagh
Located approximately eight miles from Enniskillen, Florence Court is known as one of the most beautiful Georgian houses in Northern Ireland and is nestled against Benaughlin and Cuilcagh Mountains. Enjoy your family picnic surrounded by lush parkland and woodland with the majestic setting of Florence Court and the breathtaking views of Benaughlin rising in the background. Explore the historic court along with their shop, picnic area and playground to keep the children busy. For more information, go to discovernorthernireland.com/things-to-do/florence-court Photo: DiscoverNI
14. WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre
Set on the shore of Strangford Lough, Castle Espie is home to almost the entire world’s population of Brent Geese during the winter months. Enjoy being in nature and getting a close up encounter with Ireland’s largest collection of native and exotic birds, or walk along the woodland and shore-view walks after enjoying your picnic. For more information, go to wwt.org.uk/castle-espie Photo: DiscoverNI
15. Quoile Pondage Nature Reserve and Countryside Centre, Downpatrick
The Quoile Pondage Nature Reserve and Countryside Centre was once a busy port town serving the town of Downpatrick and is steeped in history with strong associations with legends of Saint Patrick who landed in the area. The centre is home to many different bird species and provides a great opportunity to birdwatch while enjoying your picnic. The park includes a ramble for people with limited mobility alongside a wooded riverside path. For more information, go to discovernorthernireland.com/quoile-pondage-nature-reserve Photo: DiscoverNI
16. Ness Country Park, Killaloo, Co Derry / Londonderry
Ness Wood, named for ‘an las’ or Ness, meaning waterfall, is home to one of the highest waterfalls in Northern Ireland, a perfect place for a picnic with a view. This waterfall was created after the last ice age, 10,000 years ago when the Burntollet River Course was blocked by glacial deposits causing the river to erode a new channel through the rock and create magnificent waterfalls, gorges, potholes and rapids. There is also a meadow walk which offers easy access walking to allow exercise for all abilities. For more information, go to discovernorthernireland.com/ness-country-park Photo: DiscoverNI