Toddler Morning with Fairy Door Trail & Island Coffee Trailer
Parent & Baby or Toddler Morning Experience in Ballynahinch, County Down
1hr 30mins session – £6 Redeemable Entry Fee – 1.4km Fairy Door Walk – Family fun
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£6 Per Adult
Get a hot or cold drink and a traybake each included when you visit our island. -
Meet our Alpacas
Greet our friendly alpacas at the start of the trail. Use our vending machine for feeding them. -
Enjoy a Fairy Door Nature Trail
Embark on a scenic 1.4km nature trail with over 20 fairy doors to find. -
Take a Uniquely Relaxing Pitstop
Our one of a kind coffee trailer on an island is the perfect way to relax with other parents. -
Free cancellation up to 48hrs beforehand
We allow standard free cancellation up to 48hrs before.
Welcome to our beautiful 1.4km scenic nature trail, a relaxing outdoor experience for parents and their babies to enjoy together. The trail winds through picturesque farmland and woodland, across wooden bridges and around tranquil ponds, offering a peaceful space to slow down and connect with nature.
Along the way, keep an eye out for over 20 magical fairy doors hidden throughout the trail, adding a sense of wonder for little explorers while you enjoy the surrounding countryside.
You’ll also have the chance to meet our friendly alpacas along the trail, and visitors can feed them using our alpaca feed vending machine. Simply bring a £1 coin if you’d like to give them a treat!
The well-maintained paths are suitable for prams or baby carriers, making it an easy and enjoyable walk for parents with young children. The trail leads to our peaceful island coffee trailer, where you can relax with a hot drink and sweet treat while enjoying the calm waters and beautiful views before making your way back.
Basic Itinerary
Session Times: Wednesdays – 11.30pm – 1pm
🚗 Car Park
Park in our car park and our ranger will meet you and check you in.
🐾 Meet the Alpacas
Our ranger will point you towards our alpaca pen where you might be lucky to meet our alpacas. You will get the chance to feed them from your hand but remember to take a £1 coin to use in our vending machine. Take a selfie and pet them.
🌳 1.4km Nature Trail with Fairy Doors
After the alpacas take a stroll along our 1.4km nature trail spotting the fairy doors as you go? The nature trail is stoned and meanders through farmland, woodland and around ponds full of wildlife.
☕ Coffee Trailer Stop
Stop for a break at our unique coffee trailer on an island in a pond with picnic tables and parasols. Redeem your entry fee with a hot/cold drink and a traybake. Pre-purchase further cake and drinks packages and save 20%.
🚗 Back to the Car Park
Continue your trail back to the alpaca pen and say goodbye to your new friends. Then make your way back to the car park with new memories made forever.
Our location in County Down, Northern Ireland
About the area
Nestled in the stunning countryside of Northern Ireland, Ballyburren is an idyllic location offering a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure. Located just 25 minutes from Belfast and 15 minutes from the iconic Mourne Mountains, the area is a haven for nature lovers, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts.
Explore scenic trails, charming villages, and local attractions like Castlewellan Forest Park, Tollymore Forest Park, and Silent Valley Reservoir. The nearby coast offers stunning beaches and picturesque seaside towns such as Newcastle, while Belfast provides vibrant city life, rich history, and cultural landmarks. Whether seeking peace or excitement, Ballyburren’s surroundings cater to every desire.
Suitability
- Parent with baby
- Push pram with larger wheels or baby harness or carrier
- Toddlers as long as they are supervised at all times
- Baby changing facilities in the car park toilets
Restrictions
- No picnics of your own allowed
- Maximum stay: 1hr 30mins
- 1 x free hot/cold drink & traybake per adult booking
- Dogs not allowed due to wildlife and farm animals
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Along the way, keep an eye out for over 20 magical fairy doors hidden throughout the trail, adding a sense of wonder for little explorers while you enjoy the surrounding countryside.
You’ll also have the chance to meet our friendly alpacas along the trail, and visitors can feed them using our alpaca feed vending machine. Simply bring a £1 coin if you’d like to give them a treat!
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