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Co Antrim, Northern Ireland

Ford Farm

— (0)Price on Pitchup54.851°N, 5.818°W
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The Giant's Causeway coast feels close here — salt wind off the North Channel, the quiet of rolling Antrim fields broken only by cattle and the distant cry of gulls.

Ford Farm takes tents, campervans and caravans, so it suits families after a base for coastal exploring, couples touring the Causeway route, or anyone who wants proper Northern Irish countryside without the fuss of a big commercial site. You're in Co Antrim farming country, with the dramatic north coast and its UNESCO geology within easy reach, though the farm itself keeps that peaceful, working-land feel.

Facilities are straightforward — toilets and showers onsite, nothing fancy but enough to keep you comfortable. Campfires are worth asking about when you arrive, as the policy can vary. It's a no-nonsense, friendly sort of place — the kind of farm site where you pitch up, breathe out, and let the landscape do the talking.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
17°C
Clear
13 mph
54%
7-Day Outlook
Today
19° / 14°
63%
Mon
21° / 13°
100%
Tue
18° / 14°
98%
Wed
18° / 13°
56%
Thu
19° / 12°
44%
Fri
19° / 9°
33%
Sat
18° / 12°
27%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

9 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Shore Trail

Follows the dramatic County Antrim coastline with moderate inclines and some uneven, rocky sections. Not suitable for buggies; older children who are confident on varied terrain will enjoy the sea views and exploring rock pools. Dogs welcome on leads near cliff edges. Offers stunning vistas across the North Channel, passing through coastal woodland and open headlands with excellent birdwatching opportunities.

Walking route
4.31 km from campsite

Heritage Trail

Explores Newtownabbey's historic landmarks and green spaces on mostly flat, paved paths suitable for buggies and families with young children. Dogs welcome on leads through parks and residential areas. Connects Victorian heritage sites, churches, and the scenic Valley Park via quiet streets and riverside sections, offering an easy cultural walk that blends local history with pleasant urban greenery—ideal for a leisurely afternoon discovering the area's past.

Walking route
4.56 km from campsite

Bioodiversity/Fitness Trail

Loops through grassland and parkland with gentle gradients, suitable for families and buggies on maintained paths. Dogs welcome on leads. Combines gentle exercise with nature spotting opportunities—look for information boards highlighting local wildlife and plants along the way. Good option for a short, accessible stroll that keeps children engaged with outdoor learning.

Walking route
4.7 km from campsite

Garden Trail

Walking route
4.72 km from campsite

Woodland Trail

Walking route
4.76 km from campsite

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