Family Fun at The Culloden Estate and Spa, Belfast, Northern Ireland
February 2007//…. There is so much for the whole family to see and do in Northern Ireland and at The Culloden Estate and Spa. Acres of parkland and gardens, endless beaches and lush woodlands are on the doorstep just waiting to be explored. Urbanites will be pleased to hear that it has the added advantage of being a rural retreat which is also close to Belfast’s bustling City centre, offering a number of fun activities for children and adults alike.
The Culloden Estate and Spa is Northern Ireland’s most prestigious hotel, offering guests palatial surroundings with stunning views and the highest levels of personal service. The award winning Mitre Restaurant is one of the finest restaurants in Northern Ireland, serving modern Irish Cuisine, but there is also the option for more casual dining in the conservatory and lounge, or at the Estate’s Cultra Inn, where open log fires and a cosy atmosphere provide the ideal setting for a relaxed meal. Rooms are exquisitely decorated and tastefully furnished, many having stunning views over the Estate and Belfast Lough. It is the ideal place for a family to relax after a day spent enjoying the host of activities on offer in the area.
The Great Outdoors
Children will love to explore the beaches running along the County Antrim coastline as well as the 12 acres of beautiful secluded gardens and woodland in which the Culloden stands. Horse riding and sailing are minutes away, and there are lots of excellent cycling routes from which to really appreciate the natural beauty of the area. For off-shore fun, Belfast boat charters aim to provide ‘fun, thrills, and high speed entertainment’ in the coastal waters of Northern Ireland. For animal lovers, why not visit Belfast Zoo or the Streamvale Open Farm where children have the chance to take part in animal feeding, nature trails and pony rides.
Entertainment
The Ulster Folk and Transport Museum is right on the Culloden’s doorstep, and as one of Ireland’s foremost visitor attractions (and previous Irish Museum of the Year), it is a must-see. Here you will gain a fascinating insight into the life and traditions of people in Northern Ireland, past and present. Perfect for teenagers, the nearby Odyssey Centre in Belfast has an Imax cinema, bowling lanes and an interactive discovery centre which will keep them amused for hours. Also close by is the Dundonald International Ice Bowl, which has an Olympic size ice rink and Pirates Adventure Golf; great for small children. For a real treat why not visit Aunt Sandra’s Candy Factory, where sweet-toothed children and adults can watch an array of confectionary being made from hand and of course get the chance to sample a shamrock lolly or two!
Relaxation
When the kids are in bed, where better to relax than at the Culloden’s very own Espa spa, which offers the perfect sanctuary for both body and mind. Guests can choose from a wide selection of reviving, rejuvenating, soothing and relaxing treatments such as Hot Stone Therapy and Indian Head Massage, (there are even specific treatments for the men)! The result is a feeling of calm and wellness – the perfect way to round off the day’s activities.
Nightly rates at The Culloden Estate & Spa start from £55per person per night on a B&B basis – to book call 028 9042 1066 or visit www.hastingshotels.com
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