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Carnfunnock Country Park (Walks only)

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Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 2QG
Map showing access while Carnfunnock Country Park is under redevelopment during 2025 & 2026.

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Carnfunnock Country Park is now closed for redevelopment.  The £7 million redevelopment of Carnfunnock commenced on Monday 7 July 2025. The project will last for approximately 15 months but there will still be pedestrian access and access to the dog exercise area throughout the redevelopment. (Please see map for further details on access arrangements).   Car parking is available at nearby Drains Bay or Carnfunnock Bay with toilets available at Drains Bay.  This exciting project will include:

•  New visitor centre

•  Improved accessibility

•  Bike Park

•  Upgraded adventure playpark

•  Improved caravan park services

You can keep up to date with the progress of your new Carnfunnock via our website:    https://orlo.uk/Carnfunnock_qKzug  This project is funded by Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

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  • Dogs accepted by arrangement

Guide Prices

Free access.

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Tel+44 (0) 7748 623 227

Tel+44 (0) 28 2826 2471

Map & Directions

Opening Times

* Pedestrian access only.

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Map & Directions

Public Transport Directions

By Bus:  Translink provides a regular bus service along the Coast Road (A2). The nearest bus stop is located just outside the entrance to the Park. For timetable information please contact Translink Tel: +44 (0) 28 9066 6630.

Service 162 (all year): Larne to Cushendun.

Service 252 (seasonal): Belfast to Coleraine.

By Ferry:  For timetable information about services to/from Larne please contact P&O Passenger Services: Tel: + 44 (0) 871 6646 464.

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