Newcastle
Newcastle is a seaside resort in County Down at the foot of the Mourne Mountains, with a long sandy beach and Slieve Donard, the highest peak in Northern Ireland, rising directly behind the town. The area is a gateway to the Mourne Mountains Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Taking your dog to Newcastle
- Beach access
- Year-round
- Nearby towns
- 1
5 council-verified beaches nearby
Closest: Strangford, 17.2 miles
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