Christie Park and Somerset - Riverside in Coleraine

Start : Christie Park car park, 55-65 Strand Rd, Coleraine (BT51 3AB)

(S/E) From the car park in Christie Park walk to the River (Lower Bann). Turn right (South-East) and follow the riverside pathway towards the new bridge (away from the town centre old bridge) for around 700 m.

(1) Having passed under the new bridge, take the path to the left and proceed along this narrow riverside pathway until reaching the Somerset Riverside Park car park, opposite Mountsandel Fort (around 3 Km).

(2) Walk as you want in Somerset Riverside Park and retrace your step to the starting point. (S/E)

Start : Christie Park, 55-65 Strand Rd, Coleraine (BT51 3AB).

Terrain : Riverside surfaced pathways

Public Transport : Translink

Facilities : Toilets (disabled) available in the car park on the Strand Road. Refreshments available in Coleraine.

Dog Policy : Dogs must be kept on leads

Find more information and walk ideas at Walk NI here.

Mountsandel Fort , visible across the river.

Note : Take time along the route to enjoy the views over the Bann and study the interpretation panels provided. Having reached the car park walkers have the option of crossing the road and further enjoying a variety of walks within Somerset Forest.