Newtownabbey

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General Information

Newtownabbey formed in 1958 is located in the Antrim County of Northern Ireland, United Kingdom and is largely a residential area with good retail and leisure facilities.

The surrounding natural landscape makes the town an ideal location for many outdoor and sporting activities. There are three large parks which are popular with both locals and visitors alike, as well as a wonderful walking and cycling route linking one part of the town to the other.

Belfast Lough offers bird watchers the chance to view some unique and beautiful bird life. Newtownabbey is a well-rounded town which has the capacity to keep the whole family entertained, with some excellent indoor amusement and leisure facilities aimed at children.

Things to do and see in Newtownabbey

Some of the activities and attractions to be found in and around Newtownabbey are as follows :-

Abbey Centre
Valley Leisure Centre
Theatre and museum at the Mill
Belfast zoo
Funky Monkeys – indoor children’s play centre
Bespoke Tours
Glengormley Sportsbowl

Please see the activities directory for more information.

Accommodation in Newtownabbey

There is a large variety of accommodation options in and around this town; from bed and breakfasts, guest houses to hotels. Please view the accommodation directory which gives tourists a choice of what is available.