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Oxford Island

Craigavon, County Armagh

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Photo: Tim Meng

About Oxford Island

Explore this natural lakeside haven in County Armagh with convenient parking, though visitors should note limited facilities including no toilets or wheelchair access and a no-picnic policy.

What's nearby

  • Lough Neagh Discovery Centre next door

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Good to know

Parking

  • Free car park
  • Free street

Accessibility

  • Accessible parking
  • Accessible entrance
  • Accessible seating

Payment

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

Photos

Photos via Google

Opening hours

Monday
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

What visitors say

Sarah Eva Manson

Very beautiful, lots of parking and picnic benches with bbq plates. I love the playground.

· via Google

Åsa McDowell

The area is stunning but we were not impressed with the centre or layout of the place. A large playpark was the central point, great for families I guess.. It's such a shame that the cafe doesn't face the water.

· via Google

Sunny spring

Beautiful except for the blue green algae danger. It is not visible now after a clean up but my goodness it's scary Staff are always lovely. The building is always very clean and pleasant

· via Google

Mute Pint

Wonderful spot for some walking and getting away from it all. Had never been to lough neagh before and decided to come here as it was closest to us. Great nature trails and plenty of parking. Visitors centre had toilets and cafe restaurant but we were a bit late in the day for food. Nice to happen upon somewhere in NI that doesn't have some lad at the entrance looking for a fiver as is the case for many other nature reserves and forests. Lovely to see swan and ducks with their young Lots of midges that were biting but that's just nature for you

· via Google

See all reviews on Google →

Visitors say this nature reserve offers numerous nature trails for walking and cycling, along with well-maintained grass areas and picnic benches. They also highlight the free access, ample parking, and clean, well-maintained restrooms. Guests mention the presence of a cafe and a large, safe playground for children.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Address
Craigavon Get directions
Category
Sightseeing & Attractions
Guest rating
4.6 / 5 (1,218 reviews)
Suitable for
Ages 0-12
Setting
Outdoor
Dogs allowed
Yes
Good for children
Yes
Destination
Craigavon