A haven for leisure
Oxford Island, a National Reserve on the shores of Lough Neagh, offers excellent opportunities for people to get close to nature. It is a peninsula today but was an island prior to 1850's before the lough was successively lowered.
The reserve consists of 270 acres with 8km of walks and nature trails accessible in all seasons, five birdwatching hides, picnic areas, a paddling pool and Kinnego Marina close by. The Reserve has won awards for its exhibitions, disabled access and haditat development.
A wealth of natural habitats
The richness of the wildflower meadows, woodlands, shoreline and open water means that there is always something special to see. Information panels throughout the Reserve maximise the visitor's enjoyment of this valuable site.
Highlights include
- the Lough Neagh Discovery Centre with its award winning exhibition, café and shop
- 5 birdwatching hides with dramatic views across Lough Neagh
- 4 miles of footpaths through woodlands and meadows
- picnic areas
- paddling pool area (seasonal)
- information panels about the site’s history and habitats
- most paths, hides and facilities wheelchair accessible
We also run an Events Programmeand Educational services at Oxford Island and other sites to highlight the rich natural resources of the Lough Neagh area.
