Lagan Meadows
Lagan Meadows, situated in south Belfast alongside the River Lagan, is a 120-acre park set aside for wildlife and public recreation.
The woodlands, meadows and wetlands are home to a variety of wildflowers, birds, butterflies and other animals.
The central region is managed as a nature reserve in conjunction with the Ulster Wildlife Trust.
A path through Lagan Meadows joins with the Lagan Towpath to provide a varied and interesting walk.
The park also hosts regular events, organised by Lagan Valley Regional Park and the Ulster Wildlife Trust.
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Location | Address: Knightsbridge Park, Belfast, BT9 Entrance to the park is via Knightsbridge Park and Sharman Road. |
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Bus routes | Take Metro no.8 A-C and get off at Bladon Drive. |
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Opening hours | Opening hours for Lagan Meadows |
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Features | Park features include a nature reserve, scenic views of the River Lagan, walking routes, wildflower meadows and a wide range of wildlife and woodland. |
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Walking route | Download a walking route for Lagan Meadows (PDF - 439KB) |
| History | Lagan Meadows was the source of Belfast’s first piped water supply.
A stream flowed through the site (and continues to flow today) and a earth wall was built to form a reservoir. Find out more about the history of Lagan Meadows |
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| Contact details |
Mobile: 07920 187643 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm) Email: grantf@belfastcity.gov.uk |










