Wildlife reserves · Northern Ireland
Portmore Lough
In or near Gawley's Gate.
Portmore Lough in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
Dean Molyneaux — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Moira · 8.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Portmore Lough is a nature reserve in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom — protected land managed for wildlife conservation, with footpaths, hides and visitor access. UK nature reserves include national, local and trust-managed sites covering everything from coastal saltmarsh to upland moor.
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Place summary
Portmore Lough is a wildlife reserve located in Northern Ireland. It is notable for its diverse habitats that support various bird species and aquatic life. The reserve is an important site for conservation and offers opportunities for wildlife observation.
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- Coordinates
- 54.5575, -6.2899
- Postcode
- BT67 0DW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lagan Valley
- Nearest railway station
- Moira — 8.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q24673837 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Portmore Lough?
- Portmore Lough is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT67 0DW).
- What is Portmore Lough?
- Portmore Lough in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Portmore Lough?
- The nearest railway station is Moira, about 8.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT67 0DW.
- Is Portmore Lough free to visit?
- Yes, Portmore Lough is free to enter.
- How do I get to Portmore Lough?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode BT67 0DW. It sits within the Lagan Valley parliamentary constituency.
- Are dogs allowed at Portmore Lough?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.