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Electric Picnic

Sketrick Island, Whiterock, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6QH
Electric Picnic

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Electric picnic is is a Guided Electric Bike Tour experience around the shoreline of stunning Strangford Lough, with a stop for an artisan picnic en route.

Electric Bike Tour - Take a guided electric bike tour on Strangford Lough Activity Centre's brand-new fleet of E Bikes. Leaving from their base on Sketrick Island, near Whiterock, explore the back roads with guided commentary throughout. Knowledgeable guides will put you at ease before setting off on a two-hour tour.

With stunning views over the drumlin islands, castles and monastic sites there will be plenty of photo opportunities throughout. Hear the history, get the wind in your hair and enjoy an adventure without breaking sweat!

Wheel your way through the myriad of country roads and over the hills with ease on our top of the range E Bikes safe in the knowledge that our guides will show you the way and keep you safe.

Picnic - Heading North towards Comber taking a detour to explore Nendrum Monastic site. After that, you will enjoy an artisan picnic with an idyllic vantage point over the whole lough. Learn about the smugglers of Strangford Lough – Daft Eddie and the Merry Hearts of Down. Hear how the monks worked the land in a bygone era and how the Viking raids changed the landscape and place names in the area.

The tour offers potential stops along the way to include unique providers in the area.

Suitable for Age 16+ years
The E bikes are electric assisted and whilst manageable by all abilities and ages, participants must have the ability to ride a bicycle. There are a range of sizes and styles to choose from, Strangford Lough Activity Centre will help to get you something to suit.

Dietary requirements - Please ensure that you check with all members of your party regarding food allergies, intolerances, and dietary requirements prior to booking tickets. It is the responsibility of the ticketholder to inform a member of staff at the host venue about food allergies, intolerances and specific dietary requirements. This must be done 72 hours before the experience by contacting Rory: strangfordloughactivitycentre@hotmail.co.uk

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Adult£60.00 per ticket

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Opening Times

Season (19 May 2024)
DayTimes
Sunday10:00 - 12:30
Season (9 June 2024)
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Sunday10:00 - 12:30
Season (23 June 2024)
DayTimes
Sunday10:00 - 12:30
Season (7 July 2024)
DayTimes
Sunday10:00 - 12:30
Season (4 Aug 2024)
DayTimes
Sunday10:00 - 12:30

* Groups of 5+ can be arranged by request.

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