A former limestone quarry turned nature reserve, featuring walking trails, picnic areas, and scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
Belshaw's Quarry is situated 3 miles northwest of Lisburn. Visitors will be able to access this quiet nature reserve by following the road signs off either the Lisburn/Glenavy (A30) or Lisburn/Dundrod (B101). There is a lay-by available near this site which provides parking to visitors who may want to explore what this idyllic place has to offer. Belshaw's Quarry is fully accessible to visitor as paths and steps provide access to much of this site.
Visited 02/01/2023, if using sat nav then keep going along the final road until you see a small lay by suitable for about 3 to 4 cars (there is no car park). There was no other cars when we arrived so able to park fine. There are two entrances, the one with the main sign shown in the pictures for this review and the other where the Red cow is a little further along. We use the red cow entrance and walked along the path with young 2 yr old in situ, just had to be careful when navigating the staircase down to the quarry basin level. Lots of interesting sculptures and definitely worth an hour of your time as a hidden attraction to visit if your in the area. For those who may want to tie in with doing something else the National Trust - Divis and the Black Mountain is nearby I would say it's not worth taking a pram to the location so if taking a young one take a carrier or let them walk, but of course take care on the staircases in and out of the bottom of the quarry. There is also some leaflet holders at both the entrance which contains useful info of the sculpture park so worth getting a copy as you enter either entrance. Recommended worth a visit
It's a quick ten minute walk, I was pleasantly surprised by the leaflets with historical and scientific information this added a sense of enjoyment as I was learning something about a new place. It was an overall pleasant experience not awe inspiring but fun nevertheless
Nice hidden place out of the way but not much of a walk round as we where out in about ten minutes as doesn't take you long going round, Some nice sculptures thou
Nice place for small walk. Great place for people who like geology/history
Great wee place. Packed full of flora & a lifetime of stone. The art is a bonus. Beautifully quiet.
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Good for kids
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Belshaw's Quarry is situated 3 miles northwest of Lisburn. Visitors will be able to access this quiet nature reserve by following the road signs off either the Lisburn/Glenavy (A30) or Lisburn/Dundrod (B101). There is a lay-by available near this site which provides parking to visitors who may want to explore what this idyllic place has to offer. Belshaw's Quarry is fully accessible to visitor as paths and steps provide access to much of this site.
Visited 02/01/2023, if using sat nav then keep going along the final road until you see a small lay by suitable for about 3 to 4 cars (there is no car park). There was no other cars when we arrived so able to park fine. There are two entrances, the one with the main sign shown in the pictures for this review and the other where the Red cow is a little further along. We use the red cow entrance and walked along the path with young 2 yr old in situ, just had to be careful when navigating the staircase down to the quarry basin level. Lots of interesting sculptures and definitely worth an hour of your time as a hidden attraction to visit if your in the area. For those who may want to tie in with doing something else the National Trust - Divis and the Black Mountain is nearby I would say it's not worth taking a pram to the location so if taking a young one take a carrier or let them walk, but of course take care on the staircases in and out of the bottom of the quarry. There is also some leaflet holders at both the entrance which contains useful info of the sculpture park so worth getting a copy as you enter either entrance. Recommended worth a visit
It's a quick ten minute walk, I was pleasantly surprised by the leaflets with historical and scientific information this added a sense of enjoyment as I was learning something about a new place. It was an overall pleasant experience not awe inspiring but fun nevertheless
Nice hidden place out of the way but not much of a walk round as we where out in about ten minutes as doesn't take you long going round, Some nice sculptures thou
Nice place for small walk. Great place for people who like geology/history
Great wee place. Packed full of flora & a lifetime of stone. The art is a bonus. Beautifully quiet.
