From Downpatrick take the A25 road to Strangford. Then leave the Strangford Rd and take the Audleystown Road (signposted Audleystown Cairn / Audley’s Castle). This single track road follows the perimeter of the Castleward Estate. The metalled road eventually stops at the rear entrance to Castleward Estate. Continue on the gravel track, away from the Castleward Estate gate, for a further 500m until you reach the club gates. (Grid J 577592). Note: There is NO access through the National Trust Castleward Estate.

Strangford Sailing Club moorings are located in Audley’s Roads at the north end of Castleward Bay. The club does not have any designated visitor moorings but visitors are always welcome to pick up any suitable vacant mooring for a short stay at their own risk. Visitors are requested to moor south of the club starting area.

Visitors are welcome to use showers when clubhouse is open or by prior arrangement with the Honorary  Secretary. At low tide the quay and slip have to be accessed by dinghy. Full amenities can be acquired at the Portaferry Marina or Strangford Harbour. For information please contact the Honorary Secretary.

For information please contact the Honorary Secretary via e-mail secretary@strangfordsailingclub.com. The Strangford Sailing Club (SSC) has been an RYA affiliated sailing club since 1970. If you are interested in membership contact the Honorary Secretary or any of the committee members.