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Botanic Gardens

College Park Avenue Botanic Avenue, Belfast, BT7 1LP, United Kingdom | 028 9031 4762 | Website

The Bonnie Botanics

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This review is especially helpful for those who have or use the following: Walking Aid, Wheelchair

Overview

I visited the Botanic Gardens on my way to the Ulster Museum, which is located within the park. Long winding tarmac trails lead to all areas of this pretty public space, which was lovely to witness in winter but would be stunning in the sun. It's an odd feeling wandering through a rose garden where roses have yet to grow, but there are clear hints of how pleasant it would be to spend an afternoon here. You can shelter from the rain inside the museum during a summer shower or spend the whole afternoon with a picnic on days when the city is blessed with sun. I spied the Palm House conservatory on my wander. I couldn't spare the time to visit, but I'm told it's quite the sight to see.

Transport & Parking

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I arrived at the park via the Stranmills Embankment, on which you'll find a bus stop where the 6F, 7G, 7H and EB7 services operate. If you'd prefer to enter next to the Ulster Museum, a bus stop directly across from the museum serves the 8A and 8D routes. The nearest rail service is half a mile away at Botanic Train Station, though it's best to enter through the Ulster Museum entrance, rather than take the much longer route to the Stranmills Embankment entrance.

Access

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As a public park, it has wide pathways throughout, with plenty of space for people to pass, though there might be the odd bike rolling through. The tarmac walkways were easy to traverse, though it should be noted that there are inclines at several parts of the park, which may make things a little more challenging for those who use manual wheelchairs or walking aids. The park is strewn with benches, most of which line the main walkways, offering plenty of seating. You'll also find a coffee kiosk with benches nearby outside the Ulster Museum. A car park is available near the Stranmills Embankment entrance, with 13 accessible parking space and plenty of standard parking spaces.

Toilets

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I didn't spot any accessible toilets in the park, so I won't assign a rating, but I know there is a Changing Places toilet in the Ulster Museum. It's poorly signposted, so ask the museum staff if you need assistance. The building also has accessible toilets.

Staff

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Photos

Image of park benches Image of mural of a dark skinned lady playing a guitar and a lotus symbol. Image of wood and stone archways bordered by benches Image of park bench Image of willow tree in the rose gardens Image of tree archways and tarmac path Image of glass house Image of signage detailing the park's history Image of Lord Kelvin statue Image of coffee kiosk Image of entrance to the park, stone entry ways with black and gold fenching with the wording Botanic Gardens above. Image of entrance to the park, stone entry ways with black and gold fenching with the wording Botanic Gardens above.

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