Explore Ards Friary
Welcome to Ards Friary, where tranquillity meets spirituality.
Ards Friary is quite simply a stunningly beautiful place to visit and is owned by The Franciscan Capuchins of Ards Friary.
The coastal walk from the Lucky Shell beach at Ards Friary round into the Forest Park offers some of the most beautiful views in the country.
Within the 200 acres are some of the most beautiful beaches in the area, as well as many spectacular views across the bay. Walks through the Friary grounds extend into the Forest Park, allowing you to wander and explore for KMs.
The brilliant thing for everyone is that the Capuchins very kindly welcome us all to freely visit this beautiful place. They have created a spiritual centre set in 200 acres of grounds on the edge of the beach, for Retreats Conferences, Seminars, Periods of Rest and Relaxation, Reflection, Prayer and Holidays where one can find God, reflect, find peace or meditate in these magnificent settings.
The friary is designed to nourish the mind, body, and soul and where reflection can become a lifetime of transformation.
Plan your visit to Arts Friary today and nourish the mind, body, and soul.
Distance – 
12 min (6.7 km) via N56, L1322 and L1292
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Each Luxury Chalet sleeps 8 persons and has a contemporary kitchen & living area, spacious bedroom plus a second level with three double beds, Shower/Bathroom and private patio for Summer evening BBQ’s.
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