Glenarm Castle Dog Park

This morning, we visited Glenarm Castle's dog park, and it was a really lovely experience overall. The grounds are beautifully maintained, and the whole area has a calm, peaceful atmosphere. One of the things I appreciated most was how quiet it was, but we were there very early, and the weather was atrocious on the way down, so I'm not sure if that's the norm for a Sunday morning.

Shadow and Sasta had a great time. There was plenty of room to run around, but we had to book all six slots to make sure we had it to ourselves. It would feel pretty cramped with six large dogs!

While we were lucky and had a great time, I wouldn’t recommend it for reactive dogs. While the park itself is lovely, there isn’t a lot of separation between areas, and the park itself is up a hill on a narrow path. The layout doesn’t offer many places to create distance if another dog approaches. Because of this, encounters can happen quickly, which can be stressful for dogs (and owners!) who need more controlled interactions.

In short, Glenarm Castle dog park is a charming, peaceful spot ideal for confident or easygoing dogs, but it may not be the best option if your dog is reactive or needs a bit more personal space.