Killard Point,Co.Down is situated to the south of Strangford Lough, is surrounded by fine views of the Mourne mountains, the Lecale landscape and the Isle of Man.

The abundant grassland flowers colour the landscape through the seasons. In early May, the blues of spring squill and bluebells appear. Through June, yellow flowers of bulbous buttercup, kidney vetch and wild pansies predominate. In July, restharrow, centaury and pyramidal orchids change the scene to pink while in August the rich purples of knapweed, thyme and field scabious complete the picture. Many of the plants found are uncommon or rare in Ulster. Thousands of orchids flowering in late June produce a display unequalled in the province.

The banks in July and August are alive with butterflies. Common Blues, Meadow Browns and in some years Painted Ladies abound. Look out for the bizarre Six-spot Burnet, a day-flying moth and listen for grasshoppers on sunny days. Notable birds include fulmars and sand martins on the cliffs and stonechats amongst the scrub.