Locations for Engagement Photos in Northern Ireland
The best Places and Locations for Engagement Photography in Northern Ireland and County Armagh. If you are researching, this is worth checking out. You don’t have to travel too far in NI. Some of my wedding packages include a free pre-wedding session, some could be in County Armagh (see at the bottom of the page) or anywhere in NI. Enjoy!
North Coast
Along the coast, it offers some great views of Portrush, the Causeway Coastal Route, Causeway Coast and Glens and Ballintoy Harbour.
Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park
Located just outside Lisburn in South Belfast. It’s the home of the city of Belfast's international rose garden. I’ve been here a couple of times, capturing pre-wedding and wedding portraits. Quite a beautiful place to take a walk around with your girlfriend or boyfriend.
The Ring of Gullion
Located in Newry, but quite tricky to get to.
Ballymenoch Park
In Holywood, County Down, just outside Belfast, this is a hidden gem with plenty of flowers in full bloom in the summer months. It would make a great picturesque setting for your engagement pictures if you're located that side of Belfast or Holywood.
Ness Country Gardens
In Londonderry / Derry, the gardens have plenty of open area locations to take a walk around and explore with your partner. If you like beautiful countryside, this might be for you. This includes the Ness Wood and Ervey Wood Nature Reserve. Ness Country Park is named for ‘an las’ or Ness, meaning Waterfall.
The Ring of Gullion
Located in Newry, this is quite hard to get to, so you might need a bit of planning. Plenty of trees and areas of interest.
Ballymenoch Park
In Holywood, County Down, just outside Belfast.
Shaftesbury Park
Located in Carrickfergus.
My personal best and favourites
Some of my own personal bests from a photographer’s perspective are Bangor Walled Garden, Tollymore Forest Park, Antrim Castle Gardens and the North Coast.
Places for Engagement Pictures in Craigavon and County Armagh
I’ll summarise and make a short list of my favourites and some engagement places in County Armagh for photos. There are more, though. These offer a charming backdrop and some alternatives. Some of my favourites are below. Also, you have some just outside the town.
Craigavon City Park and Lakes
Beside Craigavon lakes, there is a lot of open space offering great views of the area with plenty of wooded land and grass. You can easily park at South Lake Leisure Centre and start walking from there. A bit windy perhaps as out in the open, but still well worth a visit for any couple.
Portadown People’s Park
A short walk from Portadown town centre with plenty of car parking, the park has a small man-made pond and plenty of paths and trees.
Loughgall Country Park
A hidden gem of a park with plenty to explore.
Clare Glen
A wooded area located in Tandragee, Clare Glen, has a great stream along the path and is very popular for locals if you're after rustic pictures.
Armagh Palace Demesne
Besides the Armagh City Hotel, the park has plenty of areas of beauty, which would be great.
Darkley Forest
A hidden gem in Armagh.
Gosford Forest Park
In Markethill, lots of people come here for walks and outings, and I would highly recommend the Gosford Forest Park. Unfortunately, car parking is not free here.
My personal best and favourites
Some of my own personal best are Tannaghmore Gardens, Loughgall Country Park, Oxford Island, Lurgan Park and Gosford Forest Park.
Engagement Photos with your Wedding Package
Did you know you might get engagement photos included with your wedding photography package if you book me for your big day? Depending on which package you’ve booked me for. Check this out by exploring the website further.
Searching for a Wedding Photographer?
If you are engaged and searching for a wedding photographer who’s fun and relaxed, contact Philip. Whether it’s a pre-wedding photo shoot or your big day, I’d like to hear about your plans.