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About Kearney

Kearney perches on the Ards Peninsula's eastern edge in County Down, about 45 minutes from Belfast via the A20. This tiny coastal spot sits near Portaferry and Strangford Lough, accessible through winding country lanes popular with weekend drivers exploring the peninsula's dramatic coastline. The National Trust preserves several original thatched fishermen's cottages here, offering a glimpse into traditional Ulster coastal life.

Where is Kearney on the map?

Kearney is in Northern Ireland, at 54.388, -5.461 - about 23 km south of Ballywalter.

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The closest airport to Kearney is George Best Belfast City Airport, 54 km (about 57 min by car).

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