Co Down is booming for dog lovers as Bangor celebrates the opening of two new dog friendly venues in historic parks this week.
Park Life in beautiful Ward Park, a former WWII air raid shelter, had now been transformed into a relaxed tea room, and as promised the team allows dogs inside with their owners.
And less than half a mile away, the North Down Museum at Castle Park will now also allow dogs into their cafe courtyard in a trial ahead of a permanent decision in the autumn.