Playground Cowan street

Cowan Street gets overlooked by a lot of people, but locals know it’s one of the better-kept spots in Newry for a proper family outing. There’s a dedicated baby area and a separate section for bigger kids, so everyone’s got something to do without getting in each other’s way. The accessible swings are a genuinely good touch — disabled access is actually thought about here rather than bolted on as an afterthought. Right next to it sits a concrete football pitch, which honestly keeps the older ones busy long after they’ve grown bored of the play equipment. Parking on site makes the whole thing a lot less hassle, and the place is well maintained enough that you’re not dodging litter or broken bits.