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  1. Visitors enjoying picnics in the grounds of the Folk Museum
    Horses at work ploughing a field
    Children enjoying the autumn leaves in the museum grounds
    A little girl enjoying one of the working displays
    Children sitting on a wall within the village of the Museum
    A spinner at work
    A weaver at work
    Ballycultra Village within the museum
    One of the museum characters at work
    Ballycultra Village replica homes
    Visitors enjoying picnics in the grounds of the Folk Museum
    Horses at work ploughing a field
    Children enjoying the autumn leaves in the museum grounds
    A little girl enjoying one of the working displays
    Children sitting on a wall within the village of the Museum
    A spinner at work
    A weaver at work
    Ballycultra Village within the museum
    One of the museum characters at work
    Ballycultra Village replica homes

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    Holywood

    Address

    153 Bangor Road, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price £12.00 to £35.00 Per Ticket

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    Refresh the connection at Ulster Folk Museum, a place where traditions and heritage skills are preserved and celebrated to help shape future generations.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Oct 2025to28 Feb 2026Various Opening Times
    From:
    1 Mar 2026to30 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £12.00 to £35.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  2. Image shows cartons of ice-cream with a cow in a field nudging one of the cartons
    Image shows a bunny rabbit and 2 chicks
    Image shows a couple of piglets on the grass
    Image shows children petting sheep in a field
    Image is of a bull in a field and a bright blue sky
    Image shows cartons of ice-cream with a cow in a field nudging one of the cartons
    Image shows a bunny rabbit and 2 chicks
    Image shows a couple of piglets on the grass
    Image shows children petting sheep in a field
    Image is of a bull in a field and a bright blue sky

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    Belfast

    Address

    38 Ballyhanwood Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT5 7SN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9048 3244

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Open Farm

    Streamvale Farm is nestled in the rolling hills on the edge of Belfast. The family farm has lots to offer including baby animal cuddling, lots of fantastic play areas and many live shows and demonstrations for all the family to enjoy.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  3. Photo of people enjoying rides on the Giant Swans pedal boats on the blue waters of the man made pond at Pickie Funpark
    Photo of the Pickie Funpark Beach huts used for changing after enjoying the splash pad area
    Giant Swans pedal boats
    Photo of people enjoying rides on the Giant Swans pedal boats on the blue waters of the man made pond at Pickie Funpark
    Photo of the Pickie Funpark Beach huts used for changing after enjoying the splash pad area
    Giant Swans pedal boats

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    Bangor

    Address

    1 Marine Gardens, Queens Parade, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5AG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9145 0746

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Adventure Park / Playground

    Enjoy a fun day out at Pickie Fun Park. Try out the 18-hole mini-golf course, giant pedal swans, Pickie Puffer train, children's play area, children's electric car track and more.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - There is a public car park on Queen’s Parade which is a short walk round the marina. There are also limited disabled car parking spaces adjacent to Pickie Funpark which can be accessed via Marine Gardens.

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
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    Belfast

    Address

    Antrim Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT36 7PN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9077 6277

    Price

    Price Free to £14.50 Per Ticket

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Zoo / Aquarium

    Belfast Zoo is set on the beautiful slopes of Cave Hill and is home to over 100 amazing animal species, many of which are endangered in the wild. 

    Dates

    From:
    2 Oct 2025to2 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    From:
    3 Apr 2026to1 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 18:00

    Price

    Price Free to £14.50 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises - Percy’s Safari Grill
  5. Belfast

    Address

    Donegall Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2HB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9032 8332

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Cathedral

    Belfast Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral Church of St. Anne, has stood for over 100 years as a place of Christian worship in the heart of Belfast.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
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    Belfast

    Address

    17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 5GB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9032 1707

    Price

    Free

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    Founded in 1788, Linen Hall Library is a truly unique institution. As the oldest library in Belfast and the last subscribing library in Ireland, it has an impressive Irish and Local Studies Collection and houses a significant genealogy section.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  7. A mesmerising exhibition at W5 with a young boy walking through an optical illusion
    Little girl interacting with a spray painting activity in W5 Belfast
    Young teenagers engaging with an interactive activity at W5 Belfast
    Group of kids of various ages interacting with a exhibition at the W5 Discovery Centre
    Two young girls have fun catching coloured pieces of material as they float down from above at W5
    Two young boys are building a tower of blocks at a W5 exhibition
    A mother laughs at her kids messing around in W5's Move It Zone
    A woman in a wheelchair is having fun engaging with an interactive exhibition at W5
    The Nature Zone at W5 with an interactive tree display in the middle.
    A mesmerising exhibition at W5 with a young boy walking through an optical illusion
    Little girl interacting with a spray painting activity in W5 Belfast
    Young teenagers engaging with an interactive activity at W5 Belfast
    Group of kids of various ages interacting with a exhibition at the W5 Discovery Centre
    Two young girls have fun catching coloured pieces of material as they float down from above at W5
    Two young boys are building a tower of blocks at a W5 exhibition
    A mother laughs at her kids messing around in W5's Move It Zone
    A woman in a wheelchair is having fun engaging with an interactive exhibition at W5
    The Nature Zone at W5 with an interactive tree display in the middle.

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    Belfast

    Address

    The Odyssey, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast, County Antrim, BT3 9QQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9046 7700

    Gradings

    • Three Star Quality Assurance
    Three Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Science Centre

    W5 is an award-winning science and discovery centre, firing the spirit of discovery with limitless fun for everyone including eight new zones packed full of interactive exhibits that will excite and inspire.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  8. Image shows front of the Civic Centre which houses the Island Arts Centre
    Image shows the Civic Centre with walking path around the Lagan lock
    Image shows an art installation on a walking path
    Image show 2 children with bug heads on and wearing Island Arts Centre t-shirts
    Image shows a parade of brightly dressed children
    Image shows a laughing child wearing a brightly coloured hair attachment and wearing an Island Arts Centre t-shirt
    Image shows a tree with paint pallets and 3 men beating drums
    Image shows front of the Civic Centre which houses the Island Arts Centre
    Image shows the Civic Centre with walking path around the Lagan lock
    Image shows an art installation on a walking path
    Image show 2 children with bug heads on and wearing Island Arts Centre t-shirts
    Image shows a parade of brightly dressed children
    Image shows a laughing child wearing a brightly coloured hair attachment and wearing an Island Arts Centre t-shirt
    Image shows a tree with paint pallets and 3 men beating drums

    Lisburn

    Address

    The Island, Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 4RL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9244 7744

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Craft Workshops and Courses

    ISLAND Arts Centre offers a wide range of cultural events. Enjoy an eclectic mix of live theatre, special events and a range of hands–on arts activities, led by professional artists designed to recharge your batteries in a warm, friendly atmosphere.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. The green
    Drone image of the course
    Club house
    The green
    Drone image of the course
    Club house

    Holywood

    Address

    Station Rd, Craigavad, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0BP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8165

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    Founded in 1881, Royal Belfast Golf Club lays claim to the title of the oldest golf course in Ireland. Visitors are assured of a very warm welcome and a wonderful golfing experience.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  10. Image shows children wearing life jackets, sitting on the edge of the lake
    Image shows inflatables on the lake at Let's Go Hydro
    Image shows people in a dinghy on the lake
    Image shows a family enjoying hot drinks and snacks out doors. Autumnal setting beside glamping pods.
    Image shows family entering a glamping pod
    Image shows children playing on paddle boards
    Image shows people kayaking in a lake
    Image shows children wearing life jackets, sitting on the edge of the lake
    Image shows inflatables on the lake at Let's Go Hydro
    Image shows people in a dinghy on the lake
    Image shows a family enjoying hot drinks and snacks out doors. Autumnal setting beside glamping pods.
    Image shows family entering a glamping pod
    Image shows children playing on paddle boards
    Image shows people kayaking in a lake

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    Carryduff

    Address

    1 Mealough Road, Carryduff, County Down, BT8 8GB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9081 4662

    Type

    Type:

    Water Sports

    If you enjoy water-based fun, then Let’s Go Hydro is a must visit. The impressive outdoor attraction, including an inflatable floating obstacle course, provides fun for all. The course features an XXL Tower, slides, climbing wall, hurdles, wiggle…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11.  Stricklands Glen, part of North Down Coastal Path
    View of Stricklands Glen from Carnalea Golf Club
    Photo on a cool day overlooking the area where Stricklands Glen meets the Coastal Path
     Stricklands Glen, part of North Down Coastal Path
    View of Stricklands Glen from Carnalea Golf Club
    Photo on a cool day overlooking the area where Stricklands Glen meets the Coastal Path

    Bangor

    Address

    Bryansburn Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 3SU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    An enchanting park leading onto the North Down Coastal Path.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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    Belfast

    Address

    College Park, Botanic Avenue, Belfast, County Antrim, BT7 1LP

    Telephone

    028 9031 4762

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    First established in 1828, the gardens have been enjoyed as a public park by the people of Belfast since 1895. There is an extensive rose garden and long herbaceous borders and the tree enthusiast can seek out the rare oaks planted in the 1880s.

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    Belfast

    Address

    Schomberg House, 368 Cregagh Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT6 9EY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9070 1122

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The Museum of Orange Heritage, Schomberg House, focuses on the history and traditions of the Orange Institution, beginning with the Glorious Revolution, and travels right through until the present day.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
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    Belfast

    Address

    Unit 3, 17 Balmoral Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT12 6QA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9038 0862

    Type

    Type:

    Activity Centre

    4 Activities in 1 Venue. Open late 7 days a week, located 10 minutes from the city centre. Prison Island Belfast is a must for the bucket list.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp to main entrance

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
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    Belfast

    Address

    Queens Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT3 9FH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9073 0490

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Maritime Heritage

    The Great Light is one of the largest optics of its kind ever built in the world, and is around 130 years old. It is located on the Titanic Walkway, a new 500 metre maritime walkway on Victoria Wharf, connecting the Titanic Slipways to HMS Caroline.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  16. Leafy pathway through the country park
    Crawfordsburn waterfall
    Leafy pathway through the country park
    Crawfordsburn waterfall

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    Helen's Bay

    Address

    Bridge Road South, Helen's Bay, County Down, BT19 1JT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9185 3621

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Country / Royal Park

    With tranquil walks through peaceful meadows and wooded glens and a stunning waterfall, Crawfordsburn Country Park provides a relaxing natural retreat.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Car Parking is available at the Main Car Park, exit road lay by, Fort Road Car Park, Grey Point Fort and Sea Park, Coastguard Avenue.
  17. Belfast

    Address

    41 Rosemary Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 1QB

    Telephone

    07740 362 093

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Churches & Sacred Sites

    Thomas Andrews, who attended this delightful church with his wife Helen, must have loved its boat-like interior and beautiful woodwork. Dating from 1781, it is Belfast’s oldest place of worship.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  18. Golfer on the course
    A wide view of the golf course
    A photo showing the fold course and the beach the runs parallel to it
    Golfer on the course
    A wide view of the golf course
    A photo showing the fold course and the beach the runs parallel to it

    Helen's Bay

    Address

    Golf Road, Helen's Bay, County Down, BT19 1TL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9185 2815

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    Helen’s Bay Golf Club is one of the prettiest golf courses in the North Down/Greater Belfast area. Founded in 1896, it nestles on a gentle hill over Belfast Lough in the middle of a quaint village.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  19. Belfast

    Address

    5-7 Corporation Square, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 3AJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9031 9931

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Churches & Sacred Sites

    Built in 1856 at a cost of £4,500 in memory of Mr John Sinclair.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  20. Belfast

    Address

    Dirty Onion, 3 Hill Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2LA

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7400 094 252

    Type

    Type:

    Food Tour

    Dog Friendly Food Tours are a great day out for dog owners. Tour guests will visit 5 Dog Friendly venues tasting super locally sourced food and drink at each stop. All dogs receive a Dog Friendly Tours bandana, treats and water on tour.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
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