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  1. Rowallane Garden, Saintfield

    Saintfield

    Address

    Rowallane Garden, Crossgar Road, Saintfield, County Down, BT24 7LH

    Telephone

    +442897510131

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    Set against the backdrop of our stunning gardens and stableyard, this special market will bring together an incredible gathering of makers — from blacksmiths and woodworkers to potters, embroiderers, and more.

    Dates

    From:
    20 July 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
  2. Killyleagh

    Address

    23 High Street, Killyleagh, County Down, BT30 9QF

    Telephone

    07841337734

    Price

    Price £7.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Combined tour and talk about museum artefacts relevant to Sir Hans Sloane and 18th century life as well as our botanical prints and garden.

    Dates

    From:
    21 July 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
    From:
    30 July 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
    From:
    4 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
    From:
    11 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00

    Price

    Price £7.50 Per Ticket
  3. Fifteens
    Making Fifteens
    Fifteens
    Making Fifteens

    Dundrum

    Address

    56 Dromara Road, Dundrum, County Down, BT33 0NS

    Telephone

    +44 (0)79 5404 9307

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Join Mrs C in her cosy country kitchen just outside the village of Dundrum, County Down, with breath-taking views of the Mourne Mountains. This warm and welcoming hands-on session celebrates the beloved Northern Irish tradition of tray…

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025Open 11:00 - 13:00

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  4. Behind the Scenes: Transport Store Tour

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Transport Museum, 153 Bangor Road, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price £10.20 to £29.75 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Would you like to get behind the scenes of NI's Transport and Industry Store? See inside this treasure trove of automotive, aeronautic and industrial collections that highlight the social, industrial, and sporting history of this part of the world.

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025Open 12:30 - 13:30
    From:
    21 Aug 2025Open 18:30 - 19:30
    From:
    29 Oct 2025Open 12:30 - 13:30

    Price

    Price £10.20 to £29.75 Per Ticket
  5. Crann Forest Therapy logo

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Delamont Country Park, Killyleagh, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 9TZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)77 8056 4846

    Price

    Price £33.22 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Wellbeing

    Come join us for a rejuvenating experience in nature at Delamont Country Park. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the calming atmosphere of the forest. Let the sights, sounds, and scents of the trees and…

    Dates

    From:
    24 July 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00
    From:
    14 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00

    Price

    Price £33.22 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. Nature Exploration Day at the Ulster Folk Museum

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Road, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Celebrate the amazing nature-based research at the Ulster Folk Museum on Saturday 26th July with a day of hands-on activities.

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
  7. SUP with a View
    Getting Ready
    SUP
    Off on an Adventure
    SUP with a View
    Getting Ready
    SUP
    Off on an Adventure

    Castlewellan

    Address

    Life Adventure Centre, Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, County Down, BT31 9BU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4377 0714

    Price

    Price £89.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Escape the everyday and experience the relaxing activity of Paddle Boarding under the watchful eye of our friendly Guides amidst the historic Castlewellan Forest Park in the heart of the Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark.

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025Open 13:30 - 16:00
    From:
    23 Aug 2025Open 13:30 - 16:00

    Price

    Price £89.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. Newcastle Food and Drink Tour - Cocktails on bar counter
    Newcastle Food and Drink Tour - The Hatch
    Fish and Farm, Newcastle
    Newcastle Food and Drink Tour - Slieve Donard Hotel
    Newcastle Food and Drink Tour - Cocktails on bar counter
    Newcastle Food and Drink Tour - The Hatch
    Fish and Farm, Newcastle
    Newcastle Food and Drink Tour - Slieve Donard Hotel

    Newcastle

    Address

    Throughout Newcastle, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0EX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4046

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Join local tour guide, Mairead Sweeney for this three hour Food & Drink Tour of Newcastle, County Down. This tour is designed for all those who are passionate about food and drink and enjoy getting to know the town's people and it's history.

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025Open 10:45 - 14:00
    From:
    23 Aug 2025Open 10:45 - 14:00

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  9. Lady taking photograph of market with stall holders and customers
    Image of Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market down The Dark Walk towards Hillsborough Fort
    Stall holders and customers on the Dark Walk leading to the fort
    Street Food Area at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
    View through the stalls at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
    Mother & child at The Oystercatcher stall at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
    Musician playing at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market with visitors enjoying the sunshine at Hillsborough Fort
    Stall at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
    One of the producers preparing food to order at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
    Specialist coffee at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
    Lady taking photograph of market with stall holders and customers
    Image of Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market down The Dark Walk towards Hillsborough Fort
    Stall holders and customers on the Dark Walk leading to the fort
    Street Food Area at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
    View through the stalls at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
    Mother & child at The Oystercatcher stall at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
    Musician playing at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market with visitors enjoying the sunshine at Hillsborough Fort
    Stall at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
    One of the producers preparing food to order at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
    Specialist coffee at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Fort, Main Street, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AE

    Telephone

    02892447622

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Farmers Market

    The popular Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market returns to the historic village to celebrate mid-summer. Set against the tree lined "The Dark Walk" and Hillsborough Fort. It makes a lovely day out, especially when combined with a browse of the…

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside
  10. Biking in Castlewellan
    Electric Picnic, Picnic Basket featuring Whitewater Brewey drinks, apple juice, traybakes and a sandwich
    Biking in Castlewellan
    Electric Picnic, Picnic Basket featuring Whitewater Brewey drinks, apple juice, traybakes and a sandwich

    Castlewellan

    Address

    Life Adventure Centre, Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, County Down, BT31 9BU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4377 0714

    Price

    Price £89.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Electric Picnic Experience offers guests an unforgettable opportunity to combine the thrill of electric biking with an immersive journey through the natural, built, and cultural heritage of a historic Irish demesne.

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025Open 10:00 - 13:00
    From:
    23 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 13:00

    Price

    Price £89.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11. Promotional poster for the Savour & Sip Warrenpoint (Food & Drink Tour), featuring bottles of local spirits, artisan food including sandwiches, soups,
    Two Stacks Double Irish Cream Liqueur and Killowen Gloria Coffee Liqueur on a table with glasses of ice, set against the scenic background of Warrenpo
    8 waffle ice cream cones on display, laid out in a circle, with a filling of delicious genoa homemade ice-cream.
    O'Hare's Bakery - scones and buns on display
    A bagel from Bric Cafe
    Warrenpoint bandstand
    Promotional poster for the Savour & Sip Warrenpoint (Food & Drink Tour), featuring bottles of local spirits, artisan food including sandwiches, soups,
    Two Stacks Double Irish Cream Liqueur and Killowen Gloria Coffee Liqueur on a table with glasses of ice, set against the scenic background of Warrenpo
    8 waffle ice cream cones on display, laid out in a circle, with a filling of delicious genoa homemade ice-cream.
    O'Hare's Bakery - scones and buns on display
    A bagel from Bric Cafe
    Warrenpoint bandstand

    Warrenpoint

    Address

    Meeting point: Warrenpoint Bandstand, Warrenpoint Municipal Park, Queen Street, Warrenpoint, County Down, BT34 3HZ

    Telephone

    03301374046

    Price

    Price £45.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Taste your way through Warrenpoint on a delicious guided walking tour! Discover local cafés, bakeries, and traditional bars while sampling fresh produce and sweet treats.

    Dates

    From:
    26 July 2025Open 11:00 - 14:00
    From:
    16 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 14:00

    Price

    Price £45.00 Per Ticket
  12. Visitors enjoying jazz on the lawn of Mount Stewart estate

    Newtownards

    Address

    Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    02842788387

    Type

    Type:

    Live Music

    Sit back and relax this summer with our Sunday Jazz sessions from May to August.

    Dates

    From:
    27 July 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Forest Bathing in Castlewellan Forest Park
    Castlewellan Forest Park and lake
    Forest Bathing in Castlewellan Forest Park
    Castlewellan Forest Park and lake

    Castlewellan

    Address

    Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, County Down, BT31 9BU

    Telephone

    +44 (0)77 8056 4846

    Price

    Price £33.22 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Wellbeing

    Come join us for a rejuvenating experience in nature at Castlewellan Forest Park. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the calming atmosphere of the forest. Let the sights, sounds, and scents of the trees and…

    Dates

    From:
    31 July 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00
    From:
    21 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00

    Price

    Price £33.22 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Heritage films screening throughout the month of August at the Ulster Folk Museum

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Rd, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Type

    Type:

    Cinema / Film

    Enjoy films by heritage craft makers in the Folk Museum's Picture House.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2025to31 Aug 2025Various Opening Times
  15. Wildlife Walks at the Ulster Folk Museum

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Road, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price £12.00 to £35.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    Join the Centre for Environmental Data and Recording for a beginner's guide to species spotting at the Ulster Folk Museum.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 15:00
    From:
    5 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 15:00

    Price

    Price £12.00 to £35.00 Per Ticket
  16. Dundrum

    Address

    Dundrum Castle, Castle Road, Dundrum, County Down, BT33 0NF

    Telephone

    02890569701

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Come along and learn more about Dundrum Castle. Believed to have been built in or around 1177, Dundrum Castle was built by John De Courcy as part of his coastal defence after he invaded Ulster.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00

    Price

    Free
  17. Spa Golf Course
    Aerial view of Golf Course
    Flag and golf club
    Spa Golf Course
    Aerial view of Golf Course
    Flag and golf club

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    20 Grove Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8PN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9756 2365

    Type

    Type:

    Golfing

    Tee Off at Spa Golf Club’s Open Week – 2nd to 9th August 2025
    Join us this summer for Spa Golf Club’s highly anticipated Open Week, taking place from 2nd to 9th August 2025. Nestled just outside Ballynahinch in the heart of County Down, Spa Golf…

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025to9 Aug 2025
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    2 Aug 2025
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    3 Aug 2025
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    4 Aug 2025
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    5 Aug 2025
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    6 Aug 2025
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    7 Aug 2025
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    8 Aug 2025
    From:
    9 Aug 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  18. Dundrum

    Address

    Dundrum Castle, Castle Road, Dundrum, County Down, BT33 0NF

    Telephone

    02890569701

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Free family fun day at Dundrum Castle on Saturday 2nd August hosted by HED.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free
  19. Foraging Funghi  in Finnebrogue Woods
    Mushroom Foray
    Foraging Funghi  in Finnebrogue Woods
    Mushroom Foray

    Downpatrick

    Address

    26 Killyleagh Road, Downpatrick, County Down, BT309BL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4410 3104

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    Rob will safely guide you through you the rules, principles and background of foraging, kit & safety, plant and tree ID. This experience is immersive with hands on learning involving walking and exploring the Woods with Robs guidance and expert eye.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    From:
    24 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    From:
    6 Sept 2025
    From:
    28 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket
  20. Wild Cooking Chef Rory
    Wee Wild Cooking
    Table Setting
    Wild Cooking Chef Rory
    Wee Wild Cooking
    Table Setting

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Finnebrogue Woods Bushcraft, Killyleagh Road, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 9BL

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 4410 3104

    Price

    Price £65.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Lughnasadh Feast Night BYOB

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2025Open 19:00 - 23:00

    Price

    Price £65.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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