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  1. A family walking on the grounds of Castle Ward
    A family cycling ar Castle Ward
    Castle Ward
    A family walking on the grounds of Castle Ward
    A family cycling ar Castle Ward
    Castle Ward

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    Strangford

    Address

    Downpatrick Road, Strangford, County Down, BT30 7BA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4488 1204

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Discover a place of contrasts and creativity at Castle Ward, an eccentric 18th century mansion and estate looking out over the tranquil waters of Strangford Lough in County Down where visitors can explore cultivated gardens, sheltered woodland and…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  2. A photo of the Sketrick Castle ruins

    Killinchy

    Address

    Sketrick Island, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6QH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Castle / Fort

    Sketrick Castle is located on Sketrick Island which is reached by a causeway on the west coast of Strangford Lough. This large tower house was built in the mid 15th century and was actively involved in warfare during the 16th century.

    Price

    Free
  3. Enniskillen

    Address

    Portora, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT74 5GH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Castle / Fort

    Portora Castle guards a former crossing point where the river joins Lough Erne. Built in 1613 by Sir William Cole, it consisted of a 3 storey house across the breadth of the bawn which was defended by 4 circular towers.

    Price

    Free
  4. Industrial belts in an old stone mill.

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    Templepatrick

    Address

    751 Antrim Road, Templepatrick, County Antrim, BT39 0AP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9443 3619

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Listen to the hammers, smell the grit, feel the heat and witness the thrill of the only surviving water-driven spade mill in Ireland.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. 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
  6. Armagh

    Address

    Friary Road, Armagh, County Armagh, BT60 4FR

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Churches & Sacred Sites

    Ruins of the longest Friary church in Ireland (163 ft.). Founded by Archbishop Patrick O'Scanail in 1263. Open all year.

    Price

    Free
  7. Photograph of the Movilla Abbey, grave stones and ruins

    Newtownards

    Address

    Movilla Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 8EZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Abbey / Priory

    Movilla Abbey, Methodist and Church of Ireland.

    As important as Bangor, Movilla was associated with Saint Finian of the 6th-century. As with many early monasteries, it was refounded as an Augustinian abbey in the Norman 12th century.

    Price

    Free
  8. Trees with the sun setting in the background

    Limavady

    Address

    Moneyrannel Road, Limavady, Derry/Londonderry, BT49 0FJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7776 0650

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Archaeological sites

    Rough Fort, on the Limavady to Ballykelly road, is a remarkable earthwork construction over 1000 years old. Known as a Rath, it was originally used as a defended farmstead into which livestock could be driven in the times of emergency.

    Price

    Free
  9. Close up photo of one of the gravestones, with others within view

    Cloughey

    Address

    Ardminnan Road, Cloughey, County Down, BT22 1QJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9182 6846

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Churches & Sacred Sites

    Within it are the ruins of a medieval church which is believed to be the Church of Ardmacossce or Ardmacaisse, mentioned in the Taxation of Pope Nicholas, 1306, along with an unusual cross-carved boulder.

    Price

    Free
  10. Newtownstewart

    Address

    Townhall Street, Newtownstewart, County Tyrone, BT78 4AX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Castle / Fort

    The power of the O’Neill chieftains in Tyrone came to an end in 1607. Defeated in battle by English forces and fearful for their future, Hugh O’Neill and his allies fled Ireland in what has become known as the Flight of the Earls.

    Price

    Free
  11. Image shows front of property with large lawn and daffodils in the foreground
    Image is of side view of property with lawn in front and trees to each side
    Image is of lounge area with large traditional style rug, armchairs, dining table and chairs and two large windows
    Image shows front of property with large lawn and daffodils in the foreground
    Image is of side view of property with lawn in front and trees to each side
    Image is of lounge area with large traditional style rug, armchairs, dining table and chairs and two large windows

    Glenavy

    Address

    118A Lisburn Road, Glenavy, County Antrim, BT29 4NY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9264 8492

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The Ballance House farm museum, run by The Ulster New Zealand Trust, is the restored birthplace of John Ballance, Prime Minister of New Zealand 1891-1893.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  12. Image of Holywood Maypole dressed with ribbons for the annual May Day dancing event
    Maypole dressed with pastel coloured ribbons ready for the annual Maypole Dancing by local schoolchildren
    A photo of a trio of little girls taking part in the annual maypole dancing dressed in pastel skirts to match the ribbons of the Maypole
    A photo of a little girl with ribbon head dress taking part in the annual Maypole Dancing round the May Pole in Holywood
    Image of Holywood Maypole dressed with ribbons for the annual May Day dancing event
    Maypole dressed with pastel coloured ribbons ready for the annual Maypole Dancing by local schoolchildren
    A photo of a trio of little girls taking part in the annual maypole dancing dressed in pastel skirts to match the ribbons of the Maypole
    A photo of a little girl with ribbon head dress taking part in the annual Maypole Dancing round the May Pole in Holywood

    Holywood

    Address

    High Street/Shore Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Holywood's most well known feature is the town's Maypole, the only surviving in Ireland. Early maps show a Maypole has stood on the site since the 1620s and today is still the focus of the May Day Celebrations and Fair in the town.

    Price

    Free
  13. First Derry Presbyterian Church & Blue Coat School Heritage Centre
    First Derry Presbyterian Church & Blue Coat School Heritage Centre

    Derry~Londonderry

    Address

    First Presbyterian Church, 6 Magazine Street Upper, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 6HA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7126 1550

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Churches & Sacred Sites

    Explore the Blue Coat School Heritage Centre and discover the compelling, and often surprising story of First Derry Presbyterian Church that has been at the heart of its community since the 17th century.

    Dates

    From:
    21 May 2025to5 Sept 2025Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement
  14. The front of Lissan House from the garden
    Three ladies stand with a tour guide inside the ballroom of Lissan House.
    Three girls walk along a path towards Lissan House
    The front of Lissan House from the garden
    Three ladies stand with a tour guide inside the ballroom of Lissan House.
    Three girls walk along a path towards Lissan House

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    Cookstown

    Address

    Drumgrass Road, Cookstown, County Tyrone, BT80 9SW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7736 837 779

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Lissan House is an enchanting country residence set within a 260 acre demesne of ancient woodland and forestry. The estate was created in the 17th century and remained the home of the Staples family for nearly 400 years.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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