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  1. Visitors to Dunfin Sheep Farm get dressed in wellington boots and jackets suitable for being out in the fields
    At Dunfin Farm the sheepdogs and sheep are the stars of the show
    Visitors to Dunfin Farm get up close to sheep and lambs to learn what's involved in raising the animals
    Visitors can pick up lambs and give them a cuddle at Dunfin Sheep Farm
    Visitors take photos with the little lambs during their visit to Dunfin Sheep Farm
    Upon arrival at Dunfin Farm, visitors will be greeted by the Devlin farming family
    Visitors enjoy the beautiful scenic views that surround the farm in Glenshesk.
    Visitors enjoy locally sourced refreshments during the Sheep Farm experience
    Visitors to Dunfin Sheep Farm get dressed in wellington boots and jackets suitable for being out in the fields
    At Dunfin Farm the sheepdogs and sheep are the stars of the show
    Visitors to Dunfin Farm get up close to sheep and lambs to learn what's involved in raising the animals
    Visitors can pick up lambs and give them a cuddle at Dunfin Sheep Farm
    Visitors take photos with the little lambs during their visit to Dunfin Sheep Farm
    Upon arrival at Dunfin Farm, visitors will be greeted by the Devlin farming family
    Visitors enjoy the beautiful scenic views that surround the farm in Glenshesk.
    Visitors enjoy locally sourced refreshments during the Sheep Farm experience

    Ballycastle

    Address

    1 Glentop Road, Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT54 6QF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7572979729

    Price

    Price £40.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    A traditional Irish sheep farm experience in County Antrim. Get an insight into sheepdog psychology. Let the sheep know who’s boss. Enjoy an exhilarating outdoor experience. You’ll soon discover if you’ve got what it takes to be a shepherd.

    Price

    Price £40.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  2. a boy and his dad looking at a sea creature in the tank
    View of underwater tank to tunnel
    Penguins
    a little girl looking at a fish in the tank
    a photograph of two kids kneeling down and looking into the fish tank
    a photograph of someone holding a starfish
    a photograph showing the interior of the aquarium
    a photograph of two otters in the water
    Food from the Kraken Bar and Grill at Exploris Aquarium
    a boy and his dad looking at a sea creature in the tank
    View of underwater tank to tunnel
    Penguins
    a little girl looking at a fish in the tank
    a photograph of two kids kneeling down and looking into the fish tank
    a photograph of someone holding a starfish
    a photograph showing the interior of the aquarium
    a photograph of two otters in the water
    Food from the Kraken Bar and Grill at Exploris Aquarium

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    Portaferry

    Address

    The Rope Walk, Castle Street, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1NZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4272 8062

    Gradings

    • Five Star Quality Assurance
    Five Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Zoo / Aquarium

    Enjoy a diver's view of marine life from around the world without getting wet. An underwater Tunnel Experience, friendly sharks and a Dwarfcrocodile, a Waddle of Penguins, all star in Northern Ireland’s only aquarium and seal rehabilitation centre.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  3. Picture of Montalto House, Montalto Lake and Boathouse all within Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch.
    Friends looking at membership plans provided on a poster up on the wall at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Friends looking at  the impressive Bottle Room and displays in Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Picture of a delicious pie made with local produce available from The Cafe at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    A photograph of Montalto Estate wooden tree house towering ahead of you. This spectacular tree house was hand-built to a bespoke design on Montalto Es
    Photograph of a family walking through trails and gardens on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Bluebells in a garden on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Picture of Montalto House, Montalto Lake and Boathouse all within Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch.
    Friends looking at membership plans provided on a poster up on the wall at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Friends looking at  the impressive Bottle Room and displays in Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Picture of a delicious pie made with local produce available from The Cafe at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    A photograph of Montalto Estate wooden tree house towering ahead of you. This spectacular tree house was hand-built to a bespoke design on Montalto Es
    Photograph of a family walking through trails and gardens on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Bluebells in a garden on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Ballynahinch

    Address

    Spa Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8PT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9756 6100

    Gradings

    • Five Star Quality Assurance
    Five Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch is a mystical and enchanting estate, set in magnificent natural surroundings. Visitor experience includes access to the estate's beautiful gardens; historic walks and trails and an exciting play area where children…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Open 09:30 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement
    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
  4. 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

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 473 reviews473 reviews

    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
  5. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Enniskillen

    Address

    Castlecoole Road, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT74 6JY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 6632 2690

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Castle Coole one of Ireland's finest Neo-classical houses, allowing visitors to glimpse what life was like in the home of the Earls of Belmore. Discover the story of the people who lived and worked below stairs as you explore the servants quarters.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  6. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Florencecourt

    Address

    Florencecourt, Florencecourt, County Fermanagh, BT92 1DB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 6634 8249

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Florence Court is a truly welcoming home. The house, formerly the home of the Cole family, Earls of Enniskillen, is surrounded by a large area of parkland, garden and woodland, with breathtaking views to Benaughlin and the Cuilcagh Mountains. You…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  7. Children playing around a giant book in Slieve Gullion Forest Park
    Family Entering Fionn's Giant Adventure
    Spring Fairy at Slieve Gullion Forest Park
    Children playing around a giant book in Slieve Gullion Forest Park
    Family Entering Fionn's Giant Adventure
    Spring Fairy at Slieve Gullion Forest Park

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 147 reviews147 reviews

    Killeavy

    Address

    89 Drumintee Road, Killeavy, County Armagh, BT35 8SW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Slieve Gullion is Ireland's Mountain of Mystery. The Forest Park offers walking trails, a scenic drive, an Adventure Playpark, Fionn's Giant Adventure children's story trail and family friendly walk.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (charge)

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  8. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Newtownbutler

    Address

    Upper Lough Erne, Newtownbutler, County Fermanagh, BT92 8AJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 6773 8118

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Set on the shores of Upper Lough Erne in County Fermanagh, Crom is one of Ireland's most important nature conservation areas.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  9. The Argory
    The Argory Park
    The Argory
    The Argory Park

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Moy

    Address

    144 Derrycaw Road, Moy, County Armagh, BT71 6NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 8778 4753

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    The Argory was built in the 1820s and its hilltop location offers wonderful views over the gardens and 320 acre wooded riverside estate.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  10. Aerial view of WWT Castle Espie wetland centre
    Three mallard ducklings following their mother.
    A child handfeeding a Barrow's goldeneye duck in the aviary at Castle Espie.
    A family walking out of the Crannog roundhouse at WWT Castle Espie.
    A common frog sitting on some frogspawn in a pond.
    A woman looking through binoculars in a wetlands.
    A common tern taking flight out of the water.
    Aerial view of the Limekiln Observatory - a glass building overlooking Strangford Lough
    A mute swan splashing.
    Two visitors enjoying a coffee and traybake in the cafe.
    Aerial view of WWT Castle Espie wetland centre
    Three mallard ducklings following their mother.
    A child handfeeding a Barrow's goldeneye duck in the aviary at Castle Espie.
    A family walking out of the Crannog roundhouse at WWT Castle Espie.
    A common frog sitting on some frogspawn in a pond.
    A woman looking through binoculars in a wetlands.
    A common tern taking flight out of the water.
    Aerial view of the Limekiln Observatory - a glass building overlooking Strangford Lough
    A mute swan splashing.
    Two visitors enjoying a coffee and traybake in the cafe.

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 211 reviews211 reviews

    Comber

    Address

    Castle Espie, 78 Ballydrain Road, Comber, County Down, BT23 6EA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9187 4146

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    WWT Castle Espie is an extraordinary day out for the whole family. Escape the everyday, reconnect with nature, and experience the wonder of wetlands on the picturesque shores of Strangford Lough.

    Visit Castle Espie all year round and discover new…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
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    Belfast

    Address

    Antrim Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT36 7PN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9077 6277

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Zoo / Aquarium

    Belfast Zoo is home to more than 130 species of animals. Come along and say hi to Asian elephants, giraffes, lions and if you're brave enough enter the reptile and amphibian house.

    Dates

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

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 35 reviews35 reviews

    Lisbellaw

    Address

    4 Slate Quarry Lane, Lisbellaw, County Fermanagh, BT94 5EE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 6638 5060

    Gradings

    • Awaiting Grading Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Open Farm

    Fermanagh Fun Farm is the place where families love to come to make lasting memories. We offer a real hands on experience and a range of activities to keep all the family assumed and having fun.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Image is a close up of a pink wild flower in a field
    Image is of a field with cows and countryside beyond
    Image is a close-up of a colourful butterfly in a field
    Image is a close up of a pink wild flower in a field
    Image is of a field with cows and countryside beyond
    Image is a close-up of a colourful butterfly in a field

    Lisburn

    Address

    Flowbog Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 3TE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4483 0282

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Slievenacloy is a vast wildlife paradise of grassland, meadows, rush and heath. It is particularly important for orchids, birds and fungi and offers panoramic views from the Mournes to the Sperrins and beyond. The site is managed by Ulster Wildlife.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside - must be on a lead
  14. three donkeys and trekkers along road
    owner Robert and brown donkey
    view of inside of barn with donkeys
    billy goat and people in backgrounf
    woman holding baby goat
    donkey in traditional harness
    three donkeys and trekkers along road
    owner Robert and brown donkey
    view of inside of barn with donkeys
    billy goat and people in backgrounf
    woman holding baby goat
    donkey in traditional harness

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    38 Chestnut Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8JQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 73 9354 8583

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Join Robert and his 25 therapy-trained donkeys for wellness and heritage experiences. You are welcomed to his family's farm in Ballynahinch, in the heart of County Down. Take a breather with Goat Meditation or explore the rolling "drumlins" with a…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  15. Group taking part in Alpaca Trekking at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Male taking part in Alpaca Trekking at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    3 Alpacas at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Group ordering drinks at coffee stand at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    3 Alpacas at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Luxury Alpaca Trekking Picnics and coffee trailer
    Luxury Alpaca Trekking Picnics
    Luxury Alpaca Trekking Picnics
    Luxury Picnic Hampers
    Family looking though picnic basket at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Group taking part in Alpaca Trekking at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Male taking part in Alpaca Trekking at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    3 Alpacas at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Group ordering drinks at coffee stand at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    3 Alpacas at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Luxury Alpaca Trekking Picnics and coffee trailer
    Luxury Alpaca Trekking Picnics
    Luxury Alpaca Trekking Picnics
    Luxury Picnic Hampers
    Family looking though picnic basket at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    Ballyburren, 143 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8HZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9581 6650

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Our unique estate has over 5,000 trees with ponds, pathways and bridges nestled in 18 acres of beautiful undulating surroundings just 25mins from Belfast, near Ballynahinch in County Down. We offer mini adventures for families, individuals, couples…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  16. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 24 reviews24 reviews

    Portadown

    Address

    The Log Cabin, 10 Bachelors Walk, Portadown, County Armagh, BT63 5BQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3833 7207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Edenvilla Park is a town park based in the Bachelors Walk area of Portadown. It is 25.5acres of maintained grass land and forest.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Drumnaph trail 2
    Drumnaph scenery
    Drumnaph Trail
    3
    Cú Chulainn statue
    Drumnaph trail 2
    Drumnaph scenery
    Drumnaph Trail
    3
    Cú Chulainn statue

    Maghera

    Address

    15 Halfgayne Road, Maghera, County Londonderry, BT46 5PB

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 7954 9978

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Nestled on the edge of the Sperrins, the Reserve boasts a rich variety of habitats including ancient woodland, wetland, bog and meadow with the Grillagh River running along its edge. It is a haven for wildlife and you are sure to get a glimpse of…

  18. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 99 reviews99 reviews

    Moneymore

    Address

    20 Springhill Road, Moneymore, County Londonderry, BT45 7NQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 8674 8210

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Step back to 1912 as you experience the Lenox-Conyngham home on the morning they left to board Titanic. See the exhibition, featuring pieces from the Titanic era, including 11-year-old Eileen Lenox-Conyngham’s letter, written on Titanic headed paper.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  19. Portstewart strand
    Portstewart strand
    Portstewart strand
    Portstewart strand
    Portstewart strand
    Portstewart strand
    Portstewart strand
    Portstewart strand

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 237 reviews237 reviews

    Portstewart

    Address

    Portstewart Strand, Portstewart, County Londonderry, BT55 7PG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7083 6396

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Between Portstewart and the mouth of the River Bann lies the golden sands and domineering sand dunes of Portrush Strand Beach. This area of natural beauty and of scientific interest is owned and managed by the National Trust.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  20. Fabulous group of guests trekking with so many alpacas in field in sunshine
    Stunning medium brown coloured alpaca striding along the pasture
    Young white alpacas in a sunny pasture waiting to go trekking
    Some cria getting very noisy with some visitors
    A trekking lady with an alpaca in a sunny field
    Trekking in the pastures with over 100 alpacas surrounding the trekking group
    Fabulous group of guests trekking with so many alpacas in field in sunshine
    Stunning medium brown coloured alpaca striding along the pasture
    Young white alpacas in a sunny pasture waiting to go trekking
    Some cria getting very noisy with some visitors
    A trekking lady with an alpaca in a sunny field
    Trekking in the pastures with over 100 alpacas surrounding the trekking group

    Dromara

    Address

    60 Levallyreagh Road, Dromara, County Down, BT25 2DG

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7918 719 595

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Trek with one alpaca, walking in pastures with over 100 more. Your experience includes a fascinating talk about the life of alpacas in our very  large breeding herd, followed by a trek leading your own or walking with a friend leading an alpaca,…

    Dates

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
    • Ramp to main entrance

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
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