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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

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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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 and lake within Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch.
    Friends exploring the trails & gardens at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Friends browsing items in The Shop at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Picture of a delicious breakfast fry made with local produce available from The Cafe at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Montalto Estate, wooden playpark
    Photograph of a family walking through trails and gardens on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Dog playing in the Bark Park at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch
    Picture of Montalto House and lake within Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch.
    Friends exploring the trails & gardens at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Friends browsing items in The Shop at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Picture of a delicious breakfast fry made with local produce available from The Cafe at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Montalto Estate, wooden playpark
    Photograph of a family walking through trails and gardens on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Dog playing in the Bark Park at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 249 reviews249 reviews

    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

    An enchanting 18th century Georgian estate in the stunning Down countryside offering a 5 star attraction, bespoke conference and events venue, Georgian mansion for private hire and accommodation, gardens including walled garden and 8km of trails.

    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 - 474 reviews474 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. 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
  6. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 626 reviews626 reviews

    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. 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 - 212 reviews212 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
  8. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 388 reviews388 reviews

    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
  9. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 1029 reviews1029 reviews

    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
  10. 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 - 148 reviews148 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
  11. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 148 reviews148 reviews

    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
  12. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 100 reviews100 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
  13. Image of a walkway and woodland steps surrounded by leafy green trees and pink flowers
    Photo of walkway through leafy Castle Park
    Photo showing North Down Museum opening sign with Town Hall in backdrop
    Photo of Bangor Castle Walled Garden arches and flowers. The Garden is located within Castle Park grounds.
    Photo showing the embossed words Edward Ward 1852, the date the Town Hall was erected
    Photo of Town Hall/Bangor Castle in the sunshine framed by leafy tree branches
    Image of a walkway and woodland steps surrounded by leafy green trees and pink flowers
    Photo of walkway through leafy Castle Park
    Photo showing North Down Museum opening sign with Town Hall in backdrop
    Photo of Bangor Castle Walled Garden arches and flowers. The Garden is located within Castle Park grounds.
    Photo showing the embossed words Edward Ward 1852, the date the Town Hall was erected
    Photo of Town Hall/Bangor Castle in the sunshine framed by leafy tree branches

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 48 reviews48 reviews

    Bangor

    Address

    Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4TB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Stroll through this beautiful wooded wonderland which is an exhilarating experience throughout the seasons.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 113 reviews113 reviews

    Dungannon

    Address

    33 Derryhubbert Road, Dungannon, County Armagh, BT71 6NW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3839 9195

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    We invite you to come and explore Peatlands Park. This beautiful area has a wonderful wilderness appeal and is situated near the shores of Lough Neagh just off the MI at exit 13 south of Dungannon.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - The car park operates a traffic plate system on the exit so vehicles may still leave the car park after site closure. Please note that car parks may be temporarily closed at times to support social distancing if sites become particularly busy or crowded. Make sure that you follow Public Health Agency guidelines and maintain social distancing at all times.
  15. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 23 reviews23 reviews

    Ballymena

    Address

    Kernohans Lane, Broughshane Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7QA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2564 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Ecos Nature Park is an oasis of wildlife, close to the heart of Ballymena town with 8 kilometres of flat footpaths leading visitors around 220 acres of parkland that includes maturing woodland, peaceful lake and ponds, grazed meadows and hay meadows.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Ecos Nature Park has free designated accessible parking on site for cars, coaches and minibuses.
  16. arial photo of part of the lough
    photograph showing a field of sunflowers
    a photo showing the lough with the mountains in the background
    arial photo of part of the lough
    photograph showing a field of sunflowers
    a photo showing the lough with the mountains in the background

    Portaferry

    Address

    8 Ballyquintin Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1RG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 5520

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Ballyquintin Nature Reserve includes Ballyquintin Point at the tip of the Ards Peninsula, County Down where the Irish Sea enters Strangford Lough.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  17. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 3 reviews3 reviews

    Carnlough

    Address

    Straidkilly Road, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0LQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9045 4094

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Small and secluded Ulster Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve, located on an inland route between Glenarm and Carnlough, on the hill slope above the Coast Road with interesting flora and fauna alongside panoramic views across the Irish Sea to Scotland.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement
  18. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 815 reviews815 reviews

    Newcastle

    Address

    Bryansford Road, Tollymore Park, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0PR

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4372 2428

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Covering an area of almost 630 hectares at the foot of the Mourne mountains, Tollymore Forest Park has panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and the sea at Newcastle. It's open to the public all year.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - There is a charge for parking in Tollymore Forest Park. 
  19. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 38 reviews38 reviews

    Lisbellaw

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 6638 5060

    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
  20. Sow with 4 baby piglets on grass
    Small boy feeding goat
    Indoor play area with child on mat surrounded by toys
    Indoor soft play area with slides
    Outdoor play area with trees and tunnels
    Outdoor track
    Child feeding ducks
    Indoor Soft play area with child sized dumper trucks and a picnic bench
    Sow with 4 baby piglets on grass
    Small boy feeding goat
    Indoor play area with child on mat surrounded by toys
    Indoor soft play area with slides
    Outdoor play area with trees and tunnels
    Outdoor track
    Child feeding ducks
    Indoor Soft play area with child sized dumper trucks and a picnic bench

    Lisburn

    Address

    55a Sandy Lane, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 5TL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9460 0116

    Type

    Type:

    Open Farm

    Laganvale Farm caters for all weather offering a super indoor soft play centre which can also be combined with our outdoor attractions down on the farm! Animals, pedal tractors and go-karts, sandpit fun and outdoor play for a great day out.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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