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Christmas at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Government House, The Square, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AG
Three children are laughing and sitting with Santa in his sleigh on the grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Santa is in a red suit.

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Experience the magic of Christmas at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens this festive season.

Explore the gardens adorned with dazzling decorations inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas, and stay on the look out for our polar bear in the pond and a giant Advent calendar! Families will love discovering hidden gems, from a secret grotto to a garden trail. Continue your journey inside the beautiful Castle, where twinkling lights and Christmas trees fill the grand State Rooms with festive cheer.

On select December days, children can meet Santa himself and take home a special bag of reindeer food.

Be sure to warm up with hot chocolate or mulled wine and with festive treats at the café, to round off a perfect day out for all the family.

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Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Royal HillsboroughCome and explore Northern Ireland's royal residence, where worlds and minds meet. Relax in 100 acres of picturesque gardens, explore the State Rooms still used today and indulge in delicious food and drink in our café.

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Opening Times

Season (23 Nov 2024 - 23 Dec 2024)
DayTimes
Monday - TuesdayClosed
Wednesday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00
Season (27 Dec 2024 - 5 Jan 2025)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00

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