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Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market

Hillsborough Fort, Main Street, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AE
Lady taking photograph of market with stall holders and customers

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The popular Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market returns to the historic village to celebrate mid-summer.  Set along The Dark Walk and extending into the grounds of Hillsborough Fort.  It makes a lovely day out, especially when combined with a browse of the eclectic mix of independent shops and eateries in the village.

The market features over 50 stalls of the finest local and seasonal farm-to-market produce and artisan food from across Northern Ireland for you to discover.

Expect to find regeneratively farmed and outdoor reared heritage meats, fruit and vegetables, breads, cakes, Irish cheeses, jams, chutneys and pickles, olives, pestos and tapenades, charcuterie, fresh fish, shellfish and smoked salmon, to locally grown plants and flowers, chocolates, coffee, street food and more besides!

A small but considered and complimentary selection of designer craft, art, organic skincare and sustainable living products can also be found.

Come and browse the stalls, meet with friends and family, enjoy a coffee and bite to eat in this historic setting. Music by local musicians and children’s activities will add to the convivial atmosphere of the market.

Parking: Hillsborough Forest & Ballnahinch Street Pay & Displace Car Park

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  • All areas accessible to disabled visitors

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  • Family Fun
  • Outdoor Event
  • Pets accepted

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  • All major credit/debit cards accepted

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Hillsborough Fort, Royal HillsboroughOwned by Historic Royal Palaces, Hillsborough Fort was constructed in the 17th Century, and sits nestled in picturesque parkland in the heart of the town. Built to protect the road leading from Carrickfergus to Dublin, the fort has been a place of power, play and pleasure for more than 400 years.

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Opening Times

Season (31 May 2025)
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Saturday10:00 - 16:00
Season (28 June 2025)
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Saturday10:00 - 16:00
Season (26 July 2025)
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Saturday10:00 - 16:00

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