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Summer Music in the Gardens

Hillsborough Castle & Gardens, Lower Visitor Car Park, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6TH
Family sitting on grass in front of Hillsborough Castle

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Spend a perfect afternoon relaxing on the lawns of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, as a selection of artists play in picturesque royal surroundings every Saturday throughout the summer months.

Indulge in a drink and sweet treat from our award-winning café as you settle back to listen. Or bring a picnic, kick off your shoes and enjoy with friends and all the family.

During the 20-minute interval, take a stroll around the 100 acre gardens in summer bloom, included in your ticket. Or upgrade your ticket and visit the inside of Northern Ireland's only royal residence. 

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29 June - Mini Moonshines

06 July - Scott Flanagan

13 July - ARCO Quartet

20 July - Mini Moonshines

27 July - ARCO Quartet

03 August - Gráinne Meyer

10 August - Scott Flanagan

17 August - Gráinne Meyer

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Accessibility

  • Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities
  • Guide dogs permitted
  • Toilets for disabled visitors

Attraction Facilities

  • Guided Tours Available

Catering

  • Picnic Area
  • Restaurant on Premises

Establishment Features

  • Shop
  • Talks

Event Facilities

  • Booking Required

Leisure Facilities

  • Wifi

Parking & Transport

  • Coach parking
  • On site parking
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors

Payment Methods

  • All major credit/debit cards accepted

Provider Preferences

  • Of historic, literary or architectural interest
  • Village Location

Guide Prices

Included in general admission charge (members go free)

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Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Royal HillsboroughExplore 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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