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Blue and white pottery from beach
LocationNewtownards

A beachcombing timeline from the County Down coast. From Victorian vintage to villainous vapes,…

Miss Scarlett holds a magnifying glass at the doorway of The Old Market House, Bangor
Location77 Main Street, Bangor

Step into the 1940s with “Deadly Tales of Bangor,” an immersive murder mystery night where you…

A photo of Donaghadee from above showing the Motte
LocationDonaghadee

Home to the only Camera Obscura on the island of Ireland. Seasonal opening 2025: Summer, May to…

View of Bangor harbour and Marina from Coastal path
LocationPromenade, off Queen's Parade, Bangor

Step aboard the Ocean Crest, Skipper Brian Meharg will navigate Bangor's beautiful coastline while…

E Foiling with Strangford Lough Activity Centre
LocationSketrick Island, Killinchy

Escape the ordinary with our Electric Wilderness Hideaway – a thrilling two-day adventure on…

Newtownards Priory
LocationOff High Street, Newtownards

Explore the rich and varied history of Newtownards. The tour, led by expert guide Paul Whitla, will…

Taste Autumn in Ards and North Down

A showcase of local food and drink with a series of seasonal foodie-themed events over a two-week…

Greyabbey House Rosemount
LocationGreyabbey

An opportunity to explore the stunning garden of Greyabbey House, not normally open to the public,…

A photo of a trio of little girls taking part in the annual maypole dancing dressed in pastel skirts to match the ribbons of the Maypole
LocationHolywood

A day of celebration featuring traditional maypole dancing, live music, entertainment, and…

a photo of a woman and a dog in front of donaghadee lighthouse
LocationDonaghadee

Discover the history of Donaghadee on this dog friendly walking tour.  After the tour enjoy a gin…

Christmas wreath foilage
LocationBangor

Immerse yourself in an enchanting evening of Christmas craft. Enjoy a workshop of choice, whether…

Ingredients and pestle and mortar at the Demo Kitchen
LocationComber

A celebration of the local PGI status Comber Earlies potatoes and the delicious local food and…

Views over Portaferry and Strangford Lough to Strangford, from Windmill Hill
LocationPortaferry

Immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings of Strangford Lough on board the St Brendan. Cruise…

Brent Geese on the waters of Strangford Lough

Events celebrating the stunning nature and wildlife inhabiting the local shoreline and official…

Painting of farm on Ards Peninsula
LocationNewtownards

Portaferry Art Society was founded in 1975 by like minded artists who took inspiration from their…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

Bangor market has been a tradition for many years and the go to for local fresh produce.  Situated…

Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat crew
LocationDonaghadee

Embark on a captivating journey through time with "Survivor's Tale: The Story of the Princess…

Artist Imogen Donegan and Nina Cristinacce of Lightfoot Kitchen and Deli in Seacourt Print Workshop, Bangor
Location75 Main Street, Bangor

Join us for the first Seacourt Supper Club, an exclusive dining experience in Bangor's historic…

Statue of The Bangor Bell outside of Bangor Abbey in the city
Location(Can be accessed from Abbey Street too), Bangor

Step back in time and uncover stories of Bangor’s fascinating past. Beginning at Bangor Abbey, one…

Greyabbey Physic Garden with Abbey in background
LocationGreyabbey

Be transported to 1193 with tour guide Steve of Friends of the Abbey, as you enter one of Ireland's…

Bangor marina birds eye view
LocationBangor

Celebrate the City of Bangor’s rich maritime heritage with family fun activities, entertainment for…

Red Arrows in flight
LocationNewtownards

Join us for a day dedicated to the people who make up the Armed Forces community, with displays,…

St Columbanus stained glass window, and the Bangor Bell on display in North Down Museum
LocationCastle Park Avenue, Bangor

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Ireland's patron saints at North Down Museum. Upon…

Taste Summer in Ards and North Down

A showcase of local food and drink with a series of seasonal foodie-themed events over a two-week…

More Highlights

Blue and white pottery from beach
LocationNewtownards

A beachcombing timeline from the County Down coast. From Victorian vintage to villainous vapes,…

Miss Scarlett holds a magnifying glass at the doorway of The Old Market House, Bangor
Location77 Main Street, Bangor

Step into the 1940s with “Deadly Tales of Bangor,” an immersive murder mystery night where you…

A photo of Donaghadee from above showing the Motte
LocationDonaghadee

Home to the only Camera Obscura on the island of Ireland. Seasonal opening 2025: Summer, May to…

View of Bangor harbour and Marina from Coastal path
LocationPromenade, off Queen's Parade, Bangor

Step aboard the Ocean Crest, Skipper Brian Meharg will navigate Bangor's beautiful coastline while…

E Foiling with Strangford Lough Activity Centre
LocationSketrick Island, Killinchy

Escape the ordinary with our Electric Wilderness Hideaway – a thrilling two-day adventure on…

Newtownards Priory
LocationOff High Street, Newtownards

Explore the rich and varied history of Newtownards. The tour, led by expert guide Paul Whitla, will…

Taste Autumn in Ards and North Down

A showcase of local food and drink with a series of seasonal foodie-themed events over a two-week…

Greyabbey House Rosemount
LocationGreyabbey

An opportunity to explore the stunning garden of Greyabbey House, not normally open to the public,…

A photo of a trio of little girls taking part in the annual maypole dancing dressed in pastel skirts to match the ribbons of the Maypole
LocationHolywood

A day of celebration featuring traditional maypole dancing, live music, entertainment, and…

a photo of a woman and a dog in front of donaghadee lighthouse
LocationDonaghadee

Discover the history of Donaghadee on this dog friendly walking tour.  After the tour enjoy a gin…

Christmas wreath foilage
LocationBangor

Immerse yourself in an enchanting evening of Christmas craft. Enjoy a workshop of choice, whether…

Ingredients and pestle and mortar at the Demo Kitchen
LocationComber

A celebration of the local PGI status Comber Earlies potatoes and the delicious local food and…

Views over Portaferry and Strangford Lough to Strangford, from Windmill Hill
LocationPortaferry

Immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings of Strangford Lough on board the St Brendan. Cruise…

Brent Geese on the waters of Strangford Lough

Events celebrating the stunning nature and wildlife inhabiting the local shoreline and official…

Painting of farm on Ards Peninsula
LocationNewtownards

Portaferry Art Society was founded in 1975 by like minded artists who took inspiration from their…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

Bangor market has been a tradition for many years and the go to for local fresh produce.  Situated…

Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat crew
LocationDonaghadee

Embark on a captivating journey through time with "Survivor's Tale: The Story of the Princess…

Artist Imogen Donegan and Nina Cristinacce of Lightfoot Kitchen and Deli in Seacourt Print Workshop, Bangor
Location75 Main Street, Bangor

Join us for the first Seacourt Supper Club, an exclusive dining experience in Bangor's historic…

Statue of The Bangor Bell outside of Bangor Abbey in the city
Location(Can be accessed from Abbey Street too), Bangor

Step back in time and uncover stories of Bangor’s fascinating past. Beginning at Bangor Abbey, one…

Greyabbey Physic Garden with Abbey in background
LocationGreyabbey

Be transported to 1193 with tour guide Steve of Friends of the Abbey, as you enter one of Ireland's…

Bangor marina birds eye view
LocationBangor

Celebrate the City of Bangor’s rich maritime heritage with family fun activities, entertainment for…

Red Arrows in flight
LocationNewtownards

Join us for a day dedicated to the people who make up the Armed Forces community, with displays,…

St Columbanus stained glass window, and the Bangor Bell on display in North Down Museum
LocationCastle Park Avenue, Bangor

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Ireland's patron saints at North Down Museum. Upon…

Taste Summer in Ards and North Down

A showcase of local food and drink with a series of seasonal foodie-themed events over a two-week…

More Highlights

Blue and white pottery from beach
LocationNewtownards

A beachcombing timeline from the County Down coast. From Victorian vintage to villainous vapes,…

Miss Scarlett holds a magnifying glass at the doorway of The Old Market House, Bangor
Location77 Main Street, Bangor

Step into the 1940s with “Deadly Tales of Bangor,” an immersive murder mystery night where you…

A photo of Donaghadee from above showing the Motte
LocationDonaghadee

Home to the only Camera Obscura on the island of Ireland. Seasonal opening 2025: Summer, May to…

View of Bangor harbour and Marina from Coastal path
LocationPromenade, off Queen's Parade, Bangor

Step aboard the Ocean Crest, Skipper Brian Meharg will navigate Bangor's beautiful coastline while…

E Foiling with Strangford Lough Activity Centre
LocationSketrick Island, Killinchy

Escape the ordinary with our Electric Wilderness Hideaway – a thrilling two-day adventure on…

Newtownards Priory
LocationOff High Street, Newtownards

Explore the rich and varied history of Newtownards. The tour, led by expert guide Paul Whitla, will…

Taste Autumn in Ards and North Down

A showcase of local food and drink with a series of seasonal foodie-themed events over a two-week…

Greyabbey House Rosemount
LocationGreyabbey

An opportunity to explore the stunning garden of Greyabbey House, not normally open to the public,…

A photo of a trio of little girls taking part in the annual maypole dancing dressed in pastel skirts to match the ribbons of the Maypole
LocationHolywood

A day of celebration featuring traditional maypole dancing, live music, entertainment, and…

a photo of a woman and a dog in front of donaghadee lighthouse
LocationDonaghadee

Discover the history of Donaghadee on this dog friendly walking tour.  After the tour enjoy a gin…

Christmas wreath foilage
LocationBangor

Immerse yourself in an enchanting evening of Christmas craft. Enjoy a workshop of choice, whether…

Ingredients and pestle and mortar at the Demo Kitchen
LocationComber

A celebration of the local PGI status Comber Earlies potatoes and the delicious local food and…

Views over Portaferry and Strangford Lough to Strangford, from Windmill Hill
LocationPortaferry

Immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings of Strangford Lough on board the St Brendan. Cruise…

Brent Geese on the waters of Strangford Lough

Events celebrating the stunning nature and wildlife inhabiting the local shoreline and official…

Painting of farm on Ards Peninsula
LocationNewtownards

Portaferry Art Society was founded in 1975 by like minded artists who took inspiration from their…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

Bangor market has been a tradition for many years and the go to for local fresh produce.  Situated…

Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat crew
LocationDonaghadee

Embark on a captivating journey through time with "Survivor's Tale: The Story of the Princess…

Artist Imogen Donegan and Nina Cristinacce of Lightfoot Kitchen and Deli in Seacourt Print Workshop, Bangor
Location75 Main Street, Bangor

Join us for the first Seacourt Supper Club, an exclusive dining experience in Bangor's historic…

Statue of The Bangor Bell outside of Bangor Abbey in the city
Location(Can be accessed from Abbey Street too), Bangor

Step back in time and uncover stories of Bangor’s fascinating past. Beginning at Bangor Abbey, one…

Greyabbey Physic Garden with Abbey in background
LocationGreyabbey

Be transported to 1193 with tour guide Steve of Friends of the Abbey, as you enter one of Ireland's…

Bangor marina birds eye view
LocationBangor

Celebrate the City of Bangor’s rich maritime heritage with family fun activities, entertainment for…

Red Arrows in flight
LocationNewtownards

Join us for a day dedicated to the people who make up the Armed Forces community, with displays,…

St Columbanus stained glass window, and the Bangor Bell on display in North Down Museum
LocationCastle Park Avenue, Bangor

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Ireland's patron saints at North Down Museum. Upon…

Taste Summer in Ards and North Down

A showcase of local food and drink with a series of seasonal foodie-themed events over a two-week…

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