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Table set for dining at the Walled Garden Helen's Bay
LocationHelens Bay

Embark on a remarkable culinary adventure with Forage & Feast, a sustainable dining experience led…

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…

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…

Painting of farm on Ards Peninsula
LocationNewtownards

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

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…

Newtownards Priory
LocationOff High Street, Newtownards

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

Brent Geese on the waters of Strangford Lough

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

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…

Portavogie name on boat
LocationPortavogie

A celebration of local delicacies, located at the heart of the fishing industry at Portavogie docks…

Christmas wreath foilage
LocationBangor

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

Ballywalter Park house exterior surrounding by greenery
LocationBallywalter

Lady Dunleath, renowned food historian and founder of the Paradise Gardening Club, will lead you on…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

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

E Foiling with Strangford Lough Activity Centre
LocationSketrick Island, Killinchy

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

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…

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,…

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…

A woman dressed traditionally looking down the street in the on site village
LocationCultra

Celebrate the harvest season with an evening of seasonal food and storytelling. The event will…

Front exterior of Pier 36 in daytime
LocationDonaghadee

This menu, 'The Comber Spud', is curated and hosted by Pier 36 as part of Taste Summer in AND

Pipe Band in action
LocationNewtownards

Enjoy an impressive display of sight and sound. Enjoy an impressive display of sight and sound, as…

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

Part of Experience Ards and North Down 2025 - Join Brian Meharg, author of the children's book "The…

A bottle of Copeland Gin with Donaghadee Lighthouse in the background, with an overlay of spooky themed graphics for Hallowe'en
LocationDonaghadee

Join Nicky Jones of Experience & Explore NI, on a spooky Halloween jaunt around Donaghadee for…

Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat crew
LocationDonaghadee

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

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…

More Highlights

Table set for dining at the Walled Garden Helen's Bay
LocationHelens Bay

Embark on a remarkable culinary adventure with Forage & Feast, a sustainable dining experience led…

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…

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…

Painting of farm on Ards Peninsula
LocationNewtownards

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

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…

Newtownards Priory
LocationOff High Street, Newtownards

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

Brent Geese on the waters of Strangford Lough

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

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…

Portavogie name on boat
LocationPortavogie

A celebration of local delicacies, located at the heart of the fishing industry at Portavogie docks…

Christmas wreath foilage
LocationBangor

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

Ballywalter Park house exterior surrounding by greenery
LocationBallywalter

Lady Dunleath, renowned food historian and founder of the Paradise Gardening Club, will lead you on…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

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

E Foiling with Strangford Lough Activity Centre
LocationSketrick Island, Killinchy

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

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…

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,…

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…

A woman dressed traditionally looking down the street in the on site village
LocationCultra

Celebrate the harvest season with an evening of seasonal food and storytelling. The event will…

Front exterior of Pier 36 in daytime
LocationDonaghadee

This menu, 'The Comber Spud', is curated and hosted by Pier 36 as part of Taste Summer in AND

Pipe Band in action
LocationNewtownards

Enjoy an impressive display of sight and sound. Enjoy an impressive display of sight and sound, as…

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

Part of Experience Ards and North Down 2025 - Join Brian Meharg, author of the children's book "The…

A bottle of Copeland Gin with Donaghadee Lighthouse in the background, with an overlay of spooky themed graphics for Hallowe'en
LocationDonaghadee

Join Nicky Jones of Experience & Explore NI, on a spooky Halloween jaunt around Donaghadee for…

Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat crew
LocationDonaghadee

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

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…

More Highlights

Table set for dining at the Walled Garden Helen's Bay
LocationHelens Bay

Embark on a remarkable culinary adventure with Forage & Feast, a sustainable dining experience led…

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…

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…

Painting of farm on Ards Peninsula
LocationNewtownards

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

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…

Newtownards Priory
LocationOff High Street, Newtownards

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

Brent Geese on the waters of Strangford Lough

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

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…

Portavogie name on boat
LocationPortavogie

A celebration of local delicacies, located at the heart of the fishing industry at Portavogie docks…

Christmas wreath foilage
LocationBangor

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

Ballywalter Park house exterior surrounding by greenery
LocationBallywalter

Lady Dunleath, renowned food historian and founder of the Paradise Gardening Club, will lead you on…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

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

E Foiling with Strangford Lough Activity Centre
LocationSketrick Island, Killinchy

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

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…

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,…

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…

A woman dressed traditionally looking down the street in the on site village
LocationCultra

Celebrate the harvest season with an evening of seasonal food and storytelling. The event will…

Front exterior of Pier 36 in daytime
LocationDonaghadee

This menu, 'The Comber Spud', is curated and hosted by Pier 36 as part of Taste Summer in AND

Pipe Band in action
LocationNewtownards

Enjoy an impressive display of sight and sound. Enjoy an impressive display of sight and sound, as…

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

Part of Experience Ards and North Down 2025 - Join Brian Meharg, author of the children's book "The…

A bottle of Copeland Gin with Donaghadee Lighthouse in the background, with an overlay of spooky themed graphics for Hallowe'en
LocationDonaghadee

Join Nicky Jones of Experience & Explore NI, on a spooky Halloween jaunt around Donaghadee for…

Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat crew
LocationDonaghadee

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

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…

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