Holywood’s May Day celebrations get into full swing on Monday 6 May with a packed programme of entertainment for all the…
Open House has announced the initial programme for this year’s annual Bangor Festival. The focal venues for ticketed events will be Bangor…
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On Wednesday 10 April at the Armagh City Hotel the Irish Restaurant Awards county winners were…
Celebrating 150 years since Holst’s birth and 90 years since his death, the Portico of Ards in Portaferry is delighted to welcome the Kammer…
Ards and North Down Borough Council has announced an exciting range of Tourism Experiences for 2024. From guided tours to unique immersive…
Tourism NI has launched its new Giant Adventure Map – a first-of-its-kind interactive map for Northern Ireland, allowing local people to…
Bing and Flop, from the multi-award-winning animated children's television series, will be coming to WWT Castle Espie in a couple of weeks as…
The United Kingdom Pipe Band Championships will take place on Saturday 18 May 2024 at Ward Park Arras, Bangor.
The Royal Scottish Pipe…
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We couldn't…
Copyright - The Telegraph: Join Rory Best on a taste trail around Northern Ireland 15-3-24
"It’s the people that make Northern Ireland…
Local food and drinks producers have been recognised at the third annual TASTE AND Food Heroes Awards, hosted by Ards and North Down Borough…
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Donaghadee is named as…
Special promotions are available for shoppers across the Borough following the launch of a new ‘Support Local’ campaign by Ards and…
Fantastic experiences, fascinating places, delicious food and more. Discover what Ards and North Down has to offer with more than 40 fabulous…
Blues rock legend Van Morrison is to perform two exclusive, intimate shows this Easter in the Culloden Estate & Spa.
The lunch and…
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The Times have included The Old Inn,…
Next month, NI Science Festival returns to North Down as it celebrates a decade of exploration and discovery.
From Thursday 15 – Sunday…
This World Wetlands Day, 2 February 2024, WWT Castle Espie wants everyone to duck the stress of modern living and visit their local wetland for a…
Let your ideas bloom at the Clandeboye Lodge Spring Wedding Fair, showcasing the best local wedding specialists to inspire your perfect wedding day.…
The Ark Open Farm team are delighted to have been awarded the Jim Keetch Small Farm Park of the Year award in January 2024 at the National Farm…
Photo caption (picture on left) Shamara Press Inspiring Yarns, Mukesh Sharma Chair of The National Lottery Heritage Fund in Northern Ireland, Paul…
North Down Museum, located in the city of Bangor, is delighted to have retained its full accreditation statu
Another wintery, bleak February Sunday afternoon but, yet again, Portico has the antidote – Pavel Kolesnikov, the greatest Chopin exponent…
Get ready to dust the winter blues away with the first Feel Good Festival at the historic Portico of Ards in Portaferry
Belfast City Airport has been named the winner of the prestigious Airport Operators Association (AOA) Airport Health and Safety Week Award (Medium…
Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody visited his hometown of Bangor today (Thursday 14 December) to crown The Cou
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Against a beautiful backdrop of Strangford Lough, this conservation charity provides a unique opportunity to learn about wetland habitats whilst…
Innovative adventure company, Strangford Lough Activity Centre (SLAC) create quirky and unique adventure activity experiences in an area of…
Lorraine from The Walled Garden, Helen’s Bay incorporates sustainability into every aspect of her business.
As an…
Sustainability is at the heart of Tracey’s Farmhouse Kitchen, a traditional breadmaking and food tour business on the shores of…
Ruth one of our #ANDSustainableGiants runs NI Silver near Holywood. She is renowned for her jewellery pieces inspired by Northern Ireland landmarks…
Greyabbey & District Community Association (GADCA) and its volunteer group, ‘Friends of the Abbey’, have just been awarded The…
Only a few days left to avail of the Black Friday sale, with up to 25% off the entire Regional network. Tickets on sale now at aerlingus.com…
The Annual Newtownards Christmas Lights Switch-On takes place in Conway Square (from 5.30pm) this Saturday 25 November, together with a host…
Recognised in the recent The Times and The Sunday Times article,
You better watch out…Santa is getting ready to visit the City of Bangor on Saturday (18 November) for the Bangor Christmas Lights Switch…
The Portico of Ards has a brand new festival coming up in 2024. From 1-10 March, the Feel Good Festival comes complete with candlelit concerts,…
Seven motorbikes once owned by local road racing legends now part of museum display
Ulster Transport Museum has acquired seven motorbikes that…
A new Growth Events Fund has been launched by Ards and North Down Borough Council to support existing events that help the Borough stand out on…
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A Bangor guesthouse is celebrating after being awarded a four-star accommodation grading by Tourism NI.
Cairn…
WWT Castle Espie has officially opened the Drawn to Water: Quentin Blake exhibition in The Graffan Gallery, Ireland’s only environmental…
The Culloden Estate and Spa, located in Cultra in Ards and North Down, has been crowned Northern Ireland’s Best Hotel Spa at…
A court tomb originating from Ballintaggart, Co. Armagh and dating back to the Neolithic age has been given a permanent new home at Ulster Folk…
Described by Georgina Campbell as a “comfortable privately owned modern four star near Bangor” which “fits in well with its…
Gothic thriller The Woman in the Wall is a sensitively crafted, fictional drama series which examines the legacy of one of Ireland’s most…
Break Out Pictures and Elysian Film Group are proud to release the new trailer and artwork for Prasanna Puwanarajah’s celebrated,…
With just a few days to go before voting closes in the National Lottery Project of the Year award, the team at The Court House, Bangor, are hoping…
A rare 1 in 2 million blue lobster caught off the coast of County Louth has found a new home in Exploris Aquarium and Seal Sanctuary in Portaferry…
Belfast City Airport has announced the expansion of its summer 2024 schedule with three charter services to Menorca, Mallorca and Italy…
Copyright - BelfastLive.co.uk 'Asian Restaurant and Takeaway Awards 2023: Spots battling to be named best in Northern Ireland',…
Bangor Castle Walled Garden will be heating up on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 September with food demonstrations, family fun and live music at the…
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Monday 18 - Friday 22 September, 6.30am to 9am
BBC Radio 3’s much-loved…
The leaves may be about to fall but the new programme at Portico promises a gathering of sensuous delights this season, starting with the…
A new `Under The Sea’ experience has been launched at the Exploris Aquarium in Co. Down thanks to financial support from Tourism NI. A…
Portaferry and Kearney Village were recently mentioned in '10 picture-perfect places on the coast of the UK' by The Guardian.
"As…
The article cites the beauty of Bangor and its close proximity to Belfast.
‘Recently declared a city, Bangor is a beautiful seaside area…
The two largest Irish sculptures to ever come to the art market will go on display this week at international art and sculpture fair, Art and…
Portavogie will be a hive of activity on 1 and 2 September with an exquisite Dine at the Dock fine dining experience kicking off a memorable…
11 August 2023: The Ulster Folk Museum has announced it will host a new Making Festival at the museum to celebrate our traditional crafts and…
An exciting programme of activity starts on 31 August with Taste Autumn in Ards and North Down, giving you the chance to savour some of the…
Seaside Revival, the vintage festival celebrating Bangor’s heyday as a prominent seaside resort, returns to the city’s seafront on…
Kearney Village was recently mentioned in a Travel Feature published by the Guardian "Golden beaches and flaming sunsets: 10 picture-perfect…
The profile of Ards & North Down as a home of fantastic food was given another significant boost this week with our local…
With the countdown on to the start of this year’s Open House Festival, a final and very special guest has been announced for Bangor…
Be sure to save the date for the Ards Peninsula Kite Festival, launch event held this week.
The Ards Peninsula Villages Partnership invite…
Ireland’s biggest art and sculpture event, featuring works by Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, Patrick O’Reilly, and Keith Haring, is set…
It is not a surprise to us, to hear that County Down got the top spot for Most Welcoming Region in the UK based on Traveller Review Awards 2023…
The Ards and North Down Pipe Band and Drum Major Championships will take place on Saturday 22 July at Newtownards Airfield, from 11am to 6pm…
In August, it’s National Picnic Month, and as part of the Open House Festival's 'Picnic in the Park' event taking place in Ward…
Eastwell is as family run farm established in 2020 with just 4 Alpacas, and now they have 15 Alpacas with some babies (cria) on the way.…
It’s pupping season for the harbour seals of Northern Ireland. All around the coasts, young seals are beginning to venture into the water…
Get set for a summer with help from the Ards and North Down Visitor Servicing Team!
Now that the summer holidays are here, the helpful team at…
On Wednesday 19th July, JJ Fossil Display will be holding a fossil exhibition at Portaferry Library.
JJ Fossil Display will take you on a…
Flights to London Luton and Manchester have taken off from Belfast City Airport today with easyJet, bringing the total number of destinations…
Ards and North Down Borough Council is celebrating the success of its newly implemented recycling stations at Council-run events, demonstrating…
Getting to this Saturday’s Comber Earlies Food Festival has never been easier with a host of free buses ready to transport festival-goers…
Tour & Tipple availability: 30th June 1pm
Our friendly tour guides will give you a unique insight into the field to glass journey of our…
Renowned Blues Rock Guitarist Albert Cummings Announces European Tour, Including Stops in Italy, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and…
A brand new location, live music, cookery demos and more will make this year’s Comber Earlies Food Festival bigger and better than ever as…
Groomsport village is nestled between the City of Bangor and the bustling harbour town of Donaghadee. Discover the centuries…
Following the announcement that Aspire Lounges is investing £1.2million into enhancing the lounge at Belfast City Airport, CGI images of…
The Culloden Estate & Spa is celebrating the opening of its new Summer Champagne Garden.
The five-star property has transformed…
Five council areas rewarded for excellent environmental management, Groomsport, Millisle,
The forecast is looking lovely for a marvellous weekend in the sun at Sea Bangor, Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 June. Bangor’s popular…
Open House Festival Bangor is celebrating its 10th anniversary this summer with a programme of ticketed events at Bangor Castle Walled Garden…
Bangor Seafront will be a hive of activity when the Sea Bangor Festival returns on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 June.
Organised by Ards…
NI’s award-winning collection of luxury hotels and restaurants becomes first hospitality group on the island of Ireland to achieve official…
Reimagine the wonder of wetlands and nature through the eyes of the UK’s best loved illustrator – Quentin Blake at WWT Castle Espie…
Data from the Civil Aviation Authority has revealed Belfast City Airport as Northern Ireland’s most punctual airport for 2022.
The…
Ards and North Down’s annual tourism events are a highlight in the calendar, which attract audiences of up to 30,000. Officers have been…
Flights to Jersey have taken off from Belfast City Airport with Aer Lingus Regional, providing a convenient connection between Northern Ireland…
Flights to Newcastle will operate daily whilst the new Isle of Man route will operate four times per week, increasing to six weekly for the peak…
Lufthansa’s new service to Frankfurt has taken off from Belfast City Airport, marking the first time the German flag carrier has operated…
Celebrate the King's Coronation with Afternoon Tea at The Old Inn, Crawfordsburn. Watch the Coronation on the big screen and indulge in the…
In 2016, three trained local historians in Donaghadee came together to lend their expert wealth of knowledge on the area and have…
The first Aer Lingus Regional service to popular UK holiday destination, Newquay Cornwall has taken off from George Best Belfast City Airport today…
Dolphins kindly answered the call to help Portico Arts and Heritage Centre promote its programme to a wider audience this week. A pair of wine…
Ards and North Down Borough Council has announced an exciting range of Tourism Experiences for 2023. From guided walking tours to unique…
EasyJet has announced it will commence services from Belfast City Airport to London Luton and Manchester this summer.
Flights to both destinations…
Celebrations have taken place to mark the 40th anniversary of Loganair’s first flight from Belfast City Airport.
As the first airline to…
Distillers Rest Cafe:
Easter Opening Hours:
Monday 3rd & Tuesday 4th: Closed
Wednesday 5th: 11am-4pm
Thursday 6th: 11am-4pm
Good Friday:…
21/03/23 - Northern Ireland’s newest boutique hotel, The Old Inn, Crawfordsburn, part of Galgorm Collection, has achieved AA 4-Star Silver…
Inspired by the Our Place in Space sculpture trail, Ultimate Strongman competitor Dale Winters prepares for 4 Nations Championships in…
Book great value offers now, plus a chance to win £300 off your stay!
Ards and North Down Borough Council Tourism Service has launched their…
Special promotions are available for shoppers in the Borough after Ards and North Down Borough Council launched a new ‘Let’s Keep it…
Northern Ireland World has recognised both Donaghadee at number 5 and Greyabbey at number 7, County Down in the top 9 rural towns that have…
The Echlinville Distillery Tour and Tipple offers offer a unique insight into the workings of their family run farm distillery.
Their…
To say thank you for the £30m raised for good causes every week by players, National Lottery-funded venues are offering free entry, discounts,…
Europe’s largest airport lounge provider, Aspire, has announced a major refurbishment of the lounge at Belfast City Airport with a total…
Local food and drinks producers have been recognised at the second annual TASTE AND Food and Drink Hero Awards, hosted by Ards and North Down…
The Echlinville Distillery (Northern Ireland) has won thirteen accolades at this year’s World Whiskies Awards.
The County Down based…
Tracey's Farmhouse Kitchen in Killinchy was recently awarded accreditation in sustainability through the World Tourism Organisation…
All domestic regional points vacated by Flybe at Belfast City Airport will now be reestablished by Aer Lingus Regional
Belfast, 2nd February,…
Dearbhla and Finghin Collins take sibling rivalry to the next level when they share the spotlight in a special afternoon recital on Sunday 19…
The Culloden Estate & Spa has announced the completion of a £250,000 investment programme of its spa facilities and is also celebrating…
Congratulation goes to the fabulous Fontana restaurant for being listed in the prestigious Michelin Guide!
The Holywood restaurant is amongst 24…
Parliamentary Under-Secretary for the Department of International Trade, Andrew Bowie, today visited the City of Bangor to congratulate Bangor Marine…
Ards and North Down Borough Council will be receiving £40 million funding for its Bangor Waterfront Development as part of the Belfast Region…
WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre in Comber Co Down will welcome back visitors from Monday 23rd Jan 2023 following a temporary closure due to a…
Best known to Irish audiences as a one time writer and folk music columnist for both Hot Press and the Evening Herald, Sarah McQuaid has…
Further works have been completed at Nugent’s Wood in Portaferry with the resurfacing of the walking trail path to help cater for a tenfold…
Journalist Ed Finn hits the road to explore the exceptional food experiences on offer in Northern Ireland.
In part 1, Ed tries out paddleboarding…
Germany’s flag carrier airline, Lufthansa, has announced it will commence operations at Belfast City Airport.
The airline, which is one of…
With the countdown to Christmas underway, Translink is encouraging more people to get on board and choose bus or rail for shopping, socialising and…
The Princess Royal officially conferred city status on Bangor today in a ceremony at Bangor Castle attended by local business leaders, community…
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National Geographic recently published an…
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It's great to see Belfast…
This historic lodge on the 2,000-acre Clandeboye Estate, three miles southwest of Bangor, has evolved over time to become a 43-room contemporary…
Copyright - BelfastLive.co.uk, Bangor spot named 'Best Restaurant in Northern Ireland' at top Asian food awards, by Sophie McLaughlin
A…
Newtownards’ annual Christmas Lights Switch-On event takes place in Conway Square this Saturday together with a host of festive activities…
National Trust property, Mount Stewart have launched their Christmas programme, a series of seasonal events ranging from festive gift ware to wreath…
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey, The Spirit of Belfast, has picked up the coveted Whiskey of the Year title at the Irish Whiskey Awards with its…
The city of Bangor will light up for Christmas this Saturday 19 November with the first in a series of Christmas lights switch-on events in Ards and…
Ards and North Down Borough Council’s Arts and Heritage Service is delighted to present some delightful Christmas events sure to get everyone…
Luxurious Georgian Mansion, Quirky Townhouse, Historic Inn, Elegant Townhouse and 15th Century Castle join Ireland’s Blue Book for 2023…
Aer Lingus Regional, exclusively operated by Emerald Airlines, has announced two new routes from Belfast City Airport to Newquay and Jersey…
Copyright - 'Bokhara Bangor: Co Down Indian wins NI Restaurant of the Year at National Curry Awards' By Nadia Breen, belfastlive.co.uk
A…
Ards and North Down Borough Council has been allocated a portion of the €4.3m made available through the Shared Island Local Authority…
Donaghadee and Comber have again been recognised among Northern Ireland’s top horticultural talent at this year’s Translink Ulster in…
The Echlinville Distillery (Kircubbin, Co. Down) has launched its enhanced visitor offering with the addition of new walking trails and café…
As the nights draw in and the heating bills rise, worrying about money is becoming a real issue for many. The Portico of Ards in Portaferry is…
Historic Crawfordsburn hotel acquired by Galgorm Collection last year confirms 1 December opening date for new luxury outdoor spa offering…
On 15th October at Mount Stewart we will be celebrating the burying of the '100 Book’ in a capsule on the grounds. The book contains…
Events Update Following the Passing of the Sovereign Queen Elizabeth II
Following the sad news of the death of the sovereign Queen Elizabeth II,…
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Celebrate European Heritage Open Day and the 400th anniversary of the building of Kirkistown Castle with a fun family-friendly day at…
An exciting fortnight of activity starts this Saturday 10 September with Taste Autumn in Ards and North Down, giving you the chance to savour some of…
*EVENT POSTPONED*
On Saturday 10th of September Beyond Skin’s 100 Project Festival will be hosted at Mount Stewart. Running from 10am-4pm…
Copyright - '50 of the UK’s best seaside restaurants, from oysters on the Yorkshire coast to mussels on a Cornwall beach' by Emily…
My first trip in the early seventies, to Portaferry with my family, was a disaster. I was sick from one end of the ferry to the other. Starboard to…