Downloadable Guides
Download our guides now or collect a copy from one of our local Visitor Information Centres:
A map of the perfect picnic stops in AND
Step out AND Explore the local area with the perfect picnic stop
Spring/Summer Experiences and Events Visitor Guide 2018/19
March 18 - August 18: A guide to events and things to see and do, to experience, within the Ards and North Down Borough this autumn/winter season. This Guide is available to download and as a hard copy.
Autumn/Winter Events and Exhibitions Guide 2017/2018 - Available for download only
Sept 17 - Feb 18: Download only - A programme of upcoming events and exhibitions in Ards and North Down
Accommodation Guide 2018
Arrive AND Revive in Ards and North Down! A handy reference to all accommodation in the Borough
2018 Walks and Tours Booklet
This year's programme - a unique series of guided bus, boat and walking tours
2018 Cockle Row AND Portaferry Guide
This year's family fun programme for Cockle Row AND Portaferry
The Ards Peninsula Way
Be inspired to visit this beautiful region, with jewels waiting to be discovered and explored by independent travellers and group operators.
2017 Ards Crafts Events Programme
Explore the fantastic array of Arts and Crafts in the Borough
Heritage Guide January-April 2018
A guide to the host of heritage exhibitions and events taking place over the Summer months
Arts Guide January-April 2018
Enjoy the arts with our new programme of events, creative classes, exhibitions, arts experiences for children plus all the latest funding opportunities and community news.
Cafes and Daytime Sit-in Eateries in AND
Your guide to cafes and daytime sit-in eateries in Ards and North Down
Bangor Walk and Cultural Trail
Ulster-Scots Heritage in Ards and North Down
The Borough is seeped in history - take a glimpse into the past with this handy brochure
Ulster-Scots: the ‘heart language’ of Ards and North Down
Thanks to our close proximity to Scotland, just 18 miles across the North Channel, Ards and North Down has a very strong Scottish influence.
Fishing Heritage of Portavogie, Ardglass, Kilkeel
View information on the fishing heritage of County Down.
Bangor Christian Heritage Projects
Bangor Christian Heritage projects 2015, in conjunction with the Heritage Lottery Fund
Christian Heritage Trail Information Booklet
Follow in the footsteps of Bangor's Ancient Saints
Christian Heritage Trail Guide
Explore interesting Christian heritage sites in Ards and North Down
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