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Newtownards
Address
203A Scrabo Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4SJTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
Tower
At the top of Scrabo Hill, overlooking Strangford Lough and the whole of North Down, is Scrabo Tower. The tower, which was built in 1857, is one of Northern Ireland’s best known landmarks and the views from the top are spectacular.
Price
FreeFacilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Killinchy
Address
Sketrick Island, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6QHTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
Castle / Fort
Sketrick Castle is located on Sketrick Island which is reached by a causeway on the west coast of Strangford Lough. This large tower house was built in the mid 15th century and was actively involved in warfare during the 16th century.
Price
FreeGroomsport
Address
The Harbour, Main Street, Groomsport, County Down, BT19 6JRTelephone
+44 (0)28 9109 3038Type
Type:
Visitor Centres & Museums
Take a step back in time with a visit to the lovingly restored Cockle Row Cottages located beside the harbour, Groomsport.
Dates
- From:
- 4 June 2026to13 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Newtownards
Address
Court Street, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 7NYTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
Abbey / Priory
At the south east edge of Newtownards these substantial remains of a Dominican (Black) Friary founded in 1244 may be viewed. They are the only ones of their type in Northern Ireland.
Price
FreeNewtownards
Address
63 Cloughey Road, Nunsbridge, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 1NHTelephone
+44 (0) 28 4277 1542Type
Type:
Craft Workshops and Courses
Welig Heritage Crafts produce traditional willow basketry, bespoke baskets and sculptural pieces; gardenware, living willow installations and rustic furniture. we also undertake other traditional countryside skills like chair seating and drystone.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Newtownards
Address
High Street, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 7HZTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
Type:
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
At the east of High Street in Newtownards the Market Cross was built in 1636 but was destroyed by Commonwealth troops in 1653.
Price
FreeFacilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Comber
Address
Comber Square, Comber, County Down, BT23 5DXTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
Type:
Historial figure
Situated in The Square in Comber, it was erected in 1845 to commemorate the bravery of Major General Robert 'Rollo' Gillespie born in the town in 1766.
Price
FreeFacilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Bangor
Address
105-107 High Street, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5BDTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9147 3508Price
FreeType
Type:
Art Gallery
Destination spot for Terry Bradley collectors and art enthusiasts from across the globe. Whether you are passing through or spending the day on the beautiful Peninsula, be sure to pop in and experience all that Bradley Art has to offer.
Price
FreeFacilities
Provider Preferences
- Dogs accepted by arrangement
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Wifi
Newtownards
Address
Town Hall Arts Centre, Conway Square, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4NPTelephone
028 9181 0803Type
Type:
Arts Centre
Located in Newtownards’ beautifully restored Georgian Town Hall in the centre of town, the Ards Arts Centres a welcoming space which supports a wide range of community arts activities alongside our own initiatives.
Holywood
Address
High Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9ABTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0069Price
FreeType
Type:
Churches & Sacred Sites
Holywood Priory is an intersting and historic site close to the bustling town of Holywood.
Price
FreeCloughey
Address
Ardminnan Road, Cloughey, County Down, BT22 1QJTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
Type:
Churches & Sacred Sites
Within it are the ruins of a medieval church which is believed to be the Church of Ardmacossce or Ardmacaisse, mentioned in the Taxation of Pope Nicholas, 1306, along with an unusual cross-carved boulder.
Price
FreeHolywood
Address
High Street/Shore Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9ABTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0069Price
FreeType
Type:
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
Holywood's most well known feature is the town's Maypole, the only surviving in Ireland. Early maps show a Maypole has stood on the site since the 1620s and today is still the focus of the May Day Celebrations and Fair in the town.
Price
FreeNewtownards
Address
Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2ADTelephone
+44 (0) 28 4278 8387Gradings
- Four Star Quality Assurance
Type
Type:
The National Trust
Mount Stewart is a stunning estate in the beautiful scenic area of Strangford Lough. The Formal Gardens are ranked as one of the top ten in the world and the within the house there are collections of national and international significance.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Dogs Welcome Inside
Facilities
Catering
- Licensed
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Facilities
Catering
- Restaurant on Premises
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Wifi
- Wi-fi available
Comber
Address
Mahee Island, Ringneill Road, Comber, County Down, BT23 6EPTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
Churches & Sacred Sites
Nendrum is thought to have been set up by St Machaoi in the 5th Century and also has links to St Patrick in later sources. The monastery consists of 3 round dry stone walled enclosures, one within the other.
Price
FreeFacilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Newtownards
Address
90 Bowtown Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 8SLTelephone
+447816 576102Price
FreeType
Type:
Art Gallery
The gallery seeks to promote quality Irish art in a relaxed atmosphere and displays a varied range of work. With emphasis on quality and innovative work, the gallery showcases both contemporary and semi-traditional styles.
Price
FreeFacilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Cloughey
Address
Main Road, Cloughey, County Down, BT22 1JBTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
Castle / Fort
Traditionally believed to have been built by Roland Savage of Ballygalget in 1622, possibly reusing an earlier site.
Price
FreePortaferry
Address
Slanes Point, 38 Ardminnan Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1QJTelephone
+44 (0) 7763 898 074Type
Type:
Sightseeing
Slow down, connect with nature, Irish culture and local people on a guided, coastal walk or coach tour with local, specialist tour guide, Brigid Watson.
You will journey to areas off the beaten track to places which most tourists never see and…Bangor
Address
75 Main Street, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5AFTelephone
+44(0)28 9146 0595Type
Type:
Craft Workshops and Courses
Seacourt is a friendly open-access print workshop based in the seaside town of Bangor, Northern Ireland
Millisle
Address
218A Abbey Road, Millisle, County Down, BT22 2DHTelephone
+44 (0)7926 121 282Price
Price from: £60.00 to £90.00 Per TicketType
Type:
Craft Workshops and Courses
Every experience with Redsmith’s Forge results in at least two pieces of jewellery for you to take home and treasure. Our range of workshops are suitable for both beginners and creatives.
Price
Price from: £60.00 to £90.00 Per TicketFacilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Ardkeen
Address
Kiri Cottage, 6 Loughdoo Road, Ardkeen, County Down, BT22 1HJTelephone
+44 (0)7968 342 928Type
Type:
Craft Workshops and Courses
Spinner, dyeing and knitting expert Christine Casey will help you find pleasure in the possibilities of wool. She empowers people with the knowledge, and hands on skills to go home and make. People with all level of skill can benefit from a trip to…
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