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  1. Photo of Golf Club front
    Welcome sign
    Photo of Golf Club front
    Welcome sign

    Donaghadee

    Address

    84 Warren Road, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0PQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9188 3624

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    Founded in 1899, this part-seaside and part open parkland course has several lurking water hazards to catch the unthinking shot. The eighteenth is an intimidating finishing hole with out of bounds on both left and right.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  2. Portaferry Castle, view from the road

    Portaferry

    Address

    Castle Street, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1NY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Castle / Fort

    Portaferry Castle is a 16th Century tower-house, built by the Savage family. It is located on the slope overlooking Portaferry harbour.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  3. Photo of Formula 1 race car
    Photo of two competing go kart race drivers
    Group of men
    Group of children with medals and trophies after a successful football match
    Trophies
    A group of men
    A laser quest participant in action
    A group of children posing for a photo ready to play laser quest
    A man using the Race-2-Drive game
    Photo of Formula 1 race car
    Photo of two competing go kart race drivers
    Group of men
    Group of children with medals and trophies after a successful football match
    Trophies
    A group of men
    A laser quest participant in action
    A group of children posing for a photo ready to play laser quest
    A man using the Race-2-Drive game

    Bangor

    Address

    41 Balloo Road, Bangor, County Down, BT19 7PG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9145 1457

    Type

    Type:

    Motor Sports and Karting

    Race around an indoor karting track designed by Formula One superstar Eddie Irvine. Enjoy the adrenaline rush as you make your way around the track racing your friends.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  4. Killinchy

    Address

    52A Ballymorran Road, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6UD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7749 011 283

    Type

    Type:

    Food Tour

    A wellness experience and combines two experiences in one.

  5. Photo of Bangor Boat logo, a sketch of the boar with the words With your support since 1936 bangorboat.com

    Bangor

    Address

    Bangor Marina, Quay Street, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5ED

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7510 006 000

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Tours

    Fishing trips and cruises around Bangor Bay and Belfast Lough from Pickie Family Fun Park (Bangor seafront). 30 mins.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. The National Trust sign for Orlock Point
    Rock tunnel at Orlock Point
    The National Trust sign for Orlock Point
    Rock tunnel at Orlock Point

    Address

    County Down

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Rocky coastal path with some steep steps.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  7. A print
    A print press on the workshop floor
    Artwork drawers
    The workshop floor
    An artist, creating
    Print press wheel
    Artwork
    Letterpress printer on workshop floor
    A print
    A print press on the workshop floor
    Artwork drawers
    The workshop floor
    An artist, creating
    Print press wheel
    Artwork
    Letterpress printer on workshop floor

    Bangor

    Address

    75 Main Street, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5AF

    Telephone

    +44(0)28 9146 0595

    Type

    Type:

    Craft Workshops and Courses

    Seacourt is a friendly open-access print workshop based in the seaside town of Bangor, Northern Ireland

  8. Harlequin Grey  Alpaca called Splodge
    Grazing alpacas
    Female Alpaca with Cria
    Alpacas in their field
    Alpacas in a field
    Alpacas by a shed
    Three male alpacas
    Alpacas grazing
    Mural of alpacas at Ashtonelle Alpacas
    Mural of flowers at Ashtonelle Alpacas
    Harlequin Grey  Alpaca called Splodge
    Grazing alpacas
    Female Alpaca with Cria
    Alpacas in their field
    Alpacas in a field
    Alpacas by a shed
    Three male alpacas
    Alpacas grazing
    Mural of alpacas at Ashtonelle Alpacas
    Mural of flowers at Ashtonelle Alpacas

    Greyabbey

    Address

    23 Ballywalter Road, Greyabbey, County Down, BT22 2RF

    Telephone

    07796692952

    Type

    Type:

    Cultural Learning Experiences

    Spend up to 45 minutes feeding the alpacas their favourite treats and learning all about them. There will be plenty of time to watch and enjoy the alpacas' company and take as many photographs as you like. You will also have time to see (and feel)…

    Dates

    From:
    1 May 2025to30 Sept 2025Various Opening Times
  9. Diver underwater following an anchor line from a boat

    Carrowdore

    Address

    138 Mountstewart Road, Carrowdore, County Down, BT22 2ES

    Telephone

    +44028 9186 1686

    Type

    Type:

    Diving & SubAqua

    DV Diving is a PADI Five Star Dive Centre, TDI Facility, RYA Training Centre and HSE recognised scuba assessment centre based at Strangford Lough, County Down, Northern Ireland.

  10. Comber Leisure Centre
    Tennis
    Racquet sports at Comber Leisure Centre
    Sauna at Comber Leisure Centre
    Comber Leisure Centre
    Gym at Comber Leisure Centre
    Children's Gymnastics at Comber Leisure Centre
    Gym at Comber Leisure Centre
    Comber Leisure Centre
    Tennis
    Racquet sports at Comber Leisure Centre
    Sauna at Comber Leisure Centre
    Comber Leisure Centre
    Gym at Comber Leisure Centre
    Children's Gymnastics at Comber Leisure Centre
    Gym at Comber Leisure Centre

    Comber

    Address

    Castle Street, Comber, County Down, BT23 5DY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9187 4350

    Type

    Type:

    Sport/Leisure Centre

    Comber has a modern well equipped gym and separate heavy weights room, book any number of fitness classes or why not take time to relax and unwind in our health suite.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11. Two people undertaking aerial trekking

    Millisle

    Address

    Ganaway Training and Activity centre,, 268 Ballywalter Road, Millisle, County Down, BT22 2LZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9186 1297

    Type

    Type:

    Activity Centre

    Ganaway is situated on a 13 acre site just outside the village of Ballywhiskin and is an excellent position to facilitate a wide range of outdoor activities.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Golfers in play on the green with Scrabo Tower in background close by

    Newtownards

    Address

    233 Scrabo Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4SL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9181 2355

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    Scrabo, set in the shadow of its famous tower, has its own unique personality and is a favourite amongst Northern Ireland golfers. The course offers magnificent views over Strangford Lough and the Mourne Mountains.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  13. A view from old espaliered apple and pear trees
    View of Old Mill House the property adjacent to the Walled Garden
    The garden is being created and restored with love
    You'll not get far on this old bike!
    We love our native Black Irish bees who not only pollinate our vegetables fruit and flowers but provide us with delicious raw Walled Garden honey
    A box full of delicious organic vegetables picked from the garden
    A view from old espaliered apple and pear trees
    View of Old Mill House the property adjacent to the Walled Garden
    The garden is being created and restored with love
    You'll not get far on this old bike!
    We love our native Black Irish bees who not only pollinate our vegetables fruit and flowers but provide us with delicious raw Walled Garden honey
    A box full of delicious organic vegetables picked from the garden

    Helen's Bay

    Address

    The Walled Garden, 47 Craigdarragh Road, Helen's Bay, County Down, BT19 1UB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7704 456 109

    Type

    Type:

    Garden

    The Walled Garden,Helen's Bay, was built in 1886 by Belfast cotton and muslin manufacturer, Thomas Workman, to supply fresh fruit and vegetables for his household in nearby, Lanyon designed, Craigdarragh House.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Laser Tag at Airtastic
    Soft Play at Airtastic
    Bowling at Airtastic
    Boy Smiling for Camera in Soft Play Frame
    Little Girl Smiling For the Camera in the Airtastic Soft Play Frame
    Airtastic Soft Play Frame
    Two Boys holding footballs in the Airtastic Soft Play Frame
    Laser Tag at Airtastic
    Soft Play at Airtastic
    Bowling at Airtastic
    Boy Smiling for Camera in Soft Play Frame
    Little Girl Smiling For the Camera in the Airtastic Soft Play Frame
    Airtastic Soft Play Frame
    Two Boys holding footballs in the Airtastic Soft Play Frame

    Bangor

    Address

    Units 3-5, South Circular Retail Park, Bangor, County Down, BT19 7AG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 174 2933

    Type

    Type:

    Indoor Play Area

    Plan your day out at Airtastic Bangor! Our newly upgraded centre features a fantastic range of activities, including our soft play area for younger children, action-packed laser tag, a modern bowling alley, and an incredible Play to Win amusements…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    From:
    20 Mar 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. Island Hill & North Strangford Nature Reserve
    Island Hill & North Strangford Nature Reserve
    Island Hill & North Strangford Nature Reserve
    Island Hill & North Strangford Nature Reserve
    Island Hill & North Strangford Nature Reserve
    Island Hill & North Strangford Nature Reserve

    Address

    County Down

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Accessible at low-tide, this walk around Rough Island provides magnificent views of Strangford Lough and is an excellent view point for bird watching.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  16. Clay pigeon shooting
    Clay pigeon shooting
    A family group gathered for the photograph
    Clay pigeon shooting
    Archery
    Archery
    Archery
    Cooking meat on the barbeque
    Clay pigeon shooting
    Clay pigeon shooting
    A family group gathered for the photograph
    Clay pigeon shooting
    Archery
    Archery
    Archery
    Cooking meat on the barbeque

    Bangor

    Address

    55 Upper Gransha Road, Bangor, County Down, BT19 7QE

    Telephone

    07872 837 056

    Type

    Type:

    Target Sports

    Field of Dreams offers a range of field sports, including clay shooting, archery, and air rifle shooting, perfect for family gatherings, corporate events, and stag and hen parties. With expert guidance, safety briefings, and all necessary gear…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. image of a young boy and a man in canoe out on the water
    image of a young boy and a man in canoe out on the water

    Belfast

    Address

    108 Old Milltown Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT8 7SP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9064 6695

    Type

    Type:

    Activity Centre

    Experience the massive range of fun activities on offer with Mobile Team Adventure which includes paddling, canoeing or kayaking. Try out one of their bespoke guided day trips on the river or sea - the choice is yours.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  18. Outside view of Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Splash Pool at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Soft Play at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Spa at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Dome at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Main Pool at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Play Park at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Outside view of Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Splash Pool at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Soft Play at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Spa at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Dome at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Main Pool at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex
    Play Park at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex

    Newtownards

    Address

    1 Dairy Hall Lane, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4DB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9181 2837

    Type

    Type:

    Sport/Leisure Centre

    Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex is a modern sports and leisure facility on the edge of Newtownards town.

  19. A photo of the winter sun shining on Kiltonga Duck pond with Scrabo Tower in the background

    Newtownards

    Address

    Belfast Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4TT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9182 6846

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    In July 2000, Kiltonga Nature Reserve became the first site in the UK to be awarded BT Millennium Miles Status. Almost 1000 metres of walkway were upgraded to enable disabled access to the reserve.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  20. Kite surfers on the water
    Kite surfers on the water
    Kite surfers on the water and one in the air
    A close up of a kite surfer on the water
    Kite surfers on the water and in the air
    A kite surfer taking off into the air from the water
    A kite surfer taking off into the air from the water
    A kite surfer taking off into the air from the water
    Kite surfers walking along the beach
    A kite surfer on the beach
    Kite surfers on the water
    Kite surfers on the water
    Kite surfers on the water and one in the air
    A close up of a kite surfer on the water
    Kite surfers on the water and in the air
    A kite surfer taking off into the air from the water
    A kite surfer taking off into the air from the water
    A kite surfer taking off into the air from the water
    Kite surfers walking along the beach
    A kite surfer on the beach

    Newtownards

    Address

    Hawthorn Hill, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 8ET

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7842 555 315

    Type

    Type:

    Kitesurfing

    IKO kitesurfing school based in North Down. Certified IKO Level 2 Instructor with over 12 years of teaching experience. Focused on delivering the highest levels of service on a personal level.
    We only use the latest and best kitesurfing equipment…

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