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  1. Photo of Market Cross in the heart of Newtownards town
    Close up sepia coloured photo of the gargoyle features on Market Cross
    Photo of Market Cross in the heart of Newtownards town
    Close up sepia coloured photo of the gargoyle features on Market Cross

    Newtownards

    Address

    High Street, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 7HZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9182 6846

    Price

    Free

    Type

    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

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  2. Photo of the Rollo Gillespie Monument standing tall in the centre of Comber Square
    Photo of the Comber Andrews-Titanic Trail information board that sits in Comber Square
    Photo of a more close up view of the Rollo Gillespie monument
    Photo of the Rollo Gillespie Monument standing tall in the centre of Comber Square
    Photo of the Comber Andrews-Titanic Trail information board that sits in Comber Square
    Photo of a more close up view of the Rollo Gillespie monument

    Comber

    Address

    Comber Square, Comber, County Down, BT23 5DX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9182 6846

    Price

    Free

    Type

    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. A list of his battles can be found on the sides of the pillar.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  3. Couple walks outside the Echlinville Distillery in the sunshine
    Photo of The Echlinville Distillery sign on exterior of building
    Tour group learns about Echlinville's field-to-glass distillery
    Women on tour admire Echlinville's beautiful copper stills
    A tasting underway on the Echlinville distillery tour
    Photo of the Echlinville whiskey barrels in storage
    Photo of whiskey in glass set amongst a a mound of barley
    Couple walks outside the Echlinville Distillery in the sunshine
    Photo of The Echlinville Distillery sign on exterior of building
    Tour group learns about Echlinville's field-to-glass distillery
    Women on tour admire Echlinville's beautiful copper stills
    A tasting underway on the Echlinville distillery tour
    Photo of the Echlinville whiskey barrels in storage
    Photo of whiskey in glass set amongst a a mound of barley

    Kircubbin

    Address

    62 Gransha Road, Kircubbin, County Down, BT22 1AJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4273 8597

    Price

    Price from: £23.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Distillery

    Discover how Echlinville Distillery captures the flavour, colour and mouthfeel of their spirits, before settling down to relax and enjoy them in the bar.

    Price

    Price from: £23.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  4. Image of the NIEA signpost entitled Scrabo County Park, caring for the environment with Scrabo Tower in background
    Drone photo of Scrabo Tower sitting majestically on it's hill overlooking countryside
    Image of the NIEA signpost entitled Scrabo County Park, caring for the environment with Scrabo Tower in background
    Drone photo of Scrabo Tower sitting majestically on it's hill overlooking countryside

    Newtownards

    Address

    203A Scrabo Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4SJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9181 1491

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Country / Royal Park

    This charming park is situated around the upper slopes and top of Scrabo Hill, near the area of Newtownards. When visitors come and explore, they will be able to view the panoramic sights of Strangford Lough as well as the surrounding countryside.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
  5. Photo of the external building entrance

    Newtownards

    Address

    Blair Mayne Road South, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9182 1000

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre / Cinema

    IMC cinema in Newtownards.

  6. coppersmithing copper jewellery workshop

    Millisle

    Address

    218A Abbey Road, Millisle, County Down, BT22 2DH

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7926 121 282

    Price

    Price from: £60.00 to £90.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    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 Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. 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
  8. Address

    Various Locations, County Antrim, BT54 6NA

    Type

    Type:

    Water Sports

    Active Adventures NI offer multiple activity options including Kayak sessions/lessons/courses/tours, SUP sessions/lessons/courses/tours, Surfing experiences/camps/lessons and of course our renowned Coasteering Experiences. We can create a bespoke…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. Stand up Paddleboarders in Donaghadee Harbour
    SUNSET SUP, ULTIMATE SUP NI
    Stand up Paddleboarders in Donaghadee Harbour
    Group SUP Lessons in Millisle
    SUP Summer Scheme, Ultimate SUP NI Northern Ireland
    Stand up Paddleboarders in Donaghadee Harbour
    SUNSET SUP, ULTIMATE SUP NI
    Stand up Paddleboarders in Donaghadee Harbour
    Group SUP Lessons in Millisle
    SUP Summer Scheme, Ultimate SUP NI Northern Ireland

    Donaghadee

    Address

    114 Killaughey Road, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0BE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7717 777 995

    Type

    Type:

    Canoeing

    Ultimate SUP NI provides efoiling lessons and experiences along side its very popular Paddle Boarding (SUP) school.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  10. Paddle Boarding
    E Foiling
    Hill Walking Skills Course
    Sea Kayaking
    Sea Kayaking Tours
    Electric Bike Tours
    Paddle Boarding
    E Foiling
    Hill Walking Skills Course
    Sea Kayaking
    Sea Kayaking Tours
    Electric Bike Tours

    Killinchy

    Address

    40 Whiterock Road, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6PT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7909 721 898

    Type

    Type:

    Activity Centre

    Strangford Lough Activity Centre offer a variety of land and water activities throughout Northern Ireland. Whatever your adventure, we’ll help you realise it. We are run by a team of qualified experienced instructors & guides.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  11. Christine using the spinning wheel outside of the Kiri Cottage Crafts workshop
    Christine using the spinning wheel outside of the Kiri Cottage Crafts workshop
    Christine using the spinning wheel outside of the Kiri Cottage Crafts workshop
    Christine using the spinning wheel outside of the Kiri Cottage Crafts workshop

    Ardkeen

    Address

    Kiri Cottage, 6 Loughdoo Road, Ardkeen, County Down, BT22 1HJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7968 342 928

    Type

    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…

  12. Statue and bowls with incense
    Spa relaxation beds
    Seated area with cushions
    Lady in water with bubbles
    Entrance and reception area
    Blue mosaic tiled area
    Statue and bowls with incense
    Spa relaxation beds
    Seated area with cushions
    Lady in water with bubbles
    Entrance and reception area
    Blue mosaic tiled area

    Newtownards

    Address

    48a Ballybunden Road, Killinchy, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 6RF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9754 3000

    Type

    Type:

    Spa and Well-being

    Pure Day Spa is situated in the naturally tranquil countryside of Killinchy, Co. Down. As you step inside you will be enveloped in a calming atmosphere which will make your stress float away, your spirit free, and your body relaxed.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Strangford Lough Boat Trips
    Woman and child on boat
    Children smiling on boat
    Boat Tours Northern Ireland
    Boat Trips NI
    Boat Tours Strangford Lough
    Portaferry Boat Trips
    Sunset Cruise
    Boat Charter Northern Ireland
    Men on boat pointing
    Strangford Lough Boat Trips
    Woman and child on boat
    Children smiling on boat
    Boat Tours Northern Ireland
    Boat Trips NI
    Boat Tours Strangford Lough
    Portaferry Boat Trips
    Sunset Cruise
    Boat Charter Northern Ireland
    Men on boat pointing

    Killinchy

    Address

    Sketrick Island, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6QH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7938 517 009

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Tours

    Strangford Lough Boat Tours offer trips, experiences and even a waterborne taxi service on the beautiful, protected waters of this incredible sea lough. Available for all people of all ages as well as to film crews and photographers,…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Mar 2025to31 Oct 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. 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)
  15. image of a young boy and a man in canoe out on the water

    Killinchy

    Address

    Mobile Team Adventure, Whiterock, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6QB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9064 6695

    Type

    Type:

    Canoeing & Kayaking

    Taking out a kayak is beautiful way to explore Strangford Lough. Down at water level, you are in tune with the tides, time of day and weather conditions. Gliding softly brings you closer to the lough’s wildlife, including seal pups and wild geese.

  16. Woman cuts her piece of silver to size to make her own ring with NI Silver
    Filing down a piece of silver for her jewellery
    Ruth leads the jewellery making sessions with helpful and friendly instruction
    Ruth of NI Silver talks through the process of making your own silver jewellery
    Guests get involved with each stage during an NI Silver workshop
    Women admire the jewellery they've made during the workshop with NI Silver
    NI Silver is based amongst the Holywood hills overlooking Belfast Lough
    Woman cuts her piece of silver to size to make her own ring with NI Silver
    Filing down a piece of silver for her jewellery
    Ruth leads the jewellery making sessions with helpful and friendly instruction
    Ruth of NI Silver talks through the process of making your own silver jewellery
    Guests get involved with each stage during an NI Silver workshop
    Women admire the jewellery they've made during the workshop with NI Silver
    NI Silver is based amongst the Holywood hills overlooking Belfast Lough

    Holywood

    Address

    Holywood, County Down

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7879 698 286

    Price

    Price from: £90.00 Activity

    Type

    Type:

    Craft Workshops and Courses

    Based in Holywood, County Down, NI Silver welcomes you to connect with a centuries-old tradition, through which you'll learn a new skill whilst creating your own unique piece of jewellery.

    Price

    Price from: £90.00 Activity
  17. The Portico of Ards, exterior
    The Portico of Ards, exterior
    A lady enjoying an event at The Portico of Ards
    The Portico of Ards, inside venue
    The Portico of Ards front exterior
    The Portico of Ards at night
    The Portico of Ards, exterior
    The Portico of Ards, exterior
    A lady enjoying an event at The Portico of Ards
    The Portico of Ards, inside venue
    The Portico of Ards front exterior
    The Portico of Ards at night

    Portaferry

    Address

    Steel Dickson Avenue, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1LE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 42728808

    Type

    Type:

    Arts Centre

    Built in 1841, this beautiful Greek-style church hosts concerts and houses heritage displays. Guided tours include the organ loft and a chance to play on the spectacular restored pipe organ. To book a tour or see what's on visit porticoards.com

  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 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
  20. 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
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