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Newtownards
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.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Newtownards
Address
Mount Stewart, Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2ADTelephone
02842787769Price
FreeType
Type:
Nature and Wildlife
The Lookout is a wildlife interpretative centre, showcasing the wildlife around the Strangford Lough area. Telescopes and remotely controlled camers allow close up views of basking seals and breeding seabird colonies.
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Free -
Cloughey
Address
142 Main Road, Cloughey, County Down, BT22 1JATelephone
+44 (0) 28 4277 1233Type
Type:
Links Golf Course
Kirkistown Castle Golf Club is situated in the sleepy little village of Cloughey on the eastern seaboard of the Ards Peninsula in County Down, N.Ireland. It is the nearest links golf course to the city of Belfast (about 45 minutes by road)
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Catering
- Restaurant on site
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Portaferry
Address
200a Shore Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1LATelephone
+44 (0) 28 4272 8297Type
Type:
Diving & SubAqua
Marine Surveys, diving, sight seeing trips, fishing trips. All year for some activities and June –October fishing
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Bangor
Address
Station Road, Bangor, County Down, BT19 1EZTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0368Type
Type:
Parkland Golf Course
There has been a course at Carnalea for over 100 years. Indeed Carnalea became Ireland’s first municipal golf club in 1927. Its beautiful seaside setting has superb views over Belfast Lough and the Antrim hills beyond. Long on history and ...
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Catering
- Restaurant on site
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Holywood
Address
Holywood, County DownTelephone
+44 (0)7879 698 286Price
Price from: £90.00 ActivityType
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.
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Price from: £90.00 Activity -
Address
Extends from Holywood to Orlock near Donaghadee, County DownTelephone
028 9127 0069Type
Type:
Walking & Hiking
This relatively flat scenic coastline known as the North Down Coastal Path extends from Holywood in the west to Orlock in the east. The path passes through coastline and parkland. Historic relics and flora and fauna are found in abundance, including…
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
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Belfast
Address
108 Old Milltown Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT8 7SPTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9064 6695Type
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.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Carrowdore
Address
138 Mountstewart Road, Carrowdore, County Down, BT22 2ESTelephone
+44028 9186 1686Type
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.
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Millisle
Address
Ganaway Training and Activity centre,, 268 Ballywalter Road, Millisle, County Down, BT22 2LZTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9186 1297Type
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.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Newtownards
Address
233 Scrabo Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4SLTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9181 2355Type
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
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Catering
- Restaurant on site
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Newtownards
Address
1 Dairy Hall Lane, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4DBTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9181 2837Type
Type:
Sport/Leisure Centre
Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex is a modern sports and leisure facility on the edge of Newtownards town.
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Bangor
Address
Units 3-5, South Circular Retail Park, Bangor, County Down, BT19 7AGTelephone
+44 (0) 330 174 2933Type
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
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Killinchy
Address
40 Whiterock Road, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6PTTelephone
+44 (0) 7909 721 898Type
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.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
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Portaferry
Address
Cloughey Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1NDTelephone
+44 (0) 28 4272 8833Type
Type:
Sport/Leisure Centre
In Portaferry you'll find a comprehensive range of cardiovascular and resistance equipment including free hand weights, kettlebells, TRX bands and a punch bag as well as a range of bookable fitness activities and facilities.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Newtownards
Address
Belfast Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4TTTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
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.
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Free -
Greyabbey
Address
23 Ballywalter Road, Greyabbey, County Down, BT22 2RFTelephone
07796692952Type
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
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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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Donaghadee
Address
114 Killaughey Road, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0BETelephone
+44 (0) 7717 777 995Type
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)
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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.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Price from: £60.00 to £90.00 Per Ticket
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