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Birds eye view of Grey Abbey ruins, Greyabbey village and Grey Abbey House (Rosemount)
LocationGreyabbey

Step into the medieval world of the Cistercian monks and uncover the hidden stories of one of…

Avalon Guitars
LocationNewtownards

From Tree to Tone invites visitors into the world of Avalon Guitars, where wood, skill and sound…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

Bangor Market has been a tradition for over 100 years and the go to for local fresh produce.  …

Newtownards Priory with the text Sold OUt
LocationOff High Street, Newtownards

SOLD OUT Explore the rich and varied history of Newtownards. The tour, led by expert guide Paul…

Greyabbey House Rosemount with the text Sold Out
LocationGreyabbey

SOLD OUT | This is a rare opportunity to tour this private estate. Enjoy a guided tour of these…

Linen printing at Linen Schoolhouse
Location129 Main Street, Carrowdore

Discover the remarkable linen heritage of the Crommelin family, whose influence was instrumental in…

73rd Ulster Pipe Band and Drum Major Championships
LocationBangor

Enjoy an impressive display of sight and sound, as talented pipe bands and drum major groups come…

Cockle Row Cottages
LocationMain Street, Groomsport

Each Sunday, and some Saturdays, throughout the summer until 13 September will see activities and…

Seasonal vegetables from local produce farmers at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
LocationNewtownards

A weekly market catering for all your needs.

Ards Arts Centre
LocationHigh Street, Newtownards

Kick off New Year’s Day with an inspiring start as you step into the rich history of Newtownards,…

a photo of a woman and a dog in front of donaghadee lighthouse
LocationDonaghadee

Discover the charm and coastal heritage of Donaghadee this dog‑friendly walking tour.

image of lighthouse and pier with sunset over the water in the background.
LocationDonaghadee

Makes a great Christmas gift! This would make for something different to do on New Year's Day. 

A bottle of Copeland Gin with Donaghadee Lighthouse in the background, with an overlay of spooky themed graphics for Hallowe'en
LocationDonaghadee

Join Nicky Jones of Experience & Explore NI, on a spooky Halloween jaunt around Donaghadee for…

A photo of Donaghadee from above showing the Motte
LocationDonaghadee

Home to the only Camera Obscura on the island of Ireland. Seasonal opening 2025: Summer, May to…

Portavogie name on boat
LocationPortavogie

Part of Taste Autumn in AND | A celebration of local delicacies, located at the heart of the…

Airplane on the ground
LocationNewtownards

The Ulster Flying Club offers the opportunity to embark on an unforgettable adventure over the…

Different styles of crosses made by Brigid Watson
LocationPortaferry

Slow down, connect with nature, Irish culture and local people on a guided, coastal walk or coach…

Inside the Battletown Gallery
LocationNewtownards

The gallery seeks to promote quality Irish art in a relaxed atmosphere and displays a varied range…

a photo of a kitchen
LocationGreyabbey

1 of a group of 7 cottages that can accommodate parties of up to 34 people. Whin Cottage was…

The pits at the 1936 County Down Trophy Race. Photo taken at Abbey Street, Bangor, beside Bangor Train Station.
LocationCastle Park Avenue, Bangor

This exhibition celebrates over 100 years of the Ulster Automobile Club. This organisation was an…

Photo of the external building of Ards Visitor Information Centre
LocationNewtownards

Make us your first point of call for information on attractions, accommodation, activities and…

front entrance to the Saltwater Brig Bar and Restaurant,
LocationKircubbin

The famous Saltwater Brig pub and restaurant lies just outside Belfast, between Kircubbin and…

The green
LocationHolywood

Founded in 1881, Royal Belfast Golf Club lays claim to the title of the oldest golf course in…

Image of full ball bucket ready for use at the driving range
LocationNewtownards

18 covered floodlit bays, 10 outside bays. Also Explanar Teaching centre, resident PGA…

More Highlights

Birds eye view of Grey Abbey ruins, Greyabbey village and Grey Abbey House (Rosemount)
LocationGreyabbey

Step into the medieval world of the Cistercian monks and uncover the hidden stories of one of…

Avalon Guitars
LocationNewtownards

From Tree to Tone invites visitors into the world of Avalon Guitars, where wood, skill and sound…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

Bangor Market has been a tradition for over 100 years and the go to for local fresh produce.  …

Newtownards Priory with the text Sold OUt
LocationOff High Street, Newtownards

SOLD OUT Explore the rich and varied history of Newtownards. The tour, led by expert guide Paul…

Greyabbey House Rosemount with the text Sold Out
LocationGreyabbey

SOLD OUT | This is a rare opportunity to tour this private estate. Enjoy a guided tour of these…

Linen printing at Linen Schoolhouse
Location129 Main Street, Carrowdore

Discover the remarkable linen heritage of the Crommelin family, whose influence was instrumental in…

73rd Ulster Pipe Band and Drum Major Championships
LocationBangor

Enjoy an impressive display of sight and sound, as talented pipe bands and drum major groups come…

Cockle Row Cottages
LocationMain Street, Groomsport

Each Sunday, and some Saturdays, throughout the summer until 13 September will see activities and…

Seasonal vegetables from local produce farmers at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
LocationNewtownards

A weekly market catering for all your needs.

Ards Arts Centre
LocationHigh Street, Newtownards

Kick off New Year’s Day with an inspiring start as you step into the rich history of Newtownards,…

a photo of a woman and a dog in front of donaghadee lighthouse
LocationDonaghadee

Discover the charm and coastal heritage of Donaghadee this dog‑friendly walking tour.

image of lighthouse and pier with sunset over the water in the background.
LocationDonaghadee

Makes a great Christmas gift! This would make for something different to do on New Year's Day. 

A bottle of Copeland Gin with Donaghadee Lighthouse in the background, with an overlay of spooky themed graphics for Hallowe'en
LocationDonaghadee

Join Nicky Jones of Experience & Explore NI, on a spooky Halloween jaunt around Donaghadee for…

A photo of Donaghadee from above showing the Motte
LocationDonaghadee

Home to the only Camera Obscura on the island of Ireland. Seasonal opening 2025: Summer, May to…

Portavogie name on boat
LocationPortavogie

Part of Taste Autumn in AND | A celebration of local delicacies, located at the heart of the…

Airplane on the ground
LocationNewtownards

The Ulster Flying Club offers the opportunity to embark on an unforgettable adventure over the…

Different styles of crosses made by Brigid Watson
LocationPortaferry

Slow down, connect with nature, Irish culture and local people on a guided, coastal walk or coach…

Inside the Battletown Gallery
LocationNewtownards

The gallery seeks to promote quality Irish art in a relaxed atmosphere and displays a varied range…

a photo of a kitchen
LocationGreyabbey

1 of a group of 7 cottages that can accommodate parties of up to 34 people. Whin Cottage was…

The pits at the 1936 County Down Trophy Race. Photo taken at Abbey Street, Bangor, beside Bangor Train Station.
LocationCastle Park Avenue, Bangor

This exhibition celebrates over 100 years of the Ulster Automobile Club. This organisation was an…

Photo of the external building of Ards Visitor Information Centre
LocationNewtownards

Make us your first point of call for information on attractions, accommodation, activities and…

front entrance to the Saltwater Brig Bar and Restaurant,
LocationKircubbin

The famous Saltwater Brig pub and restaurant lies just outside Belfast, between Kircubbin and…

The green
LocationHolywood

Founded in 1881, Royal Belfast Golf Club lays claim to the title of the oldest golf course in…

Image of full ball bucket ready for use at the driving range
LocationNewtownards

18 covered floodlit bays, 10 outside bays. Also Explanar Teaching centre, resident PGA…

More Highlights

Birds eye view of Grey Abbey ruins, Greyabbey village and Grey Abbey House (Rosemount)
LocationGreyabbey

Step into the medieval world of the Cistercian monks and uncover the hidden stories of one of…

Avalon Guitars
LocationNewtownards

From Tree to Tone invites visitors into the world of Avalon Guitars, where wood, skill and sound…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

Bangor Market has been a tradition for over 100 years and the go to for local fresh produce.  …

Newtownards Priory with the text Sold OUt
LocationOff High Street, Newtownards

SOLD OUT Explore the rich and varied history of Newtownards. The tour, led by expert guide Paul…

Greyabbey House Rosemount with the text Sold Out
LocationGreyabbey

SOLD OUT | This is a rare opportunity to tour this private estate. Enjoy a guided tour of these…

Linen printing at Linen Schoolhouse
Location129 Main Street, Carrowdore

Discover the remarkable linen heritage of the Crommelin family, whose influence was instrumental in…

73rd Ulster Pipe Band and Drum Major Championships
LocationBangor

Enjoy an impressive display of sight and sound, as talented pipe bands and drum major groups come…

Cockle Row Cottages
LocationMain Street, Groomsport

Each Sunday, and some Saturdays, throughout the summer until 13 September will see activities and…

Seasonal vegetables from local produce farmers at Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
LocationNewtownards

A weekly market catering for all your needs.

Ards Arts Centre
LocationHigh Street, Newtownards

Kick off New Year’s Day with an inspiring start as you step into the rich history of Newtownards,…

a photo of a woman and a dog in front of donaghadee lighthouse
LocationDonaghadee

Discover the charm and coastal heritage of Donaghadee this dog‑friendly walking tour.

image of lighthouse and pier with sunset over the water in the background.
LocationDonaghadee

Makes a great Christmas gift! This would make for something different to do on New Year's Day. 

A bottle of Copeland Gin with Donaghadee Lighthouse in the background, with an overlay of spooky themed graphics for Hallowe'en
LocationDonaghadee

Join Nicky Jones of Experience & Explore NI, on a spooky Halloween jaunt around Donaghadee for…

A photo of Donaghadee from above showing the Motte
LocationDonaghadee

Home to the only Camera Obscura on the island of Ireland. Seasonal opening 2025: Summer, May to…

Portavogie name on boat
LocationPortavogie

Part of Taste Autumn in AND | A celebration of local delicacies, located at the heart of the…

Airplane on the ground
LocationNewtownards

The Ulster Flying Club offers the opportunity to embark on an unforgettable adventure over the…

Different styles of crosses made by Brigid Watson
LocationPortaferry

Slow down, connect with nature, Irish culture and local people on a guided, coastal walk or coach…

Inside the Battletown Gallery
LocationNewtownards

The gallery seeks to promote quality Irish art in a relaxed atmosphere and displays a varied range…

a photo of a kitchen
LocationGreyabbey

1 of a group of 7 cottages that can accommodate parties of up to 34 people. Whin Cottage was…

The pits at the 1936 County Down Trophy Race. Photo taken at Abbey Street, Bangor, beside Bangor Train Station.
LocationCastle Park Avenue, Bangor

This exhibition celebrates over 100 years of the Ulster Automobile Club. This organisation was an…

Photo of the external building of Ards Visitor Information Centre
LocationNewtownards

Make us your first point of call for information on attractions, accommodation, activities and…

front entrance to the Saltwater Brig Bar and Restaurant,
LocationKircubbin

The famous Saltwater Brig pub and restaurant lies just outside Belfast, between Kircubbin and…

The green
LocationHolywood

Founded in 1881, Royal Belfast Golf Club lays claim to the title of the oldest golf course in…

Image of full ball bucket ready for use at the driving range
LocationNewtownards

18 covered floodlit bays, 10 outside bays. Also Explanar Teaching centre, resident PGA…

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