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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…

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…

Know Your Worth
LocationNewtownards

know Your Worth - This exhibition highlights their "Know Your Worth" project and its quilted wall…

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

A weekly market catering for all your needs.

Promotional graphic for the free event Bangor Beats and Rhythms. Large white text on a blue and green gradient background reads "Bangor Beats and Rhyt
LocationBangor

Bangor Beats and Rhythms is a vibrant family-friendly celebration of traditional music, dance and…

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.

Portavogie name on boat
LocationPortavogie

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

Tracey Johnston
LocationNewtownards

An ongoing and developing work of Tracey Johnston Ceramics at her artist residency with WWT Castle…

Promotional poster for the 73rd Ulster Pipe Band and Drum Major Championships featuring a line of pipe band performers in traditional tartan uniforms
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…

Linen printing at Linen Schoolhouse
Location129 Main Street, Carrowdore

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

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 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…

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,…

Promotional graphic for Bangor Vibes featuring bold blue text reading "Bangor Vibes" above the tagline - An unforgettable weekend of music
LocationBangor

Experience Bangor Vibes, a free weekend festival of live music, cultural performances, pipe bands,…

Avalon Guitars
LocationNewtownards

SOLD OUT | From Tree to Tone invites visitors into the world of Avalon Guitars, where wood, skill…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

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

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…

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…

A photo of the alter at St Cooey's wells
LocationPortaferry

The church at St Cooey’s Wells is thought to date from the 7th century but only the foundation…

External view of accommodation
LocationKillinchy

Now part of Holistic Retreat Centre Embrace, this 1868 barn is a cosy, peaceful haven, set in 95…

Blonde female in outdoor hot pool
LocationBangor

The Old Inn is like home away from home, with personable service and an easy-going atmosphere.…

External view of accommodation
LocationNewtownards

Family run bed and breakfast in the heart of the country yet only 5 minutes drive to Newtownards…

Modern living room with wood burning stove
LocationHolywood

White Cottage is a former railway cottage, just a stone's throw from the beach. Next to a railway…

More Highlights

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…

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…

Know Your Worth
LocationNewtownards

know Your Worth - This exhibition highlights their "Know Your Worth" project and its quilted wall…

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

A weekly market catering for all your needs.

Promotional graphic for the free event Bangor Beats and Rhythms. Large white text on a blue and green gradient background reads "Bangor Beats and Rhyt
LocationBangor

Bangor Beats and Rhythms is a vibrant family-friendly celebration of traditional music, dance and…

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.

Portavogie name on boat
LocationPortavogie

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

Tracey Johnston
LocationNewtownards

An ongoing and developing work of Tracey Johnston Ceramics at her artist residency with WWT Castle…

Promotional poster for the 73rd Ulster Pipe Band and Drum Major Championships featuring a line of pipe band performers in traditional tartan uniforms
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…

Linen printing at Linen Schoolhouse
Location129 Main Street, Carrowdore

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

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 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…

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,…

Promotional graphic for Bangor Vibes featuring bold blue text reading "Bangor Vibes" above the tagline - An unforgettable weekend of music
LocationBangor

Experience Bangor Vibes, a free weekend festival of live music, cultural performances, pipe bands,…

Avalon Guitars
LocationNewtownards

SOLD OUT | From Tree to Tone invites visitors into the world of Avalon Guitars, where wood, skill…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

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

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…

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…

A photo of the alter at St Cooey's wells
LocationPortaferry

The church at St Cooey’s Wells is thought to date from the 7th century but only the foundation…

External view of accommodation
LocationKillinchy

Now part of Holistic Retreat Centre Embrace, this 1868 barn is a cosy, peaceful haven, set in 95…

Blonde female in outdoor hot pool
LocationBangor

The Old Inn is like home away from home, with personable service and an easy-going atmosphere.…

External view of accommodation
LocationNewtownards

Family run bed and breakfast in the heart of the country yet only 5 minutes drive to Newtownards…

Modern living room with wood burning stove
LocationHolywood

White Cottage is a former railway cottage, just a stone's throw from the beach. Next to a railway…

More Highlights

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…

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…

Know Your Worth
LocationNewtownards

know Your Worth - This exhibition highlights their "Know Your Worth" project and its quilted wall…

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

A weekly market catering for all your needs.

Promotional graphic for the free event Bangor Beats and Rhythms. Large white text on a blue and green gradient background reads "Bangor Beats and Rhyt
LocationBangor

Bangor Beats and Rhythms is a vibrant family-friendly celebration of traditional music, dance and…

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.

Portavogie name on boat
LocationPortavogie

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

Tracey Johnston
LocationNewtownards

An ongoing and developing work of Tracey Johnston Ceramics at her artist residency with WWT Castle…

Promotional poster for the 73rd Ulster Pipe Band and Drum Major Championships featuring a line of pipe band performers in traditional tartan uniforms
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…

Linen printing at Linen Schoolhouse
Location129 Main Street, Carrowdore

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

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 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…

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,…

Promotional graphic for Bangor Vibes featuring bold blue text reading "Bangor Vibes" above the tagline - An unforgettable weekend of music
LocationBangor

Experience Bangor Vibes, a free weekend festival of live music, cultural performances, pipe bands,…

Avalon Guitars
LocationNewtownards

SOLD OUT | From Tree to Tone invites visitors into the world of Avalon Guitars, where wood, skill…

Bangor Market signage
LocationBangor

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

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…

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…

A photo of the alter at St Cooey's wells
LocationPortaferry

The church at St Cooey’s Wells is thought to date from the 7th century but only the foundation…

External view of accommodation
LocationKillinchy

Now part of Holistic Retreat Centre Embrace, this 1868 barn is a cosy, peaceful haven, set in 95…

Blonde female in outdoor hot pool
LocationBangor

The Old Inn is like home away from home, with personable service and an easy-going atmosphere.…

External view of accommodation
LocationNewtownards

Family run bed and breakfast in the heart of the country yet only 5 minutes drive to Newtownards…

Modern living room with wood burning stove
LocationHolywood

White Cottage is a former railway cottage, just a stone's throw from the beach. Next to a railway…

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