Shorelife Celebration

Saturday 4 October 2025

Mount Stewart, Newtownards and WWT Castle Espie, Comber

Events celebrating the stunning nature and wildlife inhabiting the local shoreline and official Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Strangford Lough, with free entry to explore both locations, fascinating talks, and fun activities for all ages and everyone who loves nature.

For a taste of what to expect... in 2024 visitors enjoyed FREE ENTRY for all (both members and non-members) to explore both stunning locations.

Lots of extra entertainment, kids’ crafts, and activities for families and nature lovers alike!

PLUS Live music and local food and drink available throughout the day.

Shorelife Celebration is brought to you by Ards and North Down Borough Council in partnership with WWT Castle Espie and National Trust - Mount Stewart

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Sustainability
Ards and North Down Borough Council is committed to reducing our carbon footprint. We encourage visitors to travel via public transport, there are fresh water stations on site bring along refillable water bottles, reusable bags to pick up goodies at the event and please dispose rubbish in the correct bins when on-site.

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Please note

- This event is a no drone zone. Only official event drones authorised by the event organisers are permitted

- This event is being photographed/filmed. Images may be used in Ards and North Down Borough Council promotional material. If you do not want your image to be used, please inform our event staff

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Shorelife Celebration at Mount Stewart

Shorelife Celebration returns for a second year of events in Castle Espie and Mount Stewart on Saturday 4 of October. Enjoy FREE ENTRY to explore both stunning locations. Lots of extra entertainment, kids’ crafts, and activities for families and nature lovers alike!
Shorelife Celebration at WWT Castle Espie

Shorelife Celebration returns for a second year of events in Castle Espie and Mount Stewart on Saturday 4 of October. Enjoy FREE ENTRY to explore both stunning locations. Lots of extra entertainment, kids’ crafts, and activities for families and nature lovers alike!

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Plan Your Trip

Ours is a place to escape to, slow down and feed your spirit Ards and North Down is defined by lush fertile fields and sweeping loughs, even the furthest reaches are within an hour of Belfast. Savour our award-winning local food and drink, be inspired by creative makers, artists and musicians and immerse yourself in our rich heritage.
Accommodation

Relax in the beauty of this place with accommodation ranging from distinctive self-catering options, cosy guest houses, glamping and caravanning/camping and a range of three, four and five-star hotel and spa facilities.
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Enjoy fresh produce from our tides and our turf, used to create delicious meals sure to tantalise your tastebuds, showcased by our local chefs.
Things to do

Ours is a promise of adventure, from the nooks in the woods to award-winning beaches and country parks, we’re home to some of Northern Ireland’s top attractions. Plan your visit and make unforgettable memories with family and friends.
Sustainable Tourism

The need to be green and sustainable to protect the planet is increasing, across in our personal lives and for businesses. Tourism is no exception with many of our attractions, activity and accommodation providers taking steps to protect the environment and be more sustainable.