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  1. Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat
     Exhibition cabin
    Our shelter and exhibition cabin
    Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat
     Exhibition cabin
    Our shelter and exhibition cabin

    Donaghadee

    Address

    Marina Carpark, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0HF

    Telephone

    07805 096 958

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Visit the Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat, see the exhibition and hear her story.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Oct 2025to14 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    From:
    29 Jan 2026to1 Mar 2026

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  2. Watch animated tales for all the family, in the Ulster Folk Museum's 1900s Picture House!

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Road, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price from: £12.00 to £24.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Cinema / Film

    Watch Five Fables, animated tales for all the family, at the Ulster Folk Museum's 1900s Picture House!

    Dates

    From:
    1 Nov 2025to14 Nov 2025Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price from: £12.00 to £24.00 Per Ticket
  3. Two ladies with small torches melting down some gold in contemporary studio
    One lady hammering a ring on a ring mandrel, being supervised by a goldsmith with her googles on.  both ladies smiling and looking like they are havin
    Ruth and girl looking through sterling silver bangle, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling silver, goldsmith, commission,
    Lady hammering and texturing sterling silver, another lady photographing her working, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling
    Two ladies with small torches melting down some gold in contemporary studio
    One lady hammering a ring on a ring mandrel, being supervised by a goldsmith with her googles on.  both ladies smiling and looking like they are havin
    Ruth and girl looking through sterling silver bangle, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling silver, goldsmith, commission,
    Lady hammering and texturing sterling silver, another lady photographing her working, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling

    Holywood

    Address

    Holywood, County Down, BT180NJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7879 698 286

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    LUX Beginners Jewellery Making Workshops in our Holywood Northern Ireland working Goldsmiths studio. No experience is required for this fun and relaxing experience, so come with friends or by yourself for some quality 'me time'. Challenge…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 13:30
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    8 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 13:30
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    10 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 13:30
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    13 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 13:30
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    18 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 13:30
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    20 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 13:30
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    22 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 13:30
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    11 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 13:30
    From:
    18 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 13:30

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - Parking Free on public pavement between two drives. Please do not park outside neighbours properties or on our private drive as this needs to be kept clear at all times. Thanks
  4. Wildlife Walks at the Ulster Folk Museum

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Road, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price from: £12.00 to £35.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    Join the Centre for Environmental Data and Recording for a beginner's guide to species spotting at the Ulster Folk Museum.

    Dates

    From:
    7 Nov 2025Open 14:00 - 15:00
    From:
    5 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 15:00
    From:
    13 Feb 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00

    Price

    Price from: £12.00 to £35.00 Per Ticket
  5. Cairn Wood Tale Trails

    Newtownards

    Address

    21 Craigantlet Rd, Newtownards, Newtownards, Down, BT23 4TE

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7484 471 781

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    New 'Tale Trail' Launch at Cairn Wood Fun for the whole family – explore nature through stories, art and activities, where nature meets imagination!

    Dates

    From:
    15 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 15:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. couple in kitchen with Tracey making bread.
    Tracey standing outside the front entrance of her home holding homemade soda bread
    Tracey standing at the porch entrance of her Farmhouse Kitchen
    A group enjoying fresh baked goods and tea around the table
    An image of two gentlemen learning the art of baking
    A group of all ages poses with their homemade baked goods outside on a sunny day
    A group of four ladies pose for the photo whilst making soda bread
    A couple pose with their freshly made soda bread
    A lady and young girl pose beside their soda bread baking on the griddle
    A photo of fresh baked cake and soda bread on the table with tea cups, curled butter and jam ready for eating
    couple in kitchen with Tracey making bread.
    Tracey standing outside the front entrance of her home holding homemade soda bread
    Tracey standing at the porch entrance of her Farmhouse Kitchen
    A group enjoying fresh baked goods and tea around the table
    An image of two gentlemen learning the art of baking
    A group of all ages poses with their homemade baked goods outside on a sunny day
    A group of four ladies pose for the photo whilst making soda bread
    A couple pose with their freshly made soda bread
    A lady and young girl pose beside their soda bread baking on the griddle
    A photo of fresh baked cake and soda bread on the table with tea cups, curled butter and jam ready for eating

    Killinchy

    Address

    52A Ballymorran Road, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6UD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7711 484 850

    Price

    Price from: £60.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Join me in my Farmhouse kitchen on the shores of Strangford Lough. You will be warmly welcomed to my home where my homemade buttermilk soda bannock awaits with some local brew tea or coffee. Then - aprons on and you will make a variety of…

    Dates

    From:
    15 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30
    From:
    23 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30
    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30
    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30
    From:
    19 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30

    Price

    Price from: £60.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Off site parking
    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
    • Ramp to main entrance

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
  7. Christmas in Central Hall

    Newtownards

    Address

    Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    +442842788387

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Celebrate the season with a trip to the big House this Christmas.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2025to28 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
  8. Mount Stewart House

    Newtownards

    Address

    Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    +442842788387

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Wrap up warm and set off on a magical winter adventure at Mount Stewart this winter with our festive family trail.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. The Christmassy Show of Christmassy Christmasness!

    Newtownards

    Address

    Queen's Hall, West Street, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4EN

    Telephone

    02891810803

    Price

    Price from: £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    The Christmassy Christmas Show of Christmassy Christmasness! is a celebration of everything Christmassy, from fir trees, fairy lights, sleigh bells and snowflakes to crackers, carols, presents and puddings!

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025Open 15:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price from: £10.00 Per Ticket
  10. Ninas Notes Sensory Session

    Newtownards

    Address

    Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    +442842788387

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Join our friend Helena from Nina's Notes for sensory musical play sessions, ideal for families.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30
    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30
    From:
    21 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11. ​The Christmassy Christmas Show

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Portico of Ards, Steel Dickson Avenue, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1LE

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price from: £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    A celebration of everything Christmassy, from fir trees, fairy lights, sleigh bells and snowflakes to crackers, carols, presents and pudding.

    Join Craig as he goes on a quest to find The Twelve Sprouts of Christmas, and along the way spot some…

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2025Open 15:00 - 16:30

    Price

    Price from: £10.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Experience a magical visit with Santa in the Ulster Folk Museum

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Road,, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price from: £35.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Nestled in the Bank at the Ulster Folk Museum, a jolly fellow with rosy cheeks and a snow white beard has been spotted toasting his toes by the fire.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025Open 11:15 - 15:45
    From:
    12 Dec 2025Open 17:15 - 20:30
    From:
    13 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025Open 11:15 - 15:45
    From:
    19 Dec 2025Open 17:15 - 20:30
    From:
    20 Dec 2025to22 Dec 2025Open 11:15 - 15:45

    Price

    Price from: £35.00 Per Ticket
  13. Jingle Bell Trail animation graphic
    Jingle Bell Trail 2025
    Jingle Bell Trail animation graphic
    Jingle Bell Trail 2025

    Castle Park, Bangor

    Address

    Bangor Castle Walled Garden, Valentine Road, Castle Park, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4BN

    Telephone

    +447484471780

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Free Festive Family Event in the beautiful Walled Garden

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025to21 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 15:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Portaferry market
    Portaferry market
    Portaferry market
    Portaferry market
    Portaferry market
    Portaferry market

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Square, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1LR

    Telephone

    028 4272 9598

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    Monthly artisan food & craft market

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 13:30
  15. Christmas Movie Screenings at the Ulster Transport Museum with Strand Cinema

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Transport Museum, 153 Bangor Rd, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price from: £15.00 to £55.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    See festive movie screenings of It's a Wonderful Life and The Polar Express at the Ulster Transport Museum.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025Open 16:15 - 22:00

    Price

    Price from: £15.00 to £55.00 Per Ticket
  16. Wander the snowy, cobbled streets of the Ulster Folk Museum for a festive season filled with memories and traditions.

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Road, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price from: £13.50 to £26.90 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    This Christmas, wander the snowy, cobbled streets of the Ulster Folk Museum for a festive season filled with memories and traditions.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    13 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    20 Dec 2025to21 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    22 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price from: £13.50 to £26.90 Per Ticket
  17. Moo-sical Christmas Adventure

    Castle Park Avenue, Bangor

    Address

    North Down Museum, Bangor City Hall, Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4BT

    Telephone

    02891271200

    Price

    Price from: £5.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Step into a magical world of Christmas wonder with Moo Music.

    This enchanting session brings festive songs, fun actions, and sparkly surprises to light up your child's holiday season with joy and laughter.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 11:00
    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 11:30 - 12:30

    Price

    Price from: £5.50 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  18. An enchanting Christmas evening filled with festive sights, sounds and traditions to stir old memories and create new ones.

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Road, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price from: £15.00 to £29.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Wrap up warm for an enchanting Christmas evening at the Ulster Folk Museum filled with festive sights, sounds and traditions.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Dec 2025Open 17:00 - 21:00
    From:
    19 Dec 2025Open 17:00 - 21:00

    Price

    Price from: £15.00 to £29.50 Per Ticket
  19. Winter in the gardens at Mount Stewart

    Newtownards

    Address

    Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    +442842788387

    Price

    Price from: £3.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Start your New Year with a guided garden walk, taking in the horticultural highlights of Mount Stewart.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00

    Price

    Price from: £3.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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