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  1. Learn to identify native tree species at the Ulster Folk Museum
    Native Tree Walk

    Holywood

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9044 0000

    info@nationalmuseumsni.org

    Type

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    Nature

    Learn how to identify native Irish tree species with The Conservation Volunteers at the Ulster Folk Museum.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Sept 2025Open 13:00 - 15:00

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  2. Brent Geese on the waters of Strangford Lough
    Brent Geese on the waters of Strangford Lough with Scrabo Tower in the background
    Island Hill
    Birds eye view of WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre
    Family taking part in a guided birdwatching session in the Brent Discovery Hide.
    Mount Stewart - National Trust House and Gardens
    Mount Stewart - National Trust lake area
    Brent Geese on the waters of Strangford Lough
    Brent Geese on the waters of Strangford Lough with Scrabo Tower in the background
    Island Hill
    Birds eye view of WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre
    Family taking part in a guided birdwatching session in the Brent Discovery Hide.
    Mount Stewart - National Trust House and Gardens
    Mount Stewart - National Trust lake area
    Shorelife Celebration

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    Family Fun

    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…

    Dates

    From:
    4 Oct 2025
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  3. ​The Christmassy Christmas Show
    The Christmassy Christmas Show of Christmassy Christmasness!

    Portaferry

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    contact@porticoards.com

    Price

    Price from: £10.00 Per Ticket

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    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

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    Book The Christmassy Christmas Show of Christmassy Christmasness! Online (opens in a new window)

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