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Gift ideas | Events and Activities to do with the Dad in your life...
  1. A father and son looking at a train exhibit at Ulster Transport Museum, Cultra

    Men are notoriously hard to buy for but this Father’s Day, Sunday 15 June 2025, we have the ultimate gift guide! With unique experiences for all types of enthusiasts, eateries for all taste palettes and an array of local makers and shops, you won’t fall short of getting something your Dad is sure to thoroughly enjoy…

  2. Flyer detailing a family fun day, DaFest 2025
    A Family Fun Day filled with laughter, enjoyment, and activities for all the family
    1. View of Bangor harbour and Marina from Coastal path
      Step aboard the Ocean Crest, Skipper Brian Meharg will navigate Bangor's beautiful coastline while telling you some salty tales. Then sit back, relax and be entertained by local musicians, Clanreagh.
      1. 24 Aug 2025
    2. An aerial photo of portaferry
      Take time away from the fast pace of everyday life and enjoy the splendour of Strangford Loughs' scenery and fascinating wildlife onboard the St Brendan, departing from the shores of the picturesque fishing village of Portaferry.
      1. Fathers Day Bushcraft
        Canoe Bushcraft is a canoeing & survival skills experience. Learn the basics of canoeing before undertaking a journey to a remote island to practice some survival skills.
        1. Images of trucks at Kirkistown racecourse
          Treat your dad this Father's Day and visit the Trucks at the Track Show for a high-octane family day out at Kirkistown Race Circuit, on Sunday the 15th June.
          1. Coffee & Bikes
            Bring yourself, (and your motorbike!) to the Manor Street Car Park for a morning of great coffee, great company, and even greater bikes.
            1. A group enjoying a food tour in Donaghadee
              This is a food tour with a difference.  Taste Donaghadee celebrates all that is divine about this beacon of great taste which also has a gloriously rich history to explore. This tour will allow you to visit and taste the full 360 degrees of Donaghadee’s contemporary offering with just a little traditional seaside nostalgia served up on the side.
              1. 16 Aug 2025
              2. 20 Sep 2025
            2. Views over Portaferry and Strangford Lough to Strangford, from Windmill Hill
              Immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings of Strangford Lough on board the St Brendan. Cruise between the islands and inlets of this area of outstanding beauty while being entertained by stories of pagan folklore and enjoy traditional Irish music by Clanreagh, as you celebrate midsummer, on this the longest day of the year!
              1. ForM Winner 2024
                Explore sculptures and artworks in the beautiful surroundings of The Walled Garden, Bangor.
                1. Female, male and young boy sitting in The Old Inn restuarant
                  Celebrate this special day by taking your father out for a scrumptious meal at our historic inn, where you can enjoy a cosy atmosphere and a delectable menu.
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                  1. June Events
                    Find out what's on in June 2025 in Ards and North Down. Within an hour of the bustling city of Belfast, Ards and North Down is a region brimming with creativity, we welcome you to celebrate with us; our maritime heritage, creatives, musicians and food – be entertained and inspired.
                  2. Taste Summer in Ards and North Down
                    Enjoy local food and drink experiences celebrating the PGI status of the famous Comber Earlies Potato.
                  3. Golf in Ards and North Down
                    Ards and North Down is renowned for for it’s most famous home grown player; world golf star Rory McIlroy and and Ireland's oldest golf club, The Royal Belfast. Perfect for your Society break, Ards and North Down have courses for all levels, and plenty to do to make your visit all the more worthwhile.
                  4. Breweries & Distilleries
                    In Ards and North Down we are lucky to be home to two distilleries who have really come to the forefront in their field in recent years, Copeland Distillery, Donaghadee and Echlinville Distillery, Ards Peninsula, as well as many local brewers of craft beers.
                  5. Food and Drink Trails and Tours
                    Tantalise your tastebuds with these food and drink orientated trails and tours.
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