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Shorelife Celebration: Fungi Fun

Mount Stewart - National Trust, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD
Fungi fun

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Part of Shorelife Celebration

Delve into the magical and mysterious world of mushrooms on a family-friendly tour through the grounds at Mount Stewart. Through games, art and storytelling, participants will discover the fascinating lives of fungi. Everyone will have a chance to find mushrooms in the wild, and leave with a newfound appreciation for the hidden world beneath our feet.

Suitability: 6yrs+

Curated by Northern Ireland Science Festival

This ticketed activiy is one element of the wider Shorelife Celebration. Overall the event runs from 10am to 5pm with lots of free and pre-bookable activities to enjoy.

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Season (10 Oct 2026)

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