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  1. Bangor Drama Festival logo

    Bangor

    Address

    Studio 1a, Hamilton Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4JP

    Telephone

    028 9127 0069

    Price

    Price £13.00 to £27.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Bangor Drama Club presents their One-Act Drama Festival 2024, taking place over three evenings - 24 October to 26 October.

    Dates

    From:
    24 Oct 2024to26 Oct 2024

    Price

    Price £13.00 to £27.00 Per Ticket
  2. 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 our exhibition and hear her story.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  3. Numerous Jewellery Making groups smiling and pulling funny faces after finishing their jewellery making course in Ruth the goldsmiths studio in Holywo
    Man and Two Ladies Creating Jewellery in a Goldsmiths Workshop, Everyone is Smiling
    Two Ladies Melting Down Some Silver Using Two Torches
    Mother and Daughter being hosted by goldsmith in Igloo.  Daughter roasting marsh mallows over fire pit with mother and goldsmith looking on, enjoying
    Goldsmith Ruth & lady looking through sterling silver bangle in workshop after finishing jewellery making workshop.
    Two ladies in jewellery making workshop, one is hammering her piece of metal whilst the other takes a photograph on her phone.
    Fin the working cocker dog asleep on top of Ruth the goldsmith's work bench.  Various items being repaired on the workbench.
    Numerous Jewellery Making groups smiling and pulling funny faces after finishing their jewellery making course in Ruth the goldsmiths studio in Holywo
    Man and Two Ladies Creating Jewellery in a Goldsmiths Workshop, Everyone is Smiling
    Two Ladies Melting Down Some Silver Using Two Torches
    Mother and Daughter being hosted by goldsmith in Igloo.  Daughter roasting marsh mallows over fire pit with mother and goldsmith looking on, enjoying
    Goldsmith Ruth & lady looking through sterling silver bangle in workshop after finishing jewellery making workshop.
    Two ladies in jewellery making workshop, one is hammering her piece of metal whilst the other takes a photograph on her phone.
    Fin the working cocker dog asleep on top of Ruth the goldsmith's work bench.  Various items being repaired on the workbench.

    Holywood

    Address

    Holywood, County Down, BT18 0NJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7879 698 286

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    This VIP experience combines jewellery making with the warmest of Northern Irish welcomes. Guided by our goldsmith Ruth, each person will make their own piece of silver or copper jewellery and then enjoy hosted relaxing time afterwards in our…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 14:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car 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. Thank you
    • 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. Thank you

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  4. 4 Textured Rings with different band widths
    Sterling Silver Ring Textures on Mandrel, goldsmithing
    group of 5 ladies in workshop making Textured Bangles
    4 Textured Rings with different band widths
    Sterling Silver Ring Textures on Mandrel, goldsmithing
    group of 5 ladies in workshop making Textured Bangles

    Holywood

    Address

    Holywood, County Down

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7879 698 286

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    NI Silver is in the business of 'creating memories' for people; memories of their time in Northern Ireland, memories on this earth and memories of special time spent with loved ones. We help you create handmade and handcrafted ‘Wearable Memories’…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 14:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - Parking Free on public pavement between two drives. Please do not park outside neighbours drives or on our private drive as this needs to be kept clear at all times.

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi
  5. Guitar on barrel
    Copeland Cocktails
    Guitar on barrel
    Copeland Cocktails

    Manor Street, Donaghadee

    Address

    The Copeland Distillery, Manor Street, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0HF

    Telephone

    028 9162 4000

    Price

    Price £20.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Cheese, Cocktails & Music!!

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2024Open 19:00 - 22:00

    Price

    Price £20.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. Man and Woman Making Wedding Rings Together
    Wedding couple
    Man and Woman Making Wedding Rings Together
    Wedding couple

    Holywood

    Address

    NI Silver, Holywood, County Down

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7879 698 286

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Come and spend some precious time with your fiancée ahead of the big day, creating your wedding rings together. A fab experience and one you'll never forget.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 14:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  7. The Mighty Pumpkin Hunt 2024
    The Mighty Pumpkin Hunt 2024 flyer
    The Mighty Pumpkin Hunt 2024
    The Mighty Pumpkin Hunt 2024 flyer

    Newtownards

    Address

    Starts at Stewart Miller, 3 Conway Square, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4DA

    Telephone

    07789 208 477

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    The Mighty Pumpkin Hunt.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2024to2 Nov 2024Open 09:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free
  8. 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
    Various jewellery making participants, Sterling Silver, Jewellery Making, Jewelry Making, Gift, Gift Card, Gift Experience, Creating Jewellery, NISILV
    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
    Partners jewellery making workshop participants, Sterling Silver, Jewellery Making, Jewelry Making, Gift, Gift Card, Gift Experience, Creating Jewelle
    workbench with tools and computer and dog lying on dog bed
    2 ladies sitting on chairs deinking from mugs with blankets on their knees.
    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
    Various jewellery making participants, Sterling Silver, Jewellery Making, Jewelry Making, Gift, Gift Card, Gift Experience, Creating Jewellery, NISILV
    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
    Partners jewellery making workshop participants, Sterling Silver, Jewellery Making, Jewelry Making, Gift, Gift Card, Gift Experience, Creating Jewelle
    workbench with tools and computer and dog lying on dog bed
    2 ladies sitting on chairs deinking from mugs with blankets on their knees.

    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:
    25 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 14:00

    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
  9. Garth Brooks Tribute

    Portaferry

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price £22.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    If you love Garth Brooks then don't miss this!

    Friends in Low Places, Thunder Rolls, The Dance, Beaches of Cheyenne, Unanswered Prayers & all of Garth's biggest hits are performed by a spectacular live band with a performance of a lifetime by…

    Dates

    From:
    26 Oct 2024Open 19:30 - 22:00

    Price

    Price £22.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. The Mayor of Ards and North Down, Councillor Alistair Cathcart with Karen Todd, Rae McMaster and Maggie Comer from Valhalla Street Theatre.
    Cockle Row
    Colin Urwin
    Soda Bread and Stories
    Valhalla Street Theatre
    The Mayor of Ards and North Down, Councillor Alistair Cathcart with Karen Todd, Rae McMaster and Maggie Comer from Valhalla Street Theatre.
    Cockle Row
    Colin Urwin
    Soda Bread and Stories
    Valhalla Street Theatre

    Newtownards

    Address

    Various Locations, Newtownards, Down, BT23 4NP

    Telephone

    028 9181 0803

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    Ards and North Down Borough Council is excited to announce the Leid and Lairn Festival, a month-long celebration of the rich language, culture, and history of the Ulster Scots tradition. The festival provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself…

    Dates

    From:
    26 Oct 2024to26 Nov 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  11. Tour in progress at The Copeland Distillery
    Image of Distillery
    Front of Distillery
    Donaghadee
    Tour in progress at The Copeland Distillery
    Image of Distillery
    Front of Distillery
    Donaghadee

    Donaghadee

    Address

    The Copeland Distillery, Manor Street, Donaghadee, Down, BT21 0HF

    Telephone

    +44 2891624000

    Price

    Price £22.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Experience our range of spirits and immerse yourself in the rich history of Co.Down at The Copeland Distillery. Enjoy time to relax in our visitor's centre and take home our Copeland products and merchandise.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Oct 2024Open 17:00 - 19:00

    Price

    Price £22.50 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Mount Stewart gardens
    Mount Stewart gardens
    Mount Stewart gardens
    Mount Stewart gardens

    Newtownards

    Address

    Mount Stewart, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    02842788387

    Price

    Price £45.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Join Botanical Artist Ali Walker as she guides you in the art of drawing a range of Autumnal subjects from Mount Stewart's beautiful gardens.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Price £45.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Two boys looking at fungi in the woods.
    Child casting a spell with a willow wand
    Two boys looking at fungi in the woods.
    Child casting a spell with a willow wand

    Comber

    Address

    WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre, 78 Ballydrain Road, Comber, County Down, BT23 6EA

    Telephone

    028 9187 4146

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Explore the super natural! This October half term, discover activities that show just how super wetland nature can be. From wildlife spotting and bug hunting, to wand-making and storytelling, the wetlands are bubbling over with magic.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Oct 2024to31 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Pumpkins in front of the House
    Pumpkins in the House
    Pumpkins in front of the House
    Pumpkins in the House

    Newtownards

    Address

    Mount Stewart, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    02842788387

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Join us this Halloween for a walk on the eerie side.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. Hunchback of Notre Dame with live organ

    Portaferry

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price £5.00 to £17.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Cinema / Film

    The classic original black and white film with a spine-tingling live organ soundtrack by the award-winning Aaron Hawthorne.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Oct 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30

    Price

    Price £5.00 to £17.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  16. Amelie Shields at launch of 2024 Ards Puppet Festival
    Ards Puppet Festival Graphic
    Puppet Petting Farm
    Henry Clutterbuck and The Musicians of Bremen
    Amelie Shields at launch of 2024 Ards Puppet Festival
    Ards Puppet Festival Graphic
    Puppet Petting Farm
    Henry Clutterbuck and The Musicians of Bremen

    Conway Square, Newtownards

    Address

    Ards Arts Centre, Town Hall Arts Centre, Conway Square, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4NP

    Telephone

    028 9181 0803

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Looking for something different to do over the Halloween holidays? This year's Ards Puppet Festival is happening on Sunday 27 and Monday 28 October!

    Dates

    From:
    27 Oct 2024to28 Oct 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free
  17. Cartoon Pumpkin
    Bubble Witch sitting beside Groomsport Harbour
    Cartoon Pumpkin
    Bubble Witch sitting beside Groomsport Harbour

    Groomsport

    Address

    Groomsport village and Cockle Row Cottages, Harbour area off Main Street, Groomsport, County Down, BT19 6JR

    Telephone

    028 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Bring your little witches, wizards and ghosts along to Cockle Row Cottages for some Halloween fun on Sunday 27 October, 2-4pm.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Oct 2024Open 14:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Free
  18. Bangor Castle
    Bangor church window
    Bangor mural
    Bangor Abbey
    Bangor Castle
    Bangor church window
    Bangor mural
    Bangor Abbey

    Bangor

    Address

    Starts at 4 Abbey St, Bangor, County Down, BT16 1JS

    Telephone

    028 9127 0069

    Price

    Price £5.99 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    The Bangor Whodunit Hunt is a self-guided, walking murder mystery trail. A fun way to explore this seaside town. Be Sherlock Holmes for a day! Solve the case correctly during the event week and be rewarded with a certificate and discount code at…

    Dates

    From:
    28 Oct 2024to2 Nov 2024Open 09:15 - 16:00

    Price

    Price £5.99 Per Ticket
  19. Hand thrown pottery mug in the background, decorated in colourful sponge prints of gnomes and toadstools. The sponge cut outs are in front of the mug,

    Millise

    Address

    Eden Pottery, 218 Abbey Road, Millise, County Down, BT22 2DH

    Telephone

    028 9186 2300

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Pottery decorating fun, with themes of Halloween and Autumn.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00
    From:
    30 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00
    From:
    31 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  20. Inclusive Walk - Cairnwood
    Cairnwood Forest
    Inclusive Walk - Cairnwood
    Cairnwood Forest

    Craigantlet, Newtownards

    Address

    Cairn Wood, 21 Craigantlet Rd, Craigantlet, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4TE

    Telephone

    0300 013 3333 40451

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Sport

    This session will start at the Cairn Wood Car Park and offer participants the chance to explore the beautiful sights and sounds of the Forest. The walk will be a 1 mile circular route around the Forest. The paths are gravel and will be hilly and…

    Dates

    From:
    29 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 12:00
    From:
    29 Oct 2024Open 13:30 - 15:30

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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