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  1. November Events
    See what is happening in Ards and North Down this November 2024, the month we welcome the festive season into our borough.
  2. Christmas in Ards and North Down
    A calendar of Festive fun in store in Ards and North Down this November and December.
  3. Get ready for a magical evening in Bangor! Our team has been working tirelessly behind the scenes to bring you the rescheduled Christmas Light Switch On event. Join us on Wednesday 4 December, from 6pm to 7.15pm at the front of the City Hall for a night of festive cheer!
    1. 4 Dec 2024
  4. Festive AND Fun in Newtownards
    Join in the festivities in Newtownards, as the specialty Christmas market returns to the town centre, soak up the seasonal atmosphere and enjoy some Christmas shopping and mini funfair rides, as well as a Community Programme running throughout the day in Conway Square. Follow the Christmas Passport Trail around the town for lots of festive fun, with the Lights Switch On taking place in Conway Square.
    1. Ards and North Down City, Towns and Villages Christmas Light Switch On Events
      Event details Christmas switch on celebration events across Ards and North Down.
    2. Donaghadee - 'Hope Street'
      Ever wondered where Hope Street is filmed? Find out all there is to know about the town of Port Devine in BBC One's Hope Street, Donaghadee. A beautiful seaside town, steeped in history and character, now famous world wide thanks to the hit TV series.
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    Delve into rich culture and heritage, explore parks and gardens, discover the coast and feast on fabulous food.

    1. 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.
    2. Taste Ards and North Down: Our Story
      Taste Ards and North Down - a leading food region where culinary innovation thrives. The finest and freshest ingredients are sourced in abundance from our fertile fields and sparkling shores and can be found at our markets, artisan food shops and dishes across the region's award-winning restaurants.
    3. Sustainable Tourism
      The need to be green and sustainable to protect the planet is increasing, across in our personal lives and for businesses. Tourism is no exception with many of our attractions, activity and accommodation providers taking steps to protect the environment and be more sustainable.
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