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Two people walking along a beach, Portaferry

Nov 01 2024

Coastal Escapes in Ards and North Down

Annnnnnd relax! All within an hour of Belfast, unwind and embrace a slower pace, as you experience everything that is on offer in the coastal haven of Ards and North Down.

A collage of the 11 AND Sustainable Giants, the Green Tourism Network

Feb 02 2022

Categories: Inspiration, Plan Your Trip, Walking and Hiking, Nature and Wildlife, Things To Do

AND Sustainable Giants - A Green Tourism Network

Think Green. Think Environment. Think Sustainability: Making Ards and North Down a better place, for now and for our future.

A photo showing Island Hill on a beautiful winters day

Dec 09 2021

Categories: Autumn, Winter, Inspiration, Things To Do

A winter’s day in Ards and North Down

The gold of Autumn has dissipated some and the chill in the air may have a sharpness to it but our parks, our forests and idyllic walking spots are just as calming and beautiful as ever.

May 13 2021

Categories: Inspiration, Plan Your Trip, Things To Do

Discover Ards and North Down at your own pace…

Explore water’s edge beauty spots and heritage sites, savour our award-winning local food and drink, be inspired by our creative makers and experience exhilarating activities and events – it’s all waiting for you!