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  1. Event poster visual featuring three Viking characters and event details. Images supplied by Lakes Vikings, photo credit to Ciara McMullen Photography.

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Hub, Portaferry Sailing Club, 40 Shore Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1JZ

    Telephone

    028 9182 6846

    Price

    Price from: £20.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    In each workshop, artisan and craftsman Connor Sweeney of Valhallas Silver will take you through the ancient jewellery making techniques. At the end of the workshop, you will be the proud owner of a solid silver pendant or ring.

    Dates

    Price

    Price from: £20.00 Per Ticket
  2. Strangford Lough Viking Festival

    Strangford

    Address

    St Joseph's Primary School, 31 Downpatrick Road, Strangford, County Down, BT30 7LZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

    Two of Europe's leading exponents of Celtic knotwork meet to discuss their work. A rare opportunity to meet this quality of practitioner face to face. Part 1 on Friday.

    Dates

    Price

    Free
  3. Strangford Lough Viking Festival

    Kircubbin

    Address

    6 Loughdoo Road, Kircubbin, County Down, BT22 1HJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 79 6834 2928

    Price

    Price from: £50.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    In use during Viking times, Christine Casey is the foremost exponent of this weaving method. As part of the Viking Festival, come to Christine on Sunday 27th and learn how to use a peg loom a technique used by Vikings to make e.g. bedrolls and…

    Dates

    Price

    Price from: £50.00 Per Ticket
  4. Child examining a flower up close using a magnifying glass.
    Two children looking for  minibeasts in the woodland.
    Two children exploring the wetlands.
    Child examining a flower up close using a magnifying glass.
    Two children looking for  minibeasts in the woodland.
    Two children exploring the wetlands.

    Comber

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 9187 4146

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Adventure into the hidden world of wildlife with the help of Uncle Arthur's mysterious journal and unusual inventions. And get ready to experience nature in a whole new way!

    Dates

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. Address

    Various Locations, County Antrim, BT54 6NA

    Type

    Type:

    Water Sports

    Active Adventures NI offer multiple activity options including Kayak sessions/lessons/courses/tours, SUP sessions/lessons/courses/tours, Surfing experiences/camps/lessons and of course our renowned Coasteering Experiences. We can create a bespoke…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. Modern exterior of accommodation
    Modern living room
    Modern bedroom
    Bedroom with double doors looking out to stunning scenery
    Modern Bedroom with double doors to outside
    Modern bedroom
    Stunning scenery of Strangford Lough with Scrabo Tower in background
    Modern exterior to accommodation
    Outside seating area to bedroom
    Modern exterior of accommodation
    Modern living room
    Modern bedroom
    Bedroom with double doors looking out to stunning scenery
    Modern Bedroom with double doors to outside
    Modern bedroom
    Stunning scenery of Strangford Lough with Scrabo Tower in background
    Modern exterior to accommodation
    Outside seating area to bedroom

    Newtownards

    Address

    116 Portaferry Road, Newtownards, Co Down, BT22 2AH

    Type

    Type:

    Guest Accommodation

    Wake to the sound of waves and wildlife and experience jaw dropping sunrise and sunsets without getting out of bed in this newly built property located in a secluded cove of Strangford Lough.

  7. Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland
    Bedroom in airbnb in Bangor Northern Ireland

    Bangor

    Address

    13 Hamilton Road, Bangor, Co Down, BT20 4LF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7921901007

    Type

    Type:

    Self-Catering

    A modern style and freshly renovated large city centre studio apartment in Bangor Co Down 5 minute walk to the seafront & marina. Central location with access to local shops, restaurants, coffee shops & activities. The apartment features a double…

    Facilities

    Room / Unit Features

    • TV In Bedrooms

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi
  8. Child wearing a head torch and holding out a bat detector, guided by a member of staff.

    Comber

    Address

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

    Telephone

    028 9187 4146

    Price

    Price from: £14.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    At a special late-night opening, discover fascinating bat facts in an expert talk. Then, go bat detecting out on the reserve to see the amazing flying mammals and their astonishing aerial acrobatics for yourself!

    Dates

    Price

    Price from: £14.50 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. Outside of self contained aprtement, no steps to access and self parking.
    Main Lounge with patio doors and view over fields.
    Lounge, no steps, TV with freeview channels and patio doors opening to view over fields.
    Kitchen, no steps, all you need to cook and eat.
    Bedroom, no steps, standard double bed.
    Bathroom, no steps, shower in bath.
    View over patio to fields.
    Outside of self contained aprtement, no steps to access and self parking.
    Main Lounge with patio doors and view over fields.
    Lounge, no steps, TV with freeview channels and patio doors opening to view over fields.
    Kitchen, no steps, all you need to cook and eat.
    Bedroom, no steps, standard double bed.
    Bathroom, no steps, shower in bath.
    View over patio to fields.

    Holywood

    Address

    74A Ballymoney Road, Ballydavey, Holywood, Co Down, BT18 0JJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7968511724

    Type

    Type:

    Self-Catering

    Superb self contained apartment in Craigavad, Holywood.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  10. Accommodation exterior
    Accommodation entrance
    Stairway
    Living room
    Kitchen
    Dining area
    Bathroom
    Double bedroom
    Double bedroom
    Single bedroom
    Accommodation exterior
    Accommodation entrance
    Stairway
    Living room
    Kitchen
    Dining area
    Bathroom
    Double bedroom
    Double bedroom
    Single bedroom

    Newtownards

    Address

    18 Main Street, Ballywalter, Newtownards, Co Down, BT22 2PG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7773 995 346

    Type

    Type:

    Self-Catering

    Welcome to Ballywalter Beach House where everything you need is at your finger tips. Located in the heart of Ballywalter, right at the seafront, the property has everything required for a fun filled, action packed family holiday.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free) - on street parking

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi
  11. Make Traditional Festive Treats at Ulster Folk Museum

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Rd, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price from: £55.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    *SOLD OUT* From chocolate truffles to traditional mincemeat, make some tasty treats at the Ulster Folk Museum this Christmas!

    Dates

    From:
    23 Nov 2024Open 11:00 - 13:00

    Price

    Price from: £55.00 Per Ticket
  12. Event poster visual featuring three Viking characters and event details. Images supplied by Lakes Vikings, photo credit to Ciara McMullen Photography.

    Portaferry

    Address

    Portaferry Hotel, 10 The Strand, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1PE

    Telephone

    028 9182 6846

    Price

    Price from: £3.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    A walking tour of Portaferry led by the knowledgeable Brigid Watson of Sustainable Journeys Ireland, with a Viking and natural history emphasis.

    Dates

    Price

    Price from: £3.00 Per Ticket
  13. Living Room
    Living Room looking into kitchen
    Living room view looking out patio doors to garden
    Kitchen
    Bedroom
    Bedroom with two single beds
    Bathroom
    Hallway
    Front of cottage
    Patio
    Living Room
    Living Room looking into kitchen
    Living room view looking out patio doors to garden
    Kitchen
    Bedroom
    Bedroom with two single beds
    Bathroom
    Hallway
    Front of cottage
    Patio

    Newtownards

    Address

    21b Magherascouse Road, Comber, Newtownards, Down, BT23 5RT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7828 799 127

    Type

    Type:

    Self-Catering

    Bramble Cottage, hidden gem in Comber near Belfast. Relax and enjoy this beautiful Irish barn conversion that dates back 200 years. Converted in 2023, this old Irish traditional barn is just 10 miles from Belfast and 2 miles from the busy market…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free)
  14. image of a young boy and a man in canoe out on the water

    Killinchy

    Address

    Mobile Team Adventure, Whiterock, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6QB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9064 6695

    Type

    Type:

    Canoeing & Kayaking

    Taking out a kayak is beautiful way to explore Strangford Lough. Down at water level, you are in tune with the tides, time of day and weather conditions. Gliding softly brings you closer to the lough’s wildlife, including seal pups and wild geese.

  15. Event poster visual featuring three Viking characters and event details. Images supplied by Lakes Vikings, photo credit to Ciara McMullen Photography.

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Narrows, 8 Shore Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1PB

    Telephone

    028 9182 6846

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

    Two of Europe's leading exponents of Celtic knotwork meet to discuss their work. A rare opportunity to meet this quality of practitioner face to face. This is a two part event, part 1 takes place in Strangford on 25 March.

    Sean Parry and Sean…

    Dates

  16. Wooden pier
    Shower
    Bathroom
    Picture hanging on the wall
    Framed TNI Certified certificate hanging on the wall
    Painted cherry blossom and birds image on a wall
    bathroom
    shower
    bedroom
    bunk beds
    Wooden pier
    Shower
    Bathroom
    Picture hanging on the wall
    Framed TNI Certified certificate hanging on the wall
    Painted cherry blossom and birds image on a wall
    bathroom
    shower
    bedroom
    bunk beds

    Holywood

    Address

    14 Park Drive, Holywood, Co Down, BT18 9LW

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7748 466 512

    Type

    Type:

    Self-Catering

    Holywood Town House in Town Centre

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free)
  17. The exterior of The Maypole Bar
    Male getting drink at the bar from the barman
    Two males sitting at table at The Maypole Bar
    Pint of Guinness sitting on a table beside a pair of reading glasses and newspaper
    Two females laughing and enjoying a drink at The Maypole Bar
    Last call bell at the bar
    The exterior of The Maypole Bar
    Male getting drink at the bar from the barman
    Two males sitting at table at The Maypole Bar
    Pint of Guinness sitting on a table beside a pair of reading glasses and newspaper
    Two females laughing and enjoying a drink at The Maypole Bar
    Last call bell at the bar

    Holywood

    Address

    High Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9042 2588

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    The Maypole Bar builds on its roots and keeps a tradition perfectly pairing alongside the rustic, classy and traditional interior. The Maypole Bar is a feel-good bar and you know fine rightly upon entrance you will be given a big greeting and made…

  18. a man pushing a cart of eggs for an easter egg hunt

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Road, Holywood, County Antrim, BT180EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price from: £7.00 to £32.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    History

    Come along to our Easter celebrations at Ulster Folk Museum from 31st March to 5th April. Discover the origins of the Easter egg, have a go at our themed craft demonstrations and meet our talented makers as they demonstrate heritage skills.

    Dates

    Price

    Price from: £7.00 to £32.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  19. 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 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 14:00
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    3 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 14:00
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    4 Jan 2025
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    7 Jan 2025Open 10:00 - 14:00
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    9 Jan 2025
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    15 Jan 2025
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    20 Jan 2025
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    23 Jan 2025
    From:
    28 Jan 2025Open 10:00 - 14:00
    From:
    30 Jan 2025

    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
  20. Seat position beside window view
    Living room area
    Kitchen area
    Living room area
    Double bedroom
    Double bedroom
    Seat position beside window view
    Living room area
    Kitchen area
    Living room area
    Double bedroom
    Double bedroom

    Bangor

    Address

    4 Victoria Road, Bangor, Co Down, BT20 5EX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7702 553 123

    Type

    Type:

    Self-Catering

    As well as having fantastic seaviews across Belfast Lough towards the Antrim Coast & to Scotland, this listed property has many of the house's original features, including Oriel window, panelled doors and decorative plasterwork.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi
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