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  1. 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
  2. Discovery Hub graphic
    Person holding Ulster Scots brochure with map of area
    Ulster Scots brochure with local placenames
    Person holding Ulster Scots brochures
    Discovery Hub graphic
    Person holding Ulster Scots brochure with map of area
    Ulster Scots brochure with local placenames
    Person holding Ulster Scots brochures

    Newtownards

    Address

    Ards Visitor Information Centre, 31 Regent Street, Newtownards, Co Down, BT23 4AD

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9182 6846

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Discover more about the Ulster Scots in Ards and North Down with an exhibit, featuring an afternoon with local tour guide of Hidden Ulster Tours, Lolly Spence, for a drop in poetry workshop.

    Dates

    From:
    19 Nov 2024to28 Nov 2024Various Opening Times
  3. Festive AND Fun in Bangor
    Photograph of Christmas decor in Bangor of a Reindeer and its young lit up within a globe of fairy lights
    Festive AND Fun in Bangor
    Festive AND Fun in Bangor
    Photograph of Christmas decor in Bangor of a Reindeer and its young lit up within a globe of fairy lights
    Festive AND Fun in Bangor

    Bangor

    Address

    City Centre and Front of Bangor City Hall, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5AF

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Celebrate Christmas in the City! Enjoy festive family fun throughout the city centre, including the annual City Centre Passport Trail. Kickstart your Christmas shopping, be entertained, and mark the beginning of the Christmas season in Bangor.

    Join…

    Dates

    From:
    23 Nov 2024

    Price

    Free
  4. Greyabbey Xmas Flyer

    Greyabbey

    Address

    Greyabbey Village Hall, Newtownards Road, Greyabbey, Co Down, BT22 2QH

    Telephone

    07951 220 530

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Festive artisan craft market, the perfect place to buy unique gifts!

    Dates

    From:
    23 Nov 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. 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 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 14:00
    From:
    3 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 14:00
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    4 Jan 2025
    From:
    7 Jan 2025Open 10:00 - 14:00
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    9 Jan 2025
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    15 Jan 2025
    From:
    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 properties or on our private drive as this needs to be kept clear at all times. Thanks
  6. Cairnwood forest trail
    Cairnwood Trail map
    Cairnwood forest trail
    Cairnwood Trail map

    Newtownards

    Address

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

    Telephone

    0300 013 3333 40451

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Sport

    We're going on a trail hunt: Autumn series of guided walks in the woods

    Dates

    From:
    26 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 12:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness

    Newtownards

    Address

    Mount Stewart, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    02842788387

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Step into the magic of Christmas at Mount Stewart, where a season of festive delights awaits!

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2024to5 Jan 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. Nugent's Wood by Strangford Lough
    Nugent's Wood
    Nugent's Wood by Strangford Lough
    Nugent's Wood

    Portaferry

    Address

    Nugent's Wood, Lough Shore Rd, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1PF

    Telephone

    0300 013 3333 40451

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Sport

    Join us for a fun and interactive event where we will be diving into the fascinating world of trees

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 11:30

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. Corrog Wood
    Corrog Wood entrance
    Corrog Wood
    Corrog Wood entrance

    Portaferry

    Address

    Corrog Wood, Deer Park Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1PW

    Telephone

    0300 013 3333 40451

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Sport

    Join us for a fun and interactive event where we will be diving into the fascinating world of trees in Corrog Wood

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2024Open 13:30 - 15:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. Comber Fair in the Square poster 2024

    Comber

    Address

    Town Centre, Comber, County Down, BT23 5DU

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Comber Fair in the Square returns bringing festive cheer to the town with highlights including a market, Santa and live entertainment for all.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2024
  11. Festive AND Fun in Newtownards
    A photograph of Newtownards Christmas Tree lit at night with Ards Arts Centre in the backdrop
    Festive AND Fun in Newtownards
    Festive AND Fun in Newtownards
    A photograph of Newtownards Christmas Tree lit at night with Ards Arts Centre in the backdrop
    Festive AND Fun in Newtownards

    Newtownards

    Address

    Conway Square, Town Centre, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4NP

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9182 6846

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    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…

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2024

    Price

    Free
  12. Santa Cruise
    People on a rib at sea
    Santa Boat Trip
    Santa's Grotto
    Mrs Claus
    Boat Trip with Santa Hats
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Toasting Marshmallows on Firepit
    Santa Rib Ride
    Santa Cruise
    People on a rib at sea
    Santa Boat Trip
    Santa's Grotto
    Mrs Claus
    Boat Trip with Santa Hats
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Toasting Marshmallows on Firepit
    Santa Rib Ride

    Killinchy

    Address

    Strangford Lough Activity Centre, Whiterock, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6QH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7909 721 898

    Price

    Price from: £35.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Join our merry old elf for a hair-raising sleigh ride around the islands aboard our fast speed boat – Black Jacket. Hold onto your santa hats as we fly through the waters of Strangford Lough.

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price from: £35.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  13. Visit Santa 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: £33.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Nestled in the RIC Station at the Ulster Folk Museum, a jolly fellow with rosy cheeks and a snow white beard has been spotted toasting his toes by the fire.

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    20 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price from: £33.50 Per Ticket
  14. Christmas 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: £13.50 to £28.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events


    Enjoy Christmas the traditional way at the Ulster Folk Museum.

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2024to1 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    7 Dec 2024to8 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    14 Dec 2024to15 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    20 Dec 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price from: £13.50 to £28.50 Per Ticket
  15. Background shows a wintery town, with Christmas trees. It is advertising the Holywood Christmas Lights Switch on event held on Saturday 30th November.

    Holywood

    Address

    Hoywood High Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9AE

    Telephone

    028 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Holywood Christmas Light Switch On - Fun for all the family.

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Free
  16. The lake and surrounding forest at Mount Stewart
    A robin sitting on a frost covered ledge in the Mount Stewart gardens
    The lake and surrounding forest at Mount Stewart
    A robin sitting on a frost covered ledge in the Mount Stewart gardens

    Newtownards

    Address

    Mount Stewart, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    02842788387

    Price

    Price from: £14.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Walking

    It's winter but there's colour to be found in flowers, fruit and bark all around Mount Stewart, find out where to look. Sunday 1st December 1pm - 3pm Wednesday 4th December 2pm - 4pm

    Dates

    From:
    1 Dec 2024to4 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price from: £14.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Santa standing in front of a Christmas tree and holding a festive mug. The background is snowy.

    Comber

    Address

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

    Telephone

    02891874146

    Price

    Price from: £14.00 to £16.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    This December at WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre, enjoy a delicious breakfast with all the family, plus a very special guest – Santa Claus!

    Dates

    From:
    1 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
    From:
    6 Dec 2024to7 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
    From:
    14 Dec 2024to15 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
    From:
    20 Dec 2024to22 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30

    Price

    Price from: £14.00 to £16.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp to main entrance
  18. Christmas Evenings 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: £15.00 to £31.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Have an enchanting Christmas evening at the Ulster Folk Museum.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2024Open 18:00 - 21:00
    From:
    13 Dec 2024Open 18:00 - 21:00

    Price

    Price from: £15.00 to £31.50 Per Ticket
  19. A child standing between two alpacas
    Eastwell Farm Alpacas with Christmas decor
    Eastwell Farm Alpacas
    An Eastwell Farm Alpaca
    Eastwell Farm Alpacas
    Eastwell Farm Alpacas
    A child standing between two alpacas
    Eastwell Farm Alpacas with Christmas decor
    Eastwell Farm Alpacas
    An Eastwell Farm Alpaca
    Eastwell Farm Alpacas
    Eastwell Farm Alpacas

    Carrowdore

    Address

    Eastwell Farm, 6 Ballyblack Road East, Carrowdore, County Down, BT22 2HH

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9182 6846

    Price

    Price from: £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Andy and Joanne invite you to Eastwell Farm for a festive experience with a difference. As you tour the farm watch out for the pigmy goats and chickens and of course you will get to meet the Alpacas and after your tour you are invited you to pick a…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Dec 2024

    Price

    Price from: £10.00 Per Ticket
  20. Cockle Row Cottages in Groomsport
    Christmas at Cockle Row Cottages in Groomsport
    Christmas at Cockle Row Cottages in Groomsport
    Christmas at Cockle Row Cottages in Groomsport
    Christmas at Cockle Row Cottages in Groomsport
    Cockle Row Cottages in Groomsport
    Christmas at Cockle Row Cottages in Groomsport
    Christmas at Cockle Row Cottages in Groomsport
    Christmas at Cockle Row Cottages in Groomsport
    Christmas at Cockle Row Cottages in Groomsport

    Groomsport

    Address

    Cockle Row Cottages & Groomsport Harbour, Main Street, Groomsport, County Down, BT20 5ED

    Telephone

    028 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    A little bit of festive magic will be sprinkled on Cockle Row Cottages over the weekend of 2 – 3 December.

    Dates

    From:
    7 Dec 2024to8 Dec 2024Open 12:00 - 17:00
    From:
    7 Dec 2024to8 Dec 2024Open 14:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free
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