About
Part of Experience Ards and North Down 2025. Click here to see the full programme.
Lady Dunleath, renowned food historian and founder of the Paradise Gardening Club, will lead you on a fascinating tour of the private walled garden, in the beautiful grounds of Ballywalter Park, followed by a Q&A and delicious refreshments of Tea/Coffee and homemade cake.
This is a unique opportunity to visit an estate which is not normally open to the public.
The garden tour covers sustainable growing methods.
Things to note
No concessions.
Participants under 18 years must pay for a ticket and be accompanied by a ticket holding adult. Minimum age 4 years old.
Please wear suitable footwear for the garden tour due to uneven ground.
This experience is part based outdoors, please dress for warmth and comfort as dictated by the weather.
Tickets close 2pm on 30 May.
Dietary requirements
Please ensure that you check with all members of your party regarding food allergies, intolerances, and dietary requirements prior to booking tickets.
It is the responsibility of the ticketholder to inform a member of staff at the host venue about food allergies, intolerances and specific dietary requirements.
This must be done at the time of booking, or at least 72 hours before the experience by contacting Ballywalter Estate by email: enq@ballywalterpark.com
Getting there
By Car: From Belfast follow the A20 to Newtownards. Follow the A20 along Kempe Stones Road to Newtownards. At the roundabout take the 3rd exit along Blair Mayne Road South. Continue to follow the A20 onto the Portaferry Road. Follow the signs towards Greyabbey. At the roundabout take the 1st Exit. Turn right onto Church Street B5 and follow signs to Ballywalter. Destination on the left. Parking on site.
By Bus: See Translink website for bus departure and arrival times.
Accessibility
Tour covers uneven ground and some inclines, please wear suitable footwear and dress for the weather. This tour may not be suitable for wheelchair users / those with mobility issues - please contact the Visitor Information Centre team for more information.
Carers
Where practicable providers within the Experience AND Programme will aim to accommodate carers and be as inclusive as possible. With such a diverse range of activities, operated by a number of providers, it is necessary for this to be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Please contact Bangor Visitor Information Centre on 028 9127 0069, and they will be able to address your enquiry.
Terms and conditions
Terms and conditions apply
Online booking fees apply. Avoid the booking fee and buy direct through our Visitor Information Centres.
All details subject to change.
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Ticket | £27.50 per ticket |
Online booking fees apply. Avoid the booking fee and buy direct through our Visitor Information Centres.
