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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. The Mayor of Ards and North Down, Councillor Alistair Cathcart with Karen Todd, Rae McMaster and Maggie Comer from Valhalla Street Theatre.
    Cockle Row
    Colin Urwin
    Soda Bread and Stories
    Valhalla Street Theatre
    The Mayor of Ards and North Down, Councillor Alistair Cathcart with Karen Todd, Rae McMaster and Maggie Comer from Valhalla Street Theatre.
    Cockle Row
    Colin Urwin
    Soda Bread and Stories
    Valhalla Street Theatre

    Newtownards

    Address

    Various Locations, Newtownards, Down, BT23 4NP

    Telephone

    028 9181 0803

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    Ards and North Down Borough Council is excited to announce the Leid and Lairn Festival, a month-long celebration of the rich language, culture, and history of the Ulster Scots tradition. The festival provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself…

    Dates

    From:
    26 Oct 2024to26 Nov 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  3. 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
  4. North Down Museum Pop Up Christmas Shop
    North Down Museum Pop Up Christmas Shop
    North Down Museum Pop Up Christmas Shop
    North Down Museum Pop Up Christmas Shop

    Castle Park Avenue, Bangor

    Address

    North Down Museum, Bangor City Hall, Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4BT

    Telephone

    02891271200

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Back by popular demand, a unique shopping experience in the lead up to Christmas at North Down Museum!

    Dates

    From:
    22 Nov 2024to5 Jan 2025Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. Friends of Columbanus Bangor logo

    Bangor

    Address

    Various locations, Bangor, County Down, BT19 1BT

    Telephone

    028 9127 0069

    Type

    Type:

    Culture & Heritage

    Commemorating the life and legacy of Columbanus and Gall. A festival of workshops, walks and talks will commemorate the life and legacy of Columbanus and Gall.This year's festival theme is... GALL: The man, the monk, and the bear.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Nov 2024to24 Nov 2024
  6. William Thompson comedian

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Portico of Ards, Portaferry, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1LE

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price from: £15.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Comedy

    What would you do if you became a millionaire overnight? Would you invest it? Save it for a rainy day? Or blow it as quickly as possible?
    This is the question that William Thompson (Mudblood Podcast, William of Orangedale, Tea With Meghan) will…

    Dates

    From:
    22 Nov 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30

    Price

    Price from: £15.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. The Illegals in concert

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Portico of Ards, Steel Dickson Avenue, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1LE

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price from: £22.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    Widely regarded as one of the best live tribute acts in the country, The Illegals are into their 25th year with this ever-popular show.

    Every year, the Illegals delve deeper into the Eagles and Fleetwood Mac back-catalogues to keep their dynamic…

    Dates

    From:
    23 Nov 2024Open 19:30 - 22:00

    Price

    Price from: £22.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. 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
  11. The Clyde Duo flute and harp

    Portaferry

    Address

    The Portico of Ards, Steele Dickson Ave, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1LE

    Telephone

    028 4272 8808

    Price

    Price from: £5.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    Moving On Music is delighted to present the Clyde Duo consisting of Irish Flautist, Aisling Agnew and Welsh Harpist, Sharron Griffiths.

    Aisling and Sharron share a passion for performing music from the beautiful vast flute and harp repertoire…

    Dates

    From:
    24 Nov 2024Open 15:00 - 16:30

    Price

    Price from: £5.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. 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

    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
  13. Numerous Jewellery Making groups smiling and pulling funny faces after finishing their jewellery making course in Ruth the goldsmiths studio in Holywo
    Man and Two Ladies Creating Jewellery in a Goldsmiths Workshop, Everyone is Smiling
    Two Ladies Melting Down Some Silver Using Two Torches
    Mother and Daughter being hosted by goldsmith in Igloo.  Daughter roasting marsh mallows over fire pit with mother and goldsmith looking on, enjoying
    Goldsmith Ruth & lady looking through sterling silver bangle in workshop after finishing jewellery making workshop.
    Two ladies in jewellery making workshop, one is hammering her piece of metal whilst the other takes a photograph on her phone.
    Fin the working cocker dog asleep on top of Ruth the goldsmith's work bench.  Various items being repaired on the workbench.
    Numerous Jewellery Making groups smiling and pulling funny faces after finishing their jewellery making course in Ruth the goldsmiths studio in Holywo
    Man and Two Ladies Creating Jewellery in a Goldsmiths Workshop, Everyone is Smiling
    Two Ladies Melting Down Some Silver Using Two Torches
    Mother and Daughter being hosted by goldsmith in Igloo.  Daughter roasting marsh mallows over fire pit with mother and goldsmith looking on, enjoying
    Goldsmith Ruth & lady looking through sterling silver bangle in workshop after finishing jewellery making workshop.
    Two ladies in jewellery making workshop, one is hammering her piece of metal whilst the other takes a photograph on her phone.
    Fin the working cocker dog asleep on top of Ruth the goldsmith's work bench.  Various items being repaired on the workbench.

    Holywood

    Address

    Holywood, County Down, BT18 0NJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7879 698 286

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    This VIP experience combines jewellery making with the warmest of Northern Irish welcomes. Guided by our goldsmith Ruth, each person will make their own piece of silver or copper jewellery and then enjoy hosted relaxing time afterwards in our…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 14:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car 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. Thank you
    • 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. Thank you

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  14. 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

    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
  15. Man and Woman Making Wedding Rings Together
    Wedding couple
    Man and Woman Making Wedding Rings Together
    Wedding couple

    Holywood

    Address

    NI Silver, Holywood, County Down

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7879 698 286

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Come and spend some precious time with your fiancée ahead of the big day, creating your wedding rings together. A fab experience and one you'll never forget.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 14:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. SNOWMAN FELTED CHRISTMAS BAUBLE
    ROBIN FELTED CHRISTMAS BAUBLE
    MISTLETOE FELTED CHRISTMAS BAUBLE
    SNOWMAN FELTED CHRISTMAS BAUBLE
    ROBIN FELTED CHRISTMAS BAUBLE
    MISTLETOE FELTED CHRISTMAS BAUBLE

    Helen's Bay

    Address

    The Walled Garden, 47 Craigdarragh Road, Helen's Bay, County Down, BT19 1UB

    Telephone

    07704456109

    Price

    Price from: £70.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Join us for our fun, festive, dry needle, Christmas Bauble Felting Workshop in the Walled Garden with Karen from Foxgloves & Daisies, to create three, unique, dry felted Christmas baubles!

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2024Open 19:00 - 21:30

    Price

    Price from: £70.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  19. 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
  20. Squiggles and Giggles Christmas Storytelling

    Castle Park Avenue, Bangor

    Address

    North Down Museum, Bangor City Hall, Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4BT

    Telephone

    028 9127 1200

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    To launch North Down Museum's Pop-Up Christmas Shop, the museum is hosting a Late-Night Christmas Shopping event.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2024Open 18:00 - 20:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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