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The history of Belfast begins at Clifton House. From the moment you step through our door you will be transported back in time to the Belfast Poor House

Opened in 1774, it provided sanctuary to thousands of people, from the young and old, to local citizens and passing sailors, throughout the years.

With their augmented reality, visitors can now fully immerse themselves in what life was like in the late eighteenth century. Staff and volunteers from Clifton House will share the history of this fantastic building and its people, while they come to life right before your eyes. See how the children learned in the nursery school, experience the ‘Black Hole’ – the punishment room for those who misbehaved. Feel and hear how it was to work in the first cotton mill of the town and how Belfast influenced the rest of the world.

Set up by the philanthropic merchants of the town, the Belfast Charitable Society and its home in Clifton House, has survived rebellions and revolutions, while looking after the welfare of the people of the city. Today, 270 years later, the Belfast Charitable Society continues to address disadvantage and support those in greatest need, through the proceeds from our tours.

Planning your visit:

  • Booking in advance essential
  • Guided tours last approx. 1 -1.5 hours
  • Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of your tour
  • Free car parking onsite
  • Tickets £10pp
  • Car parking is available on site
  • Please advise in advance of any access requirements
Tickets & Pricing
  • Admission £10
Fri, 13 Oct 2023 2:00 - 3:30pm
Sat, 14 Oct 2023 10:00 - 11:30am

Clifton House Belfast

  • 2 North Queen Street
  • Belfast
  • Antrim
  • BT15 1EQ

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Upcoming events at Clifton House Belfast

Clifton House Tour: Experience The Belfast Poor House
Clifton House Tour: Experience The Belfast Poor House
Tours

Clifton House Tour: Experience The Belfast Poor House

1.21 KM
23 Sep - 14 Oct 2023

The history of Belfast begins at Clifton House. From the moment you step through our door you will…

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Hero of Belfast: Mary Ann McCracken Walking Tour
Hero of Belfast: Mary Ann McCracken Walking Tour
History And Heritage

Hero of Belfast: Mary Ann McCracken Walking Tour

1.21 KM
29 Sep - 21 Oct 2023

Experience Mary Ann McCracken’s Belfast, as you walk in the footsteps of this remarkable abolitionist, philanthropist and social…

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Clifton Street Cemetery Tour
Clifton Street Cemetery Tour
History And Heritage

Clifton Street Cemetery Tour

1.21 KM
06 - 07 Oct 2023

Step back in time as you enter through the gates of Clifton Street Cemetery, opened by the Belfast…

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Olaudah Equiano: Aristocrat, Abolitionist, and Activist, with Gareth Russell
Olaudah Equiano: Aristocrat, Abolitionist, and Activist, with Gareth Russell
History And Heritage

Olaudah Equiano: Aristocrat, Abolitionist, and Activist, with Gareth Russell

1.21 KM
Thu, 26 Oct 2023, 7:00pm

A talk by local historian Gareth Russell uncovering the life of Olaudah Equiano: Aristocrat, Abolitionist, and Activist.

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