Description

The much-loved Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market returns on Saturday 31 May 2025, set against the charming backdrop of The Dark Walk and the historic Hillsborough Fort.

Running from 10am to 4pm, the Royal Hillsborough market is a celebration of local produce, artisan crafts, live music, and community spirit - making it a perfect day out for all ages.

With 50 stalls of high-quality, locally made food, drink, and craft, visitors can enjoy everything from handcrafted sourdoughs and patisserie delights to local cheeses, preserves, kombucha, seasonal produce, and street food.

You'll also find artisan skincare, ceramics, jewellery, and sustainable lifestyle products, all lovingly created by Northern Ireland’s talented makers.

Families can enjoy live acoustic music, a Fun with Drums workshop, arts and crafts for kids, face painting, and balloon modelling throughout the day.

Highlights include:

  • Fresh produce from local farms and orchards
  • Gourmet baked goods and Irish cheeses
  • Artisan teas, cordials, kombucha and preserves
  • Handmade crafts, homewares, jewellery and ceramics
  • Live music and children’s entertainment
  • Historic Hillsborough Fort Guard Investiture Ceremony including a formal parade at 1.45pm through the village

Why not make a day of it? Enjoy this historic celebration, explore the scenic trails, visit the Hillsborough Fort, or browse the independent shops, cafés, and bars that give Royal Hillsborough its unique charm.

Payments: Most vendors accept card payments but not all.

Parking: Hillsborough Forest & Ballynahinch Street Pay & Display Car Park and Beechlawn School

Accessibility

  • The market is fully accessible to disabled visitors.

Keep an eye on their social channels for live updates and trader spotlights.

Tickets & Pricing
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sat, 26 Jul 2025 10:00am - 4:00pm

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