Jigsaw Puzzles
We’ve made a range of free online jigsaw puzzles! How many of these famous Lisburn and Castlereagh and Ards and North Down landmarks can you put back together?
Explore Belfast Plus
Family Fun – Belfast Plus
Discover family fun attractions in Lisburn and Castlereagh and Ards and North Down, just minutes from Belfast. See our top suggestions for a fun-filled day out.
Day Trip to Ards and North Down
Enjoy peaceful walks along the coast, experience great days out with the family and uncover fascinating tales from the area's unique history and heritage.
Day Trip to Lisburn and Castlereagh
The Lisburn and Castlereagh area lies 6-9 miles from Belfast. Discover historic villages, walks and fun activities to suit everyone!
10 Things to Do Within 30 Minutes of Belfast
Access both countryside and sea shore within a short drive from Belfast. We look at some of the highlights in the Lisburn, Castlereagh, Ards and North Down areas of Northern Ireland.
Places to Visit
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Abbey Centre See & DoAbbey Centre
Abbey Centre is a large indoor shopping centre, just six miles from Belfast city centre.
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Hillsborough Forest AttractionsHillsborough Forest
Hillsborough Forest is set in the picturesque Georgian village of Hillsborough and sits just a few minutes’ walk…
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Xtreme Bowling at Dundonald International Ice Bowl ActivitiesXtreme Bowling at Dundonald International Ice Bowl
Strike! For a great group day out or a day with the family, why not take to the…
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Castle Espie Wildfowl & Wetlands Centre AttractionsCastle Espie Wildfowl & Wetlands Centre
Castle Espie's tranquil setting offers the best views of Strangford Lough, County Down and is home to Ireland's…
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Hillsborough Visitor Information Centre Information ServicesHillsborough Visitor Information Centre
Hillsborough Tourist Information Centre provides first class information service for visitors
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Let's Go Hydro ActivitiesLet's Go Hydro
Let’s Go Hydro is Ireland’s largest aqua park and alternative accommodation resort. A beautiful and brilliantly designed resort…
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Exploris Aquarium AttractionsExploris Aquarium
Located in Portaferry on the shores of Strangford Lough, you can enjoy a diver's view of marine life…
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Cavehill Walking Tours See & DoCavehill Walking Tours
Join Cavehill Walking Tours for an energetic walk from Belfast Castle to the peak of the Cavehill with…
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Cockle Row Cottages AttractionsCockle Row Cottages
Only 10 minutes from Bangor, these old fisherman's cottages now house a heritage display, visitor information and weekend…
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Ark Open Farm AttractionsArk Open Farm
If you enjoy the great outdoors and lots of interaction with animals of all kinds, then the Ark…
Discover and Explore Belfast Plus
Discover country parks, magnificent estates and historic landmarks just minutes from Belfast. Uncover fascinating tales and stories at these top attractions.
Events and Festivals
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Bluegrass Omagh 2022 Children's EventsBluegrass Omagh 2022
28 - 29 May 2022Come and visit the Ulster American Folk Park for Bluegrass Omagh 2022 event this Spring. There’ll be strumming…
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Sea Bangor Celebrates the Platinum Jubilee Platinum JubileeSea Bangor Celebrates the Platinum Jubilee
04 - 05 Jun 2022Bangor Seafront will come alive with activity on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 June for Sea Bangor Celebrates…
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Boards, Beach and Brunch Ards & North Down ExperiencesBoards, Beach and Brunch
12 Jun - 14 Aug 2022This beautiful wellbeing experience encourages you to make time for yourself and promises to be good for the…
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Comber Earlies Food Festival FestivalsComber Earlies Food Festival
24 - 26 Jun 2022Ards and North Down are delighted for the much-anticipated return of the Comber Earlies Food Festival, on Saturday…
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5* Causeway Tour & Game of Thrones Locations Tours5* Causeway Tour & Game of Thrones Locations
25 May 2022 - 26 Feb 2023Join the only Giant’s Causeway day tour to have a 5 star accreditation from the Northern Ireland Tourist…
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Spring Fling Art and ExhibitionsSpring Fling
24 - 26 May 2022Spring Fling is a gallery exhibition of fine art and craft work by artists living in Northern Ireland…
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Bangor Castle Walled Garden Ards & North Down ExperiencesBangor Castle Walled Garden
Wed, 15 Jun 2022, 6:30pmThis popular guided tour provides an insight into the garden’s history, its restoration and the vast array of…
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Ranger for a Day! Ards & North Down ExperiencesRanger for a Day!
Sat, 18 Jun 2022, 10:00amWork alongside the Reserve Manager and learn what a day in the life of a Warden truly involves…
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The Jubilee Garden Party Platinum JubileeThe Jubilee Garden Party
02 - 05 Jun 2022The Jubilee Garden Party from the 2 – 5 June will be a vintage affair, with local businesses…
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Paws for Gin Ards & North Down ExperiencesPaws for Gin
Sun, 19 Jun 2022, 11:30amDiscover the history of Donaghadee on this dog friendly walking tour. Enjoy a gin cocktail in the Pier36…
