Ulster Folk Museum
Description
Step back one hundred years and discover the traditions and heritage of Ulster’s past at Ulster Folk Museum.
Visit the Ballycultra Tearooms for a light bite and refreshment during your visit, or bring a picnic to enjoy using one of the many picnic benches located on the museum site. It is advised that visitors pre-book their tickets in advance.
Find out what to expect from your visit, how to get here and what’s on at ulsterfolkmuseum.org.
Bronze - Green Tourism Accredited
- 153 Bangor Road
- Cultra
- Belfast
- Antrim
- BT18 0EU
Top Reasons To Visit
- Celebrates Ulster’s folk heritage and traditions
- Daily demonstrations by talented makers
- Reconnect with nature in the stunning landscape of the museum
- Committed to sharing sustainable ways of living
- Special events throughout the year
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Admission
- Adult: £11.50
- Senior: £9.00
- Student (with valid ID): £9.00
- Child (5 to 17): £7.00
- Child (under 5): Free
- Family 1 Adult & up to 3 Children £24.50
- Family 2 Adults & up to 3 Children £32.00
- Carers (with valid ID): Free
- Accessibility: Free
- Members: Free
Contact Details
- 153 Bangor Road
- Cultra
- Belfast
- Antrim
- BT18 0EU
Current Opening Hours
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Tuesday
10:00-16:00
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Wednesday
10:00-16:00
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Thursday
10:00-16:00
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Friday
10:00-16:00
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Saturday
11:00-16:00
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Sunday
11:00-16:00
Gallery
Textile Takeover
Explore the world of textiles and sustainability, learn repair skills, see demos, attend talks, and shop vintage.
Ulster Folk MuseumTree Folklore Walk
Get inspired by history, folklore and mythology of trees in this guided walk with The Conservation Volunteers.
Ulster Folk MuseumHomes in Focus: The Old Rectory
Discover the Old Rectory with Senior Curator of History. Learn about the building's distinguishing features and discover what life was like in the early 1900s.
Ulster Folk MuseumHallowe’en at Ulster Folk Museum
Trick or treat? You will be treated to a real Hallowe'en experience filled with old customs and traditions at the Folk Museum.
Ulster Folk MuseumWinter Foraging
Join foraging and food expert Clare McQuillan on 10th November for a Winter foraging walk around the beautiful rural surroundings of the Ulster Folk Museum.
Ulster Folk MuseumMaking Christmas: Traditional Treats
From chocolate truffles to traditional mincemeat, make some tasty treats this Christmas at the Ulster Folk Museum
Ulster Folk MuseumMaking Christmas: Willow Decorations
Get hands-on with willow weaving in this bespoke workshop at Ulster Folk Museum led by craft demonstrator, Bob Johnston.
Ulster Folk MuseumChristmas at Ulster Folk Museum
Wander the snowy, cobbled streets of the Ulster Folk Museum and experience Christmas the traditional way.
Ulster Folk MuseumMaking Christmas: Candles
Get hands-on at this Christmas candle making workshop at the Ulster Folk Museum on Saturday 30th November.
Ulster Folk MuseumVisit Santa at Ulster Folk Museum
Come and meet Father Christmas at the most magical time of year before he packs up his sleigh and returns to the North Pole.
Ulster Folk MuseumMaking Christmas: Rag Wreaths
Make a Christmas wreath at the Ulster Folk Museum using sustainable rag materials that you can bring home and use for years to come.
Ulster Folk MuseumChristmas Evenings at the Ulster Folk Museum
Have an enchanting Christmas evening at the Ulster Folk Museum.
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