If you value a well poured pint, local craft beer, tasty wine or cocktails then we here in Mourne Gullion Strangford can point you in the right direction. Here's our suggestions for some bars and pubs that offer a delicious drink, mixed with plenty of craic.
There's something special about the atmosphere of a bustling bar filled with chatter, laughter and music. Whether you are local or just visiting the area, The Mourne Mountains and Ring of Gullion has a vibrant nightlife scene with plenty of options to choose from. So get ready to explore the local pub culture. Enjoy a quiet drink or revel the night away with live music. Cheers to a fun night out!
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Strangford Lough and Lecale
Denvir's Coaching Inn is a historic pub located in Downpatrick, with a cosy ambiance and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy an evening here with friends, the bar offers a selection of cocktails and a wide variety of drinks. You can enjoy traditional Irish music on some weekends, live local artists or the DJ’s tunes and have a dance in the beer garden. Oh, and don’t forget to try some delicious food in their restaurant.
Turley’s Bar in Downpatrick is a popular spot, known for its lively atmosphere and great selection of drinks. It’s an ideal spot in Downpatrick to enjoy a fun night out with friends. Turley's showcase live entertainment each weekend, usually music sessions that run on Saturday nights which bring swarms of people eager to watch the performances.
Not too far from Downpatrick is The Anchor Bar. It is a family run bar located in the seaside town of Killough County Down. It offers a lovely tasting pint and welcoming atmosphere. Every weekend you’re more than likely to find some sort of live entertainment! From talented local musicians, to DJ’s playing on Friday and Saturday nights.
The Dufferin Arms in Killyleagh has been at the heart of Killyleagh since 1802. As well as being a place to have a delicious bite to eat, the Dufferin is a much-loved place for a pint or two. They feature local performers on Saturdays from 4pm and Sunday sessions run from 8pm to 10pm. These local musicians bring people together to enjoy some casual jamming sessions where visitors are welcome to bring their instruments along and join in!
The Cuan, in the beautiful, tranquil village of Strangford, is a lovely bar/restaurant famous for its delicious food and brilliant atmosphere. On occasion the Cuan offers live entertainment to enjoy while drinking a few beverages late into the night.
In the seaside village of Ardglass, The Old Commerical Bar, situated near to the Ardglass Golf Club, is the place to go for a refreshing pint of Guiness especially after a game on the fairways! It is also a great spot to watch live televised sporting events, appreciate local musicians or just join in with the craic.
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Newry City
If you and your friends want more of a nightclub atmosphere, Newry's newest Sports bar & Nightclub, The Whistling Donkey, is the place for you. Enjoy delicious cocktails and pints with their weekly weekend entertainment from sports games, DJs, tribute acts and local artists, what more do you need for a night out with friends?
Ginger Janes is another nightclub option for a Friday or Saturday night in Newry. This just might be the place for you. They have a gin and cocktail bar and serve a tasty food menu with wine pairings. On any weekend it will be busy with party goers.
The Bridge Bar is another one of the go-to pubs in the heart of Newry City. Providing live entertainment each weekend, grab a table, order some drinks and have a memorable night out.
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The Mournes
Kilbroney Bar in Rostrevor is a family run bar and restaurant which offers tasty homecooked food in a beautiful country pub, creating a warm, sociable atmosphere. Kilbroney Bar has plenty happening on the weekends with live music from local artists every Saturday from 10pm, perfect for a few drinks and laughs with family and friends.
The Old Killowen Inn Rostrevor, is a place to enjoy a competitive game of pool with your friends or socialise in the Beer Garden! Each weekend they offer live music from talented local musicians, sing along to the tunes and cheers to a good night.
If you decide you want to hit up a bar with superb live entertainment visit the Cloughmore Inn, Rostrevor. They have talented local artists jamming while you enjoy the cosy setting of this traditional pub, with a roaring fire in winter. It is popular with locals and visitors alike.
The Rostrevor Inn is located in a beautifully refurbished 18th century building, where the Crawford family first started serving drinks in the mid-1800s. The Rostrevor Inn hosts a charming traditional bar, atmospheric snugs and a stylish bistro serving delicious food. With an exciting programme of live events and entertainment, they regularly feature local musical talent for which the area is famed. You might even need to book a bed here as often the entertainment goes right into the wee hours of the morning.
No7 Duke Street, in the picturesque seaside town of Warrenpoint, is a Bar/Restaurant known for its lively environment, great service, and it is an impressive spot for live entertainment as well as being a delicious place to have a bite to eat. Dance the night away with friends and indulge on yummy cocktails and perfectly poured pints.
Ye Old Ship Inn prides itself in being one of Warrenpoint's leading bars for live music and sport. Taste some lovely, locally craft beer and enjoy the friendly atmosphere and ambiance.
The First and last Bar in Warrenpoint is a cosy pub known for its warm atmosphere. It is popular with locals and visitors, whether you are looking for a cold beer or a tasty cocktail, the First and Last Bar has got you covered. Grab a seat, raise a glass and enjoy the live music every weekend.
Receive a warm Irish welcome at Quinns Bar, Newcastle, the bartenders are skilled and ready to whip up some delicious classic cocktails, or if a local craft beer is more your taste, they have a wide variety. Grab a few friends, head over to Quinns for refreshing pints while you watch your favourite footie team play, and some weeknights and weekends they offer some fabulous live music! There's always something happening in this lively pub.
If you're out and about and need some inspiration on where to go? Another place in Newcastle to head to for a drink and some good atmosphere is O’Hares. This dog friendly, cosy pub with a roaring log fire is ready to warm you up. Expect live entertainment on weekends.
Enjoy some live entertainment at the Avoca Hotel on Tuesday nights with the Anchor Ukes, bring your ukulele and join the singalong session. You never know what act you will catch at the weekends so get yourself a cold pint and enjoy.
Check out Macken's Bar and Restaurant, close to the Harbour. There's live music on a Wednesday night and at the weekends. Their Trad Sessions are legendary. In the summer, Sunday's in the Beer Garden are not to be missed.
Close to Newcastle we have the Dundrum Inn. A wonderful Bar/Restaurant and a great place to enjoy some delicious food and drinks. Enjoy a refreshing pint of Guinness and get comfy, some weekends you’ll find talented local artists perform on Saturdays.
Maginn's located in Castlewellan is a popular spot to visit, whether you want some quality affordable food, relax with friends and family over a drink, watch your favourite sport or dance the night away, this outstanding family run bar has something for everyone.
Providing a warm friendly atmosphere is the Kilmorey Arms Hotel in Kilkeel. This hotel is steeped in history, visitors can experience the finest culinary pleasures in the restaurant and bar. They have vast range of cocktails on offer at the bar to enjoy while attending some evening entertainment. The Kilmorey arms has Bingo on Tuesdays at 8pm and each weekend live music is available for you to dance along to.
Ring of Gullion
At the foot of Slieve Gullion, Johnny Murphy’s traditional Irish Pub & Restaurant offers exceptional views. Have a nice romantic meal at their Steak and Wine night and cosy up in a booth feeling the glow of the wood burning fire. Or if you are looking for a spot to party for the night, they have live entertainment on the weekends, grab your friends for a few drinks and soak up the tunes.
The Welcome Inn in Forkhill, located at the southern end of the Ring of Gullion, offers friendly service, complete with traditional ambiance. Live entertainment is available on the weekends! Sit down with a cold pint and enjoy some of the finest musicians the Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion has to offer.
We have lots of fantastic places to have a drink and enjoy some evening entertainment in The Mourne Mountains and Ring of Gullion. Some are even dog friendly and many in convenient, popular locations so come along and enjoy a drink after a busy day conquering hiking trails, visiting forest parks, cycling trails, or viewing some historic locations. We can't wait to see you here.
A charming Coaching Inn dating from 1642 providing bed and breakfast with restaurant service daily and entertainment four nights per week. Meals can be served in the restaurant, the bar, and in either of two function rooms, suitable for larger parties.
Proper Irish pub est 1802. Famous for its traditional music sessions and singer songwriter evenings featuring many well-known artists. Our infamous and very popular seafood chowder is also not to be missed.
The success of The Cuan has been built on consistently serving excellent food and drink coupled with exceptional customer service. A strong emphasis is placed on using fresh ingredients and sourcing our produce locally. Stay over in our bedrooms.
The Kilbroney Bar & Restaurant can be found in the village of Rostrevor right at the foot of the Mourne Mountains Rostrevor,
Famous for delicious, great value food & welcoming ambience, the award-winning Rostrevor Inn hosts a popular bistro, atmospheric traditional bar. The beautifully renovated 1800s building is yards from Kilbroney Park, the gateway to the Mournes.
The Dundrum Inn is situated in the beautiful village of Dundrum on the shores of Dundrum Bay. UK Pub of the Year 2022, best in County Down
Nestled in the Kingdom of Mourne, an area of outstanding natural beauty; The Kilmorey Arms Hotel boasts a prime location for any holiday. With 3 National Trust sites on our doorstep,
Quinns Spirit Grocers have endeavored to retain all the old magic, character and charm which this pub has held for many people down the years with a combination of a pub (at the rear of the present bar) and a shop (in the front).
Situated at the lower end of the town, 'Maginn’s of Castlewellan' is definitely the hot spot in Castlewellan with local and new customers, coming far and wide to enjoy everything this refreshing bar complex has to offer.
The Avoca has 20 exquisite, thoughtfully designed guest rooms with comfort in mind, including Superking Family suites, Kingsize and Superking Double rooms that can accommodate from 4-5 guests. Built in the 1800’s from Mourne granite and local stone, the Avoca, Newcastle, County Down, is situated at the base of the Mourne Mountains with undisturbed views of the Irish Sea.
