Are you planning some day trips for this half term? Great, we have you sorted! Plan your visit to Mourne Mountains and the Ring of Gullion. We are home to striking landscapes and lots of fun activities to keep you entertained.
Here are some of the things you can get up to during your visit.
Delamont Country Park
Pack up a picnic and take a trip to Delamont Country Park. Enjoy a day out in the park with the whole family. There's plenty of room for the dog to have fun on your trip to Delamont in the dog play area, let your pup run free, off lead, in a secure enclosure.
Cranfield Alpacas
This half term experience alpaca fun at Cranfield Alpacas whether you want to take a gentle stroll on the beach with the friendly Alpacas or simply relax in their charming company whilst enjoying the most stunning views, Cranfield Alpacas is your must visit day out destination. Meet, greet and fall in love with their family of Alpacas.
Enjoy A Day Out in Newcastle
A trip to the charming seaside town of Newcastle is a fantastic choice for families, offering plenty to see and do year round. Enjoy Newcastle Beach, explore local play parks, browse the shops, and treat the little ones to a delicious ice cream from one of the many local parlors. For a day filled with excitement, visit Joyland Amusements or Kent Amusements, where themed rides and games promise endless fun.
Clue Rooms
Try out Clue Rooms in Newcastle this half term break, step into a realm of exhilarating adventures in, where escape rooms ignite your inner sleuth, axe throwing lets you unleash your primal prowess, or showcase your finesse in shuffleboard showdowns.
Tyrella Beach
Take a refreshing half term break walk at Tyrella Beach, where golden sands, rolling dunes, and stunning views of the Mourne Mountains create the perfect backdrop for a family adventure, listen to the waves, and let the kids run free while collecting shells along the shore!
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Sheepbridge Family Entertainment Centre
Sheepbridge Family Entertainment Centre is a fantastic destination for families of all ages, offering a wide range of activities to keep everyone entertained. Little ones can climb, slide, and explore in the Cheeky Monkeys play area, featuring a four-tiered climbing frame, ball pools, and soft play zones designed for endless fun. For those seeking a bit more adventure, the excitement continues with bumper boats and battery-powered go-karts, perfect for a thrilling ride. With plenty of space to play, laugh, and make memories, Sheepbridge promises a fun-filled day out for the whole family.
Mourne Archery Centre
Mourne Archery Centre is the perfect place for some indoor excitement. Located in a barn in the heart of Maghera, this center has been a hub for archery enthusiasts since its founding in 2009 and now enjoys a strong local following. Each three-hour session offers a mix of fun challenges, from classic target shooting to popping balloons, ensuring a thrilling experience for beginners and seasoned archers alike.
Newry Mourne Museum
A visit to Newry and Mourne Museum this half term is the ultimate day out for you if you are hungry for knowledge! Take the journey through the rich history and cultural heritage of interesting and picturesque region. There are also child friendly activities throughout the Museum, including interactives, a comic and costumes that children can try on to bring history to life.
Down County Museum
Situated in Downpatrick, the Down County Museum is a must-visit destination during the break, offering a captivating journey through the rich heritage of County Down. With engaging exhibitions, interactive events, hands-on activities, and award-winning educational programs, the museum brings history to life for visitors of all ages.
There are plenty of things to do this half term. For more options have a look on our What's On section or Things to Do.
Have a great half term break.
Situated on the shores of Strangford Lough in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Delamont Country Park, Killyleagh offers peace, beauty and tranquillity. The stunning views across Strangford Lough and the relaxing atmosphere make Delamont Country Park a place to enjoy that 'away from it all feeling'. It is home of the Strangford Stone - the tallest megalith in Ireland. This beautiful 200-acre Country Park offers a great day out for visitors of all ages. Whether you are a keen walker, a nature lover or simply looking for a great day out for all the family you will find plenty to entertain you in Delamont Country Park.
Tyrella beach and conservation area is a small, enclosed dune complex within Dundrum Bay. It is a wide, flat, sandy beach two kilometres long and backed by 25 hectares of mature dunes in a conservation area.
Bagenal’s Castle located in historic Newry is a 16th century fortified house and adjoining 19th Century warehouse, and has been sympathetically restored to house Newry & Mourne Museum and Newry Visitor Information Centre.
Down County Museum is located in the old county Gaol of Down. It houses fascinating exhibitions on the history of Down as well as restored cells with life-size figures of prisoners and their gaolers.
Meet, mingle, feed and herd our charming Alpacas surrounded by panoramic views of the Mournes and Carlingford Lough. Our alpaca adventure trail experience lets you get up close to our family of Alpacas whilst enjoying tales of Vikings, Knights, Emigration, Greencastle Aerodrome and learning about the Mourne Mountains, Carlingford Lough and Greencastle Castle. Children will love our treasure hunt and adults are awarded their alpaca adventure herding certificate – to frame when you get home! ** Awarded Tourism Northern Ireland's Best Visitor Experience 2022**
