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  1. Forest Activities
    With plenty of fun for all the family, from Stories on the Mountains to Family Treasure Hunts. Come with us as we go into the woods this Summer in Castlewellan Forest Park, Delamont Country Park, Kilbroney Park and Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
  2. Experience Activity & Adventure
    Come and try out 15 new outdoor activity and adventure experiences promising unforgettable moments for nature enthusiasts, soft adventurers and thrill-seekers alike in the Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark.
  3. Weekly What's On
    From family fun, fabulous festivals and vivacious events, let us help you plan your trip with out weekly guide to What's On.

This Week

Afternoon tea at Killeavy Castle
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

29th April 2024-31st December 2027

Afternoon tea

Banyan Elves and Shoemaker Poster
LocationMain Street, Newcastle

Openings

Season

22nd December 2024

There was once a poor shoemaker, who worked very hard, but still he could not earn enough to live…

santa in oz
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

28th November 2024-23rd December 2024

Santa in Oz is in residence at the Saint Patrick Centre

Winter Solstice mandela
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

21st December 2024

Solstice literally means 'light standing still'. This is the perfect chance to stop and connect…

Advertisement for Newry Ghost Walk featuring an atmospheric image of a historic church, bathed in soft twilight with shadows hinting at its haunting p
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

1st December 2024-31st December 2024

Dare to uncover Newry's haunted past? Join the ghost walk from Newry Town Hall on Fridays and…

Donkeys in Festive Gear, Ballynahinch County Down
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

21st December 2024

Season

21st December 2024

Children under 1 year old are welcome to join the festivities free of charge. Please do not book…

shortcross irish whiskey distillery
LocationCrossgar

Openings

Season

4th November 2024-21st December 2024

Join us and taste County Down's first distilled whiskey in over 100 years.

Elf
LocationMain Street, Newcastle

Openings

Season

21st December 2024

Get ready to jingle all the way to the most magical weekend of the season! This December, Newcastle…

santa at montalto
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

SOLD OUT

7th December 2024-23rd December 2024

Experience Montalto's Magical Christmas with Santa Claus & Helpers… Wrap up warm as you prepare to…

bingo
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

27th December 2024

Keep the festive spirit alive with our fun-fuelled Chrimbo Bingo evening. It's a crazy mix of…

Murlough Driftwood by Evan Boyce WINNER
LocationEnglish Street, Downpatrick

Openings

Season

3rd December 2024-1st February 2025

Magnificent Mourne Gullion Strangford! Our Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty through the seasons…

Same Art Examples
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th September 2024-27th June 2025

Make Art with Sand!

Christmas tree in old Gaol Cell
LocationEnglish Street, Downpatrick

Openings

Season

21st December 2024

Join us for FREE at Down County Museum to celebrate Christmas Past and Present

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

7th April 2024-31st December 2027

Slow Roast Sunday

The Cuan - Pour Your Own Pint
LocationStrangford

Openings

Group Booking Essential

19th January 2024-26th December 2024

Pour your own Pint Enjoy the experience of pouring your own pint.  Take home a T Shirt and…

Afternoon Tea selection
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

21st August 2024-28th December 2024

Treat yourself to an Afternoon Tea at The Café at Montalto.

Santa at East Coast Adventure
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Season

15th November 2024-22nd December 2024

Visit Santa take part in our family festive activities - suitable for all ages

Large group on Tour
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Shelagh Henry

10th November 2024-23rd February 2025

Experience the Flight of the Red Kite as the Kites gather together and wheel and soar around a…

Santa at the lodge, East Coast Adventure, Rostrevor
Location34 Lower Knockbarragh Road, Rostrevor

Openings

Hourly visits from 4pm daily

1st November 2024-21st December 2024

Fabulous Santa Experience at East Coast Adventure Rostrevor

Taproom & Pizzeria at Whitewater Brewery, Castlewellan
LocationClarkhill Road, Castlewellan

Openings

Season

27th January 2024-21st December 2024

Enjoy a selection of Whitewaters award winning beer along with its own Sourdough pizzas at the…

Cranfield Alpacas Christmasfest
LocationKilkeel

Openings

Season

21st December 2024

Join Cranfield Alpacas this December for our magical Alpaca ChristmasFest Experience. Experience…

Tim McGarry Poster Christmas Cracker
LocationMain Street, Newcastle

Openings

Season

27th December 2024

Join us this Christmas as we welcome back our popular Christmas Cracker - an evening jam packed…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

4th April 2024-31st December 2027

four and seven-course menu

Santa in his red suit sitting at his desk in his library, with walls filled with books writing with a quill.
LocationWarrenpoint

Openings

4.15pm - 7.30pm

1st December 2024-22nd December 2024

Step into a fairytale this Christmas with Santa at the Castle! Bring the kids along for…

Next Week

Afternoon tea at Killeavy Castle
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

29th April 2024-31st December 2027

Afternoon tea

Festive Afternoon Tea at Downpatrick and County Down Railway
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

Season

29th December 2024

A festive themed afternoon tea

Advertisement for Newry Ghost Walk featuring an atmospheric image of a historic church, bathed in soft twilight with shadows hinting at its haunting p
LocationNewry

Openings

Season

1st December 2024-31st December 2024

Dare to uncover Newry's haunted past? Join the ghost walk from Newry Town Hall on Fridays and…

santa at montalto
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

SOLD OUT

7th December 2024-23rd December 2024

Experience Montalto's Magical Christmas with Santa Claus & Helpers… Wrap up warm as you prepare to…

bingo
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

27th December 2024

Keep the festive spirit alive with our fun-fuelled Chrimbo Bingo evening. It's a crazy mix of…

Murlough Driftwood by Evan Boyce WINNER
LocationEnglish Street, Downpatrick

Openings

Season

3rd December 2024-1st February 2025

Magnificent Mourne Gullion Strangford! Our Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty through the seasons…

Same Art Examples
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th September 2024-27th June 2025

Make Art with Sand!

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

7th April 2024-31st December 2027

Slow Roast Sunday

Trail Quest
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Season

29th December 2024

It's almost that special time of the year again, the one we've been counting down to, the one we've…

The Cuan - Pour Your Own Pint
LocationStrangford

Openings

Group Booking Essential

19th January 2024-26th December 2024

Pour your own Pint Enjoy the experience of pouring your own pint.  Take home a T Shirt and…

Human Touch
LocationMain Street, Newcastle

Openings

Season

28th December 2024

Ireland's Number 1 Tribute to Bruce Springsteen Formed in 2009, and performing since 2010, 'The…

Afternoon Tea selection
LocationBallynahinch

Openings

Season

21st August 2024-28th December 2024

Treat yourself to an Afternoon Tea at The Café at Montalto.

Large group on Tour
LocationCastlewellan

Openings

Shelagh Henry

10th November 2024-23rd February 2025

Experience the Flight of the Red Kite as the Kites gather together and wheel and soar around a…

Tim McGarry Poster Christmas Cracker
LocationMain Street, Newcastle

Openings

Season

27th December 2024

Join us this Christmas as we welcome back our popular Christmas Cracker - an evening jam packed…

Killeavy Estate longhorn beef
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

4th April 2024-31st December 2027

four and seven-course menu

Examples of Cookies
LocationNewcastle

Openings

Season

9th September 2024-26th June 2025

Paint Your Own Cookies

Next Month

Eagle mountain views
LocationAttical

Openings

Season

18th January 2025

As part of our TRY HIKING DAYS, join us on the Beautiful hike up Eagle and Shanlieve, and give…

'roselight' Exhibition by Frances O'Reilly
LocationDownpatrick

Openings

During Down Arts Centre opening hours

9th January 2025-1st February 2025

In this exhibition at Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick, the artist, Frances O’Reilly, presents a…

Afternoon tea at Killeavy Castle
LocationKilleavy

Openings

Season

29th April 2024-31st December 2027

Afternoon tea

Taking in the views on Seefin mountain
LocationAnnalong

Openings

Season

25th January 2025

A moderate difficulty hike along the Mourne wall, taking in three small peaks on the edge of…

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Make your day

  1. Arts & Theatre Events
    Wander the galleries or take in a show with the Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion. Our theatres, art centres and galleries are home to a busy calendar of events and festivals. Whether you’re a lover of musicals, or an art history buff, you’re sure to find something you’ll love.
  2. Sports Events
    The Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion has been the scenic backdrop to a number of world-class sporting events. Northern Ireland is home to international sporting superstars, like Rory McIlroy and the Dunlop family.
  3. Music Events
    We punch well above our weight when it comes to live music. Whether you’re looking for a traditional session in a cosy pub, hard-driving blues, or the glitz and glamour of musical theatre, we’ve got something to suit every taste.
  4. Family Events
    For days out with the whole family, the Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion offers a busy calendar of events to suit all ages. Throughout the year, our towns and villages are hubs of activity and fun for the whole family.
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