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    Bowling Dundonald International Ice Bowl Belfast
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  1. Image shows cartons of ice-cream with a cow in a field nudging one of the cartons
    Image shows a bunny rabbit and 2 chicks
    Image shows a couple of piglets on the grass
    Image shows children petting sheep in a field
    Image is of a bull in a field and a bright blue sky
    Image shows cartons of ice-cream with a cow in a field nudging one of the cartons
    Image shows a bunny rabbit and 2 chicks
    Image shows a couple of piglets on the grass
    Image shows children petting sheep in a field
    Image is of a bull in a field and a bright blue sky
    Streamvale Open Farm

    Belfast

    Address

    38 Ballyhanwood Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT5 7SN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9048 3244

    hello@streamvale.com

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    Open Farm

    Streamvale Farm is nestled in the rolling hills on the edge of Belfast. The family farm has lots to offer including baby animal cuddling, lots of fantastic play areas and many live shows and demonstrations for all the family to enjoy.

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  2. Sow with 4 baby piglets on grass
    Small boy feeding goat
    Indoor play area with child on mat surrounded by toys
    Indoor soft play area with slides
    Outdoor play area with trees and tunnels
    Outdoor track
    Child feeding ducks
    Indoor Soft play area with child sized dumper trucks and a picnic bench
    Sow with 4 baby piglets on grass
    Small boy feeding goat
    Indoor play area with child on mat surrounded by toys
    Indoor soft play area with slides
    Outdoor play area with trees and tunnels
    Outdoor track
    Child feeding ducks
    Indoor Soft play area with child sized dumper trucks and a picnic bench
    Laganvale Farm

    Lisburn

    Address

    55a Sandy Lane, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 5TL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9460 0116

    laganvalefarmplay@hotmail.com

    Type

    Type:

    Open Farm

    Laganvale Farm caters for all weather offering a super indoor soft play centre which can also be combined with our outdoor attractions down on the farm! Animals, pedal tractors and go-karts, sandpit fun and outdoor play for a great day out.

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  3. Image is of a couple and small child on the ice rink
    Image is of a family posing for a photo in the bowling alley
    Image is of children sitting at a table with party hats on
    Image is of children sitting on the ground holding bowling bowls inside the bowling alley
    Image is of young girl skating alone
    Image is of a young girl playing with coloured balls in a pen
    Image is of children climbing up ropes
    Image is of a couple and small child on the ice rink
    Image is of a family posing for a photo in the bowling alley
    Image is of children sitting at a table with party hats on
    Image is of children sitting on the ground holding bowling bowls inside the bowling alley
    Image is of young girl skating alone
    Image is of a young girl playing with coloured balls in a pen
    Image is of children climbing up ropes
    Dundonald International Ice Bowl

    Dundonald

    Address

    111 Old Dundonald Road, Dundonald, County Down, BT16 1XT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9080 9100

    icebowl@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Ice Skating

    Enjoy a great day out at Dundonald International Ice Bowl. Whether you are looking for a family day out, an evening out with friends or a day out for a school or youth organisation, there is a range of fun packed activities for everyone.

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    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  4. Image shows swimming pool with lots of brightly coloured slides
    Image shows the front of building with people walking on the path outside
    Image shows children splashing around in the swimming pool
    Image shows 2 girls with their hands in the air and going down a slide in the swimming pool
    Image shows swimming pool with lots of brightly coloured slides
    Image shows the front of building with people walking on the path outside
    Image shows children splashing around in the swimming pool
    Image shows 2 girls with their hands in the air and going down a slide in the swimming pool
    Lagan Valley LeisurePlex

    Lisburn

    Address

    18 Lisburn Leisure Park, Governors Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 1LP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9267 2121

    leisureplex@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Sport/Leisure Centre

    Based in the heart of Lisburn City, the LeisurePlex boasts the largest leisure pool in Northern Ireland.

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. Image shows children wearing life jackets, sitting on the edge of the lake
    Image shows inflatables on the lake at Let's Go Hydro
    Image shows people in a dinghy on the lake
    Image shows a family enjoying hot drinks and snacks out doors. Autumnal setting beside glamping pods.
    Image shows family entering a glamping pod
    Image shows children playing on paddle boards
    Image shows people kayaking in a lake
    Image shows children wearing life jackets, sitting on the edge of the lake
    Image shows inflatables on the lake at Let's Go Hydro
    Image shows people in a dinghy on the lake
    Image shows a family enjoying hot drinks and snacks out doors. Autumnal setting beside glamping pods.
    Image shows family entering a glamping pod
    Image shows children playing on paddle boards
    Image shows people kayaking in a lake
    Let's Go Hydro Resort & Spa

    Carryduff

    Address

    1 Mealough Road, Carryduff, County Down, BT8 8GB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9081 4662

    info@letsgohydro.com

    Type

    Type:

    Water Sports

    If you enjoy water-based fun, then Let’s Go Hydro is a must visit. The impressive outdoor attraction, including an inflatable floating obstacle course, provides fun for all. The course features an XXL Tower, slides, climbing wall, hurdles, wiggle…

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. Family at Guess How Much I Love You sculpture in Castle Gardens, Lisburn
    Guess How Much I Love You Trail

    Lisburn

    Address

    Lisburn Visitor Information Centre, Market Square, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT281AG

    Telephone

    02892447622

    vic.lisburn@emails.lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    Guess How Much I Love You Public Art and Literature Trail

    Author and lifelong Lisburn resident, Sam McBratney wrote the international bestseller Guess How Much I Love You in 1994. The heart-warming story went on to sell more than 55 million copies…

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  7. Image is a close up of a pink wild flower in a field
    Image is of a field with cows and countryside beyond
    Image is a close-up of a colourful butterfly in a field
    Image is a close up of a pink wild flower in a field
    Image is of a field with cows and countryside beyond
    Image is a close-up of a colourful butterfly in a field
    Slievenacloy Nature Reserve

    Lisburn

    Address

    Flowbog Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 3TE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4483 0282

    info@ulsterwildlife.org

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Slievenacloy is a vast wildlife paradise of grassland, meadows, rush and heath. It is particularly important for orchids, birds and fungi and offers panoramic views from the Mournes to the Sperrins and beyond. The site is managed by Ulster Wildlife.

    Price

    Free
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    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside - must be on a lead
  8. Young Girl and Dad on Face to Face Climbing Wall
    lder girl excited on Stairway to Heaven Challenge at High Rise Lisburn
    Little boy giving thumbs up while climbing in the Clip and Climb arena at High Rise Lisburn
    Young Boys cheer in the soft play area
    Young girl on climbing wall
    Baby girl crawling in sensory rooms at High Rise Lisburn with bubble tubes behind her
    An image of the Clip 'n Climb indoor climbing area
    An image of the climbing walls
    An image of a person standing on top of the green pillars obstacle known as the Stairway to Heaven
    Bubble tube lights and space projector in Sensory Room 1 at High Rise Lisburn
    Young Girl and Dad on Face to Face Climbing Wall
    lder girl excited on Stairway to Heaven Challenge at High Rise Lisburn
    Little boy giving thumbs up while climbing in the Clip and Climb arena at High Rise Lisburn
    Young Boys cheer in the soft play area
    Young girl on climbing wall
    Baby girl crawling in sensory rooms at High Rise Lisburn with bubble tubes behind her
    An image of the Clip 'n Climb indoor climbing area
    An image of the climbing walls
    An image of a person standing on top of the green pillars obstacle known as the Stairway to Heaven
    Bubble tube lights and space projector in Sensory Room 1 at High Rise Lisburn
    High Rise

    Lisburn

    Address

    11A Altona Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 5QB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9263 6195

    contact@highriseni.org

    Type

    Type:

    Indoor Activities

    High Rise is the perfect venue for family days out with activities for all ages. Clip ‘n Climb offers challenging indoor climbing fun for children age 4+ and adults and there’s also soft play and two interactive sensory rooms. The centre is designed…

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp to main entrance

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
  9. Group taking part in Alpaca Trekking at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Male taking part in Alpaca Trekking at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    3 Alpacas at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Group ordering drinks at coffee stand at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    3 Alpacas at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Luxury Alpaca Trekking Picnics and coffee trailer
    Family looking though picnic basket at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Family looking though picnic basket at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Family looking though picnic basket at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Family enjoying a picnic at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Group taking part in Alpaca Trekking at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Male taking part in Alpaca Trekking at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    3 Alpacas at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Group ordering drinks at coffee stand at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    3 Alpacas at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Luxury Alpaca Trekking Picnics and coffee trailer
    Family looking though picnic basket at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Family looking though picnic basket at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Family looking though picnic basket at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Family enjoying a picnic at Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    Ballyburren, 143 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8HZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9581 6650

    info@ballyburren.com

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes is an award-winning countryside destination near Ballynahinch, just 25 minutes from Belfast. Set within 18 acres of landscaped woodland, ponds and scenic pathways, we offer carefully curated, low-volume experiences in…

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
  10. Image is of man showing woman how to fish
    Gary Bell Fly Fishing

    Lisburn

    Address

    5 Knockagh Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 1UR

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9209 0878

    gary@gbflyfish.com

    Type

    Type:

    Coarse Fishing

    Gary Bell from county Antrim is a professional casting instructor and guide with over 30 years of fly fishing and fly tying experience.

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11. Image is of a beer being pulled on tap at Hilden Brewery
    Image is of a bottle and pint glass of Irish Stout sold at Hilden Brewery
    Image is Belfast Blonde beer sold at Hilden Brewery
    Image shows a smiling bartender holding a pint of Hilden beer
    Image shows outside of building with Hilden Brewery above the doorway
    Image shows Hilden House and driveway
    Image is of a beer being pulled on tap at Hilden Brewery
    Image is of a bottle and pint glass of Irish Stout sold at Hilden Brewery
    Image is Belfast Blonde beer sold at Hilden Brewery
    Image shows a smiling bartender holding a pint of Hilden beer
    Image shows outside of building with Hilden Brewery above the doorway
    Image shows Hilden House and driveway
    Hilden Brewery

    Lisburn

    Address

    90-192 Grand Street, Hilden, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 4TY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9266 0800

    info@hildenbrewery.co.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Brewery

    Hilden Brewery is Ireland's Oldest Independent Brewery. We have been running for over 40 years and in the last seven have added a second brew house, a bottling line and a canning line. *CURRENTLY CLOSED TO VISITORS*

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    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  12. Image is of 2 horses and jockeys racing on the course
    Image is of 2 horses and jockeys in mid race
    Image is of many horses and jockeys in mid race
    Image is of large audience of spectators watching the horse racing
    Image is of 2 horses and jockeys racing on the course
    Image is of 2 horses and jockeys in mid race
    Image is of many horses and jockeys in mid race
    Image is of large audience of spectators watching the horse racing
    Down Royal Racecourse

    Lisburn

    Address

    Down Royal Racecourse, Maze, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 5RW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9262 1256

    info@downroyal.com

    Type

    Type:

    Spectator Sports

    Down Royal Racecourse has brought the ‘Sport of Kings’ to generations of people in Ulster since the 17th Century and is proud to boast some of the most modern facilities for any racegoer.

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  13. Image shows rider on a horse in a field with countryside in the background
    Ballyknock Riding School

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    38 Ballyknock Road, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6EF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9269 2144

    jenniferhowes144@gmail.com

    Type

    Type:

    Equestrian

    Ballyknock Riding School offers group and private tuition in all aspects of horsemanship. Catering for riders of all abilities, whether starting out or returning to riding, to more experienced riders or those wishing to compete.

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Image is of a corridor showing the different Coca-Cola brands
    Image is of a lit up Coca-Cola sign and visitors looking at it
    Image is of visitors playing a game in the Coca-Cola Visitor Experience
    Image is of visitors posing with a red ball and sign showing Coke Studio
    Image is of a member of staff at Coca-Cola Experience enjoying a bottle of Coca-Cola
    Image is of a corridor showing the different Coca-Cola brands
    Image is of a lit up Coca-Cola sign and visitors looking at it
    Image is of visitors playing a game in the Coca-Cola Visitor Experience
    Image is of visitors posing with a red ball and sign showing Coke Studio
    Image is of a member of staff at Coca-Cola Experience enjoying a bottle of Coca-Cola
    Coca-Cola Visitor Experience

    Lisburn

    Address

    Lissue Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 2SZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7449 296338

    visitor.experience.ioi@cchellenic.com

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    The Coca-Cola Visitor Experience is now open, after refurbishment in 2024. 

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  15. View of the lake at Hillsborough Forest from behind trees
    Hillsborough Forest Orienteering

    Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Forest, Hillsborough, County Down, BT266DP

    Type

    Type:

    Orienteering

    Three courses are offered as part of Hillsborough Forest Orienteering

    Indicative Availability

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free)
  16. Funtastic Logo
    Funtastic soft play area
    Funtastic Logo
    Funtastic soft play area
    Funtastic Play

    Carryduff, Belfast

    Address

    Funtastic Play, Comber Road, Carryduff, Belfast, County Antrim, BT8 8AN

    Telephone

    028 9081 5678

    Type

    Type:

    Soft Adventure

    At Funtastic Indoor Play Centre & Mayhem Laser Arena in Carryduff we can offer children hours of endless indoor fun.

    Indicative Availability

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  17. A group of children getting ready to do watersports
    Canoes on land beside the lake
    Child paddle boarding
    A group of children getting ready to do watersports
    Canoes on land beside the lake
    Child paddle boarding
    Moira Lakes

    Aghalee

    Address

    32 Old Church Lane, Aghalee, Co Armagh, BT67 0EY

    Telephone

    07595632875

    Type

    Type:

    Adventure Watersports

    Coming Spring 2022 at Moira Lakes

    Moira Lakes Water Sports and Events Centre accommodate family water sports including a range of paddle sports and private event bookings from weddings, parties to corporate events. Located just outside Moira close…

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  18. An image of the courtyard at the Hinch Distillery
    A tour at the Hinch Distillery
    A plate of food and drink available at the Brasserie
    A staff member serving food at the Brasserie wearing PPE
    The entrance to the Hinch Distillery
    An image of the courtyard at the Hinch Distillery
    A tour at the Hinch Distillery
    A plate of food and drink available at the Brasserie
    A staff member serving food at the Brasserie wearing PPE
    The entrance to the Hinch Distillery
    Hinch Distillery

    Lisburn

    Address

    Carryduff Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 6TZ

    Telephone

    02892791180

    reception@hinchdistillery.com

    Type

    Type:

    Distillery

    The Hinch Distillery sits in the heart of the County Down countryside just north of Ballynahinch and south of the city of Belfast.  Visitors have the opportunity to see learn about our distilling traditions on our guided whiskey tours.  We have also…

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    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  19. Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Ballyburren Outdoor Escapes
    Alpaca Trekking

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    143 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8HZ

    Telephone

    02895 81 6650

    info@ballyburren.com

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Immerse yourself in a truly unique experience designed for friends, family, or solo adventurers. 

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  20. Image shows two individuals playing Padel Tennis on blue court.
    Image shows two individuals playing Padel Tennis on a blue court.
    Image shows 4 individuals playing Padel tennis on a blue court.
    Image shows two individuals playing Padel Tennis on blue court.
    Image shows two individuals playing Padel Tennis on a blue court.
    Image shows 4 individuals playing Padel tennis on a blue court.
    Padel54

    Craigavon

    Address

    Lisnabilla Road, Moira, Craigavon, County Armagh, BT67 0JW

    Telephone

    028 9244 3493

    Info@padel54.com

    Type

    Type:

    Racquet Sports

    6 Indoor Padel Courts.

    Indicative Availability

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
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