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  1. Image is of the Lady Alice Temple with surrounding foliage
    Image is of a long shot of the back of the property and gardens
    Image is of a room with wooden floor, large rug, various paintings on the wall and 2 throne chairs
    Image is of a hallway with wooden seating, various paintings on the walls and winding staircase
    Image is of woman and child looking at a crown on a cushion
    Image shows visitors viewing various paintings on the wall in one of the visiting rooms
    image is of visitors enjoying the gardens and inspecting the flowers and plants with the castle in the background
    Image is of the Lady Alice Temple in the background and with a couple sitting on a wall in the foreground
    Image is of the Lady Alice Temple with surrounding foliage
    Image is of a long shot of the back of the property and gardens
    Image is of a room with wooden floor, large rug, various paintings on the wall and 2 throne chairs
    Image is of a hallway with wooden seating, various paintings on the walls and winding staircase
    Image is of woman and child looking at a crown on a cushion
    Image shows visitors viewing various paintings on the wall in one of the visiting rooms
    image is of visitors enjoying the gardens and inspecting the flowers and plants with the castle in the background
    Image is of the Lady Alice Temple in the background and with a couple sitting on a wall in the foreground
    Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Main Street, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 333 320 6000

    info@hrp.org.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Awards

    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    Hillsborough Castle is one of the most beautiful, and interesting historic properties in Northern Ireland, and the official residence of the Royal Family when they are in Northern Ireland.

    Indicative Availability

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    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi
  2. Family ona bench looking over the lake at Hillsborough Forest
    Couple piggybacking through Hillsborough Forest
    Family walking through the tress at Hillsborough Forest
    Child on slide at play park
    Child on the climbing ropes at play park
    Woodland themed playpark in Hillsborough Forest
    Woodland themed playpark at Hillsborough Forest
    Couple eating ice cream cones at side of lake in Hillsborough Forest
    Family ona bench looking over the lake at Hillsborough Forest
    Couple piggybacking through Hillsborough Forest
    Family walking through the tress at Hillsborough Forest
    Child on slide at play park
    Child on the climbing ropes at play park
    Woodland themed playpark in Hillsborough Forest
    Woodland themed playpark at Hillsborough Forest
    Couple eating ice cream cones at side of lake in Hillsborough Forest
    Hillsborough Forest

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    22 Large Park, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AL

    margaret.mcavoy@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Hillsborough Forest is set in the picturesque Georgian village of Hillsborough and sits just a few minutes walk from Hillsborough Castle, adjacent to Hillsborough Fort. A popular choice among bird-watchers, dog walkers, photographers and…

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    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside
  3. 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
    Image is of 2 horses and jockeys racing on the course
    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:

    Equestrian

    Awards

    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    The Down Royal Corporation of Horsebreeders was created in 1685 by Royal Charter from King James II, the objective being the encouragement of horse breeding in the County of Down.

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  4. Image shows bedroom with pine door and replica penny farthing bicycle on the wall
    Image shows man and women wearing bicycle helmets and standing on a bridge in the countryside
    Image shows 2 women holding bicycle helmets and standing on bridge in the countryside
    Image shows man standing in a garden with a bicycle outside property
    Image shows bedroom with pine door and replica penny farthing bicycle on the wall
    Image shows man and women wearing bicycle helmets and standing on a bridge in the countryside
    Image shows 2 women holding bicycle helmets and standing on bridge in the countryside
    Image shows man standing in a garden with a bicycle outside property
    Berwick Hall Cycling Tours

    Craigavon

    Address

    1 Hillsborough Road, Moira, Aughnadrumman, Craigavon, Co Armagh, BT67 0HG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9261 1577

    raymondswilson@yahoo.co.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    Stay in a historic cottage in Moira, 15 miles south west (22mins train) from Belfast city centre and enjoy guided cycle tours provided by owner and keen cyclist Raymond. Raymond has great knowledge of counties Armagh Down and Antrim.

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  5. 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
  6. Image is of signage with outline of a horse
    Image is of a young girl on a horse
    Image is of a brown horse sitting in a field
    Image is of a young girl on a trotting horse.
    Image is of 2 riders on a country lane with 2 people walking behind them
    Image is of a group of children holding certificates
    Image is of a group of children on horses and a trainer standing in front of a jump
    Black and white image of horses and riders inside a training course
    Image is of a rider and horse jumping over a fence in a field
    Image is of signage with outline of a horse
    Image is of a young girl on a horse
    Image is of a brown horse sitting in a field
    Image is of a young girl on a trotting horse.
    Image is of 2 riders on a country lane with 2 people walking behind them
    Image is of a group of children holding certificates
    Image is of a group of children on horses and a trainer standing in front of a jump
    Black and white image of horses and riders inside a training course
    Image is of a rider and horse jumping over a fence in a field
    Lime Park Equestrian Centre

    Moira

    Address

    5 Lime Kiln Road, Maghaberry, Moira, County Armagh, BT67 0JD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9262 1139

    info@limeparkequestrian.co.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Equestrian

    Awards

    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    First class tuition by qualified instructors for adults and children at every level of ability. Residential and day camps for all ages during the summer season feature trips to local beaches and forest parks.

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. Small boy feeding goat
    One alpaca looking straight at camera
    Indoor play area with child on mat surrounded by toys
    Indoor soft play area with slides
    Outdoor play area with trees and tunnels
    Sow with 4 baby piglets on grass
    Outdoor track
    Child feeding ducks
    Indoor Soft play area with child sized dumper trucks and a picnic bench
    Small boy feeding goat
    One alpaca looking straight at camera
    Indoor play area with child on mat surrounded by toys
    Indoor soft play area with slides
    Outdoor play area with trees and tunnels
    Sow with 4 baby piglets on grass
    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 9508 6351

    laganvalefarm@hotmail.com

    Type

    Type:

    Open Farm

    Awards

    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    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
  8. Tree lined avenue in Castle Gardens leading up to memorial
    Image is of view of the countryside from high steps in the gardens
    Image shows signage in the gardens with path and benches
    Image is of gardens and Wallace fountain
    Image is of gardens and Wallace fountain
    Image is a close up of the Wallace Fountain which is a blue colour
    Image is of open gates leading to a monument in the gardens. There is a couple walking towards the gates.
    Park bench in the summer time at Castle Gardens
    Image is of the Wallace Fountain and flowers in the foreground with a couple walking hand in hand in the background
    Tree lined avenue in Castle Gardens leading up to memorial
    Image is of view of the countryside from high steps in the gardens
    Image shows signage in the gardens with path and benches
    Image is of gardens and Wallace fountain
    Image is of gardens and Wallace fountain
    Image is a close up of the Wallace Fountain which is a blue colour
    Image is of open gates leading to a monument in the gardens. There is a couple walking towards the gates.
    Park bench in the summer time at Castle Gardens
    Image is of the Wallace Fountain and flowers in the foreground with a couple walking hand in hand in the background
    Lisburn Castle Gardens

    Lisburn

    Address

    Castle Street, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 4SP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9266 3377

    ilc.reception@lisburn.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Castle Gardens is the most historically significant open space in Lisburn and was once the site of Lisburn Castle, a 17th century fortified manor house, built by the Conway family, the landlords of Lisburn.

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    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside - must be on a lead

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  9. Image shows cartons of ice-cream with a cow in a field nudging one of the cartons
    image shows a sheep dog inside a toy tin car
    Image shows a bunny rabbit and 2 chicks
    Image shows reindeer in a field covered in snow
    Image shows a couple of piglets on the grass
    Image shows someone holding 2 golden coloured puppies up to the camera
    Image shows children petting sheep in a field
    Image shows a tractor pulling a trailer full of people some who are waving
    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 sheep dog inside a toy tin car
    Image shows a bunny rabbit and 2 chicks
    Image shows reindeer in a field covered in snow
    Image shows a couple of piglets on the grass
    Image shows someone holding 2 golden coloured puppies up to the camera
    Image shows children petting sheep in a field
    Image shows a tractor pulling a trailer full of people some who are waving
    Image is of a bull in a field and a bright blue sky
    Streamvale Open Farm

    Belfast

    Address

    38 Ballyhanwood Road, Dundonald, Belfast, County Down, BT5 7SN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9048 3244

    hello@streamvale.com

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Open Farm

    Awards

    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    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
  10. 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

    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.

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    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside - must be on a lead
  11. Image shows inflatables on the lake at Let's Go Hydro
    Image shows man jumping onto inflatable on the water
    Image shows outside seating area with people eating and drinking at picnic tables
    Image shows view of lake from above with countryside around
    Image shows lake with inflatables and area around it with picnic tables and people standing around watching the activities
    Image shows children wearing life jackets, sitting on the edge of the lake
    Image shows 2 people water skiing on the lake
    Image shows people in a dinghy on the lake
    Image shows inflatables on the lake at Let's Go Hydro
    Image shows man jumping onto inflatable on the water
    Image shows outside seating area with people eating and drinking at picnic tables
    Image shows view of lake from above with countryside around
    Image shows lake with inflatables and area around it with picnic tables and people standing around watching the activities
    Image shows children wearing life jackets, sitting on the edge of the lake
    Image shows 2 people water skiing on the lake
    Image shows people in a dinghy on the lake
    Let's Go Hydro Watersports & Activity Resort

    Belfast

    Address

    1 Mealough Road, Carryduff, Belfast, Co Antrim, BT8 8GB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9081 4662

    info@letsgohydro.com

    Type

    Type:

    Canoeing & Kayaking

    Awards

    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    Let’s Go Hydro is an exciting new Water Sports and Alternative Accommodation Resort at Knockbracken Reservoir, a former Industrial Heritage site.

    Indicative Availability

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Image is of various people racing go-karts on an outdoor track
    Image is of a few go-karts lined up on the ground
    Image is of a track and surrounding countryside
    Image is of many riders with helmets on leaning over a fence
    Image is of various people racing go-karts on an outdoor track
    Image is of a few go-karts lined up on the ground
    Image is of a track and surrounding countryside
    Image is of many riders with helmets on leaning over a fence
    Lyons Karting

    Hillsborough

    Address

    112 Comber Road, Ballyhomra, Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7592 398 066

    lkbookings@hotmail.com

    Type

    Type:

    Motor Sports and Karting

    A fantastic, professionally run, fast flowing go-karting circuit in Northern Ireland. Five minutes from Lisburn and five minutes from Hillsborough.

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Image is of a man water-skiing
    Image is of water-skier taking a jump
    Image is of a female water-skier on the water
    Image is of a male water-skier and boat beside them on the water
    Image is of a man water-skiing
    Image is of water-skier taking a jump
    Image is of a female water-skier on the water
    Image is of a male water-skier and boat beside them on the water
    Meteor Waterski Club

    Lisburn

    Address

    Meteor Waterski Club, Breagh Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 6TU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7917 728638

    secretary@meteorwaterski.com

    Type

    Type:

    Adventure Sports

    Meteor Water Ski Club is based on an inland lake and operates from Easter to October.
    Monday evenings are open to visitors, but other times can be arranged.
    Groups can hire the club, along with a boat driver/coach.

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Image shows various inflatables in the main area of We Are Vertigo
    Image shows tables and chair in the cafe area
    Shows image of children on a climbing wall with a man watching them from down below
    Image is a close up of 2 boys on a climbing frame
    Image is of a girl on the indoor ski slope
    Image is of an overhead view of the play area
    Image is of the large inflatable play area
    Image is of children climbing up a steep wall with a man with a Crew sweatshirt at the bottom
    Image is of the large inflatables and children jumping on to them. The word Vertigo is branded on the inflatable.
    Image shows various inflatables in the main area of We Are Vertigo
    Image shows tables and chair in the cafe area
    Shows image of children on a climbing wall with a man watching them from down below
    Image is a close up of 2 boys on a climbing frame
    Image is of a girl on the indoor ski slope
    Image is of an overhead view of the play area
    Image is of the large inflatable play area
    Image is of children climbing up a steep wall with a man with a Crew sweatshirt at the bottom
    Image is of the large inflatables and children jumping on to them. The word Vertigo is branded on the inflatable.
    We Are Vertigo

    Belfast

    Address

    Cedarhurst Road, Newtownbreda Factory Estate, Belfast, County Antrim, BT8 7RH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 87 0066 1522

    info@wearevertigo.com

    Type

    Type:

    Climbing

    Awards

    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    We Are Vertigo is Northern Ireland’s number one family entertainment complex, featuring the world's largest Inflatable Action Course, Indoor Ski Slopes and an Adventure centre. Located just 15 minutes from Belfast's City Centre.

    Indicative Availability

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    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. 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@lisburn.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Swimming Pool

    Awards

    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021We're Good to Go

    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
  16. Image is of 2 children on mini quad bikes
    Image is of a billy got being fed
    Image is of a group of children with some on mini quad bikes
    Image is of an archery board with darts
    Image is of a child feeding a lamb milk from a bottle
    Image is of 2 children on mini quad bikes
    Image is of a billy got being fed
    Image is of a group of children with some on mini quad bikes
    Image is of an archery board with darts
    Image is of a child feeding a lamb milk from a bottle
    Spruce Meadows Activity Farm

    Lisburn

    Address

    112 Ravarnet Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 5NF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9267 8392

    info@spruce-meadows.co.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Motor Sports and Karting

    Spruce Meadows Activity Farm has a coffee shop on site and activities to suit everyone - quad biking, pitch n putt golf, fishing, archery, off road jeep rides, football golf, tennis, trailer rides, barrel train rides, reptile handling and much more

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    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Image shows rider on a horse in a field with countryside in the background
    Ballyknock Riding School

    Hillsborough

    Address

    38 Ballyknock Road, 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
  18. Image shows members of a walking group standing at the gates of Hillsborough Castle
    Image shows members of a walking group standing at the gates of Hillsborough Castle
    Image shows gateway to Hillsborough Fort
    Image shows a row of Georgian houses in Hillsborough village
    Images shows a war memorial surrounded by flowers and trees in a courtyard type setting
    Image shows members of a walking group standing at the gates of Hillsborough Castle
    Image shows members of a walking group standing at the gates of Hillsborough Castle
    Image shows gateway to Hillsborough Fort
    Image shows a row of Georgian houses in Hillsborough village
    Images shows a war memorial surrounded by flowers and trees in a courtyard type setting
    Hillsborough Walking Tours

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Visitor Information Centre, The Square, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7988936567

    booking@hillsboroughwalkingtours.co.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    Hillsborough is a village of Georgian town houses, interesting shops, bars, restaurants and more importantly wonderful historic buildings and parkland. They include the Fort, the Castle and a beautiful Church.

    Indicative Availability

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  19. Image shows row of children on mini motorcycles
    Image shows building with E-Trax logo on the front
    Image shows male racing a motorcycle on the course
    Image shows row of children on mini motorcycles
    Image shows building with E-Trax logo on the front
    Image shows male racing a motorcycle on the course
    E-Trax NI Ltd

    Moira

    Address

    20 Lisnabilla Road, Moira, County Down, BT67 0JW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9261 7321

    gareth@etrax-ni.co.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Motor Sports and Karting

    Come and experience the thrill of riding off road motocross machinery indoors all year round.

    More Info

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  20. Image is of 2 park benches in the grounds of Castle Gardens in Lisburn
    Lisburn Historic Quarter Trail

    Address

    Lisburn City Centre

    Telephone

    02892447622

    vic.lisburn@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Self-guided tour

    Lisburn, which was originally known as Lisnagarvey (the fort of the gamesters) was founded in the early 17th century. Today, many local sports clubs and organisations still carry its original name.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022
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