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  1. Family in cock pit of helicopter
    Children in cockpit of helicopter with helmets on and using controls
    Family walking under the wing of an aircraft in bunker
    Kids in helicopter with foors open
    Couple walking through aircraft in bunker
    Couple looking at an artillery machine in bunker
    Family in cock pit of helicopter
    Children in cockpit of helicopter with helmets on and using controls
    Family walking under the wing of an aircraft in bunker
    Kids in helicopter with foors open
    Couple walking through aircraft in bunker
    Couple looking at an artillery machine in bunker
    Ulster Aviation Society

    Lisburn

    Address

    Via Gate 3 - Maze Long Kesh, 94-b Halftown Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 5RF

    bookvisit@ulsteraviationsociety.org

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    A unique array of historic aircraft and exhibits celebrating Northern Ireland’s aviation heritage. See commercial, Cold War and World War 2 aircraft, stroll among the displays, observe restorations in progress in a historic hangar.

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi
  2. Image is of a hot tub with a glass drink sitting on the side
    Image is of brick wall painted with colourful flowers
    Image is of a hot tub with a glass drink sitting on the side
    Image is of brick wall painted with colourful flowers
    Sanctuary Day Spa

    Lisburn

    Address

    12 Railway Street, Lisburn, Co Antrim, BT28 1XG

    Telephone

    02892646070

    info@thesanctuary.com

    Type

    Type:

    Day Spa

    We understand how important your time is and have designed our treatments and boutique environment to immerse you in an atmosphere of soothing indulgence.

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    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (charge)

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access

less than 2 miles

  1. 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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less than 5 miles

  1. The Beacon of Light sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Beacon of Light sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Beacon of Light sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Beacon of Light sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Beacon of Light sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Beacon of Light sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Beacon of Light

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Forest, Royal Hillsborough, Down, BT26 6DP

    Telephone

    028 9244 7622

    vic.lisburn@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    The inspiration for Beacon of Light comes from a series of photographs taken by the artist in the village of Royal Hillsborough at night.

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  2. Image is of the Fort with a large tree and daffodils in the foreground
    Image is of the Fort with a large tree and daffodils in the foreground
    Hillsborough Fort

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    The Square, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    scmenquiries@communities-ni.gov.uk

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Owned by Historic Royal Palaces, Hillsborough Fort was constructed in the 17th Century, and sits nestled in picturesque parkland in the heart of the town. Built to protect the road leading from Carrickfergus to Dublin, the fort has been a place of…

    Price

    Free
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    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  3. Image is of woman and child looking at a crown on a cushion
    A man and his son visit Hillsborough Castle and Gardens.
    Image shows visitors viewing various paintings on the wall in one of the visiting rooms
    Image is of woman and child looking at a crown on a cushion
    A man and his son visit Hillsborough Castle and Gardens.
    Image shows visitors viewing various paintings on the wall in one of the visiting rooms
    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 House / Palace

    Come and explore Northern Ireland's royal residence, where worlds and minds meet. Relax in 100 acres of picturesque gardens, explore the State Rooms still used today and indulge in delicious food and drink in our café.

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    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

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

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  4. The Cube sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Cube sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park with sun shining down
    The Cube sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Cube sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Cube sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park with sun shining down
    The Cube sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Unit of Life

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Forest, Royal Hillsborough, Down, BT26 6DP

    Telephone

    028 9244 7622

    vic.lisburn@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    A sculpture with windows into the nature of science. 

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  5. Image is of gardens and Wallace fountain
    Tree lined avenue in Castle Gardens leading up to memorial
    Image is of view of the countryside from high steps in the gardens
    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
    Image is of gardens and Wallace fountain
    Tree lined avenue in Castle Gardens leading up to memorial
    Image is of view of the countryside from high steps in the gardens
    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 4XE

    Telephone

    028 9266 3377

    ilc.reception@lisburn.gov.uk

    Price

    Free

    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.

    Price

    Free
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    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside - must be on a lead
  6. A close up image of Harry Ferguson inside the sculpture
    Harry Ferguson sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Harry Ferguson sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    A close up image of Harry Ferguson inside the sculpture
    Harry Ferguson sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Harry Ferguson sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Flight

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Forest, Royal Hillsborough, Down, BT26 6DP

    Telephone

    028 9244 7622

    vic.lisburn@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    This sculpture has been made in memory of Harry Ferguson, the first Irishman to build and fly his own aeroplane.

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  7. Cybernest sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Close up of Cybernest
    Cybernest sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Cybernest sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Close up of Cybernest
    Cybernest sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Vaulted Nest

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Forest, Royal Hillsborough, Down, BT26 6DP

    Telephone

    028 9244 7622

    vic.lisburn@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    Vaulted Nest is informed by the architecture of Hillsborough Parish Church in particular its resplendent spire and interior fan vaults.

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  8. Side view of Peep the Hare through trees in Hillsborough Forest Park
    View of Peep the Hare through trees in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Side view of Peep the Hare through trees in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Side view of Peep the Hare through trees in Hillsborough Forest Park
    View of Peep the Hare through trees in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Side view of Peep the Hare through trees in Hillsborough Forest Park
    I Spy

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Forest, Royal Hillsborough, Down, BT26 6DP

    Telephone

    028 9244 7622

    vic.lisburn@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    I Spy, Peep, the super-fast Hare is on the look-out for Rusty the Fox!

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  9. An image of the Sphere with the Hillsborough Lake in the image
    The Sphere sculpture in Hillsborough Forest
    A close up of The Sphere Sculpture
    An image of the Sphere with the Hillsborough Lake in the image
    The Sphere sculpture in Hillsborough Forest
    A close up of The Sphere Sculpture
    Reborn

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Forest, Royal Hillsborough, Down, BT26 6DP

    Telephone

    028 9244 7622

    vic.lisburn@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    In the shape of a sphere, this nature inspired sculpture reflects being 'reborn', as it represents the material cycle, the life cycle, the finishing and the renewing.

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  10. Rusty the Fox sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Close up of Rusty the Fox sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Rusty the Fox sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park with sun coming through the trees
    Rusty the Fox sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Close up of Rusty the Fox sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Rusty the Fox sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park with sun coming through the trees
    Sssh

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Forest, Royal Hillsborough, Co Down, BT26 6DP

    Telephone

    028 9244 7622

    vic.lisburn@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    Ssssh - Rusty the Fox is tired after chasing Peep the Hare. Walk through the body of the sculpture for a peep through the eyes!

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  11. The Lamp sculpture through the trees in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Lamp sculpture from below in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Lamp sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Lamp sculpture through the trees in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Lamp sculpture from below in Hillsborough Forest Park
    The Lamp sculpture in Hillsborough Forest Park
    Power Up

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Forest, Royal Hillsborough, Co Down, BT26 6DP

    Telephone

    028 9244 7622

    vic.lisburn@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    "Power Up" an overhead lampshade with lights powered by pedals at the base. A fun sculpture!

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  12. An image of the Big Foot Sculpture located within Hillsborough Forest
    An image taken from the side of the Big Foot Sculpture
    An image focused on the foot of the Big Foot Sculpture
    An image of the Big Foot Sculpture located within Hillsborough Forest
    An image taken from the side of the Big Foot Sculpture
    An image focused on the foot of the Big Foot Sculpture
    Big Foot

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Forest, Royal Hillsborough, Down, BT26 6DP

    Telephone

    028 9244 7622

    vic.lisburn@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    The reflection sculpture is an extension of the world-renowned Bigfoot family, positioned in one of its cooler climates to date. 

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  13. 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.

    Indicative Availability

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    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi
  14. The Poet sculpture in Hillsborough Forest
    The Poet sculpture in Hillsborough Forest
    The Poet sculpture in Hillsborough Forest
    The Poet sculpture in Hillsborough Forest
    The Poet sculpture in Hillsborough Forest
    The Poet sculpture in Hillsborough Forest
    The Poet and the Magic Garden

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Forest, Royal Hillsborough, Down, BT26 6DP

    Telephone

    028 9244 7622

    vic.lisburn@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    Inspired by art, fantasy, folklore, magic and active imagination. Part physical and part AR sculptures designed to represent the exciting ways in which technology is changing humanity.

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  15. An image of the front of Hillsborough Fort
    An image of Big Foot which sits within the forest as part of the Digital Sculpture Trail. Big Foot is green but the paint changes colour with the ligh
    An image of Ssssh, Rusty the fox. The orange fox has a black nose with white ears and white cheeks with the tip of the tail in white.
    An image of Power Up. This large lamp has a pink top with pedals below at the base, it forms part of the Digital Sculpture Trail set within the forest
    Family ona bench looking over the lake at Hillsborough Forest
    An image of the front of Hillsborough Fort
    An image of Big Foot which sits within the forest as part of the Digital Sculpture Trail. Big Foot is green but the paint changes colour with the ligh
    An image of Ssssh, Rusty the fox. The orange fox has a black nose with white ears and white cheeks with the tip of the tail in white.
    An image of Power Up. This large lamp has a pink top with pedals below at the base, it forms part of the Digital Sculpture Trail set within the forest
    Family ona bench looking over the lake at Hillsborough Forest
    Hillsborough Forest

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

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

    margaret.mcavoy@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    The looped walk around the forest lake is a popular choice among bird-watchers, dog walkers, photographers and nature-lovers. Enjoy free entry to the forest, with on site parking available, and almost 200 acres with way-marked routes providing a…

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    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  16. Image is of a pile of stones on a wooden bench
    Rebalance Alternative Self-Care Therapies

    Lisburn

    Address

    Bachelors Walk, Lisburn, Co Antrim, BT28 1XJ

    Telephone

    07710685037

    shedden.nicola4@gmail.com

    Type

    Type:

    Day Spa

    I am loving seeing how my clients are after a session and then again to hear how their life is in flow when they return.
    If there ever was a time to book a session, it is now and watch how life just flows for you.

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    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
  17. Image shows a woman and man walking in Wallace Park
    Wallace Park

    Lisburn

    Address

    Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 4AN

    Telephone

    028 9244 7300

    ParksAndAmenitiesAdmin@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    The park provides a green oasis in an otherwise urban landscape and is often busy with visiting dog walkers, families, cyclists and workers on a lunchtime stroll.

    Price

    Free
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