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Welcome What’s on near you autumn and winter 2015–2016 Registered charity number 205846 1 Welcome Welcome Great NI Walk Join in and enjoy more This autumn we’re celebrating our wonderful perfect setting for an autumnal stroll. walks from Monday 19 September to Friday Northern Ireland is superb for As our woodlands come alive in a riot of reds, oranges, yellows and 23 October with the Great NI Walk. It’s time walking, offering a spectacular browns pack up your sandwiches, step into your wellies and go kick to wrap up warm, get your boots on and range of walks for those who enjoy the most beautiful landscapes of the just want to take a short stroll some leaves in our magnificent places. year. Follow in the footsteps of Keats, the and for the serious rambler. 19th-century poet, and head outside to enjoy We’ve a fantastic array of events to bring out the busy and with Christmas not far away a the ‘season of mists and mellow fruitfulness’. For more information on National autumnal spirit in you. So if you’re looking to get host of seasonal events to help you enjoy Trust walks visit www.walkni.com out into the fresh air, unearth some fascinating the festive season. Our places are a delight to visit at any time For information on family cycling facts from our rangers, or to simply enjoy a taste of the year, but as the greens give way to at National Trust places and other sensation at a seasonal food fair then we’ve With extended opening hours at many the burnt tones of autumn they provide the routes visit www.cycleni.com got the perfect day out just waiting for you. of our places this autumn and winter there is even more opportunity to enjoy The great outdoors is waiting for you to explore. As October half term beckons there are lots of Northern Ireland’s breathtaking natural Hallowe’en activities to keep the whole family beauty and cultural heritage. Love the coast National Trust Members Details of events are correct at the time of Thanks to the generous donations from our swept walks on miles of coastal paths and see During normal opening hours members are printing. Please note that the information supporters and 50 years of the Neptune a wonderland of wildlife including some of the entitled to free entry. However, additional provided in this guide may change without Coastline Campaign, we manage 775 miles of best bird watching in the UK and Ireland. Up to charges for events may also apply to members to notice. Please check event details with the beautiful UK coastline, including 22% (over 90% of the world’s population of light-bellied help raise essential funds for the restoration and property before travelling. 100 miles) of the coastline of Northern Ireland. brent geese choose Strangford Lough as their upkeep of the property. winter destination. The National Trust has a Gift Aid Admission Throughout 2015 we are celebrating our marine Further Information policy which includes a voluntary 10% donation wildlife, cherishing the legacies of people Your support helps us to continue to conserve For further details on events please check with towards the restoration and upkeep of the who live, or have lived, on our coastline, and our special coastal places to inspire and refresh the relevant place, contact details on page 18 or property. Gift Aid Admission and Standard encouraging you to enjoy coastal experiences. generations of people. visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk Admission prices are displayed at the property Explore our incredible coastline with wind Thank you – we couldn’t do it without you. and at www.nationaltrust.org.uk Alternative Formats Telephone 028 9751 0721 or email www.facebook.com/nationaltrustni Heritage open day [email protected] @nationaltrustNI Saturday 12 September is European Heritage Open Day with free entry to many National Trust places. To find out where you can go for free, visitwww.nationaltrust.org.uk/ni 2 The National Trust is an independent registered charity no. 205846 3 September September Castle Ward Castle Ward Castle Ward 2 September 13, 27 September 19 September Sunset Paddle Power Strangford Safari Sightseeing Boat Trips Get Outdoors Trails Day Explore Strangford Lough in all its beauty. Learn Everyone loves the sightseeing tour of Strangford Enjoy Castle Ward’s multi-use trails for free today as exciting kayaking skills and have fun whilst Lough with its abundance of nature and wildlife. part of the Great NI Walk. A network of over 34kms watching the sunset in beautiful surroundings. See the Sea Gen, Angus Rock Lighthouse, surface of walking, cycling and horse riding trails commence Expert tuition provided. Then, if you are hooked whirlpools and some of the many seals at Cloughey at the Trail Head in the Farmyard and traverse the you can progress to our full day Paddle Power Rocks Nature Reserve. You might see a pod of stunning countryside, woodland, shoreline and Improvers Course where you will further develop porpoise or even a basking shark. parkland. All trails are suitable for families. your skills and confidence. Suitable for age 3 years plus. It is advisable to book bike hire in advance. Suitable for age 18 years plus. Trips leave from Strangford Pier. Contact Clearsky Adventure Centre on Booking Essential Booking Essential 028 4372 3933 or email [email protected] Contact Clearsky Adventure Centre on Contact Strangford Sea Safari 028 4372 3933 or email [email protected] 028 4372 3933 or email [email protected] Minnowburn 6.30pm Runs hourly throughout the day 19 September Adult £37 Member Adult £37 Narrows: Adult £20 Child £17 Hedge Fun Pick up your winter reads at The Argory Book Fair Family (2 Adult & 2 Children) £69 Bring the family along for a foraging morning Whirlpool Special: Adult £25 Child £22 Downhill Demesne and Hezlett House on the outskirts of the city led by a member of Family (2 Adult & 2 Children) £84 5 September the Belfast ranger team. Bring a basket or plastic Castle Ward Walk Fest container to gather some delicious autumn fruits. A day of guided walks, long and short, in the 6, 13, 27 September Belmont Tower Game of Thrones Archery Experience 18-21 September Part of the Great NI Walk. Benevanagh Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Meet at Minnowburn car park. Organised by Castlerock Community Association Have a go at archery in the very place where the CS Lewis Festival BAFTA award winning TV show was filmed - in our Celebrating the life and legacy of Clive Stables 11am-1pm in partnership with National Trust. No Charge Donations Welcome Part of the Great NI Walk. courtyard aka ‘Winterfell’. Stand in our recreated Lewis, born in Belfast in 1898, the Festival will take GoT archery film set tipi, dress in GoT like costume place in venues across the city including Belmont To register contact Castlerock Information Centre Mount Stewart on 028 7084 9303 and take aim. Tower. Best known for his children’s books, The Suitable for age 8 years plus for open sessions. Chronicles of Narnia, Lewis’s career encapsulated 19-20 September Age 4 years plus for private sessions. academic writing, science fiction, poetry The Eclectic Garden Seminar The Argory Come and enjoy this two day extravaganza 5-6 September Booking Essential and theology. Contact Clearsky Adventure Centre on For details of the festival programme and for ticket exploring the themes of diversity and eclecticism Autumn Book Fair in gardening. Guest speakers include Diarmuid Browse through the hundreds of second hand books 028 4372 3933 or email [email protected] information visit Runs hourly throughout the day www.eastsidearts.net/event/cs-lewis-festival-2015 Gavin and Richard Wheeler. A buffet lunch in our courtyard. There’s sure to be something to suit will be provided on Sunday afternoon. all tastes and interests. Live music and Punch and Judy £25 per person walk in or £95 private session for up to four persons. Portstewart Strand The cost covers both days. shows on Sunday. Donations of unwanted books are Booking Essential welcome prior to the event. 19 September MCS Beachwatch 2015 Contact 028 4278 8387 12noon-5pm Causeway Hotel It’s the annual Marine Conservation Society 10am-6pm Normal Admission Members Free 11 September Bridal Showcase Beachwatch and we need your HELP. Enjoy a Adult £75 Member Adult £75 wonderful walk with friends and family, and help us Murlough NNR Enjoy drinks and nibbles in the Ballroom while browsing for ideas for your special day. A range of local suppliers clean up your local environment. 6 September Suitable footwear essential. Discover Castle Ward’s mountain bike trails Get Stuck in at Murlough will be showcasing their products and services for the bride to be. Meet at Harry’s Shack. The rangers at Murlough work extremely hard at 10am-12noon conserving this precious and delicate heathland for 6-9pm Free Admission everyone to enjoy. Come along and discover what it Murlough NNR takes to manage the nature reserve and help them 19 September Heritage Open Day with a days essential habitat management. MCS Beachwatch 2015 12 September Physical work involved. Lend a helping hand at Ireland’s first National Visit for Free Suitable clothing and footwear essential. Nature Reserve, as the National Trust in Visit a number of National Trust attractions free of Meet at Murlough main car park. conjunction with the Marine Conservation Society charge today and get an insight into the heritage Booking Essential take part in the annual clean up of our shorelines. A and conservation of the amazing places right on Contact 028 4375 1467 great excuse to bring your family and friends along your doorstep.