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Spring and summer 2020 National Trust From the legendary basalt columns of the Giant’s Causeway to the scenic shores of , uncover great days out at our special places and spaces this spring and summer. As our gardens bloom and the light flows through our windows once more, find out what action-packed adventures and golden moments await as we celebrate 125 years of the National Trust

Ardress and the Murlough National Nature Reserve 64 Ardress Road 12 Divis Road Keel Point Portadown Hannahstown Dundrum BT62 1SQ BT33 0NQ T: 02887 784753 BT17 0NG T: 02843 751467 E: [email protected] T: 02890 825434 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] The Argory Patterson’s Spade Mill 144 Derrycaw Road Downhill Demesne, 751 Antrim Road Moy Hezlett House and Barmouth 6Feel-good reasons Dungannon 107 Sea Road BT39 0AP BT71 6NA T: 02894 433619 T: 02887 784753 BT51 4RP E: [email protected] to become a National E: [email protected] T: 02870 848728 E: [email protected] Strand Trust member Carrick-a-Rede Portstewart 119a White Park Road BT55 7PG Enniskillen T: 02870 836396 Ballycastle BT92 1DB E: [email protected] BT54 6LS T: 02866 348249 As a member, you’ll enjoy free access to hundreds of unforgettable T: 02820 733335 E: [email protected] Rowallane Garden E: [email protected] Saintfield places. You’ll also help protect them for future generations. Giant’s Causeway BT24 7LH North Coast Office T: 02897 510131 Enniskillen 60 Causeway Road E: [email protected] 1. As a charity, we don’t receive any 4. You’ll be kept up-to-date with all our BT74 6HN government funding. Instead, we rely on national and regional news through the T: 02866 322690 BT57 8SU Springhill E: [email protected] T: 02820 731855 20 Springhill Road membership subscriptions, donations National Trust magazine and local Near E: [email protected] Moneymore and volunteers to look after all the You newsletter which you will receive BT45 7NQ places we care for. As a member you’ll be three times a year. Nr Gray’s Printing Press T: 02886 748210 directly contributing to the protection of 49 Main Street E: [email protected] BT30 7BA Strabane over 500 places. 5. There’s always something new to see, T: 02844 881204 BT82 8AU do and explore at our places – from E: [email protected] T: 02886 748210 2. Become a member at a property and ranger walks to fun festivals, you’ll never E: [email protected] Road Crom that special place will directly benefit need to say ‘I’m bored’ again. Minnowburn BT22 2AD from your subscription. Every time you BT92 8AJ Minnowburn Warden’s Office T: 02842 787769 visit and scan your membership card, 6. With free parking at many of our places, T: 02867 738118 Ballynahatty Road E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Belfast that property receives a credit that goes you can stay as long as you like and be BT8 8LE Wellbrook Beetling Mill towards the upkeep of the property. more relaxed on your day out. Derrymore T: 02890 647787 20 Wellbrook Road Bessbrook E: [email protected] Corkhill 3. You’ll receive a copy of the National Membership starts from just £6.40 Newry BT80 9RY BT35 7EF Mount Stewart T: 02886 748210 Trust Handbook full of ideas to help you a month for an individual or £11.15 a T: 02887 784753 Portaferry Road E: [email protected] plan a visit to more than 500 special month for a family. E: [email protected] Newtownards places across Northern Ireland, Wales BT22 2AD Northern Ireland Regional Office T: 02842 788387 Rowallane Stableyard and England. E: [email protected] Saintfield BT24 7LH T: 02897 510721 E: ni.customerenquiries@ Join today at your favourite place and help Further information nationaltrust.org.uk keep it beautiful for ever for everyone. Details of events are correct at the time of printing but are subject to change. Please check event details before travelling @nationaltrustNI During normal opening hours members are entitled to free entry. Additional charges for some events may also by contacting the relevant place above or visiting our website @nationaltrustNI apply to members to help raise essential funds for the restoration and upkeep of the special place you are visiting. nationaltrust.org.uk/ni @nationaltrustNI 5 Visitor View ‘ First visit to Rowallane and a great first impression, we all enjoyed the Summer of Sport and heading to Explore and Play.’ Visitor to Rowallane Garden Ready when you are Regular activities this spring and summer Rowallane Garden Springhill Plant Hunter’s Passport Summer of Sport All year Daily in July and August, 11am–5pm Castle Ward Downhill Demesne Grab a Plant Hunter’s Passport and set off on an On your marks for an Olympic summer where action-packed family adventure. Armed with our family fun and games are the order of the day. Sea Safari Summer of Fun illustrated activity booklet, each stop on the trail Get active in nature, learn a new skill and take in Various dates from March to August Throughout July and August, 10am–5pm will unlock the story of a plant and the person that fresh air with an adrenaline-filled line-up of All aboard a scenic sea safari. Spot seals, seabirds Get active in nature and play in the fresh air who discovered it. sporting activities. Our tree stump podium and and surface whirpools as you cruise across the with adrenaline-filled games and activities Normal Admission Members Free medals await great achievers of all ages. important marine site of Strangford Lough. throughout the school holidays. Normal Admission Members Free Booking Essential Normal Admission Members Free Spring Sensory Walk Contact Strangford Sea Safari on 02843 723933 Throughout March and April, 10am–6pm The Argory or email [email protected] Follow our Spring Sensory Walk. Our Florence Court experienced gardening team have selected the Posh picnics at The Argory High Tea at Sea paths which showcase key points of sensory Kitchen Garden Tours Various dates in summer Various dates from March to August interest during this time of renewal and change. Various dates throughout July and August Indulge in a posh picnic hamper for the ultimate Add a teaspoon of action to an afternoon tea Normal Admission Members Free Unearth the success of the impressive Kitchen lazy summer lunch. Dine al fresco in our as you step on board the Sea Safari. Spot seals Garden as you chat to our gardeners and pick courtyard or on a picnic blanket on the front or even a basking shark as you cruise across Hugh’s ‘Blooming’ Story Trail up a few green-fingered tips. lawns overlooking the River Blackwater. Strangford Lough before stopping off on an Throughout May and June, 10am–8pm Normal Admission Members Free In the National Trust’s 125th year, learn about Online Booking Essential island for tea and scones. Book 48 hours in advance at Rowallane’s founders as you explore the gardens Booking Essential Explore more with a Ranger nationaltrust.org.uk/the-argory Contact Strangford Sea Safari on 02843 723933 on this self guided trail. Wednesdays throughout July and August, or email [email protected] Normal Admission Members Free 2–4pm Step behind the scenes of the estate with Archery Adventures Summer BBQ an up-close look at the work of our rangers Weekly from March to August Throughout June, July and August discovering how it remains a sustainable estate. Fancy yourself as the next Maid Marian or Robin Rowallane Garden will be celebrating the hottest Meet at Visitor Centre. Hood? See how your aim improves over a 45 days of the year with a summer BBQ. Keep your Normal Admission Members Free minute private Archery session or take aim in eye on social media channels for updates. Winterfell as you enjoy firing live arrows in the Normal Admission Members Free Courtyard where was filmed. BBQ additional cost. Visitor View Booking Essential Contact 02843 723933 ‘ The walled garden is amazing and it was Summer of Sport or email [email protected] great to see so many volunteers doing the Throughout July and August, 10am–8pm gardening and available to tell us about the On your marks for an Olympic summer. Get vegetables and flowers and the interesting active with a fun filled line-up of activities in the programme of activities that take place.’ great outdoors. Take the steps to glory by taking your place on the winner’s podium. Pat, Visitor to Florence Court Normal Admission Members Free

6 7 ‘Have a go’ days Learn something new and get active this spring and summer Downhill Demesne Murlough National Nature Reserve Downhill Ranger Have-a-go Morning Ragwort Challenge Tuesday 2 June, 10–11.30am Saturday 25 July, 10.30am–1pm Join the ranger team to have a go at some Muck in with the rangers and help us remove this Castle Coole Mournes practical tasks. invasive species. Get the whole family involved Annual Spring Bulb Plant Mending the Mournes, 9.30am–3.30pm Booking Essential and crown the champion ragwort remover. Sunday 8 March, 12noon–4pm Saturday 28 March, Saturday 18 April, Saturday Email [email protected] Tea and coffee provided. Roll up your sleeves and help plant over 16 and 30 May, Saturday 13 and 27 June, Free Event Booking Essential 100,000 snowdrops in Fermanagh in 2020. Saturday 25 July, Saturday 15 and 29 August Contact 02843 751467 Suitable clothing and footwear essential. Looking for an adventure? Come help our Downhill Demesne or email [email protected] Normal Admission Members Free mountain ranger team complete vital repairs How does your Garden Grow? No Charge Donations Welcome to the Glen River path on Slieve Donard. Learn Wednesday 3 June, 10–11.30am Downhill Demense traditional path work skills such as stone-pitching Spend time with our gardening team and lend a Wild Garlic Foraging Walk and Workshop and heathland re-profiling and help look after hand with some practical tasks, picking up a few Ranger for the Day Saturday 14 March, 11am–2pm the majestic Mournes. Suitable outdoor clothing tips and ideas along the way. Wednesday 29 July, 10am–4pm Pick your own wild garlic on this foraging walk essential including sturdy steel toe cap boots. Booking Essential Spend the day with a ranger and get a behind the and have a go at making wild garlic pesto. Booking Essential Email [email protected] scenes look at their vital work as you learn more Tuck into a wild garlic inspired lunch and take Contact 02843 751467 No Charge Donations Welcome about the village. home your pesto to use in your kitchen. or email [email protected] Bring your own lunch. Online Booking Essential White Park Bay Online Booking Essential nationaltrust.org.uk/downhilldemesne Rathlin Bag a Benweed: Have-a-go Morning nationaltrust.org.uk/cushendun Adult £25 Member Adult £25 Ranger for the Day Friday 5 June, 10–11.30am Adult £20 Member Adult £20 Friday 8 May, 10am Have a go at ragwort pulling with our rangers. Carry out practical conservation work and Booking Essential Downhill Demesne discover the wildlife that call Rathlin home. Join Email [email protected] Shake, Rattle n Roll! ‘ We love the ‘Mending the Mournes’ days. our ranger team to look after the landscape and Free Event Wednesday 12 August, 10.30am–12.30pm Watching the participants experience trails at Ballyconaghan and discover how we Bash some hay bales and let off some steam as moments like when the sun breaks through work with the tenant farmer. Cushendun you help our rangers disperse yellow rattle seeds the clouds after a day of moving and lifting Online Booking Essential The Cushendun Clean Up: Have-a-go Morning into our meadows to help the wildflowers grow. is priceless, it lets us re-live the excitement Book by 1 May at nationaltrust.org.uk/cushendun Sunday 7 June, 10–11.30am The messier it gets the better! of our first days on the mountain. It’s Adult £25 includes Ferry crossing Help keep the village beautiful by joining our Booking Essential great to see everyone share in the sense of Member Adult £25 includes Ferry crossing ranger team at work. Email [email protected] achievement, and walk along the path we Booking Essential No Charge Donations Welcome all built together with our own hands.’ Email [email protected] Free Event Marc, Mournes Ranger

8 9 Workshops and Talks Delve a little deeper by signing up to a regular workshop and talk

Murlough National Nature Reserve Jo’s Workshops We have teamed up with Murlough’s First Warden, Jo Whatmough to run a series of identification workshops on our local flora and fauna. Learn from Jo’s amazing expertise and take home skills to use all year round. Booking Essential Contact 02843 751467 or email [email protected] No Charge Parking fee for non members

Winter Woodland Trees Saturday 14 March, 2pm Helping hand days

Woodland Plants in Spring Protect our planet and get active too Saturday 11 April, 2pm

Woodland Breeding Birds Saturday 25 April, 7am Beach Cleans Binoculars advised Wellbrook Beetling Mill Mill Walks and Talks We look after 108 miles of coastline so our rangers love to see a helping hand heading Breeding Birds of Murlough Check website for dates and details their way. Be an everyday hero by joining one of our regular beach cleans. They are a Saturday 9 May, 7am 50 years after we opened the door, uncover the great way to get active and meet others in the community, so you’ll feel good in more Binoculars advised stories that kept this Mill wheel turning with a ways than one. Suitable clothing and footwear essential. special series of evening talks and walks. Butterfly ID and Monitoring Booking Essential Cushendun Portstewart Strand Saturday 30 May, 2pm Contact 02886 748210 Friday 28 February, 10am–12noon Thursday 9 April, 10.30am–12.30pm or email [email protected] Every Friday in July and August Meet at Harry’s Shack, Portstewart Strand. Seal Counts Normal Admission Members Free Meet at Cushendun Beach. Saturday 13 June, tide dependent Murlough National Nature Reserve White Park Bay Saturday 6 June and Saturday 4 July, Murlough’s Rabbits Saturday 7 March and Saturday 6 June, check website for time Saturday 27 June, 2pm 10am–12noon Meet at main car park. Meet at White Park Bay car park. Surveying Coastal Dunes Portstewart Strand Saturday 11 July, 2pm Murlough National Nature Reserve Monday 8 June, 10–11.30am Saturday 14 March, check website for time Community litter pick for World Oceans Day Trees of Murlough Car parking charge for non-members. Saturday 25 July, 2pm

Autumn Gentia ‘ Looking after our coastline is vital work. Litter, especially Saturday 8 August, 2pm plastic, is becoming an ever greater threat to the health of our wildlife. Every hour you can give cleaning our local Seal Surveys beaches really does help make a difference.’ Saturday 22 August, 2pm Ruth Linton, Ranger on the North Coast

10 11 What’s On From woodland walks to posh picnics, butterfly safaris to twilight tours, we’ve got an action-packed line-up of February things to see and do this spring and summer. You’ll find lots of reasons to enjoy our special places and spaces inside, so become a member today, and enjoy it all for less. Discover the full programme of activity online at nationaltrust.org.uk/ni

‘ It’s about the experiences. We all work as a team’

Experience Paul, Outdoor Volunteer seekers wanted

Volunteering with the National Trust is We are currently looking for a an exciting and sociable way to try new range of volunteers across our things, get outdoors and lend a hand to special places. Downhill Demesne a great cause. It’s also a brilliant way to ‘Silent Light’ Art Installation Sunday 9–Sunday 23 February gain the skills and experience that will Ready to get involved? Speak to As torchlight illuminates your pathway across the continue to benefit you. If you’re looking your nearest property about their clifftop, see the elusive and distant moon brought for incredible (and flexible) experiences, volunteering opportunities. near with this after-dark light installation. Cloaked we’d love you to get involved. within the circular which exudes For other details, visit the presence of an observatory, this unique creative nationaltrust.org.uk/volunteering collaboration by artists James Russell and Hannah Plumb evokes the eight phases of the moon. Book tickets for this after-dark experience online at © National Trust 2020 Registered charity no.205846 nationaltrust.org.uk/ni

13 March March

Community Open Days

Saturday 7 or Sunday 8 March Castle Ward We’re welcoming the new season with our An Object I Love Community Open Days. Discover what we Saturday 14 March, 10am–1pm have to offer as you enjoy free admission Giant’s Causeway Help us celebrate the life of Mary Ward, Mothers Day to many of our special places and spaces Saint Patrick’s Day accomplished author, artist and astronomer. on either Saturday or Sunday. Purchase a Tuesday 17 March, 9am–6pm Mount Stewart Tour the rooms of Castle Ward where our team membership and be ready to enjoy more Take a hop and a skip across the world-famous Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March, have unearthed some of Mary’s own treasured great days out in 2020. Find out where you stones this Saint Patrick’s Day. Tap your toes 12noon, 12.30pm and 1pm belongings to tell the tale of her pioneering life can explore for free at nationaltrust.org.uk/ni to traditional Irish music and dancers before Relax in sophisticated splendour as you including her famed microscope. Following the following the leprechaun trail down to Northern treat your Mum to afternoon tea in Mount talk from our experts, retire to the theatre for Ireland’s only World Heritage Site. Stewart. Toast your marvellous Mum as you tea and scones. Meet at Visitor Centre. sip on a glass of Prosecco and indulge in a Mount Stewart Booking Essential Normal Admission Members Free mouth-watering menu of savoury delights Bird Watching Walk Contact 02844 881204 and sweet treats. Saturday 7 March, 10.30am–12noon or email [email protected] Mussendun Temple Booking Essential Wander with our resident bird enthusiast, Normal Admission Members Free Mussenden Lights Contact 02842 788387 Gemma, and see what you can spot around the Tuesday 17 March, 7–9pm Adult £25 Child £12.50 lake and grounds. Perched on the North coast, see the iconic Member Adult £25 Child £12.50 Meet at Mount Stewart reception. Mussenden Temple join world-famous Booking Essential landmarks in lighting up the night sky for Saint Castle Ward Contact 02842 788387 Patrick’s Day. Pack a torch and your camera to Castle Ward in Bloom Normal Admission Members Free capture the Earl Bishops Library in a different Sunday 22 March, 12noon–4pm light for one night only. Surround your mother with flowers this Mount Stewart Meet at Lion’s Gate. Mother’s Day. Stroll through the Windsor World Book Weekend No Charge Donations Welcome Garden in full bloom, enjoy a tour of the Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 March, 11am–3pm elegant mansion house and make your own Do you like jumping in muddy puddles like The Argory posy with the Victorian language of flowers. Peppa Pig or do you dream of adventures like Spring Book Fair Mums enjoy a free coffee or tea in our The Famous Five? We would love to discover Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March, 11am–5pm tea-room. your favourite stories and characters at our Browse a variety of second hand books in the Normal Admission Members Free World Book Weekend celebrations. Dress up as courtyard. Volunteers will be on hand to help you your favourite character and add to the fun. pick the perfect summer reads. Enjoy live music Normal Admission Members Free in the courtyard on the Sunday afternoon. Normal Admission Members Free

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Mount Stewart Hezlett House Car Bazaar Easter wreath workshops Saturday 4 April, 9am–12noon Wednesday 8 April, 10am–12.30pm Sell your unwanted items or browse around Dress your home for Easter by making your own The Argory the many stalls and pick up a few treasures. Easter wreath. Armed with foliage from Downhill Argory Art Talk Gates will not open before 7am. Please contact gardens, let our gardeners help you craft and Thursday 26 March, 7pm [email protected] for create a beautiful seasonal wreath to adorn Join the house and collections team and any queries. Terms and conditions apply. your door. discover more about Mr Bond and his love of Car £5 Van £10 Trailer £15 Online Booking Essential modern art. During the evening, you will get the nationaltrust.org.uk/downhilldemesne opportunity to see the stunning neon-sculpture Mount Stewart Adult £25 Member Adult £25 ‘Artificial Sunshine’ in its new, permanent home Bird Watching Walk as well as some never before seen works of art Saturday 4 April, 10.30am–12noon from his collection. Join our resident bird enthusiast, Gemma, Complimentary refreshments included. and see what you can spot around the lake Booking Essential and grounds. Contact 02887 784753 Meet at Mount Stewart reception. or email [email protected] Booking Essential Normal Admission Members Free Contact 02842 788387 Normal Admission Members Free Mount Stewart Spring Stomp at Mount Stewart Saturday 28 March, 10am–1pm ‘ Our monthly bird watching walks are open Step behind the scenes of the estate with an up- to all ages, abilities and levels of experience. close look at the work of our ranger team. Join I try to alternate the walks as much as them on a four mile stomp through the working possible, using the demesne trails, lake and countryside of the Demesne exploring its wealth garden. A diverse array of woodland birds of wildlife, history and stunning landscapes. including the Great Spotted Pecker make Suitable for children aged 8 years plus with the estate their home. Next spring, we will accompanying adult. Unsuitable for buggies. be expecting Willow Warblers, Chiff Chaffs, Booking Essential Black Caps, Swallows and House Martins. Contact 02842 788387 Make sure to join us.’ Normal Admission Members Free Gemma, Volunteer Ranger at Mount Stewart

16 Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest event information. 17 North Coast The Argory Easter Holidays Easter on the North Coast Easter at The Argory Monday 6 to Sunday 19 April, 12noon–4pm Monday 6 to Sunday 19 April, 11am–4pm Schools out from 4 to 19 April, here’s how to Roll up your sleeves and have a go at nature Hop over to The Argory this Easter and go wild keep them active to earn all that chocolate based activities with events for all ages in the play park, enjoy crafts and games in the across Downhill Demesene, Hezlett House, courtyard and take part in our nature trail. We’ll

April Portstewart Strand and Cushendun. Discover have traditional games on the front lawns for all April sand sculpting, sensory tree trail and walks the family to enjoy. with our rangers. Tick off some of the 50 Normal Admission Members Free things to do before you are 113/4 challenges. Normal Admission Members Free Ardress Friday 10 to Sunday 19 April, 11am–4pm Springhill Bounce over to Ardress this Easter, say hello to Easter at Springhill the friendly farmyard chickens and enjoy our Monday 6 to Sunday 19 April, 11am–4pm nature trail around the orchards and grounds. Put a spring into your step this Easter at Normal Admission Members Free Springhill. Enjoy springtime activities and discover the nature trail around the grounds Florence Court and play areas. Family Fun Day and Craft Fair Normal Admission Members Free Monday 13 April, 11am–5pm Easter fun for all the family, with Cadbury’s Easter Egg Hunts, music and much more. Egg Hunt £1.50 per child Normal Admission Members Free

Mount Stewart Crom Saturday 4 to Sunday 19 April, 11am–4pm Monday 6 to Sunday 19 April, 11am–4pm Scurry down to Mount Stewart for the Easter Enjoy some Easter fun as you follow the trail holidays and see if you can spot Ruby Red and her around the grounds to solve the nature clues friends as they celebrate the return of spring. and complete the Easter trail. Normal Admission Members Free Normal Admission Members Free

Rowallane Garden Crom Saturday 4 to Sunday 19 April, 10am–6pm Easter Cruise the Lough Get competitive and challenge your loved ones to Monday 13 April, 1–5pm some races on the front lawn. Try your hand at egg See a different side to as you and spoon racing. cruise around the lough in Crom’s 100 year old Normal Admission Members Free traditional craft. Weather dependent. Trips last 20 minutes and run every 40 minutes. Castle Ward Booking Essential Monday 6 to Sunday 19 April, 11am–4pm Contact 02867 738118 Explore the Secret Shore Nature Trail and get Normal Admission Members Free creative with the spring themed activities. Why not Adult £5 Child £2.50 make a day of it by visiting the farmyard animals Member Adult £5 Child £2.50 and relaxing by the shores of Strangford Lough. Visitor View Normal Admission Members Free Florence Court Monday 6 to Sunday 19 April, 11am–4pm ‘ Joined the National Trust today and Castle Coole Enjoy some Easter fun as you follow the trail decided to go here (Downhill Demesne) egg hunt with the kids. And I Monday 6 to Sunday 19 April, 11am–4pm around the grounds to solve the nature clues for the Easter Enjoy some Easter fun as you follow the trail and complete the Easter trail. have to say lovely place breathtaking views. around the grounds to solve the nature clues and Normal Admission Members Free We will definitely be back over the summer.’ complete the Easter trail. Shauna, Visitor to Downhill Demesne Normal Admission Members Free

18 Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest event information. 19 In partnership with Giant’s Causeway World Heritage Day Saturday 18 April, 11am–3pm Where better to celebrate World Heritage Day than at Northern Ireland’s only World Heritage Site. Normal Admission Members Free April April Carrick-a-Rede Ballintoy Rockhound Club Meeting Sunday 19 April, 1–3pm Take a tour with the fossil hunters as members of the Ballintoy Rockhound Club enjoy an afternoon of exploration and discovery at White Park Bay. Booking Essential Contact 02870 353335 No Charge Donations Welcome

Mount Stewart Divis and the Black Mountain Rhododendron Ramble The Ridge Trail Walk Sunday 19 April, 11am–1pm Saturday 25 April, 10am–12noon Tour the rhododendrons at Mount Stewart with Take a walk along the ridge trail of Black our garden team. Mountain with the expert insight of our Booking Essential ranger team. Suitable clothing and footwear Bring the whole family together this Easter with one of our Cadbury Contact 02842 788387 essential. Bring a warm flask and light snack. Normal Admission Members Free Meet at The Coffee Barn. Easter Egg Hunts. Get ready for a weekend of fun and discovery as you Adult £10 Child £5 No Charge Donations Welcome spot the first signs of spring at the amazing places the National Trust Member Adult £10 Child £5 looks after. Become a nature detective, solve the clues and finish your The Argory adventure with a chocolate treat from Cadbury. Mount Stewart Vintage Rally Pet Nose Day Saturday 25 April, 11am–5pm Normal Admission Members Free Sunday 19 April, 11am–3pm The Argory’s famous Vintage Rally has been Additional cost £1.50 per trail This award-winning charity event returns running for over 30 years and is a must-see event as part of Pet Month. Bring your dog along for all vehichle enthusiasts. Discover more about to be entertained with agility and training the history of the MacGeough Bond’s and their Place Date Time demonstrations. vintage vehicle on a guided tour. Ardress Friday 10 to Tuesday 14 April 11am–4pm Normal Admission Members Free Normal Admission Members Free Castle Coole Friday 10 to Tuesday 14 April 11am–4pm Derrymore Mount Stewart Castle Ward Friday 10 to Tuesday 14 April 11am–4pm Birdsong and Bluebells Dawn Chorus Tour the Temple Crom Friday 10 to Tuesday 14 April 11am–4pm Saturday 25 April, 5am Sunday 26 April, 12noon–1pm and 2–3pm Downhill Demesne Saturday 11 to Monday 13 April 12noon–4pm Rise before the lark and experience an amazing Take a tour of the Temple of the Winds spring dawn chorus on an early morning guided discovering the stories behind this special Florence Court Friday 10 to Tuesday 14 April 11am–4pm walk through the beautiful Derrymore Woods. building and admiring its stunning views over Mount Stewart Friday 10 to Tuesday 14 April 11am–4pm End your walk by tucking into a hearty cooked Strangford Lough. Murlough National Friday 10 to Tuesday 14 April 12noon–4pm breakfast in Bessbrook. Booking Essential Nature Reserve Booking Essential Contact 02842 788387 Contact 02887 784753 Normal Admission Members Free Rowallane Garden Friday 10 to Tuesday 14 April 10.30am–3pm or email [email protected] Springhill Friday 10 to Tuesday 14 April 11am–4pm Adult £10 Member Adult £10 Mount Stewart The Argory Friday 10 to Tuesday 14 April 11am–4pm Price includes breakfast Jazz in the Garden Sunday 26 April, 2–4.30pm Pack a picnic and settle down on the lawn to enjoy Every time you head out on a Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, you an afternoon of jazz in the beautiful gardens. help us fund vital conservation work to protect special places No BBQs but picnics welcome. for future generations to explore. Thank you. Bring warm clothing to sit outside. Normal Admission Members Free

20 Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest event information. 21 Florence Court Mount Stewart Music at the Summer House Bluebell Walks Sunday 3 May, 2–4pm Friday 8 and Saturday 9 May, Relax with an afternoon of live music as you 11am–12.30pm and 2–3.30pm soak up the views of the Pleasure Ground and Meander around beautiful bluebells and classic Benaughlin Mountain. Enjoy a lazy Sunday lunch primroses on a guided walk through the trails May with tasty treats from BBQ. as our rangers lead you to the places that May Normal Admission Members Free offer the best views. Suitable for children with accompanying adult. Unsuitable for buggies. Cushendun Booking Essential Go Wild with the Rangers Contact 02842 788387 Monday 4 May, 10am–12noon Normal Admission Members Free Embark on a morning of fun and adventure with our rangers at Cushendun. Castle Ward Online Booking Essential Vintage Sports Day nationaltrust.org.uk/cushendun Friday 8 to Sunday 10 May, 12noon–4pm No Charge Donations Welcome Get ready for an Olympic summer by getting active over the Bank Holiday weekend. Athletes Giant’s Causeway Carrick-a-Rede Crom from every era will enjoy the vintage fun and 50 Things Month 50 Things Month Hidden Spring Estate games. Saturday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May, 10am–12noon Sunday 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 May, 1–3pm Tuesday 5 May, 10am–12.30pm, 1.30–4pm Normal Admission Members Free Join the team for 50 Things activities every Join the team for 50 Things activities every See the unseen as our rangers take you off the Saturday. Meet at Visitor Centre. Sunday. Meet at Reception. beaten track to some of Crom’s spring beauty Downhill Demesne Normal Admission Members Free Booking Essential spots. Sea legs required as this guided tour Garden and Plant Fair Contact 02820 733335 sets sail across Lough Erne on our 100 year-old Saturday 9 May, 10am–4pm Minnowburn Normal Admission Members Free traditional Cot. Find the perfect plant to add to your garden Minnowburn Dander Weather dependent. Suitable outdoor clothing from a selection of stalls within the inspiring Saturday 2 May, 11am–12.30pm Mount Stewart and footwear essential. Tea/coffee provided. beauty of Bishops Gate gardens. Enjoy a tour Explore this sanctuary in the city as our ranger Dawn Chorus Walk Booking Essential of the gardens and sample some homemade shares the history, wildlife and botany of this Sunday 3 May, 4.30–8am Contact 02867 738118 cordials produced from fresh flowers and fruits haven by the River Lagan. Rise before the lark and experience an amazing Adult £15.00 (includes admission) from the estate. Meet at Minnowburn car park. spring dawn chorus. Wander through the Member Adult £15.00 (includes admission) Normal Admission Members Free No Charge Donations Welcome woodlands with our expert ranger and discover the bird song as it echoes through the trees. As Florence Court Mount Stewart the estate awakes, tuck into a hearty breakfast. Scenic Forest Walk Car Bazaar Booking Essential Tuesday 5 May, 11am–1pm Saturday 2 May, 9am–12noon Contact 02842 788387 Guided by our expert rangers, set off on a scenic Sell your unwanted items or browse around Adult £8 Child £5 9km walk through forest trail. Be rewarded at the many stalls and pick up a few treasures. Member Adult £8 Child £5 the top with panoramic views over Fermanagh Gates will not open before 7am. Please contact Price includes breakfast and Lough Erne, the fourth largest lake in [email protected] for Ireland. Suitable clothing and footwear essential. any queries. Terms and conditions apply. Meet at Visitor Centre for registration. Car £5 Van £10 Trailer £15 Normal Admission Members Free

Mount Stewart Murlough National Nature Reserve Bird Watching Walk Visitor View Outdoor Adventures – Bug Detectives Saturday 2 May, 10.30am–12noon Friday 8 May, 2pm Wander with our resident bird enthusiast, ‘ A new experience for me! Alarm set for 4am Mad about bugs? There’s all kinds of creepy Gemma, and see what you can spot around the and arrived at Mount Stewart for 5am for crawlies and mini beasts hiding at Murlough. lake and grounds. the ‘Dawn Chorus’. Met with the rest of the Put on your dectective hat as Shelagh shows Meet at Mount Stewart reception. group at the Lookout overlooking the car you where ladybirds, spiders, caterpillars and park before setting off on our walk through Booking Essential woodlice live. Contact 02842 788387 the woods. Our guide was fabulous. She Booking Essential Normal Admission Members Free made us aware of all different birds and Contact 02843 751467 their songs! It was truly beautiful. Would or email [email protected] highly recommend this event. No Charge Donations Welcome Car parking charge for non members. Visitor to Mount Stewart

22 Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest event information. 23 Castle Coole Castle Ward See us in a new light as Palace in the Park Discovery Bark in the Park part of Museums at Night Sunday 17 May, 2–4pm Monday 25 May, 12noon–4pm Explore the ancient woodland, wildflowers, We love your four legged friends as much as Castle Ward bluebells and wildlife of the estate as our you do, so why not bring them along to Castle Castle Ward at Night knowledgeable rangers lead a guided walk Ward for a day of doggy delights. Go for ‘walkies’ May Thursday 14 May, 7.30–9.30pm through its parkland. around the estate before enjoying some tasty May With only the light of a torch to guide you, Suitable clothing and footwear essential. treats in our dog friendly Trailhead Café. explore Castle Ward at night on this exclusive Meet at Visitor Reception for registration. Normal Admission Members Free tour. Members only. Limited spaces available. Normal Admission Members Free Booking Essential Crom Contact 02844 881204 Mount Stewart Cruise the Lough or email [email protected] Spring Garden Walk Monday 25 May, 1–5pm Sunday 17 May, 11am–1pm See a different side to Crom estate from Castle Coole Voted as one of the Top Ten Gardens in the water as you cruise around the lough in Murlough National Nature Reserve Twilight Tour at Castle Coole the World, stroll through this sanctuary for Crom’s 100 year old traditional craft. Bluebell Stroll with a Ranger Friday 15 May, 7.30pm famous guests. Lead by our expert gardeners, Weather dependent. Saturday 9 May, 2pm Experience Castle Coole in a new light. Take experience the enchanment of this garden filled Booking advisable Meander around a carpet of bright bluebells a guided walk through its rooms, basement with impossible flowers and statues from Irish Contact 02867 738118 as our ranger leads you to the best views on a and through the servants tunnel at night. and classical mythology. Discover the carpets of Normal Admission Members Free guided walk through the heathland. End your tour with a relaxing glass of wine in wildflowers in the woodlands and spot the first Adult £5 Child £2.50 the basement kitchen. signs of spring. Suitable waterproof clothing and Booking Essential Contact 02843 751467 Booking Advisable sturdy footwear essential. Murlough National Nature Reserve or email [email protected] Contact 02866 322690 Meet at Mount Stewart reception. Outdoor Adventures – Bug Detectives No Charge Parking fee for non members Booking Essential Monday 25 May, 2pm Contact 02842 788387 Mad about bugs? There’s all kinds of creepy Rowallane Garden Cushendun Normal Admission Members Free crawlies and mini beasts hiding at Murlough. Spring Plant Fair Red Squirrel Day Adult £10 Child £5 Put on your dectective hat as Shelagh shows you Saturday 9 May, 10–4pm Saturday 16 May, 7–10am where the ladybirds, spiders, caterpillars and Find the perfect plant to add to your garden Walking through the woods, can we spot the Florence Court woodlice live. this spring from a range of specialist plant stalls wonderful native Red Squirrels in the tree Country Fair Booking Essential within the inspiring beauty of Rowallane Garden. canopy above? Sunday 24 May, 12noon–5pm Contact 02843 751467 Normal Admission Members Free Online Booking Essential Enjoy our annual Country Fair in Fermanagh with or email [email protected] nationaltrust.org.uk/cushendun dog shows, rare breeds, live music, craft stalls No Charge Parking fee for non members White Park Bay Adult £10 Child £5 and much more. Bluebell and Bird Walk Member Adult £10 Child £5 Normal Admission Members Free Mount Stewart Saturday 9 May, 8–10am Tour the Temple Let our ranger lead you to the best bluebell Lisnabreeny Sunday 31 May, 12noon–1pm and 2–3pm views, pointing out all our feathered friends Woodland Flowers of Cregagh Glen Take a tour of the Temple of the Winds along the way. Saturday 16 May, 11am–1pm discovering the stories behind this special building and admiring its stunning views over Online Booking Essential Take a walk through the beautiful Cregagh Glen. nationaltrust.org.uk/whiteparkbay Guided by our ranger, uncover the woodland Strangford Lough. Adult £10 Child £5 flowers and history of the area. Booking Essential Member Adult £10 Child £5 Meet at the entrance to Cregagh Glen on the Contact 02842 788387 A55, at the top of Cregagh Road. Normal Admission Members Free Ardress No Charge Donations Welcome Apple Blossom Sundays Mount Stewart Sunday 10 and 17 May, 11am–5pm Mount Stewart Jazz in the Garden Set in the middle of the Orchard County, take Tastings at the Temple Sunday 31 May, 2–4.30pm a bite into the rich apple-growing of Ardress. Saturday 16 May, 7.30–10.30pm Pack a picnic and settle down on the lawn Ardress will be celebrating Apple Blossom. Enjoy a lazy spring evening as you dine with a to enjoy an afternoon of jazz in the beautiful Enjoy apple teas in the threshing barn, sample difference. Indulge in a decadent spring menu gardens. Sorry no BBQ’s but picnics welcome. MacIvors cider, make floral garlands and explore in the Temple of the Winds as you soak up its Bring warm clothing to sit outside. the orchards on a guided tour. stunning views over Strangford Lough. Normal Admission Members Free Normal Admission Members Free Over 18s only. Booking Essential Contact 02842 788387 Adult £55 Member Adult £55 24 Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest event information. 25 Downhill Demesne Mount Stewart Ever thought about becoming a volunteer? Bird Watching Walk Volunteering Big Brunch at Hezlett House Saturday 6 June, 10.30am–12noon Monday 1 June, 10–11.30am Wander with our resident bird enthusiast, Find out about volunteering with us across the Gemma, and see what you can spot around the whole North Coast. Join us for some brunch lake and grounds. June and enjoy a guided tour around Hezlett House. Meet at Mount Stewart reception. June Booking Essential Booking Essential Email [email protected] Contact 02842 788387 Free Event Normal Admission Members Free

Florence Court Mount Stewart Scenic Forest Walk Summer Fun at Mount Stewart Monday 1 June, 11am–1pm Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June, 11am–4.30pm Set off on a scenic 9km walk through forest Get your summer off to a great start with trails. Guided by our expert rangers, you’ll a weekend of fun and activities for the reach a viewing point that rewards you with whole family. panoramic views over Fermanagh and Lough Normal Admission Members Free Erne, Ireland’s fourth largest lake. Suitable clothing and footwear essential. Meet at Visitor Centre for registration. Walk with Dr Cliff Normal Admission Members Free Wednesday 10 June, 10am Uncover the stories of the world-famous Mount Stewart Causeway coast as you walk with Dr Cliff Henry Farm Walk from Dunseverick to Giant’s Causeway learning Crom Castle Coole Thursday 4 June, 10.30am–12.30pm about various natural habitiats along the way. Beginners Big Campout with Nature Summer Book Fair Uncover how the Trust works with local farmers Booking Essential Saturday 13 June, Check-in at 5pm Sunday 14 June, 1–4pm to look after Mount Stewart Demesne as you Contact 02870 848728 Experience a night under the stars at Crom Browse a variety of second hand books in the walk with our area ranger on this two mile trail. Adult £10 Child £5 with all the family. For those who are new to Grand Yard. Volunteers will be on hand to help Suitable for children aged 8 years and over with Member Adult £10 Child £5 camping, we will be lending a helping hand to you pick the perfect summer reads. Turn the first accompanying adult. Unsuitable for buggies. get you familiar with camping in the outdoors. page in the company of a tasty treat in the Tallow Good footwear required. Florence Court Enjoy toasted marshmallows around the tea-room. Book donations welcome. Booking Essential Twilight Tour at Florence Court campfire, bushcraft activities and a guided Normal Admission Members Free Contact 02842 788387 Wednesday 10 June, 7.30pm estate walk to show you why Crom is such a Normal Admission Members Free Experience the sights and sounds of Florence special place. Giant’s Causeway Court as you never have before. After a guided Online Booking Essential Dawn Midsummer Wildlife Walk Castle Coole walk through the showrooms, basement and nationaltrust.org.uk/crom Sunday 14 June, 6.30–9.30am Paws in the Park servants quarters at night, you will enjoy a glass Contact 02867 738118 Rise before the lark and join our conservation Saturday 6 June, 12noon–4pm of wine in the servants hall. Adult £15 Child £10 expert Dr Cliff Henry on an early morning guided Plan the perfect day out with your pooch. Enjoy Booking Advisable walk. Uncover the flora and fauna of Northern a dog walk or enter your dog in our Dog Show. Contact 02866 348249 Strangford Lough Ireland’s only World Heritage Site. Appetite Pick up behavioural techniques and grooming Chapel Island Ramble worked up, tuck into a hearty cooked breakfast in tips. Small extra cost to enter the Dog Show. Mount Stewart Saturday 13 June, 12noon–3pm the Causeway Hotel. Price includes breakfast. Normal Admission Members Free Car Bazaar Pull on your wellies and walk from Booking Essential Saturday 13 June, 9am–12noon across the sand flats to nearby Mid Island. Contact 02820 733419 Sell your unwanted items or browse around Discover the remarkable archaeological Adult £10 Child £10 the many stalls and pick up a few treasures. features on the way as well as the abundance of Member Adult £7 Child £7 Gates will not open before 7am. Please contact wildlife that make Strangford Lough so special. [email protected] for Long distance walk. Suitable for children aged 8 Springhill any queries. Terms and conditions apply. years and over accompanyied by an adult. Garden Fair Car £5 Van £10 Trailer £15 Booking Essential Sunday 14 June, 11am–5pm Contact 02842 788387 Stock up on shrubs and plants by browsing those Adult £5 Child £1 native to the gardens at Springhill. Wander around Member Adult £5 Child £1 our community allotment, enjoy a tour of the gardens and sample homemade cordials produced from fresh flowers and herbs in the garden. Normal Admission Members Free

26 Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest event information. 27 Divis and the Black Mountain Mount Stewart Bioblitz Jazz in the Garden Saturday 27 June, 10am–1pm Sunday 28 June, 2–4.30pm Calling all little rangers, our Belfast rangers are Pack a picnic and settle down on the lawn looking for your help. We will be spending a day to enjoy an afternoon of jazz in the beautiful helping you discover as many mini beasts, birds gardens. Sorry no BBQ’s but picnics welcome. June and plants as you can. Come and have some fun Bring warm clothing to sit outside. June and spend a few hours exploring this amazing Normal Admission Members Free habitat. Suitable for all ages. Suitable clothing and footwear essential. Bring a warm flask and light snack. Meet at the Coffee Barn. No Charge Donations Welcome

Crom Summer Family Adventures Sunday 28 June, 1–5pm Schools out for summer. Time to get outdoors and get active with some summer fun. Enjoy a Strangford Lough Portstewart Strand fun-filled afternoon of outdoor nature activities Saint Brendan Sea Safari Orchid Hunt such as bug hunts, woodland trails and crafts. Sunday 14 June, 1.30–4pm Saturday 20 June, 2–4pm Normal Admission Members Free All aboard a scenic sea safari. Pack the kids and Embark on a dune adventure at Portstewart a camera for a voyage across Strangford Lough. Strand and discover why it’s more than just a Mount Stewart Spot seals, seabirds and other wildlife as you beach. Guided by our expert ranger, roam the Tour the Temple cruise this internationally important marine site. amazing sand dune system spotting Bee and Sunday 28 June, 12noon–1pm and 2–3pm Bring waterproof clothing. Meet at Portaferry Pyramidal Orchids. Take a tour of the Temple of the Winds. Uncover Harbour. Online Booking Essential the history of this special building as you soak up nationaltrust.org.uk/portstewartstrand Booking Essential its stunning views over Strangford Lough. Contact 02842 788387 Adult £5 Child £2.50 Booking Essential Adult £15 Child £5 Member Adult £5 Child £2.50 Contact 02842 788387 Member Adult £15 Child £5 Normal Admission Members Free Strangford Lough Summer Solstice Walk Visitor View Saturday 20 June, 6.30–8am Make the most of the longest day of the year ‘ I would like to thank the wonderful staff with a guided walk along the coast of Orlock. at Florence court for a great experience Our ranger will point out the local wildlife that my son and myself had mountain along the way. Enjoy refreshments at the end. biking this morning what great idea to Suitable for children aged 8 years and over with hire mountain bikes such a great way to accompanying adult. explore all the trails at Florence court.’ Booking Essential Liam Contact 02842 788387 Adult £5 Child £5 Member Adult £5 Child £5 Florence Court Forest Park Cycling Tour Castle Ward Saturday 20 June, 11am–2pm Fathers Day at Castle Ward Guided by our rangers, explore the Forest Sunday 21 June, 11am–4pm Park at Florence Court on two-wheels and Treat Dad to a relaxing afternoon in our busy be rewarded with stunning views over the working estate. Visit the Corn Mill and see the Fermanagh countryside from the Red Trail. Learn vintage farm vehicles. Get active and explore the more about the wider estate and nature and how trails on foot or bring a bike and discover the we manage it for all to enjoy. hidden beauty of Castle Ward. Dads enjoy a free Meet at Visitor Centre. coffee or tea in our tea-room. Booking Advisable Normal Admission Members Free Contact 02866 348249 £5 for bike hire 28 Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest event information. 29 30 July Additional charge for BBQ Normal Admission will enjoy theentertainment inthecourtyard. feast from our summer BBQ. Younger visitors Relax to laid-back tunes with live music and a Every Sunday in July, 1–4pm Lazy Sundays The Argory Normal Admission the shop. Sunday lunchinour tearoom before browsing and soak upsummer sounds. Treat yourself to Enjoy a lazy Sunday as you relax inthegrounds Every Sunday in July, 1.30–4pm SummerMusic Series Castle Ward

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a couple of years ago, we can take advantage of so many great days out. The Argory among other places is such a beautiful place, peaceful, relaxing and withthemusic, bbq and activities and crafts for kids this makes the perfect day.’ Tracey, Visitorto The Argory Members Free Members Free Normal Admission Meet at Visitor Centre. lives and lurks around themagnificent estate. take a tour with our rangers and discover what Have ago atpond-dipping bug and hunts as you Thursday 2,16 and 30 July, 2.30–4.30pm Creaturesof Crom Crom Adult £10 nationaltrust.org.uk/downhilldemesne Online Booking Essential green-fingered tips. as you chat to our gardeners and pick up a few Unearth thebeauty of theBishops Gate gardens Every Wednesday in July, 2–4pm Downhill GardensEstate and Tours Downhill Demesne Contact 02887 784753 Booking Essential aged 5 years and over. reading and creating wild art. Suitable for kids fun lessonslike den-building, storytelling, map- in The Argory’s summer classroom. Enrol themin Fresh air and mother nature are thetop teachers Every Wednesday in July, 1–3pm Woodland Classroom The Argory Member£10 Adult Members Free

Normal Admission Meet at Visitor Centre. afternoon with our rangers inthe woodlands. and how to make a campfire as you spend an Learn bushcraft skillssuch as den-building Thursday 2,16 and 30 July, 2.30–4.30pm WoodlandBushcraft Skills Crom No Charge our rangers on White Park Bay. Embark on a morning of fun and adventure with Friday 3 July, 10am–12noon Rangersthe Go Wild with White Park Bay Normal Admission Contact 02842 788387 Booking Essential Meet at Mount Stewart reception. lakegrounds. and Gemma, and see what you can spot around the Wander with our resident bird enthusiast, Saturday 4 July, 10.30am–12noon Bird Watching Walk Mount Stewart No Charge Meet at Minnowburn car park. guided tour. Minnowburn as our rangers take you on a Wander around the wildflower meadows of Saturday 4 July, 11am–1pm Meadow Day Minnowburn Member£15 Adult Adult £15 nationaltrust.org.uk/crom Online Booking Essential on arrival. shores of Lough Erne.Enjoy a glass of wine Pack a picnic and dancethenight away onthe Relax by thelake with an evening of live music. Saturday 4 July, 7–10pm Music by theLake Crom Normal Admission producers. weekly essentialsfrom independent and local first Farmers Market as you pick up your Pack your shopping bags and browse our Saturday 4 July, 11am–3pm Farmers Market Ardress Child £7 Donations Welcome Donations Welcome

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No Charge Contact 02820 733335 Booking Essential of exploration and discovery. Ballintoythe Rockhound Clublead anafternoon Take a tour with thefossil hunters as members of Sunday 5 July, 1–3pm Ballintoy Rockhound Club Meeting Carrick-a-Rede Member£2 Adult Adult £2 nationaltrust.org.uk/portstewartstrand Online Booking Essential Nets provided. provides a great way to get active at thecoast. the dunes. The season of butterflies andmoths and identify thebutterflies fluttering among Float along with our rangers on a huntto catch Saturday 4 July, 2–4pm Butterfly Safari1 Portstewart Strand Car £5 Car anyqueries. Termsconditions apply. and [email protected] for Gates will notopenbefore 7am.Please contact the many stalls and pick up a few treasures. Sell your unwanted items or browse around Saturday 4 July, 9am–12noon C Mount Stewart ar Bazaar

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31 July 32 July Normal Admission free to dress up. join Cinderella for a day of fun activities. Feel along your favourite teddy. Bring a picnic and If you go down to the woods today, thenbring Sunday 12 and Monday 13 July, 11am–4.30pm Teddy Bears Picnic Mount Stewart Free Event Email [email protected] Booking Essential Meet atBishop’s Gate. Plant IDchart and learn about wildflowers. hay meadows at Downhill Demesne.Pick up a rangers to carry out a wildflower survey inthe Help monitor our meadows as you work with our Saturday 11 July, 2–4pm Go Wild intheMeadows Downhill Demesne Normal Admission Tallow tea-room. in sometasty treats from thenearby some summer sounds.Pack a picnicor indulge Settle ontheDrying Green lawn and soak up Sunday 5 July, 2–4pm Music inthePark Castle Coole Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest event information. Members Free Members Free

MemberFree Adult Adult Free Contact 02842 788387 Booking Essential Peninsula. Wellingtonsadvisable. at themagical Kearney Village onthe Outer Young wildlife enthusiasts will love thisday out Thursday 16 July, 1–3pm Rock Pool Picnic Kearney Child £8 Contact 02842 788387 Booking Essential Drop-off activity for children aged 5–11 years. those little critters are hiding a magnifying glass and helpusdiscover where you become a bug detective for theday. Pick up Discover a whole worldofbugsbeasties and as Wednesday 15 July, 1.30–3.30pm Bug Detectives Mount Stewart Normal Admission afternoon walk. Soak upsummer musicon your Sunday Sunday 12 and 19 July, 12noon–2pm Music Sundays Mussenden Temple Child £3

Members Free Child £3 . nationaltrust.org.uk/florence-court Online Booking Essential BBQ andaguidedestate walk. Gather around thecampfire withentertainment, overnight camping experience onthefront lawn. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind summer getaway with an Saturday 18 July, Check-in 6pm Pop-up Camping Florence Court Member£2 Adult Adult £2 nationaltrust.org.uk/portstewartstrand Online Booking Essential Nets provided. provides a great way to get active at thecoast. the dunes. The season of butterflies andmoths and identify thebutterflies fluttering among Float along with our rangers on a huntto catch Saturday 18 July, 2–4pm Butterfly Safari2 Portstewart Strand Car parking charge for nonmembers. No Charge or [email protected] Contact 02843 751467 Booking Essential woodlice live. where theladybirds, spiders, caterpillars and Put on your dectective hat as Shelagh shows you crawlies and minibeasts hiding at Murlough. Mad about bugs? There’s all kindsof creepy Saturday 18 July, 2pm Outdoor Adventures –Bug Hunt Murlough National Nature Reserve Child £5 Donations Welcome Child £5

Child £8 Contact 02842 788387 Booking Essential Drop-off activity for children aged 5–11 years. might even spotsomered squirrels. for tell-tale signsof wildlife. If you’re lucky, we activities. Learn tracking skills and how to look Mount Stewart through games and interactive Home to many habitats, meet the wildlife of Wednesday 22 July, 1.30–3.30pm Wildlife Trackers Mount Stewart Member£10 Adult Adult £10 Normal Admission Contact 02842 788387 Booking Essential footwear essential. scent. Suitable waterproof clothing and sturdy garden filled withdramatic colour andsummer experience theenchantmentof this world-class renowned guests.Lead by our expert gardeners, World, stroll through thissanctuary for world Voted as oneof the Top Ten Gardens inthe Sunday 19 July, 11am–1pm SummerGarden Walk Mount Stewart Normal Admission tea-room. in sometasty treats from thenearby Tallow some summer sounds.Pack a picnicor indulge Settle ontheDrying Green lawn and soak up Sunday 19 July, 2–4pm Music inthePark Castle Coole Child £5

Child £5 Members Free Members Free 33 July Castle Ward Crom Summer Music Series Music by the Lake Every Sunday in August, 1.30–4pm Saturday 1 August, 7–10pm Enjoy a lazy Sunday as you relax in the grounds Relax by the lake with an evening of live music. and soak up summer sounds. Treat yourself to Pack a picnic and dance the night away on the Sunday lunch in our tearoom before browsing shores of Lough Erne. Enjoy a glass of wine July the shop. on arrival. August Normal Admission Members Free Online Booking Essential nationaltrust.org.uk/crom The Argory Adult £15 Child £7 Lazy Sundays Member Adult £15 Child £7 Every Sunday in August, 1–4pm Relax to laid-back tunes with live music and a Downhill Demesne feast from our summer BBQ. Younger visitors Kite Festival will enjoy the entertainment in the courtyard. Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August, Normal Admission Members Free 12noon–5pm Additional charge for BBQ Take off to a weekend of high-flying action as a Visitor View Mount Stewart kaleidoscope of colourful kites of all shapes and Wellbrook Beetling Mill sizes set sail above the skies of this stunning Tastings at the Temple ‘ We really enjoyed the Jazz in the Gardens River Rangers coastal estate. Flying a kite has always been Saturday 25 July, 7.30–10.30pm and our picnic on the lawns. After that Every Saturday in August, 1–3pm classic fun but with stunt kite performances and Enjoy a lazy summer evening as you dine with a we were able to walk off lunch around the Take a mindful walk through the wildflower syncronised kite teams, this is a spectacle not to difference. Indulge in a decadent summer menu many forested paths and in the beautiful meadow before enjoying a child friendly tour of be missed. in the Temple of the Winds as you soak up its gardens.’ stunning views over Strangford Lough. the mill. Roll up your sleeves and have a go at Normal Admission Members Free Over 18s only. Irene, Visitor to Mount Stewart pond-dipping and many of our other ‘50 things Booking Essential to do before you’re 11 and 3/4’ activities. Contact 02842 788387 Normal Admission Members Free Adult £55 Member Adult £55 Mount Stewart Tour the Temple Downhill Demesne Sunday 26 July, 12noon–1pm and 2–3pm Downhill Gardens and Estate Tours Portmuck Super Shore Sweep Take a tour of the Temple of the Winds Every Wednesday August, 2–4pm Saturday 25 July, 1–4pm discovering the stories behind this special Unearth the beauty of the Bishops Gate gardens Help to clean up this part of the shore line of building while admiring its stunning views over as you chat to our gardeners and pick up a few around Portmuck Harbour. We can Strangford Lough. green-fingered tips. also look for some geological clues that explain Booking Essential Online Booking Essential how this landscape was formed. Contact 02842 788387 nationaltrust.org.uk/downhilldemesne Meet at Portmuck car park. Normal Admission Members Free Adult £10 Member Adult £10 No Charge Donations Welcome Mount Stewart Portstewart Strand Jazz in the Garden Visitor View Nature in the Dune Sunday 26 July, 2–4.30pm Saturday 25 July, 2–4pm Pack a picnic and settle down on the lawn ‘ Great scenery... kite festival a must’ Meander with us through the ancient system to enjoy an afternoon of jazz in the beautiful of sand dunes and discover how to record the gardens. Sorry no BBQ’s but picnics welcome. Gareth, Visitor to Downhill Demesne abundance of wildlife that make it their home. Bring warm clothing to sit outside. Online Booking Essential Normal Admission Members Free nationaltrust.org.uk/portstewartstrand No Charge Donations Welcome Castle Coole Visitor View Summer Book Fair Florence Court Thursday 30 July, 1–4pm ‘ Great day out at the kite festival... Music at the Summer House Browse a variety of second hand books in the plenty of wind and sun!’ Sunday 26 July, 2–4pm Grand Yard. Volunteers will be on hand to help Relax with an afternoon of live music as you you pick the perfect summer reads. Turn the Nadia, Visitor to Downhill Demesne soak up the views of the Pleasure Ground and first page in the company of a tasty treat in the Benaughlin Mountain. Enjoy a lazy Sunday lunch Tallow tea-room. with tasty treats from the BBQ. Book donations welcome. Normal Admission Members Free Normal Admission Members Free

34 Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest event information. 35 Springhill Crom Family Fun Day Creatures of Crom Sunday 9 August, 11am–5pm Thursday 13 August, 2.30–4.30pm Enjoy traditional lawn games, funfair Have a go at pond-dipping and bug hunts as you amusements, face painting and special children’s take a tour with our rangers and discover what house tours at this action-packed family day out. lives and lurks around the magnificent estate. August Enjoy live music as you enjoy a BBQ lunch. Meet at Visitor Centre. August Normal Admission Members Free Normal Admission Members Free

Mussenden Temple Crom Music Sundays Woodland Bushcraft Skills Sunday 9, 16, 23, 30 August, 12noon–2pm Thursday 13 August, 2.30–4.30pm Soak up summer music on your Sunday Learn bushcraft skills such as fire-making and afternoon walk. den-building as you spend an afternoon with our Normal Admission Members Free rangers in the woodlands. Meet at Visitor Centre. Springhill Normal Admission Members Free Celebration of Springhill’s Allotment Monday 10 to Friday 16 August, 11am–4pm Springhill See what goes on behind the big wall as part of Batty Bonanza Mount Stewart White Park Bay National Allotment Week. Chat to the allotment Friday 14 August, 7.30pm–late Bird Watching Walk Go Wild with the Rangers holders and pick up some top tips. Surviving summer can drive parents batty so Saturday 1 August, 10.30am–12noon Friday 7 August, 10am–12noon Find out more at nationaltrust.org.uk/springhill take off to this night of family fun. Educate and Wander with our resident bird enthusiast, Embark on a morning of fun and adventure Normal Admission Members Free entertain as they learn about the bats that make Gemma, and see what you can spot around the with our rangers on White Park Bay. their home in and around Springhill, and make lake and grounds. No Charge Donations Welcome Mount Stewart something batty to take home. Meet at Mount Stewart reception. Bug Detectives Normal Admission Members Free Booking Essential Portstewart Strand Wednesday 12 August, 1.30–3.30pm Contact 02842 788387 Butterfly Safari 3 Discover a whole world of bugs and beasties as Divis and the Black Mountain Normal Admission Members Free Saturday 8 August, 2–4pm you become a bug detective for the day. Pick up Divis after Dark Float along with our rangers on a hunt to catch a magnifying glass and help us discover where Saturday 15 August, 8–10pm Mount Stewart and identify the butterflies fluttering among those little critters are hiding. Our ranger team are hosting a night exploring Car Bazaar the dunes. The season of butterflies and moths Drop-off activity for children aged 5–11 years. the stars and searching for some of the Saturday 1 August, 9am–12noon provides a great way to get active at the coast. Booking Essential mountains more elusive mammals. If you fancy Sell your unwanted items or browse around Nets provided. Contact 02842 788387 yourself as a bat detective or would enjoy an the many stalls and pick up a few treasures. Online Booking Essential Child £8 evening stroll come and join us. Gates will not open before 7am. Please contact nationaltrust.org.uk/portstewartstrand Meet at the Coffee Barn. [email protected] for Adult £2 Child £5 No Charge Donations Welcome any queries. Terms and conditions apply. Member Adult £2 Child £5 Car £5 Van £10 Trailer £15 Murlough National Nature Reserve Mount Stewart A Nature Reserve Behind The Scenes Castle Coole Family Bike and BBQ Saturday 15 August, 10.30am Music in the Park Saturday 8 August, 5.30pm–9pm What have ponies and conies got to do with Sunday 2 August, 2–4pm Ever wanted to cycle the trails at Mount Stewart? sand dunes, flowers and rare butterflies? Settle on the Drying Green lawn and soak up Bring the whole family for an evening of cycling Discover all as you take a guided walk with our some summer sounds. Pack a picnic or indulge fun and tasty food. With two routes available, all wardens learning what it takes to manage a in some tasty treats from the nearby Tallow ages and abilities can take part, even those on nature reserve. tea-room. stabilizers will be able to work up an appetite. Booking Essential Normal Admission Members Free Ticket price includes one burger or hotdog plus Contact 02843 751467 a soft drink. or email [email protected] Ardress Booking Essential No Charge Donations Welcome Go Batty Contact 02842 788387 Car parking charge for non members. Friday 7 August, 8.30pm–late Adult £8.50 Child £8.50 Did you know that eight different types of bats Member Adult £8.50 Child £8.50 call Ardress home? Help identify them and make some batty crafts to take home. Normal Admission Members Free

36 Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest event information. 37 Castle Coole Castle Ward Music in the Park Cookbook Class Sunday 16 August, 2–4pm Saturday 22 August, 1–3pm Settle on the Drying Green lawn and soak up Do you struggle to get a Victoria Sponge light some summer sounds. Pack a picnic or indulge and fluffy? Do your scones resemble rockcakes? in some tasty treats from the nearby Tallow Led by our clever cooks, take the Castle Ward August tea-room. Cookbook Class to picks up hints and tips. August Normal Admission Members Free Booking Essential Contact 02844 881204 Mount Stewart Wildlife Trackers Castle Coole Wednesday 19 August, 1.30–3.30pm Palace in the Park Discovery Home to many habitats, meet the wildlife of Monday 24 August, 2–4pm Mount Stewart through games and interactive Explore the ancient woodland, wildflowers, activities. Learn tracking skills and how to look bluebells and wildlife of the estate as our for tell-tale signs of wildlife. If you’re lucky, we knowledgeable rangers lead a guided walk might even spot some red squirrels. through its parkland. Drop-off activity for children aged 5–11 years. Meet at Visitor Reception for registration. Booking Essential Normal Admission Members Free Contact 02842 788387 Child £8 Crom Creatures of Crom Mount Stewart Florence Court Strangford Lough Thursday 27 August, 2.30–4.30pm Tour the Temple Honey Bears Picnic Salt Island Camping Have a go at pond-dipping and bug hunts as you Sunday 30 August, 12noon–1pm and 2–3pm Sunday 30 and Monday 31 August, 2–4pm Thursday 20 August at 11am take a tour with our rangers and discover what Take a tour of the Temple of the Winds In conjunction with our Honey Show, pack to Friday 21 August at 3pm lives and lurks around the magnificent estate. discovering the stories behind this special your favourite teddy and a picnic. Follow the Enjoy a one-of-a-kind summer getaway to a Meet at Visitor Centre. building while admiring its stunning views over self-led trail to find the lost teddy bears who are remote island off Killyleagh. Get ready for an Normal Admission Members Free Strangford Lough. trying to find the pot of sweet honey hidden adventure as you gather around the campfire Booking Essential somewhere on the estate. and learn bushcraft skills with our ranger team. Crom Contact 02842 788387 Normal Admission Members Free Suitable for children aged 8 years and over with Woodland Bushcraft Skills Normal Admission Members Free accompanying adult. Thursday 27 August, 2.30–4.30pm Crom Booking Essential Learn bushcraft skills such as fire-making and Mount Stewart Cruise the Lough Contact 02842 788387 den-building as you spend an afternoon with our Jazz in the Garden Monday 31 August, 1–5pm Adult £40 Child £40 rangers in the woodlands. Sunday 30 August, 2–4.30pm See a different side to Crom estate as you Member Adult £40 Child £40 Meet at Visitor Centre. Pack a picnic and settle down on the lawn cruise around the lough in Crom’s 100 year old Normal Admission Members Free to enjoy an afternoon of jazz in the beautiful traditional craft. Weather dependent. gardens. No BBQs but picnics welcome. Bring Booking Essential White Park Bay warm clothing to sit outside. Contact 02867 738118 Geology Walk Normal Admission Members Free Normal Admission Members Free Saturday 29 August, 1–4pm Adult £5 Child £2.50 Uncover the geology of Ballintoy Harbour and Florence Court Member Adult £5 Child £2.50 White Park Bay coastal path as Ian Enlander in Honey Show association with Earth Science Ireland shares his Sunday 30 and Monday 31 August, 1–4pm expert insight of the area on this guided walk. Add a buzz to your Bank Holiday weekend. Chat Visitor View Online Booking Essential to the Fermanagh Beekeepers, see the bees at nationaltrust.org.uk/whiteparkbay work in the observation hive and pick up a sweet ‘ Fantastic day exploring National Trust Adult £5 Child £2.50 treat with different types of local honey for sale. Crom Estate on one of their 100 year Normal Admission Members Free old cots. Many thanks to the Rangers Ardress for giving us such a rare guided tour, Music at the Orchard showing off many unseen parts of the Sunday 30 August, 1–4pm estate with its array of wild flowers, Soak up summer sounds as you relax on the historic ruins and wildlife.’ south lawn at Ardress listening to live music. Enjoy elderflower and apple mocktails with a Angela, Visitor to Crom summer BBQ. Normal Admission Members Free Additional charge for BBQ 38 Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest event information. 39 Screen history and scenery at Strangford Lough Fans of Game of Thrones will recognise Be our guest Potter’s Cottage at Castle Ward from series one where it appeared in the set of Whether you’re looking for a luxury hotel break on the Winterfell. This quaint stone cottage is in Causeway coast, a camping adventure in a woodland setting the heart of the Old Castle Ward farmyard near the peaceful and tranquil shores of or the tranquillity of a cosy lakeside cottage, our holiday Strangford Lough (sleeps four people). accommodation has something to suit your mood and budget. Also tucked away in the stunning 820 acre demesne at Castle Ward are 24 hardstanding pitches, space for up to six tents and six continental camping pods. Relax by the lakeside The Bunkhouse, a two-storey former game- in keepers cottage is also ideally suited for large families or groups of up to 14 people. We have a range of holiday cottages and accommodation in Fermanagh, from quirky Castle Ward Pod glamping pods, to a cottage for six people. On the shores of Upper Lough Erne Crom is one of Ireland’s most important nature Every booking helps us conservation areas with rare and spectacular look after special places wildlife, inspirational woodland walks and nature trails. The estate is a well-known for ever, for everyone. camping destination, but for those who want to enjoy a little more luxury, we offer ‘glamping’ pods. They were originally used to house Causeway Hotel pigs, but they’ve certainly had an upgrade since then. Crom also has seven holiday Crom cottages cottages ranging from Erne View, which sleeps six people, to Alder Cottage, the ideal romantic retreat with one double bedroom. Butler’s Apartment at Florence Court, provides an unforgettable country Portbradden Cottage view house experience. Situated in the south wing, this unique and atmospheric Camping at Crom Rediscover the Causeway Coast apartment retains its original features and character, and is enhanced with Nestled in an idyllic harbour on the North Antrim luxurious additions (sleeps four people). Coast, Portbradden Cottage is a three bedroom cottage in an inspirational location from which to explore the North Coast of Northern Ireland. Get away from it all at Strand House, a Cornish-style coastal cottage right in the heart of the . Step through the bold red stable door of this cottage to discover the quirky internal layout. Take in the sea views from the bedroom or head outside to feel the sand between your toes on the wide sandy beach. For added luxury book a stay at the Causeway Hotel. Holiday bookings Recently refurbished this warm and welcoming hotel offers exceptional hospitality, comfort and For further details and to book a cuisine. Situated at the entrance to the world famous National Trust holiday cottage, Giant’s Causeway, with views over the beautiful glamping pod or hotel visit Antrim coast, there are 28 en-suite bedrooms and nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays Florence Court holiday apartment conference facilities for up to 60 delegates. or call 0344 800 2070.

40 41 Top six natural play areas

We’re on a mission to connect children with nature. To encourage them to run free and learn new skills. We’ve created natural play areas at many of our special places and spaces to help turn a day out into an action-packed adventure

Florence Court

Florence Court Springhill You’ll find the natural play area at Florence Court located just behind the house with Springhill plenty of activities to discover. Have a go at adding to the nest of willow, try the rope Venture through the woodlands at Springhill swing or make some music on the wooden and discover a clearing with natural climbing xylophone. Using tree stumps, branches, Mount Stewart frames, rope swings and dens, mystical and other natural materials found in the creatures and thrones. Children of all ages will forest, the rangers are always adding to be able to get in touch with nature and create the play area, they’ll find something new to Mount Stewart Rowallane Garden their own stories and games as they let their tackle every time you visit. Inspired by Edith, Lady Londonderry’s With wooden sculptures, the Explore and imaginations run wild. children’s book, The Magic Inkpot, Mount Play area at Rowallane Garden has been Stewart’s natural play area brings characters made using completely natural materials. Murlough National from this mythical tale of Irish legends to Fallen trees have been reimagined as life. Step into a magical land of upside-down climbing frames, activity dens have Nature Reserve trees, where sea dragons play and sleeping been made from branches and stepping Find this natural play area just before you dragons lie. Balance beams, stepping logs, stones have been inventively fashioned enter the sand dunes. Get them warmed up a tree cave, squirrel run, see-saw and more from cut stumps and logs. Beams and for a stroll along the beach by letting them provide a fun challenge for mind and body. obstacles offer graduated risks and crawl, hop and skip though this fun obstacle challenges that are sure to leave them course, full of larger than life animals. feeling very proud of themselves. Minnowburn Murlough National Nature Reserve Minnowburn The natural play trail at Minnowburn winds through the forest following the River Lagan. Made largely from recycled tree trunks and willow, the trail features balancing beams, stepping stones, a seesaw, log ladder and more. Some of Rowallane Garden the larger pieces of natural play include a giant xylophone, willow den and a teddy bear picnic seating area.

42 43 Cushendun Mournes Lisnabreeny Mount Stewart At a glance Go Wild with the Rangers Woodland Flowers Farm Walk Mend the Mournes Monday 4 Saturday 18 of Cregagh Glen Thursday 4 Saturday 16 Crom Carrick-a-Rede White Park Bay Hidden Spring Estate Mount Stewart February Mount Stewart Ballintoy Rockhound Club Meeting Have-a-go Morning Tuesday 5 Tastings at the Temple Mother’s Day Sunday 19 Friday 5 At a glance a At Saturday 16 glance a At Saturday 21–Sunday 22 Downhill Demesne Florence Court Mount Stewart Castle Coole Silent Light Art Installation Scenic Forest Walk Castle Coole Castle Ward Rhododendron Ramble Paws in the Park Sunday 9-Sunday 23 Tuesday 5 Palace in the Park Discovery Castle Ward in Bloom Sunday 19 Saturday 6 Sunday 17 Sunday 22 Cushendun Murlough National Nature Reserve Mount Stewart Mount Stewart Beach Clean Bug Detectives Mount Stewart The Argory Pet Nose Day Bird Watching Walk Friday 28 Friday 8 Spring Garden Walk Art Talks Sunday 19 Saturday 6 Sunday 17 Thursday 26 Rathlin March Derrymore Mount Stewart Ranger for the Day Florence Court Mount Stewart Birdsong and Bluebells Dawn Chorus Summer Fun Friday 8 Country Fair Spring Stomp Saturday 25 Saturday 6–Sunday 7 Mount Stewart Sunday 24 Bird Watching Walk Saturday 28 Mount Stewart Divis and the Black Mountain Murlough National Nature Reserve Saturday 7 Bluebell Walks Castle Ward Mournes Ridge Trail Walk Beach Clean Friday 8–Saturday 9 Bark in the Park Mend the Mournes Saturday 25 Saturday 6 White Park Bay Monday 25 Beach Clean Saturday 28 Castle Ward The Argory White Park Bay Saturday 7 Vintage Sports Day Crom Vintage Rally Beach Clean Friday 8–Sunday 10 Cruise the Lough April Saturday 25 Saturday 6 Mount Stewart Monday 25 World Book Weekend Downhill Demesne Cushendun Saturday 7–Sunday 8 Mount Stewart Murlough National Nature Reserve Garden and Plant Fair Murlough National Nature Reserve Have-a-go Morning Car Bazaar Jo’s Workshops Saturday 9 Bug Detectives Sunday 7 Saturday 4 Saturday 25 Various locations Monday 25 Community Open Weekends Murlough National Nature Reserve Portstewart Strand Saturday 7–Sunday 8 Mount Stewart Mount Stewart Bluebell Stroll with the Ranger Murlough National Nature Reserve Beach Clean Bird Watching Walk Tour the Temple Saturday 9 Jo’s Workshops Monday 8 Castle Coole Saturday 4 Sunday 26 Saturday 30 Annual Spring Bulb Plant Rowallane Garden Dunseverick Sunday 8 Various locations Mount Stewart Spring Plant Fair Mournes Walk with Dr Cliff Easter Holiday activities Jazz in the Garden Saturday 9 Mend the Mournes Wednesday 10 Castle Ward Sunday 26 Saturday 30 An Object I Love Hezlett House White Park Bay Florence Court Saturday 14 Easter wreath workshops Bluebell and Bird Walk Mount Stewart Twilight Tour Wednesday 8 May Saturday 9 Tour the Temple Wednesday 10 Downhill Demense Murlough National Nature Reserve Sunday 31 Wild Garlic Foraging Walk Portstewart Strand Giants Causeway/Carrick-a-Rede Mount Stewart and Workshop Beach Clean 50 things Month Jo’s Workshops Mount Stewart Car Bazaar Saturday 14 Thursday 9 Daily Saturday 9 Jazz in the Garden Saturday 13 Ardress House Sunday 31 Murlough National Nature Reserve Murlough National Nature Reserve Minnowburn Mournes Apple Blossom Jo’s Workshops Jo’s Workshops Minnowburn Dander Mend the Mournes Sunday 10–17 Saturday 14 Saturday 11 Saturday 2 June Saturday 13 Murlough National Nature Reserve Crom Mount Stewart Castle Ward Downhill Demesne Crom Beach Clean Easter Cruise the Lough Bird Watching Walk Castle Ward at Night Volunteering Big Brunch Beginners Big Campout Saturday 14 Monday 13 Saturday 2 Thursday 14 Monday 1 Saturday 13 Giant’s Causeway Florence Court Mount Stewart Castle Coole Florence Court Strangford Lough Saint Patrick’s Day Celebrations Easter Monday Family Fun Day Car Bazaar Twilight Tour Scenic Forest Walk Chapel Island Ramble Tuesday 17 March Monday 13 Saturday 2 Friday 15 Monday 1 Saturday 13 Mussenden Temple Various locations Florence Court Mournes Downhill Demesne Murlough National Nature Reserve Mussenden Lights Cadbury Easter Egg Hunts Music at the Summer House Mend the Mournes Have-a-go Morning Jo’s Workshops Tuesday 17 March Friday 10–Tuesday 14 Sunday 3 Saturday 16 Tuesday 2 Saturday 13 Cushendun The Argory Giants Causeway Mount Stewart Red Squirrel Day Downhill Demesne Castle Coole Spring Book Fair World Heritage Day Dawn Chorus Walk Saturday 16 How does your Garden Grow? Summer Book Fair Saturday 21–Sunday 22 Saturday 18 Sunday 3 Wednesday 3 Sunday 14 44 45 Giant’s Causeway Downhill Demesne Mussenden Temple Mount Stewart Dawn Midsummer Wildlife Walk Gardens and Estate Tours Music Sundays Jazz in the Garden Mount Stewart Castle Ward Sunday 14 Every Wednesday Sunday 12–Sunday 19 Sunday 26 Family Bike and BBQ Cookbook Class Saturday 8 Saturday 22 Springhill Cushendun Mount Stewart Cushendun Garden Fair Beach Clean Bug Detectives Ranger for the Day Murlough National Nature Reserve Murlough National Nature Reserve Sunday 14 Every Friday Wednesday 15 Wednesday 29 Jo’s Workshops Jo’s Workshops Saturday 8 Saturday 22 At a glance a At At a glance a At Strangford Lough Crom Kearney Castle Coole Saint Brendan Sea Safari Creatures of Crom Rock Pool Picnic Summer Book Fair Springhill Castle Coole Sunday 14 Thursday 2, 16 and 30 Thursday 16 Thursday 30 Family Fun Day Palace in the Park Discovery Sunday 9 Monday 24 Florence Court Crom Florence Court Forest Park Cycling Tour Woodland Bushcraft Skills Pop-up Camping August Mussenden Temple Crom Saturday 20 Thursday 2, 16 and 30 Saturday 18 Music Sundays Creatures of Crom Castle Ward Sunday 9, 16, 23, 30 Thursday 27 Portstewart Strand White Park Bay Murlough National Nature Reserve Summer Music Series Orchid Hunt Go Wild with the Rangers Bug Hunt Every Sunday Springhill Crom Saturday 20 Friday 3 Saturday 18 Springhill’s Allotment Woodland Bushcraft Skills The Argory Monday 10–Friday 16 Thursday 27 Strangford Lough Ardress House Portstewart Strand Lazy Sundays Summer Solstice Walk Farmers Market Butterfly Safari 2 Every Sunday Mount Stewart White Park Bay Saturday 20 Saturday 4 Saturday 18 Bug Detectives Geology Walk Wellbrook Beetling Mill Wednesday 12 Saturday 29 Castle Ward Crom Castle Coole River Rangers Father’s Day Music by the Lake Music in the Park Every Saturday Downhill Demesne Mournes Sunday 21 Saturday 4 Sunday 19 Shake, Rattle ‘n Roll! Mend the Mournes Downhill Demesne Wednesday 12 Saturday 29 Divis and the Black Mountain Minnowburn Mount Stewart Gardens and Estate Tours Bioblitz Meadow Day Summer Garden Walk Every Wednesday Crom Ardress House Saturday 27 Saturday 4 Sunday 19 Creatures of Crom Music at the Orchard Cushendun Thursday 13 Sunday 30 Mournes Mount Stewart Mount Stewart Beach Clean Mend the Mournes Bird Watching Walk Wildlife Trackers Every Friday Crom Mount Stewart Saturday 27 Saturday 4 Wednesday 22 Woodland Bushcraft Skills Tour the Temple Downhill Demesne Thursday 13 Sunday 30 Murlough National Nature Reserve Mount Stewart Mournes Kite Festival Jo’s Workshops Car Bazaar Mend the Mournes Saturday 1–Sunday 2 Springhill Mount Stewart Saturday 27 Saturday 4 Saturday 25 Batty Bonanza Jazz in the Garden Crom Friday 14 Sunday 30 Crom Portstewart Strand Murlough National Nature Reserve Music by the Lake Summer Family Adventures Butterfly Safari 1 Jo’s Workshops Saturday 1 Mournes Florence Court Sunday 28 Saturday 4 Saturday 25 Mend the Mournes Honey Show and Honey Mount Stewart Saturday 15 Bears Picnic Mount Stewart Murlough National Nature Reserve Mount Stewart Bird Watching Walk Sunday 30–Monday 31 Tour the Temple Beach Clean Tastings at the Temple Saturday 1 Divis and the Black Mountain Sunday 28 Saturday 4 Saturday 25 Divis after Dark Crom Mount Stewart Saturday 15 Cruise the Lough Mount Stewart Carrick-a-Rede Portmuck Car Bazaar Monday 31 Jazz in the Garden Ballintoy Rockhound Club Meeting Portmuck Super Shore Sweep Saturday 1 Murlough National Nature Reserve Sunday 28 Sunday 5 Saturday 25 A Nature Reserve Behind Castle Coole The Scenes Castle Coole Portstewart Strand Music in the Park Saturday 15 July Music in the Park Nature in the Dune Sunday 2 Sunday 5 Saturday 25 Castle Coole Castle Ward Ardress House Music in the Park Summer Music Series Downhill Demesne Murlough National Nature Reserve Go Batty Sunday 16 Every Sunday Go Wild in the Meadows Ragwort Challenge Friday 7 Photo credits: National Trust Images / Saturday 11 Saturday 25 Mount Stewart John Millar, Chris Lacey, Conor Edgell, The Argory White Park Bay Wildlife Trackers James Dobson Joe Cornish, Megan Taylor, Lazy Sundays Murlough National Nature Reserve Florence Court Go Wild with the Rangers Wednesday 19 Robert Morris, Ben Selway, Trevor Ray- Every Sunday Jo’s Workshops Music at the Summer House Friday 7 Hart, Oskar Proctor, Dougie Holden Saturday 11 Sunday 26 Strangford Lough The Argory Portstewart Strand Salt Island Camping National Trust / Christopher Heaney, Woodland Classroom Mount Stewart Mount Stewart Butterfly Safari 3 Thursday 20–Friday 21 McAuley Media, Bernie Brown, Matthew Morrison, Joe Laverty, Wilbert McIllmoyle, Every Wednesday Teddy Bears Picnic Tour the Temple Saturday 8 Sunday 12–Monday 13 Sunday 26 Sarah Burch, Paul Canning, Elaine Hill

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