Days out Northern

Spring and summer 2019

Registered charity number 205846 National Trust Welcome The longer days and warmer air can only mean one thing; spring and summer are on the way. Our gardens are beginning to bloom; our houses are coming out of their winter sleep and our countryside is buzzing with busy bees and pollinators. Now’s the time to explore the wonderful places Carrick-a-Rede we look after – from the coastal paths along the Causeway Coast, to the and Larrybane White Park Bay peak of in the , this guide will introduce North Antrim Cliff Path Ballyconagan you to the rich variety of landscape, historic houses and industrial Castle heritage that’s in our care. Giant’s Causeway The Manor House Strand and Downhill Demesne Barmouth and Ballycastle and Hezlett House Grangemore Dunes Coleraine Cushleake Mountain LONDONDERRY Letterkenny

Lifford Gray’s Printing Press Strabane Skernaghan Point Mullaghdoo and Ballykeel Donegal Antrim Patterson’s Springhill Spade Mill Wellbrook Lighthouse Island Beetling Mill Cookstown and Omagh the Black Bangor Lough Crumlin Holywood Ballymacormick Point Neagh Mountain The Crown Bar and Orlock Point Belmont Newtownards Collin Glen Tower Coney Lisnabreeny Dungannon Island Minnowburn Strangford Lough Discover the wonders of nature Craigavon The Argory Rowallane Make every day a new adventure Ardress House Garden Enniskillen Ballynahinch Armagh Kearney and National Trust members SLIGO Knockinelder Ballyquintin Farm During normal opening hours members Monaghan are entitled to free entry. Additional Murlough Nature Welcome Crom Ballymoyer Reserve charges for some events may also apply to N2 Newcastle 2 Newry Slieve Donard Places to visit – map members to help raise essential funds for Mourne Hop along for some Easter fun 4–5 p Coastal Path the restoration and upkeep of the special Little Rangers, Big Missions 6–7 place you are visiting. Kilkeel 8–9 Cavan Dundalk Top six natural play areas Carrick on Blockhouse and Shannon Green Islands Further information What’s on 10–39 Details of events are correct at the time of Information printing. Please note that the information provided in this guide may change without Places of Interest 40–41 Holiday with the National Trust notice. Please check event details before National Trust 42 Coast and Countryside Get in touch travelling by contacting the relevant place or 43 National Trust Did you know...? visiting our website nationaltrust.org.uk/ni Buildings and Gardens Towns and Cities Stay connected nationaltrust.org.uk/ni facebook.com/nationaltrustNI Alternative formats For alternative formats please call us on 028 9751 0721 @nationaltrustNI or email [email protected] Telephone 028 9751 0721 or email [email protected] @nationaltrustNI

2 3 Hop along for some Easter fun

Over Easter half-term there are loads of activities at our places for kids and grown-ups to get messy, muddy and back in touch with nature. It’s the perfect opportunity for the whole family to create special memories and get inspiration for the summer months ahead.

Look out for Easter bunnies

In Fermanagh we’ll be welcoming the On the North Coast, Downhill Demesne is Follow a Cadbury Easter Egg trail and get your face painted arrival of spring with lots of hands on fun, full of surprises. Follow the sensory tree trail nature trails and wildlife spotting at Crom, through the ancient woods and discover Castle Coole and Florence Court. On Easter the Bishop’s Play Trail along the way. Head Monday Florence Court will be hosting to Porstewart Strand to take part in sand Along the way you’ll be able to try out a few of the ‘50 things to do before its Easter Monday Family Fun Day. Have sculpting and join in with one of the ranger you’re 11 ¾’ challenges, take part in a Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt or just your face painted like Bunny, enjoy spring or gardener walks and talks (please check enjoy running wild in the great outdoors. And what’s more, every muddy themed Easter crafts and step back in website for dates and times). day out helps us care for special places for many Easters to come. time as the estate showcases its industrial past with carpentry and blacksmith Hop down to Rowallane Garden for some Fun in Take a trip to Mount Stewart and demonstrations. The Garden. Get competitive and challenge your see if you can spot Ruby Red and her You’ll find plenty to keep all ages entertained loved ones to an egg and spoon race at the front of friends as they celebrate the return at our places in Mid too. Scale new the house. Get involved in fun Easter crafting in the of spring. Have fun on the trails, get Meet the animals at Ardress House heights in the play area at The Argory, check Barn or pick up a nature wristband and head off on mucky making seed bombs or join one out the nature trail through the gardens and an exploration around the garden, spotting nature of the family friendly garden tours. If finish off in the courtyard for family games bursting into life as you go. you’ve energy for more, take a stroll to and a tasty treat in the tea-room. Say hello the natural play area and discover new to the farmyard animals at Ardress House challenges to be conquered. and discover the new spring flowers in the Have fun with our nature themed activities Half-term is packed with activities meadows at Springhill. at Castle Ward. Explore the Secret Shore Nature Trail or get creative with the spring themed activities. Why not make a day of it and bring along a picnic, visit the farmyard animals and relax by the shores of Strangford Lough. Dates and activities may change, for a full list of things to see and do this Easter half-term visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni

4 5 Little Rangers, Big Missions!

Turn your kids into Little Rangers by taking part in our Big Missions to help nature…

Here are some of the Big Missions your Little Rangers can help us with but look out for lots more ways to get involved at our places over Take on a Big Mission challenge and help us look after nature the next few months. Butterfly spotting Build a bug hotel Bird spotting Get up close to the butterflies and see how Find lots of types of sticks, moss and many different species you can spot. Look leaves and look for a log to build them If you’re near the coast, check out how our carefully (but don’t catch) and check that around. Leave your bug hotel ready seabird colonies are doing and see how the butterflies are healthy. Quietly look to for other rangers to discover on their many seabirds you can spot. Or if you’re see that their wings aren’t damaged. adventures. inland, look up to the skies and count how many different species of birds you can see.

Let us know what wonderful creatures you find Tree checks Pond dipping Litter picking Help us make sure our trees are healthy – have Peer (carefully) into ponds to see what a walk around a tree to make sure the trunk lurks beneath the surface. Note the variety We’re looking for kids of all ages who are Help us to look after wildlife by carefully and roots are ok. Measure the width, check of bugs you see. Check to see if you can happy to roll up their sleeves, pull on their collecting any rubbish you spot on your for lichen on the bark and take bark rubbings. spot any litter as this can be harmful to wellies and help us with some important summer adventure. If you find glass or Why not take a tree survey to see how many wildlife. Remove it, but only if it’s safe to conservation jobs to look after nature at dangerous items please report it to a ranger. different species there are. do so. our places and spaces. Our Big Missions for Little Rangers include everything from planting wildflower Take your whole family on a Big Mission to help nature Weeding seeds, to protecting wildlife by lifting Find a ranger or gardener and ask if they litter and bird and butterfly spotting to have any patches of weeds they would like check how healthy the populations are. you to clear. Pulling up weeds helps give Creative kids can build bug hotels or birds other flowers more room to bloom! nests, to provide quality accommodation for wildlife, or get their hands dirty pulling out unwanted weeds.

‘A Little Ranger is a very fun job to do. It’s fun to Take part in a Little Ranger get mucky and it helps Big Mission at a National the environment.’ Trust place near you, visit Ollie, age 7 nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for inspiration.

6 See what you can spot pond dipping 7 Top six natural play areas

We’re on a mission to connect children with nature. We want to see them running free in the fresh air, learning new skills and trying new things. To encourage them, we’ve created a number of natural play areas at our places where kids of all ages can play in nature.

Florence Court

Springhill Florence Court You’ll find the natural play area at Springhill Florence Court located just behind the house with plenty of activities to Venture through the woodlands at Springhill discover. Have a go at adding to the nest Mount Stewart and discover a clearing with natural climbing of willow, try the rope swing, or make frames, rope swings and dens, mystical some music on the wooden xylophone. creatures and thrones. Children of all ages will Using tree stumps, branches, and other Mount Stewart be able to get in touch with nature and create natural materials found in the forest, the their own stories and games as they let their rangers are always adding to the play Inspired by Edith, Lady Londonderry’s imaginations run wild in this natural setting. area, so there’s something new to see children’s book, The Magic Inkpot, Mount every time you visit. Stewart’s natural play area brings characters from this mythical tale of Irish legends to Downhill Demesne life. Step into a magical land of upside-down Located 200 yards through Bishop’s Murlough Nature Reserve trees, where sea dragons play and sleeping Gate, past the beautiful gardens and dragons lie. Balance beams, stepping logs, Our newest natural play area, you’ll find carpets of wild garlic, the Bishop’s a tree cave, squirrel run, see-saw and more this playground near the carpark just Play Trail is the perfect place to let provide a fun challenge for mind and body. before you enter the dunes. Look out your children explore their natural for larger than life animals as you climb, surroundings. Tackling the spider’s crawl, hop and skip though this fun web, climbing the causeway stones and obstacle course. Minnowburn navigating the walking see-saw are just some of the adventures on offer here. Murlough Nature Reserve

Minnowburn The natural play trail at Minnowburn winds through the forest following the River Lagan. Made largely from recycled Bishops Play Trail at Downhill Demesne tree trunks and willow, the trail features balancing beams, stepping stones, a seesaw, log ladder and more. Some of the larger pieces of natural play include a giant xylophone, willow den and a teddy bear picnic seating area.

8 9 Rowallane Garden What’s on March–September Go Plant Hunting Collect your Plant Hunters Passport and take We have a full calendar of things your family on an imaginary journey following in to see and do this spring/summer the footsteps of the plant hunters who collected across Northern Ireland. From nature amazing plants from around the world. At the March core of the experience is an illustrated activity walks, to family fun days, you’ll find booklet. Each stop in the booklet will unlock the lots of reasons to get out and enjoy story of a plant and the person who discovered it our places and spaces. For the full through an activity or puzzle. programme of events please visit 10am–6pm Normal Admission Members Free nationaltrust.org.uk/ni. Rowallane Garden March Spring Sensory Walk Pick up a copy of our ‘Spring Sensory Stroll’ Plant Hunters at Rowallane Garden Rowallane Garden and discover ways to explore and interact with our garden. Our experienced gardening team Every Sunday (March–September) Murlough NNR have selected the path and picked locations to Garden Walk Sea Safari 2 March showcase key points of sensory interest during Go on a leisurely walk with one of our friendly Jo’s Walks – Woodland in Winter this time of renewal and change. volunteers. Learn about the history of the garden A ramble through Murlough’s woodlands, Castle Ward 10am–6pm and find out what is in seasonal bloom with these identifying trees in winter and looking at how the From March onwards Normal Admission Members Free informative walks. woods have developed. High Tea at Sea 2.30pm Meet at Keel Point concrete standing Normal Admission Members Free Step aboard the Sea Safari boat and travel across Cushendun Strangford Lough, stopping off on an island for Booking Essential 1 March Contact 028 4375 1467 tea and scones (tide and condition dependant). Castle Ward Beach Clean 2pm You can expect to see seals, lighthouses, SeaGen, Every Weekend (March, April and September) Join our ranger team on a litter pick to help keep No Charge Donations Welcome Daily (Throughout May–August) tidal turbine, whirlpools and much more. our beach beautiful. Suitable for ages 8 years plus. Trips leave from Bike and Canoe/Kayak Hire Meet at Cushendun beach Portstewart Strand Strangford Pier and last approximately two hours Hire both bikes and canoes on the same day and Booking Advisable 2 March (tide dependant) receive 10% off the total! Everyone can enjoy the Contact 028 7084 8728 Conservation Farming Talk and Walk Booking Essential estate’s top quality bike and canoe trails, with 10am–12noon Discover why we use grazing animals at Contact Strangford Sea Safari on 028 4372 3933 biking equipment available from age 18 months No Charge Donations Welcome our places to help deliver our conservation or email [email protected] and canoeing from age 4 years. management plans. Our ranger will talk about the From £20 per adult Booking Essential Cushendun Beach Clean type of livestock used, the benefits they bring Contact Strangford Sea Safari on 028 4372 3933 and the challenges of having them on the dunes or email [email protected] Castle Ward and beach. Weekly from March onwards Booking Essential Castle Ward Game of Thrones Archery Experience Contact 028 7083 6396 From March onwards Have a go at archery in the very place where the 2–4pm Sea Safari BAFTA award winning TV show was filmed – in No Charge Donations Welcome A sightseeing tour of Strangford Lough with our courtyard aka ‘Winterfell’. Stand in our replica archery range movie set, dress in GoT themed its abundance of nature and wildlife. See the Fermanagh Places costume and take aim. SeaGen, Angus Rocks Lighthouse, surface 2–3 March Private bookings can also be arranged. whirlpools and some of the many seals at Free Open Weekend Booking Essential Cloughy Rocks Nature Reserve. You might even Visit Florence Court, Castle Coole or Crom free Contact Strangford Sea Safari on 028 4372 3933 spot a pod of porpoise or even a basking shark! of charge this weekend and get a taste of what or email [email protected] Suitable for ages 3 years plus. Trips leave from these fantastic places have to offer. Strangford Pier and run hourly throughout the day No Charge Donations Welcome Booking Essential Contact Strangford Sea Safari on 028 4372 3933 or email [email protected] From £20 per adult Members help keep special places special 10 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 11 Mount Stewart Giant’s Causeway Saturday 9 March 17 March Night Run Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration Join us for our Night Run this March, in Celebrate all things Irish at the Giant’s partnership with Cotswold Outdoor. This event is Causeway with live music, dance and a special about having fun at your own pace, meeting new Leprechaun trail down to the stones, as well as face painting and treats for all. March people, exploring Mount Stewart after dark and March raising funds for our ongoing conservation work. Meet at the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre Online Booking Essential 9am–5pm Please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/mount-stewart Normal Admission Members Free Meet at Mount Stewart reception 5.15–9pm Hezlett House Adult £14 child £7 17 March Member Adult £14 child £7 Leprechaun Hunt Help us to find the Leprechauns that have escaped from their homes in Bishop’s Gate. Giant’s Causeway goes green on 17 March 9 March Enjoy traditional Saint Patrick’s Day crafts and activities. Fun for all the family. Community Open Day Mount Stewart Fermanagh Free Open Weekend Join us for the first of our Community Open Days 12noon–4pm 9–10 March Normal Admission Members Free of 2019 and enjoy the full Visitor Experience free World Book Weekend The Argory of charge. Take a guided walk with one of our Do you like jumping in muddy puddles like Peppa Mussendun Temple 7 March rangers, or explore the site at your own pace with Pig or do you have adventures like The Famous 17 March Artificial Sunshine: A Series of Talks a self-led audio guide, available in 11 languages. Five? We would love to hear all about your Mussenden Lights Wonder what makes the acetylene light fittings Browse the range of locally sourced gifts and favourite stories and characters at our World Mussenden Temple will be going green for one at The Argory so unique? Join our curator as crafts in the shop, or relax with a coffee or treat Book Day Weekend. Come dressed up and join night only. Grab your camera and a torch and she explores the history of domestic lighting in the café. the fun. don’t miss this rare opportunity to see the throughout the ages. Meet at the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre 11am–3pm iconic Earl Bishops Library in a different light. Complimentary refreshments served 9am–5pm Normal Admission Members Free Meet at Lion’s Gate Booking Essential 7–9pm Contact 028 8778 4753 Carrick-a-Rede Downhill Demesne No Charge Donations Welcome 7pm 9–10 March 16 March Normal Admission Members Free Fishery Open Weekend Bulbs and Buds Come explore the fisherman’s cottage on Carrick-a-Rede Join our knowledgeable gardener and explore the 18 March Murlough NNR Carrick-a-Rede Island and hear how salmon beginning of spring on the estate. Get some tips Rockhunt Club 9 March fishermen first erected a rope bridge here in 1755. to take home all the while enjoying the beautiful Calling all fossil hunters! Come and explore Winter’s Gone, What’s Next for the Rangers Guided talks every 15 minutes. surroundings of Bishop’s Gate. Larrybane Quarry to find fossils and learn about Join the ranger team for a walk and talk to find Meet at the fisherman’s cottage Meet at Bishop’s Gate the geology of the area. out what they do over the winter months and on Carrick-a-Rede Island Booking Essential Everyone welcome what’s next on the calendar. 1–4pm Contact 028 7084 8728 Meet at Larrybane Quarry Meet at Keel Point concrete standing Normal Admission Members Free 2–4pm 10am–12noon Booking Essential Normal Admission Members Free Contact 028 4375 1467 Join our gardener for a bulbs and buds talk at Downhill Demesne 10.30am–12.30pm Castle Ward Have fun fossil hunting at Larrybane Quarry No Charge Donations Welcome 17 March Saint Patrick’s Walk National Trust Northern Ireland Join us on our annual walk through Saint Patrick’s (excluding Fermanagh) country. Organised jointly by Newry, Mourne and 9 March Down District Council and the Lecale Ramblers, Free Open Day the route includes a mixture of quiet country Enjoy free admission at a number of National roads and green lanes. The event is free and a wee Trust places today. Come and meet our staff and dram of whiskey (or tea/coffee) is provided at our volunteers, and learn more about the amazing refreshment point. Due to livestock this walk is places we look after. (Please note Fermanagh not suitable for dogs. places free open weekend is 2–3 March) For further information contact Downpatrick For further details visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni Tourist Information Centre on 028 4461 2233 or email [email protected] Registration 10–10.30am, walk starts 10.45am Free event 12 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 13 Mount Stewart Springhill The Argory 23 March 30 March 6 April Spring Walk Allotment Open Day Good Food Market Enjoy a three mile walk through the rolling Fancy seeing what goes on behind the big wall Come along to taste and buy a range of locally countryside of the Demesne and discover at Springhill? Hear more from our community sourced produce. The historic courtyard will the wealth of wildlife, history and stunning allotment holders and learn some top tips on come to life with a cookery demonstration, March landscape of this unique estate. how to grow your own. guided estate tours, music and more. April Suitable for children aged 8 years plus with 11am–3pm For trade stand information, please email accompanying adult. Stout walking boots Normal Admission Members Free [email protected] required. Well behaved dogs on leads only. 11am–4pm Meet at Mount Stewart reception Rowallane Garden Normal Admission Members Free Booking Essential 30 March Contact 028 4278 8387 Flower Pressing Session Mount Stewart 10am–1pm Learn about the techniques of flower pressing. 7 April Normal Admission Members Free Our gardeners will show you how and why it’s Pet Nose Day at Mount Stewart Pet Nose Day important to press flowers, and share a few tips This award-winning charity event returns The Argory on how to speed up the process. Great fun for The Argory as part of Pet Month and celebrates our 23–24 March families. 4 April four legged friends. Bring along your dog Spring Book Fair 11am–12noon Artificial Sunshine: A Series of Talks and be entertained by agility and training Browse through hundreds of second hand Normal Admission Members Free After two years of cleaning and conserving, The demonstrations. books and stock up on all your essential Argory’s acetylene light fittings have been restored 11am–3pm summer reads. Enjoy live music in the Mount Stewart to their former glory. Meet the conservation team Normal Admission Members Free courtyard on Sunday afternoon. 31 March to find out how we did it and what’s next. 11am–5pm Mother’s Day Complimentary refreshments served Glenoe Waterfall Normal Admission Members Free Treat your mum to a fabulous afternoon tea. Sit Booking Essential 13 April back and relax with a glass of Prosecco while Contact 028 8778 4753 The Geology of Glenoe celebrating your marvellous mum. 7pm Come for a journey through time as we look Normal Admission Members Free Artificial sunshine lights up The Argory Children are 12 years and under at the fascinating and diverse geology of this Booking Essential beautiful glen. Contact 028 4278 8387 Mount Stewart Meet at disused quarry car park, Waterfall Road, 12noon, 12.30pm and 1pm 6 April Glenoe Adult £25 Child £12.50 Car Bazaar 1–4pm Member Adult £25 Child £12.50 Come along and sell your unwanted items or browse No Charge Donations Welcome around the many stalls and pick up a few treasures. Castle Ward As this is held outdoors, please check Facebook or 31 March our website to confirm event is going ahead. Learn about the geology of Glenoe Castle Ward in Bloom TRADERS: Gates will open from 7am for set Treat your mum or someone special to a day up. Please do not arrive before 7am as you out at Castle Ward this Mother’s Day. Visit the will not be able to access the property and Windsor Garden in full bloom, take a tour of the may cause congestion on the Portaferry Road. eccentric mansion house and make your own Terms and conditions apply, please see website posy with the Victorian language of flowers. for details. Traders and caterers please email 12noon–4pm [email protected] Normal Admission Members Free for prices. 9am–12noon Rowallane Garden Car £5 Van £10 Trailer £15 Throughout April Spring Sensory Walk Murlough NNR Pick up a copy of our ‘Spring Sensory Strolls’ 6 April walk. It will help you explore and interact with Jo’s Walks – Beach Combing our garden. Our experienced gardening team Join Jo, Murlough’s first warden and naturalist for have selected the path and picked locations to another of her fantastic walks and talks. We’ll be showcase key points of sensory interest during discovering the secrets of the shore and searching this time of renewal and change. for treasures brought in by the waves. 10am–6pm Meet at Keel Point concrete standing Normal Admission Members Free Booking Essential Contact 028 4375 1467 2.30pm No Charge Donations Welcome 14 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 15 Strangford Lough 13 April Greyabbey Bay Ramble Join a ranger on a fascinating walk across the sand flats to nearby Mid Island. Discover some of the area’s remarkable archaeological features and April an abundance of wildlife that make Strangford April Lough so special. Long distance walk. Suitable for children aged 8 years plus with accompanying adult. Wellingtons and packed lunch required. No dogs please. Meet at Greyabbey car park Booking Essential Contact 028 4278 8387 11.30am–2.30pm Adult £4 Child £1 Member Adult £4 Child £1

Mount Stewart 13–28 April Cadbury Easter Egg Hunts Easter at Mount Stewart Scurry on down to Mount Stewart over the We are delighted to team up with Cadbury once again to offer a Easter holidays and see if you can spot Ruby Red Go on a rhododendron ramble at Mount Stewart and her friends as they celebrate the return of fun Easter experience at our places. With nature themed egg hunts, spring. Have fun on our trails, get mucky making activities and games suitable for all, it’s a great family day out. Normal seed bombs or join one of our family friendly Castle Ward 15–28 April admission charges apply, Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, £1.50 per child. garden tours. 11am–4pm Easter at Castle Ward Normal Admission Members Free Explore the Secret Shore Nature Trail or get Place Date Time creative with the spring themed activities. Why not make a day of it and bring along a picnic, Ardress 19–23 April 11am–4pm Mount Stewart visit the farmyard animals and relax by the Castle Coole 20–23 April 11am–4pm 14 April Rhododendron Ramble shores of Strangford Lough. Castle Ward 19–23 April 12noon–4pm Tour the rhododendrons at Mount Stewart with 12noon–4pm Crom 20–23 April 11am–4pm Head of Gardens, Neil Porteous. Normal Admission Members Free Downhill Demesne 21–22 April 12noon–4pm Suitable waterproof clothing and sturdy Downhill Demesne Florence Court 19–23 April 11am–4pm footwear essential Meet at Mount Stewart reception 15–28 April Mount Stewart 19–23 April 11am–4pm Easter at Downhill Booking Essential Murlough NNR 19–23 April 11am–3pm Contact 028 4278 8387 A full two week programme of nature based discovery with events for all ages spread across Rowallane Garden 19–23 April 10.30am–3pm 11am–1pm Downhill/Hezlett House and Porstewart Strand Springhill 19–23 April 11am–4pm Adult £10 Child £5 Member Adult £10 Child £5 to include sand sculpting, sensory tree trail, The Argory 19–23 April 11am–4pm Normal Admission Applies walks and talks with our rangers and gardener and a selection of the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾’. Every time you head out on a Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt, you For a full list of what’s happening at our places 12noon–4pm help us fund vital conservation work to protect special places this Easter, including Cadbury Easter Egg Normal Admission Members Free for future generations to explore. Thank you. Join the Hunts visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni Egg Hunt Fun

16 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 17 Cushendun Florence Court 19 April 22 April Curious Fairies Easter Monday Family Fun Day Come along and try to find the Cushendun Easter fun for all the family, with Cadbury Easter fairies emerging from their winter slumber to Egg Hunts, music and much more. look after the special flora/fauna that live here. Egg Hunt £1.50 per child April Booking Essential 11am–5pm April Contact 028 7084 8728 Normal Admission Members Free 10am– 12noon No Charge Donations Welcome Crom 22 April Ardress Cruise the lough at Crom Cruise the Lough 19–28 April See a different side to from the water Easter at Ardress Strangford Lough as you cruise around the lough in Crom’s 100 year Celebrate World Heritage Day at the Giant’s Causeway Bounce over to Ardress this Easter, say hello 20–21 April old traditional craft. to the friendly farmyard animals and enjoy Life Around the Lough Weather dependant The Argory springtime adventures. Photographic exhibition from National Trust Booking Essential 15–28 April 11am–5pm collection presenting historical records, lesser Contact 028 6773 8118 Easter at The Argory Normal Admission Members Free known landscapes and work of National Trust 1–5pm Hop over to The Argory this Easter and go wild volunteers on nature reserves. Adult £5 Child £2.50 in the play park, enjoy Easter crafts and games in Kearney Meet at Lookout Information Centre, Mount Member Adult £5 Child £2.50 the courtyard and take part in our nature trail. 20 April Stewart 11am–5pm Have a Go: Scything 12noon–5pm Murlough NNR Normal Admission Members Free Enjoy a hands on tools day. We will be using No Charge Donations Welcome 27 April traditional scythes to cut winter grass at our Bug Detectives Springhill heritage orchard to improve its health and Divis and the Join in as we get out our magnifying glasses and 15–28 April habitat for wildlife. 21 April discover a whole world of bugs and beasties… Easter at Springhill Maximum 6 adults. Other tasks suitable for Four Peaks Challenge just where could those little critters be hiding? Put a spring into your step this Easter at children 8 years plus. Bring outdoor clothing Join our ranger for a guided walk across the Meet at Keel Point concrete standing Springhill! Discover new spring flowers in the and packed lunch. peaks of the Black Hill, Black Mountain, Divis Booking Essential meadows. Enjoy springtime activities and have Meet at Kearney Village car park Mountain and Armstrong’s Hill. Suitable for age Contact 028 4375 1467 lots of fun in the natural play areas. Booking Advisable 12 years plus. All children must be accompanied 2pm 11am–5pm Contact 028 4278 7769 by an adult. No Charge Donations Welcome Normal Admission Members Free 10am–1pm Suitable clothing and footwear essential. Bring No Charge Donations Welcome a warm flask and light snack. Rathlin Island Giant’s Causeway Registration at The Coffee Barn 27 April 18 April 10am–4pm Mucky Route Repairs World Heritage Day Become a bug detective at Murlough NNR Adult £3 Well worn paths need work to keep them in a Come help us celebrate World Heritage Day at Member Adult £3 good condition and help prevent erosion and Northern Ireland’s only World Heritage Site. Hear habitat damage, so get stuck in to some what makes this such a special place and how Giant’s Causeway practical work helping our rangers look after the National Trust is protecting it for ever, for 21 April the trails on Ballyconaghan. everyone. Earth Day Booking Essential Meet at the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre To celebrate Earth Day, we’re offering a free Contact 028 7084 8728 9am–5pm guided geology walk of the World Heritage Site. 10am–4.15pm Meet geologist guide Ian Enlander at the front Free event (boat charge additional) Rowallane Garden of the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre 18–26 April Booking Essential Fun in the Garden Contact 028 2073 3419 Get competitive and challenge your loved ones to 2–5pm an egg and spoon race at the front of the house. No Charge Get involved in fun Easter crafting in the barn. Pick up a nature wristband and head off on an exploration around the garden to spot nature bursting into life. 10am–6pm Normal Admission Members Free

18 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 19 Mount Stewart 28 April Jazz in the Garden Bring your picnic and settle down on the lawn with your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon of jazz in the beautiful gardens at

Mount Stewart. April/May Sorry no BBQ’s. Picnics welcome. Please note that this event takes place outside. Appropriate clothing required No. 18 2–4.30pm No. 5 Normal Admission Members Free Create some Skim a stone Rowallane Garden wild art May–June Tiger Who Came to Tea Get up close to the beloved artwork from Judith The Tiger Who Came to Tea visits Rowallane Garden Kerr’s much-loved children’s classic picture book, ‘The Tiger Who Came To Tea’, 50 Things Month at The Argory at Rowallane Garden. 27 April Visit the website for details. the Giant’s Causeway Vintage Rally Normal Admission Members Free Hundreds of vintage vehicles will descend upon The Argory as we host our famous vintage Giant’s Causeway Join our Rangers every Saturday in vehicle rally. A must-see event for all vehicle Every Saturday in May enthusiasts. 50 Things Month May 2019 for a 50 Things activity 11am–5pm 50 Things’ led activities. Normal Admission Members Free Meet at the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre 10am–12noon White Park Bay No Charge 27 April Primrose Walk and Dawn Chorus Carrick-a-Rede Tune your ears in to the birdy melodies from Every Sunday in May our delightful songbirds as we wind our way 50 Things Month through an ocean of primroses. Join our team for a 50 Things activity. Meet at reception Booking Essential Contact 028 7084 8728 2–4pm 6–8am No Charge No. 37 No Charge Donations Welcome No. 36 No. 31 The Argory Check out the Mount Stewart 2 May Make a home Artificial Sunshine: A Series of Talks crazy creatures Hunt for bugs 28 April for a wild animal Tour the Temple Kevin Killen, creator of The Argory’s spectacular in a rock pool Join one of our guides for a tour of the Temple neon artwork, ‘Artificial Sunshine,’ discusses the of the Winds. Hear the history of this special inspiration behind his design and the fascinating building and enjoy the stunning views over process of working with neon. Strangford Lough. Complimentary refreshments served Meet at the Temple of the Winds Booking Essential Contact 028 8778 4753 Booking Essential Contact 028 4278 8387 7pm 12noon–1pm and 2–3pm Normal Admission Members Free Normal Admission Members Free

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Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 21 Cushendun Castle Ward 3–6 May 5–6 May Big Arts Weekend The Wonderful World of Mary Ward Come along and support this local event, try Celebrate the wonderful life of Mary Ward some of the delicious food and see the wide and learn more about this leading naturalist, array of hand crafted goods the artisan market astronomer and artist through a range of fun May has to offer. activities and displays. May Meet at Glenmona House 12noon–4pm 10am–5pm Normal Admission Members Free Free event Crom Minnowburn 6 May 4 May Cruise the Lough Minnowburn Dander See a different side to Crom estate from the What nests will you find at Springhill Join our ranger for a walk around the Wide variety of plants at Rowallane Garden Spring Fair water as you cruise around the lough in Crom’s picturesque Minnowburn area. Learn about the 100 year old traditional craft. Springhill Murlough NNR wildlife, botany and history of this outstanding Weather dependant (check website for details) 10 May 4 May location. Booking Essential Nest Quest Meet at Minnowburn car park Jo’s Walks – Rabbits and Flowers Contact 028 6773 8118 Join our ranger team to help spot nests around A walk investigating the history and social life of 11am–12.30pm 1–5pm the gardens and wider estate at Springhill. Learn Murlough’s rabbits and how important they are No Charge Donations Welcome Adult £5 Child £2.50 the importance of why we protect the birds’ for conserving Murlough’s flowers. Member Adult £5 Child £2.50 nests and hear first-hand how you can help birds Meet at Keel Point concrete standing Mount Stewart at home. 4 May Booking Essential Cushendun Handmade nest boxes available to buy. Contact 028 4375 1467 6 May Car Bazaar Booking Advisable Come along and sell your unwanted items or 2pm Go Wild with the Rangers Contact 028 8674 8210 No Charge Donations Welcome browse around the many stalls and pick up a Join our ranger for a morning of fun and 2pm few treasures. adventure in Cushendun. Normal Admission Members Free As this is held outdoors, please check Facebook Rowallane Garden Booking Essential or our website to confirm event is going ahead. 4–5 May Contact 028 7084 8728 Mount Stewart TRADERS: Gates will open from 7am for set Spring Plant Fair 10am–12noon 10–11 May A wonderful opportunity to purchase plants up. Please do not arrive before 7am as you No Charge Donations Welcome Bluebell Walks will not be able to access the property and from a range of specialist plant stalls, as well as Join the ranger team and explore the trails, with may cause congestion on the Portaferry Road. from Rowallane Garden. Florence Court carpets of bluebells and primroses at this time Terms and condition apply, please see website 11am–4pm 6 May of year. for details. Traders and caterers please email Normal Admission Members Free Scenic Forest Walk Suitable for children with accompanying adult. [email protected] Join our ranger for a scenic 9km trail in Unsuitable for buggies. Stout walking boots for prices. Mount Stewart Florence Court forest. At the highest viewpoint required. Well behaved dogs on leads only 9am–12noon 5 May enjoy panoramic views of Fermanagh and Meet at Mount Stewart Trailhead Dawn Chorus Walk Lough Erne, the fourth largest lake in Ireland. Car £5 Van £10 Trailer £15 Booking Essential Enjoy the delights of the spring dawn chorus 11am–1pm Contact 028 4278 8387 at Mount Stewart and learn all about bird song Join the birds for dawn chorus at Mount Stewart Normal Admission Members Free 11am–12.30pm and 2–3.30pm with the ranger, followed by a hearty breakfast. Normal Admission Members Free Suitable for children aged 8 years plus with Have fun in nature with our rangers at Cushendun accompanying adult. No dogs please. Downhill Demesne Meet at Lookout Information Centre, 11 May Mount Stewart Woodland Trail and Plant Fair Booking Essential Join our ranger and gardens team on a behind- Contact 028 4278 8387 the-scenes woodland walk around Bishop’s Gate. 4.30–8am followed by breakfast Explore the Black Glen and carpets of wild garlic Adult £10 Child £6 while enjoying the wealth of wildlife, history and Member Adult £10 Child £6 breathtaking views on offer. There will also be a plant fair to enjoy during your visit. Meet at Bishop’s Gate Booking Essential Contact 028 7084 8728 2–4pm Normal Admission Members Free 22 23 Ardress House Cushendun 12, 19 May 18 May Apple Blossom Sundays Red Squirrel Day Set in the middle of our rich apple-growing Let’s have a walk around the woods in Cushendun county, Ardress will be celebrating the apple to see if we can find our wonderful native red blossom with apple treats and fun for all the squirrels in the tree canopy above. May family. There will be orchard tours, local ciders Meet at Glenmona House May and apple produce on sale. Booking Essential 11am–5pm Contact 028 7084 8728 Normal Admission Members Free 12noon–2pm No Charge Donations welcome Castle Coole 17 May Mount Stewart Candlelit Tour 18 May Help us find red squirrels at Cushendun Experience the sights and sounds of Castle Coole Tastings at the Temple – Spring has Sprung as you never have before, as part of Museums at Enjoy an evening of fabulous company and a Mount Stewart Night. After a candlelit walk through the upstairs decadent spring themed menu, all in the stunning 19 May and basement rooms, enjoy a glass of wine in the surroundings of the Temple of the Winds. Spring Garden Walk basement kitchen. Strictly over 18’s only The gardens at Mount Stewart were recently Booking Essential Booking Essential described as one of the Top Ten Gardens in the Contact 028 6632 2690 Contact 028 4278 8387 World and they come alive at this time of year. Celebrate the apple blossom at Ardress House 7.30pm 7.30–10.30pm Enjoy a tour of the gardens with our gardening Adult £15 Adult £50 experts. Discover the carpets of wildflowers Florence Court Member Adult £15 Member Adult £50 in the woodlands and look out for the first 11 May returning spring migrants. Music at the Summer House Castle Ward Murlough NNR Suitable waterproof clothing and sturdy Join us for an afternoon of music at the 17 May 18 May footwear essential restored summer house. Bring a picnic and Castle Ward at Night Bluebell Stroll with a Ranger Meet at Mount Stewart reception enjoy the views of the Pleasure Ground across See Castle Ward as you have never seen it before Join our ranger on a walk through Murlough’s Booking Essential to Benaughlin Mountain. and celebrate Museums at Night on an exclusive heathland. Discover the best views of the Contact 028 4278 8387 2–4pm torchlight tour. bluebells that carpet the shadier parts of 11am–1pm Normal Admission Members Free National Trust Members only – Limited spaces Murlough in spring. Adult £10 Child £5 available Meet at Keel Point concrete standing Member Adult £10 Child £5 Carrick-a-Rede Booking Essential Booking Essential Normal Admission Applies 11–12 May Contact 028 4488 1204 Contact 028 4375 1467 Fishery Open Weekend 7.30–9.30pm 2pm Strangford Lough Come explore the fisherman’s cottage on No Charge Donations Welcome 25 May Carrick-a-Rede Island and hear how salmon Stroll through the bluebells at White Park Bay St Brendan Sea Safari fishermen first erected a rope bridge here in White Park Bay A treat for all the family as we take a scenic 1755. Guided talks every 15 minutes. 18 May voyage on Strangford Lough to view seals, Meet at the fisherman’s cottage on Bluebell and Bird Walk seabirds and other wildlife at this internationally Carrick-a-Rede Island An exciting opportunity to discover the bluebells important marine site. 1–4pm and birds of White Park Bay. Our knowledgeable Please bring waterproof clothing Normal Admission Members Free ranger will lead you to the best views of the Meet in Portaferry bluebells and identify all our feathered friends Booking Essential Divis and the Black Mountain along the way. Contact 028 4278 8387 12 May Meet at car park 1–3.30pm A Ranger Field Study Booking Essential Adult £15 Child £5 Take a walk with our Belfast rangers around Contact 028 7084 8728 Member Adult £15 Child £5 Divis and the Black Mountain, taking in the 10am–12noon upper reaches of the Collin River. Suitable for No Charge Donations Welcome Florence Court all ages. 26 May Suitable clothing and footwear essential. Bring Country Fair a warm flask and light snack. An event not to be missed, the annual Country 10am–12noon Fair features dog shows, rare breeds, live music, No Charge Donations Welcome craft stalls and much more. 12noon–5pm Normal Admission Members Free

24 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 25 Crom Florence Court 27 May 3 June Cruise the Lough Scenic Forest Walk See a different side to Crom estate from the water Join our ranger for a scenic 9km trail in Florence as you cruise around the lough in Crom’s 100 year Court forest. At the highest viewpoint enjoy old traditional craft. panoramic views of Fermanagh and Lough Erne, May Weather dependant the fourth largest lake in Ireland. June Booking Essential 11am–1pm Contact 028 6773 8118 Normal Admission Members Free 1–5pm Adult £5 Child £2.50 Downhill Demesne Member Adult £5 Child £2.50 8 June Summer Hay Meadows Rowallane Garden Conservation farming walk and talk, see the hay 27 May meadows in their full glory. Plant ID charts available. Wild Flower Wonders Explore the rose garden at Springhill Meet at Bishop’s Gate Let our team share with you the magic of Booking Essential wildflower collecting and sowing seed. Learn Springhill Contact 028 7084 8728 about the importance of wildflower meadows, Every Thursday in June 2–4pm pollinators and how you can grow wildflowers on Rose Month Normal Admission Members Free your own patch. Drop in to hear from our gardener how to care for 11am–12noon roses and learn about the different types of roses Minnowburn Summer of sport at Rowallane Garden Normal Admission Members Free that we have at Springhill. Enjoy a complimentary 8 June sample of rose cordial produced from fresh Meadow in a Bottle Rowallane Garden flowers in the gardens. Join our ranger to create your very own wildflower Mount Stewart Throughout June, July, August 2–3pm sensory bottle to take home and learn all about 26 May Summer BBQ Normal Admission Members Free the wildflower meadows of Minnowburn. Tour the Temple Rowallane will be celebrating the hottest days of Meet at Minnowburn car park Join one of our guides for a tour of the Temple the summer with a classic BBQ. Keeps your eye on Mount Stewart 11am–1pm of the Winds. Hear the history of this special social media channels for updates. 1 June No Charge Donations Welcome building and enjoy the stunning views over BBQ is an additional cost Car Bazaar Strangford Lough. Normal Admission Members Free Come along and sell your unwanted items or Carrick-a-Rede Meet at the Temple of the Winds browse around the many stalls and pick up a few 8–9 June (max 15 people) Booking Essential Rowallane Garden treasures. Fishery Open Weekend Contact 028 4278 8387 Throughout June, July, August As this is held outdoors, please check Facebook Come explore the fisherman’s cottage on 12noon–1pm and 2–3pm Summer of Sport or our website to confirm event is going ahead. Carrick-a-Rede Island and hear how salmon Normal Admission Members Free This summer rekindle your youth as we launch our TRADERS: Gates will open from 7am for set fishermen first erected a rope bridge here in 1755. Summer of Sport. Take to our track and compete up. Please do not arrive prior to 7am as you Guided talks every 15 minutes. Mount Stewart in classic sports day activities such as the sack will not be able to access the property and Meet at the fisherman’s cottage on 26 May race and hoopla. Once you have hopped your may cause congestion on the Portaferry Road. Carrick-a-Rede Island Jazz in the Garden way to victory, take your position on the nature- Terms and condition apply, please see website 1–4pm Bring your picnic and settle down on the themed winners podium and proudly declare for details. Traders and caterers please email Normal Admission Members Free lawn with your family and friends to enjoy yourself the number one sports day athlete with [email protected] an afternoon of jazz in the gardens at our social media tag #RowallaneWinners. for prices. Discover the birds and butterflies at Murlough NNR Mount Stewart. 10am–6pm 9am–12noon Sorry no BBQ’s. Picnics welcome. Please note Normal Admission Members Free Car £5 Van £10 Trailer £15 that this event takes place outside. Appropriate clothing required Giant’s Causeway Murlough NNR 2–4.30pm Every Sunday in June 1 June Normal Admission Members Free Face painting Jo’s Walks – Birds and Butterflies Face painting by our resident face painter Krystle Join us as we search for birds and butterflies, at no extra charge. hoping to see Murlough’s most important Marsh Meet at the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre Fritillary and learning its complex life cycle. 12noon–5pm Meet at Murlough main car park Normal Admission Members Free Booking Essential Contact 028 4375 1467 2pm No Charge Donations Welcome

26 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 27 Skernaghan Point Castle Ward 15 June 21 June Geology and Botany of Skernaghan Point Midsummer Music Discover the fascinating geological features and Enjoy an evening of music at Castle Ward on the interesting coastal plants around Skernaghan longest day of the year. Watch the sun setting Point at the beautiful northern tip of over the shores of Strangford Lough as you June . while away the evening listening to the music. June Meet at Browns Bay car park Limited spaces available 1–4pm Booking Essential No Charge Donations Welcome Contact 028 4488 1204 7.30–10pm Mount Stewart Adult £10 Child £5 16 June Member Adult £10 Child £5 Father’s Day Fun Bring the whole family to Mount Stewart for Giant’s Causeway some tasty food, live music and 50 things fun. 23 June 11am–4pm Dawn Chorus Walk Come on an orchid hunt at Portstewart Strand Normal Admission Members Free Join our conservation expert Dr Cliff Henry on an early morning guided walk of the site and Castle Coole Springhill hear about the flora and fauna of Northern 14 June 16 June Ireland’s only World Heritage Site. After working Queen Anne Afternoon Tea Experience Garden Fair up an appetite, enjoy a hearty cooked breakfast Join us in the beautiful Breakfast Room at Castle A great opportunity to stock up on all your in the Causeway Hotel. Coole for an exclusive afternoon tea experience. shrubs and plants, herbs and other specimens Meet at The Causeway Hotel Ticket includes admission. native to Springhill. Take a look at our Booking Essential Booking Essential community allotments, enjoy a tour of Springhill Contact 028 20733419 Explore the rocky Portmuck coastline Contact 028 6632 2690 gardens and get some gardening tips from our 6.30–9.30am 2pm rangers. Children can have a go in our ‘Plant it, Adult £7 Portmuck Adult £25 grow it, eat it’ workshop, nature trails and much Member Adult £7 29 June Member Adult £25 more for all the family. Portmuck Geology Walk 11am–4pm Murlough NNR Discover the fascinating geological features Portstewart Strand Normal Admission Members Free 29 June around Portmuck Harbour and how they helped 15 June Ragwort Challenge shape the history of the local area. Orchid Hunt Meet at Portmuck car park Springhill Garden Fair Muck in with the rangers and help us remove Our amazing sand dune system is host to a range this invasive species. Get the whole family 1–4pm of orchids including Bee and Pyramidal Orchids, involved and crown the champion ragwort No Charge Donations Welcome which can be seen growing in their natural remover as our rangers try and remove as much habitat. Come on a dune adventure with our as possible in one day. White Park Bay ranger to discover why Portstewart Strand is very Meet at Keel Point concrete standing 29 June much more than just a beach. Booking Essential Picnic and Pulling Booking Essential Contact 028 4375 1467 Pack up a picnic and assist our ranger team Contact 028 7083 6396 10.30am–1pm with some ragwort pulling for an hour or more. 2–4pm No Charge Donations Welcome Learn about why we need to remove most of the Adult £2 Child £1 ragwort but not all of it. Member Adult £2 Child £1 Dawn chorus walk at the Giant’s Causeway Booking Essential Contact 028 7084 8728 Rowallane Garden 10am–4pm 15 June No Charge Donations Welcome Flower Pressing Session Get ready to learn about the techniques of flower Crom pressing. Our gardeners will show you how and 30 June why it’s important to press flowers, and share a Summer Family Adventure few tips on how to speed up the process. Great Kick-start your family summer adventure at fun for families. Crom. Take part in craft activities, bug hunts, 11am–12noon woodland trails and more. Normal Admission Members Free 1–6pm Normal Admission Members Free

28 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 29 Castle Ward Portstewart Strand Sundays throughout July and August 6 July Summer Music Series Butterfly Safari 1 Bring a rug and a picnic and enjoy a relaxing Fun for the whole family as you join our afternoon in a tranquil and beautiful setting rangers on the hunt to catch and identify the listening to the musical melodies. The perfect dunes fluttering residents. Nets provided. June way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Booking Essential July 2.30–5pm Contact 028 7083 6396 Normal Admission Members Free 2–4pm Adult £2 Child £1 Downhill Demesne Member Adult £2 Child £1 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 July Downhill Gardens and Estate Tours Castle Ward An exciting opportunity to join our 12–13 July knowledgeable gardener and learn more Pirates Picnic about the beautiful gardens at Bishop’s Gate. ‘Ahoy me hearties’, we are back from sailing Meet at Bishop’s Gate the seven seas for another fun filled day at Take a tour to learn more about Downhill gardens and estate 2–4pm Castle Ward. Captain Ward is looking for some Normal Admission Members Free swashbucklers to join him as he makes you Mount Stewart ‘Walk the Plank’. Come in pirate costume and Look for butterflies in the sand dunes at Portstewart Strand 30 June Carrick-a-Rede prepare to seek and find his hidden treasure. Tour the Temple 5 July ‘Shiver me Timbers’ there is lots of fun to be Join one of our guides for a tour of the Temple Fossil Hunting Mount Stewart had! of the Winds. Hear the history of this special Join our ranger team for fossil hunting in 6 July 1–5pm building and enjoy the stunning views over Larrybane Quarry. Car Bazaar Normal Admission Members Free Strangford Lough. Meet at Larrybane Quarry Come along and sell your unwanted items or Meet at the Temple of the Winds 10am–12noon browse around the many stalls and pick up a Mount Stewart Booking Essential No Charge Donations Welcome few treasures. 12–13 July Contact 028 4278 8387 As this is held outdoors, please check Facebook Teddy Bears Picnic 12noon–1pm and 2–3pm White Park Bay or our website to confirm event is going ahead. Bring along your favourite teddy and join Normal Admission Members Free 5 July TRADERS: Gates will open from 7am for set Little Red Riding Hood. Bring a picnic or Go Wild with the Rangers up. Please do not arrive before 7am as you treat yourself to something delicious from Mount Stewart Join our rangers for a morning of fun and will not be able to access the property and our caterers. Dress up and enjoy a day full of 30 June adventure on White Park Bay. may cause congestion on the Portaferry Road. activities for all ages. Jazz in the Garden Booking Essential Terms and condition apply, please see website 11am–4.30pm Bring your picnic and settle down on the Contact 028 7084 8728 for details. Traders and caterers please email Normal Admission Members Free lawn with your family and friends to enjoy an 10am–12noon [email protected] No Charge Donations Welcome afternoon of jazz in the beautiful gardens at for prices. Portstewart Strand Butterfly Safari is a summer highlight Mount Stewart. 9am–12noon Sorry no BBQ’s. Picnics welcome. Please note Crom Car £5 Van £10 Trailer £15 that this event takes place outside. Appropriate 6 July clothing required Music by the Lake Murlough NNR 2–4.30pm Join us for a relaxing evening and listen to local 6 July Normal Admission Members Free musicians by the shores of Lough Erne. Jo’s Walks – Duneland Flowers Online Booking Essential A walk in search of the specialised flowers of The Argory Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/crom Murlough’s duneland on a long ramble through Every Sunday in July 7–10pm the coastal duneland. Lazy Sundays Adult £12 Chilld £5 Meet at Keel Point concrete standing Come and join us for laid back tunes and Member Adult £12 Chilld £5 Booking Essential relaxation. Chill in the Courtyard while the kids Contact 028 4375 1467 are entertained and feast on our summer BBQ. 2pm BBQ is an additional cost No Charge Donations Welcome 1–4pm Normal Admission Members Free

30 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 31 Carrick-a-Rede Florence Court Mount Stewart 13–14 July 20 July 24 July Fishery Open Weekend Pop-up Camping Wildlife Trackers Come explore the fisherman’s cottage on An overnight camping experience on the Explore the many habitats to be found around Carrick-a-Rede Island and hear how salmon front lawn at Florence Court. A campfire with the grounds of Mount Stewart. Through fishermen first erected a rope bridge here in entertainment, BBQ and an estate walk is games and interactive activities, learn tracking July 1755. Guided talks every 15 minutes. included. skills and how to look for tell-tale signs of July Meet at the fisherman’s cottage on Online Booking Essential wildlife. If we are lucky you may even spot Carrick-a-Rede Island Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/florence-court some red squirrels. 1–4pm Check in time 6pm This is a drop off activity for children aged No Charge Donations Welcome Adult £20 Child £15 5–11 years Member Adult £20 Child £15 Booking Essential Castle Coole Contact 028 4278 8387 14 July Mount Stewart 1.30–3.30pm Summer Music Sessions in the Drying Green 20 July Child £8 Enjoy the first of our summer music sessions Tastings at the Temple – Lazy Summers Evening at Castle Coole. Sit back and relax as the music Enjoy an evening of fabulous company and Cushendun plays in the Drying Green. Bring a picnic or a delicious summer themed menu, all in the Music Sundays at Mussenden Temple 26 July enjoy some tasty treats from the Tallow House stunning surroundings of the Temple of the Go Wild with the Rangers tea-room. Winds. Mount Stewart Join our rangers for a morning of fun and 2–4pm Strictly over 18’s only 21 July adventure in Cushendun. Normal Admission Members Free Meet at Temple of the Winds Summer Garden Walk Booking Essential Booking Essential The gardens at Mount Stewart were recently Contact 028 7084 8728 Mount Stewart Contact 028 4278 8387 described as one of the Top Ten Gardens in the 10am–2pm 17 July 7.30–10.30pm World and they come alive at this time of year. No Charge Donations Welcome Bug Detectives Adult £50 Enjoy a tour with our gardening experts and Join in as we get out our magnifying glasses Member Adult £50 discover the colours and scents of a summer Kearney Village and discover a whole world of bugs and garden. 26 July beasties… just where could those little critters Murlough NNR Suitable waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear Rock Pool Picnic be hiding? This is a drop off activity for children 20 July essential Young wildlife enthusiasts will love this day aged 5–11 years Outdoor Adventures – Bug Hunt Meet at Mount Stewart reception out at the magical Kearney Village on the Booking Essential Join Shelagh as we get out our magnifying Booking Essential Outer Ards Peninsula. Contact 028 4278 8387 glasses and discover a whole world of bugs. Contact 028 4278 8387 Wellingtons advisable 1.30–3.30pm Kids will love getting close to nature during this 11am–1pm Meet at Kearney Village car park Child £8 hands-on event. Adult £10 Child £5 Booking Essential Meet at Keel Point concrete standing Member Adult £10 Child £5 Contact 028 4278 8387 Normal Admission Applies 1–3pm Get close to bugs and beasties at Mount Stewart Booking Essential Contact 028 4375 1467 Adults Free Child £3 2pm Rowallane Garden No Charge Donations Welcome 21 July You never know what you will find in the rock pools Rainbow Smoothies at Kearney Portstewart Strand Join us and try a variety of rainbow summer fruit 20 July smoothies to help cool off on a summers day. Butterfly Safari 2 Our smoothie mastermind will use the best of Fun for the whole family as you join our rangers summer fruits and local dairy products to create on the hunt to catch and identify the dunes a healthy and fun way for kids and adults alike to fluttering residents. Nets provided. enjoy seasonal fruits. Each demo lasts approx 30 Booking Essential minutes. Contact 028 7083 6396 2–3pm 2–4pm Normal Admission Members Free Adult £2 Child £1 Member Adult £2 Child £1 Mussenden Temple 21, 28 July Music Sundays Enjoy some local musical talent to accompany your Sunday afternoon walk. 12noon–2pm Normal Admission Members Free

32 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 33 Mount Stewart Murlough NNR 28 July 3 August Jazz in the Garden Jo’s Walks – Heathland Flowers Bring your picnic and settle down on the lawn Join Jo to learn about the flora of the dune with your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon heath, hopefully spotting important plants like of jazz in the gardens at Mount Stewart. the Devil’s Bit Scabious which supports our July Sorry no BBQ’s. Picnics welcome. Please note butterfly population. August that this event takes place outside. Appropriate Meet at Murlough main car park clothing required Booking Essential 2–4.30pm Contact 028 4375 1467 Normal Admission Members Free 2pm No Charge Donations Welcome Downhill Demesne 29 July–4 August Portmuck Family bike ride and BBQ at Mount Stewart Kite Festival 3 August This high flying spectacle returns as a week Whale Watch Grangemore and Bann Estuary long event, offering fun for all the family as a With an outstanding panoramic view across 27 July kaleidoscope of kites of all shapes and sizes the North Channel to Scotland, the Portmuck Conservation Farming Activity Day take to the skies over this stunning coastal Learn about the bats that live at Ardress House clifftop path is an ideal place to go whale Help our ranger team to control invasive estate. Award winning kite displays, stunt kite watching. Bring binoculars and telescopes if you ragwort and bracken. Small tools and gloves performances and synchronised kite teams The Argory have them. Experts will be on hand to offer tips. provided. Includes farmland butterfly survey make this a festival not to missed. Quad pod Every Sunday in August Meet at Portmuck car park demonstration. rides, petting farm, speciality food and drink Lazy Sundays 2–5pm Meet at Cranagh Road market, helicopter rides and much more on Come and join us every Sunday in August for No Charge Donations Welcome Booking Essential offer throughout the week. See website for daily laid back tunes and relaxation. Chill in the Contact 028 7084 8728 programme details Courtyard while the kids are entertained and Mount Stewart 11am–3pm 12noon–5pm feast on our summer BBQ. 7 August No Charge Donations Welcome Normal Admission Members Free BBQ is an additional cost Bug Detectives 1–4pm Join in as we get out our magnifying glasses and Mount Stewart Cushendun Normal Admission Members Free discover a whole world of bugs and beasties… 27 July 31 July just where could those little critters be hiding? Family Bike and BBQ Join a Ranger for the Day Ardress House This is a drop off activity for children aged Ever wanted to cycle the trails at Mount Stewart? Find out what a ranger does and get involved with 2 August 5–11 years Bring the whole family for an evening of cycling some hands-on activities. Learn more about the Go Batty Booking Essential and BBQ fun. village and the team here. Help identify all eight of Northern Ireland’s Contact 028 4278 8387 Ticket price includes one burger or hotdog plus 10am–1pm bat species that live at Ardress and make some 1.30–3.30pm a soft drink. Please bring your own seating or No Charge Donations Welcome batty crafts to take home. Child £8 picnic blankets 8.30pm–late Kite Festival at Downhill Demesne Normal Admission Members Free Meet at the check in point at Car Park 2 Uncover a world of bugs at Mount Stewart Booking Essential Contact 028 4278 8387 Mount Stewart 5.30–9pm No arrivals after 7pm please 3 August Adult £8.50 Child £8.50 Car Bazaar Member Adult £8.50 Member Child £8.50 Come along and sell your unwanted items or browse around the many stalls and pick up a Mount Stewart few treasures. 28 July As this is held outdoors, please check Facebook Tour the Temple or our website to confirm event is going ahead. Join one of our guides for a tour of the Temple TRADERS: Gates will open from 7am for set of the Winds. Hear the history of this special up. Please do not arrive before 7am as you building and enjoy the views over Strangford will not be able to access the property and Lough. may cause congestion on the Portaferry Road. Meet at the Temple of the Winds Terms and condition apply, please see website Booking Essential for details. Traders and caterers please email Contact 028 4278 8387 [email protected] 12noon–1pm and 2–3pm for prices. Normal Admission Members Free 9am–12noon Car £5 Van £10 Trailer £15

34 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 35 Downhill Demesne Mount Stewart 7, 14, 21, 28 August 14 August Downhill Gardens and Estate Tours Wildlife Trackers An exciting opportunity to join our Through games and interactive activities, learn knowledgeable gardener and learn more about tracking skills and how to look for tell-tale signs the historic gardens at Bishop’s Gate. of wildlife. If you are lucky you may even spot August Meet at Bishop’s Gate some red squirrels. August 2–4pm This is a drop off activity for children aged Normal Admission Members Free 5–11 years Booking Essential Cushendun Contact 028 4278 8387 9 August 1.30–3.30pm Woodland Craft Skills Day Child £8 Join our ranger for a day of fun and adventure. Learn survival techniques, forage for survival Join our rangers for a woodland skills day Strangford Lough tools, build a campfire and much more. 15–16 August 10am–12noon Carrick-a-Rede Salt Island Camping No Charge Donations Welcome 10–11 August This two day family event is open for everyone Fishery Open Weekend ready for adventures, bushcraft and campfire on a Crom Come explore the fisherman’s cottage on remote island off Killyleagh. Suitable for children 10 August Carrick-a-Rede Island and hear how salmon aged 8 years upwards with accompanying adult. Music by the Lake fishermen first erected a rope bridge here in 1755. Meet at Killyleagh Harbour Camping and campfires on Salt Island Join us for a relaxing evening and listen to local Guided talks every 15 minutes. Booking Essential musicians by the shores of Lough Erne. Meet at the fisherman’s cottage on Contact 028 4278 8387 Downhill Demesne Online Booking Essential Carrick-a-Rede Island Depart Killyleagh at 10.30am on 15 August, 17 August Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/crom 12noon–4pm returning at 2pm on 16 August Downhill’s Secret Gardens 7–10pm Normal Admission Members Free Adult £30 Child £30 Ranger led tour of Downhill gardens. Learn Adult £12 Chilld £5 Member Adult £30 Child £30 more about the historic walled garden and lost Member Adult £12 Chilld £5 Divis and the Black Mountain arboretum, now coming back to life. 11 August Springhill Meet at Bishop’s Gate Portstewart Strand Walking Yellow Jacks Cairn 16 August Booking Essential 10 August Find out more about Divis and the Black Batty Bonanza Contact 028 7084 8728 Butterfly Safari 3 Moutain’s remarkable archaeological landscape, An exciting night of fun for all the family. Learn 2–4pm Fun for the whole family as you join our rangers walk with our ranger team and learn about the more about the bats that make their home in and Normal Admission Members Free on the hunt to catch and identify the dunes Yellow Jacks Cairn, an old burial cairn steeped in around Springhill and make something batty to fluttering residents. Nets provided. history. take home. Murlough NNR Booking Essential Suitable clothing and footwear essential. 7.30pm–late 17 August Contact 028 7083 6396 Meet at Divis Barn Normal Admission Members Free Outdoor Adventures – Minibeasts 2–4pm 10am–12noon Come and join Shelagh on a minibeast adventure. Adult £2 Child £1 No Charge Donations Welcome Look for wildlife at Mount Stewart Become a mini explorer for the day and discover Member Adult £2 Child £1 the many different insects at Murlough. Springhill Meet at Keel Point concrete standing 11 August Booking Essential Family Fun Day Contact 028 4375 1467 Explore Downhill Demesne Get outdoors and closer to nature this summer 2pm at Springhill. Enjoy traditional lawn games, Little No Charge Donations Welcome Ranger fun, face painting, live music, BBQ and loads more. Castle Coole 11am–4pm 23 August Normal Admission Members Free Queen Anne Afternoon Tea Experience Join us in the Breakfast Room at Castle Coole Mussenden Temple for an exclusive afternoon tea experience. Ticket 11, 18, 25 August includes admission. Music Sundays Booking Essential Enjoy some local musical talent to accompany Contact 028 6632 2690 your Sunday afternoon walk. 2pm 12noon–2pm Adult £25 Member Adult £25 Normal Admission Members Free

36 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest information 37 Florence Court Minnowburn 25–26 August 8 September Honey Show Hedge Fun Come along and meet members of the Fermanagh Come along for a foraging morning on the Beekeepers as they hold their annual Honey Show. outskirts of the city with one of our rangers. See bees at work in the observation hive and taste Bring a basket or container to gather some and buy some of the honey on display. August

delicious autumn fruits. September Normal Admission Members Free Meet at Minnowburn car park 11am–1pm Crom No Charge Donations Welcome 26 August Cruise the Lough National Trust Northern Ireland See a different side to Crom estate from the water European Heritage Open Day as you cruise around the lough in Crom’s 100 year Discover somewhere new this European Heritage Open Day 14 September old traditional craft. Visit a number of National Trust attractions Weather dependant Mount Stewart free of charge today and get an insight into the Booking Essential 7 September heritage and conservation of the amazing places Contact 028 6773 8118 Car Bazaar right on your doorstep. 1–5pm Come along and sell your unwanted items or For details visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni Adult £4 Child £2 browse around the many stalls and pick up a 10am–5pm Cruise the Lough Erne at Crom for views of Crichton Member Adult £4 Child £2 few treasures. No Charge Donations Welcome Tower on Gad Island As this is held outdoors, please check Facebook Rathlin Island or our website to confirm event is going ahead. Murlough Bay White Park Bay 31 August TRADERS: Gates will open from 7am for set 20 September 23 August Whale Watching and Wildlife Walk up. Please do not arrive prior to 7am as you Night Safari and Star Gazing Go Wild with the Rangers On the sea cliffs at Ballyconagan looking out across will not be able to access the property and Join our rangers for a 4-wheel drive night trip to Join our rangers for a morning of fun and the North Channel towards Scotland, sit for a while may cause congestion on the Portaferry Road. find nocturnal wildlife at Murlough Bay. adventure on White Park Bay. with your binoculars in the hope of catching view of Terms and condition apply, please see website Booking Essential Booking Essential a whale or dolphin swimming past. There is plenty for details. Traders and caterers please email Contact 028 7084 8728 Contact 028 7084 8728 of wildlife to be spotted on Ballyconaghan also. [email protected] 7pm 10am–12noon Booking Essential for prices. Adult £5 Child £5 No Charge Donations Welcome Contact 028 7084 8728 9am–12noon Member Adult £5 Child £5 Adult £5 Child £5 Car £5 Van £10 Trailer £15 Mount Stewart Member Adult £5 Member Child £5 Downhill Demesne 25 August Ferry Crossing Charge Additional Murlough NNR 21 September Tour the Temple 7 September Boundary Wall Walk Join one of our guides for a tour of the Temple of White Park Bay Jo’s Walks – Plants, Seals and Birds of the Shore A ramble with the ranger to see the hidden gems the Winds. Hear the history of this special building 31 August Join Jo for her end of summer walk – learn about of this historic estate including the Ice House, and enjoy the views over Strangford Lough. Geology Walk the shoreline plants and birds and observe the Dovecote, ornamental lakes and a champion tree. Meet at the Temple of the Winds Ian Enlander will once again be leading this seals at their haul site across at Ballykinlar. Booking Essential Booking Essential geology tour in association with Earth Science Meet at Keel Point concrete standing Contact 028 7084 8728 Contact 028 4278 8387 Ireland. Learn about the geology of Ballintoy Booking Essential 2–4pm 12noon–1pm and 2–3pm Harbour and White Park Bay Coastal path. Contact 028 4375 1467 Normal Admission Members Free Normal Admission Members Free Meet at Ballintoy Harbour 2pm Booking Essential No Charge Donations Welcome Foraging fun at Minnowburn Mount Stewart Contact 028 7084 8728 Strangford Lough 25 August 1–4pm 7 September Jazz in the Garden No Charge Donations Welcome Bring your picnic and settle down on the Ards Beach Clean Lend us a hand and help clean marine litter. lawn with your family and friends to enjoy an Downhill Demesne afternoon of jazz in the gardens at This will be a good opportunity to learn about 7 September local wildlife with the ranger. Mount Stewart. Castlerock Walkfest Suitable for children aged 8 years plus with Sorry no BBQ’s. Picnics welcome. Please note A day of guided walks, long and short, in the accompanying adult. Wellingtons advisable that this event takes place outside. Appropriate Benevenagh Area of Outstanding Natural Meet at the Floodgates car park, Newtownards clothing required Beauty. Organised by the Castlerock Community Contact 028 4278 7769 2–4.30pm Association in partnership with the National Trust 1–2.30pm Normal Admission Members Free and Heritage Trust. No Charge Donations Welcome Booking Essential Contact 028 7084 9303 38 Events may change, please visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni for the latest 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 hard-standing pitches, space for up to ten tents and six Located in some of Nothern Ireland’s eco-friendly continental camping pods. The most picturesque spots, each of our Bunkhouse, a two-storey former game- keepers cottage is also ideally suited for accommodation options is characterised large families or groups of up to 14 people. by its quirky history, unique architecture Castle Ward Pod and beautiful landscape setting.

Relax by the lakeside Every booking helps us in County Fermanagh We have a range of holiday cottages and look after special places accommodation in Fermanagh, from quirky for ever, for everyone. glamping pods, to a cottage for six people. On the shores of Upper Lough Erne Crom is one of Ireland’s most important nature Causeway Hotel conservation areas with rare and spectacular Crom Cottages wildlife, inspirational woodland walks and nature trails. The estate is a well-known camping destination, but for those who want Butler’s Apartment at Florence Court, Portbradden Cottage to enjoy a little more luxury, we offer ‘glamping’ provides an unforgettable country pods. They were originally used to house house experience. Situated in the south pigs, but they’ve certainly had an upgrade wing, this unique and atmospheric Rediscover the Causeway Coast since then. Crom also has seven holiday apartment retains its original features cottages ranging from Erne View, which and character, and is enhanced with Nestled in an idyllic harbour on the North Antrim sleeps six people, to Alder Cottage, the ideal luxurious additions (sleeps four people). Coast, Portbradden Cottage is a three bedroom romantic retreat with one double bedroom. cottage in an inspirational location from which to explore the North Coast of Northern Ireland.

Camping at Crom 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 Strand House conference facilities for up to 60 delegates. or call 0344 800 2070.

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Contact Details Contact a huge 22% and 46 square Portadown 107 Sea Road BT55 7PG BT62 1SQ Castlerock T: 028 7083 6396 miles of countryside. T: 028 8778 4753 BT51 4RP E: [email protected] E: [email protected] T: 028 7084 8728 2 E: [email protected] Rowallane Garden The Argory Saintfield 144 Derrycaw Road Florence Court BT24 7LH The National Trust is a charity founded Moy Enniskillen T: 028 9751 0131 in 1895 by three people who saw the Dungannon BT92 1DB E: [email protected] BT71 6NA T: 028 6634 8249 importance of our nation’s heritage T:028 8778 4753 E: [email protected] Springhill and open spaces and wanted to E: [email protected] 20 Springhill Road preserve them for everyone to enjoy. Giant’s Causeway Moneymore Carrick-a-Rede North Coast Office BT45 7NQ Over 120 years later these values are 119a White Park Road 60 Causeway Road T: 028 8674 8210 still at the heart of everything we do. Ballintoy E: [email protected] Ballycastle BT57 8SU Over one million people visited the Giant’s Causeway last year BT54 6LS T: 028 2073 1855 Strangford Lough 3 T: 028 2076 9839 E: [email protected] Mount Stewart E: [email protected] Portaferry Road We are supported by 91,000 Gray’s Printing Press Newtownards 4 Castle Coole 49 Main Street BT22 2AD members in Northern Ireland Enniskillen Strabane T: 028 4278 7769 with a total membership of We are the guardians of Northern Ireland’s BT74 6HN BT82 8AU E: [email protected] five million nationwide. T: 028 6632 2690 T: 028 8674 8210 5 first UNESCO World Heritage Site, the E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Wellbrook Beetling Mill Giant’s Causeway which was visited by 20 Wellbrook Road Each year over two million visitors enjoy over one million people last year. Castle Ward Minnowburn Corkhill free access to over 60 outdoor spaces we Nr Strangford Minnowburn Warden’s Office BT80 9RY Downpatrick Ballynahatty Road T: 028 8674 8210 look after in Northern Ireland such as Slieve BT30 7BA Belfast E: [email protected] Donard, Slieve Comedagh, Minnowburn, T: 028 4488 1204 BT8 8LE E: [email protected] T: 028 9064 7787 Northern Ireland Regional Office Glenoe Waterfall, Portmuck and Derrymore. E: [email protected] Rowallane Stableyard Crom Saintfield Newtownbutler Mount Stewart BT24 7LH BT92 8AJ Portaferry Road T: 028 9751 0721 T: 028 6773 8118 Newtownards E: ni.customerenquiries@ E: [email protected] BT22 2AD nationaltrust.org.uk

T: 028 4278 8387 Design: www.darraghneely.com Derrymore E: [email protected] Bessbrook Find us online Newry Murlough National Nature Reserve Restoring the central hall floor at Mount Stwart, nationaltrust.org.uk/ni part of an £8 million conservation project BT35 7EF South Down Office T: 028 8778 4753 Dundrum facebook.com/nationaltrustNI E: [email protected] BT33 0NQ T: 028 4375 1467 @nationaltrustNI 6 Divis and the Black Mountain E: [email protected] 12 Divis Road @nationaltrustNI In Northern Ireland, three out Hannahstown Patterson’s Spade Mill Volunteer bulb planting at Castle Coole Belfast 751 Antrim Road of four places cannot fund their BT17 0NG own conservation. In 2018 we T: 028 9082 5434 BT39 0AP E: [email protected] T: 028 9443 3619 7 spent £17 million on conservation E: [email protected] work across Northern Ireland. We rely on the support of volunteers to help care for Northern Ireland’s coast, Photo credits: National Trust Images / Chris Lacey, Ian Ward, Bernie Brown, Rob Durston, Craig Sommerville, countryside, mansions and gardens. For details on how to become a member Shaw Hobson, Laura Laverty, Tony Pleavin, John Millar, Joe Cornish, James Dobson, Trevor Hart, Megan Taylor, Eric McDonald, Ian Shaw, Catriona Darroch, Matthew Oates, Chris Damant, Paul Harris, Trevor Ray Hart Over 2,500 people volunteer for the or to find out more about the work of the National Trust in Northern Ireland — National Trust visit nationaltrust.org.uk/ni National Trust / Richard Watson, Christopher Heaney, Simon Mills, Wilbert McIlmoyle, Chris Dyche, Tony Pleavin, Sarah Sharp, Paul Canning gifting around 160,000 hours annually. Registered charity number 205846 42 43 from just £6 a month

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