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Top three tours

The Mount Stewart gardenMount Stewart see page 331

The Bishop’s tour Downhill Demesne and Hezlett House see page 325

Afternoon tea tourFlorence Court see page 327

Perfect for groups

Rowallane Garden An inspirational 21-hectare (52-acre) garden located only 30 minutes from Belfast. It offers a welcome and interpretation area, a café with views across the garden, gardeners’ room and its very own resident potter. The garden is made up of a series of smaller gardens including the inner and outer walled gardens, Pleasure Ground, Rock Garden Wood and woodland area, all linked by a network of paths.

Other places to visit nearby are Castle Ward, Mount Stewart and Patterson’s Spade Mill.

Itinerary ideas

Discovering the delights of Down Mount Stewart is our first stop on the tour. Overlooking Strangford Lough, the recently restored family home boasts collections of international and national significance. The garden is ranked as one of the top ten gardens in the world and has many rare plants from around the world.

After visiting Mount Stewart take a short ferry trip to Castle Ward, a place full of hidden surprises, quirky tales and secrets. The 18th-century house has two distinctly different façades, classical and Gothic, set within an immense walled demesne.

Rowallane Garden is the final visit of the day. The garden is a mix of informal and formal garden spaces with unusual features and rare plants from across the world that thrive in this mild climate.

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A warm welcome awaits you at our places and spaces across Northern Ireland. Discover new rooms at Mount Stewart, explore the walled garden at Rowallane Garden, step into a film set at Castle Ward or take a gentle stroll in the great outdoors at Florence Court.

New for 2017Mount Stewart The recently restored family homenow showcases collections and items of international significance including art, furniture and silverware. During the year a series of new rooms, from bedrooms to formal rooms, will open for visitors to enjoy and explore. The Stewart family history is highlighted throughout, particularly that of Edith, Lady Londonderry in the 1920s to ‘50s.

Mount Stewart: explore outdoorsNew demesne trails open giving you three miles of walks in a rich and varied landscape with a breathtaking hidden glen and historic monuments.

Previous page: Florence Court, County Fermanagh

Pictured, this page:the drawing-room at Mount Stewart; Castle Ward; Rowallane Garden – all in County Down

Opposite page:Florence Court, County Fermanagh; Downhill Demesne and Hezlett House, County Londonderry

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Crickhowell

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Risca

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Neyland

Fishguard

Tenby

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TynemouthWhitley Bay

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Downham Market

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Sheerness

Canvey Island

Whitstable Herne Bay

Canterbury

Rayleigh

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Witham

BraintreeBishop's Stortford

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SittingbourneRamsgate

Deal

Hythe

AshfordTonbridge

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Bexhill-on-Sea

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Reigate

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Godalming

Chichester Littlehampton

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Barnstaple

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Newton Abbot

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St Albans

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Tring HemelHempstead

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Thame

Abingdon

Bicester

Daventry

Banbury

Selby

Retford

Stocksbridge

Gainsborough

Goole

Thorne

Pontefract

Tadcaster

Kendal

Fleetwood

Lancaster

Ilkley

Yeadon

ShipleyGarforth

Castleford

Glossop

Sutton in Ash�eldKirkby in Ash�eld

Dron�eldWorksop

Staveley

Hemsworth

Newark-on-TrentSouthwell

Grantham

Long EatonBeeston

Cleethorpes

Immingham

Northwich

Frodsham

Leek

Congleton

Kidsgrove

Hucknall

Cross

Belper

Ripley

Ilkeston

Matlock

Flint

Kirkby

Evesham

WarwickDroitwich

Stratfordupon Avon

Bromsgrove

Great Malvern

Tewkesbury

LlandudnoPrestatyn

RhylColwyn Bay

AbergeleConwy

Bangor

Holyhead

Oswestry

NantwichWrexham

Aberystwyth

Bridgnorth

Newport

Brownhills

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RugeleyAshby-de-

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Carmarthen

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Abergavenny

MerthyrTyd�l

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Pembroke

Milford Haven

Llanelli

UttoxeterStone

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Maccles�eld Buxton

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Louth

Sale

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Coalville

Bedworth

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Dungiven

Limavady

Portrush Bushmills

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Ballycastle

Cushendall

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Randalstown

Antrim

Crumlin

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Banbridge

Downpatrick

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Castlewellan

Tandragee

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Moneymore

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Omagh

Newtownstewart

Strabane

Castlederg

Lisnaskea

Enniskillen

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Keady

CrossmaglenWarrenpoint

Rostrevor

Rathfriland

Newcastle

Kilkeel

Coleraine

BallymenaLarne

Carrickfergus

NewtownabbeyBangor

Newtownards

Craigavon

Portadown

Armagh

Cookstown

Newry

Carlisle

Hartlepool

Middlesbrough

Darlington

Barrow-in-Furness

Burnley

Blackburn

Keighley

Halifax

Hudders�eld

BuryRochdale

Middleton

Oldham

Salford

Bolton

Preston

Blackpool

Southport

Crosby

Wigan

Gateshead

Norwich

Stevenage

Cambridge

GreatYarmouth

Lowestoft

Ipswich

Corby

Peterborough

Redditch

Northampton

Southend-on-Sea

Margate

Brentwood

Colchester

Clacton-on-Sea

Basildon

Dover

FolkestoneTunbridgeWells

Maidstone

Hastings

RochesterGillingham

Chatham

Crawley

BrightonHove

WorthingBognorRegisPortsmouth

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Eastleigh

Basingstoke

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StainesReading

PooleBournemouth

BathWeston-super-Mare

Swindon

Exeter

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Harlow

Slough

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Newport

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High Wycombe

Oxford

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HarrogateYork

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Barnsley

Rotherham

Doncaster

Stockport

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Lincoln

Grimsby

Halesowen

LeamingtonSpa

Bootle

WidnesRuncorn

St Helens

Wallasey

Birkenhead

Ellesmere Port

Warrington

Worcester

Stourport-on-Severn

Gloucester

Shrewsbury

Telford

West Bromwich

Walsall

Dudley

SuttonCold�eld

Cannock

Stourbridge

Kidderminster

Newcastle-under-Lyme

Solihull

Nuneaton

Rugby

Hinckley

Swansea

Stafford

Crewe

Burton upon Trent

Chester

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Tamworth

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Leicester

Southampton

Bristol

Cardiff

Plymouth

Leeds

Shef�eld

Nottingham

Stoke-on-trent

Wolverhampton

Birmingham

Derby

Liverpool

Coventry

Murlough NationalNature Reserve

Strangford Lough

Gray’s Printing Press

Ardress House

Divis and the Black Mountain

Patterson’sSpade Mill

WellbrookBeetling Mill

Bodysgallen Hall Hotel, Restaurant and Spa

Ty MawrWybrnant

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Aberconwy HouseConwy Suspension Bridge

The Kymin

Tudor Merchant’sHouse

Plas yn Rhiw

MiddlethorpeHall Hotel, Restaurant and Spa

GeorgeStephenson’s

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Aira Forceand Ullswater

Sticklebarnand The Langdales

Wray Castle

The WeirGarden

The FleeceInn

Sunnycroft

Hardwick Estate:Stainsby Mill

Gunby Hall Estate:Monksthorpe Chapel

FarnboroughHall

CardingMill Valley

and theLong Mynd

BenthallHall

Greyfriars’ Houseand Garden

Grange Barnand Paycocke’s Houseand Garden

Dunstable Downs and theWhipsnade Estate

Theatre Royal

ElizabethanHouse Museum

Hat�eld ForestBourne Mill

Heigham Holmes

Buscot Park

Hartwell House Hotel,Restaurant and Spa

Runnymede

Saddlescombe Farm

Ascott

Bembridge Windmill

Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters

Box Hill

Cobham Woodand Mausoleum

Monk’s House

Newtown OldTown Hall andNature Reserve

OakhurstCottage

WoolbedingGardens

Shalford Mill

South Foreland Lighthouse

Stoneacre

The Homewood

The WhiteCliffs of Dover

Lamb House

Rainham Hall

DunsterWorking

Watermill

Coleridge Cottage

Compton Castle

East PoolMine

Finch Foundry

Godolphin

Hardy’sCottage

Heelis

Levant Mineand BeamEngine

Lundy

Lytes Cary Manor

Max Gate

Overbeck’s

Studland BayTintagel OldPost Of�ce

Fyne Court

A la Ronde

Antony

Brean Down

Dyrham Park

Glendurgan Garden

MompessonHouse

Trerice

Tintinhull Garden

Downhill Demesne and Hezlett House

Crom

Llanerchaeron

Bodnant Garden

DolaucothiGold Mines

AberdulaisTin Worksand Waterfall

Colby WoodlandGarden

Ormesby Hall

Rievaulx Terrace

Washington Old Hall

Cherryburn

Little Moreton Hall

Lyme

Rufford Old Hall

Gawthorpe Hall

Beatrix Potter Gallery and Hawkshead

Hill Top

Acorn Bank

Kedleston Hall

BirminghamBack to Backs

Baddesley Clinton

Berrington Hall

Charlecote Park

Croft Castleand Parkland

Croome

BrockhamptonEstate

Coughton Court

PackwoodHouse

CanonsAshby

WightwickManor and Gardens

Moseley Old Hall

Lyveden

WoolsthorpeManor

Eyam Hall and Craft Centre Gunby Estate, Hall

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Mr Straw’sHouse

TattershallCastle

Shaw’sCorner

Sheringham Park

Anglesey Abbey,Gardens and Lode Mill

Blickling Estate

Felbrigg Hall,Gardens and Estate

Ickworth

Flatford

Wicken FenNational NatureReserve

Wimpole Estate

Sutton Hoo

Peckover Houseand Garden

Oxburgh Hall

Houghton Mill andWaterclose Meadows

Melford Hall LavenhamGuildhall

Orford Ness NationalNature Reserve

Dunwich Heath and Beach

EmmettsGarden

Greys Court

Hughenden

Nuf�eld Place

HintonAmpner

MottistoneGardens and Estate

Wakehurst Place

Osterley Parkand House

Scotney Castle

Standen House and Garden

IghthamMote

Bodiam Castle

Bateman’s

The Vyne

Sutton Houseand Breaker’s Yard

Fenton Houseand Garden

Smallhythe Place

Alfriston Clergy House

Claremont LandscapeGarden

Uppark Houseand Garden

Red House

Eastbury Manor House

The Needles Headlandand Batteries

HatchlandsPark

River Wey and GodalmingNavigations and Dapdune Wharf

Chastleton House

SandhamMemorialChapel

2 Willow Road

West GreenHouse Garden

West WycombePark, Village and Hill

WinkworthArboretumWinchester

City Mill

QuebecHouse

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum

Barrington Court

Coleton Fishacre

TrengwaintonGarden

Greenway

Lydford Gorge

Hidcote

ChedworthRoman Villa

AveburyLacock Abbey,Fox Talbot Museumand Village

Prior ParkLandscape Garden

Snowshill Manorand Garden

Newark Park

Montacute House

Giant’s Causeway

Mount Stewart

Castle Ward

Rowallane Garden

The Argory

Castle Coole

Florence Court

Carrick-a-Rede

Springhill

Penrhyn Castle

Chirk Castle

Erddig

Plas NewyddHouse and Gardens

Powis Castleand Garden

Dinefwr

Tredegar House

Stackpole

Dyffryn Gardens

Fountains Abbeyand Studley Royal Water Garden Beningbrough Hall,

Gallery and Gardens

Treasurer’s House, York

Gibside

Seaton Delaval HallWallington

Cragside

Souter Lighthouseand The Leas

Nunnington Hall

Nostell

East Riddlesden Hall

Speke Hall

Quarry BankDunham Massey

Sizergh

Tatton Park

Steam Yacht Gondola

Wordsworth Houseand Garden

AttinghamPark

Biddulph GrangeGarden

Calke Abbey

Hardwick

Belton House

The Workhouse,Southwell

Clumber Park

Dudmaston

Hanbury Hall

Shugborough Estate

Sudbury Hall and the National TrustMuseum of Childhood

Upton Houseand Gardens

Chartwell

SissinghurstCastle Garden

Shef�eld Parkand Garden

NymansPetworth Houseand Park

PolesdenLacey

Mottisfont

Waddesdon Manor

Stowe

Cliveden

Ham House and Garden

Claydon

Basildon Park

Knole

Tyntes�eld

Buckland AbbeyCotehele

Kingston Lacy

Stourhead

Trelissick

Corfe Castle

BrownseaIsland

CastleDrogo

Dunster Castle

Killerton

Knightshayes

Lanhydrock

Saltram

St Michael’s Mount

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The Argory144 Derrycaw Road, Moy, Dungannon, County Armagh BT71 6NA

This Irish gentrya house can trace more than 190 years of history. Built in the 1820s for the MacGeough Bond family, the house and surrounding riverside estate came into existence due to a quirky stipulation in a will. The interior of this understated and intimate house still evokes the eclectic tastes and interests of the family. The rose garden, with its unusual sundial, pleasure gardens and wooded walks along the River Blackwater are ideal for exploring. Note: joint ticket available with Ardress House.

Garden best in: February, May–June, October.

Contact: 028 8778 4753 [email protected]

Coaches: coach parking, 50 yards from visitor reception. Drop-off point available outside house.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours. Guided tour only. Out-of-hours tours£. Group tours can be adapted in length to suit group itineraries. Shop.

Catering: coffee shop, assisted service, 52 covers. Table reservations by arrangement. Out-of-hours catering is also available.

Group admission: £4

The Argory M T W T F S SCourtyard café and shop4 Feb–26 Feb* 12–5 . . . . . S SHouse, courtyard café and shop11 Mar–9 Apr 12–5 . . . T F S S10 Apr–23 Apr 12–5 M T W T F S S27 Apr–28 May 12–5 . . . T F S S1 Jun–30 Jun 12–5 . . W T F S S1 Jul–31 Aug 12–5 M T W T F S S1 Sep–30 Sep 12–5 . . . T F S S1 Oct–22 Oct 12–4 . . . . . S S23 Oct–29 Oct 12–4 M T W T F S SGroundsOpen all year 10–5 M T W T F S SHouse: admission by guided tour, last tour one hour before closing. Open Bank Holiday Mondays and all other public holidays in Northern Ireland. *Courtyard café and shop open 12 to 5, half-term (16 and 17 February). Closed 25, 26 December and 1 January 2018.

Access: s133 s140 s81 s68 Grounds s64 s108


Carrick-a-RedeBallintoy, County Antrim BT54 6LS

Connected to the cliffs by a rope bridge across the Atlantic Ocean, this rocky island is the ultimate clifftop experience. Jutting out from the rugged North Antrim Coast Road, the 30-metre-deep and 20-metre-wide chasm separating Carrick-a-Rede from the mainland is traversed by an amazing rope bridge that was traditionally erected by salmon fishermen. If you are bold enough to make the crossing, you will be rewarded by unique geology and wildlife, and enjoy uninterrupted vistas across the seas of Moyle to Rathlin Island and far beyond to the Scottish islands. Carrick-a-Rede offers clifftop birdwatching and windswept coastal scenery. Note: number crossing bridge at any one time restricted. Open weather permitting. Entrance 119a Whitepark Road. Suitable clothing/footwear recommended. When busy, timed tickets may be in operation.


Coaches: coach parking, 250 yards from tea-room. All coaches are required to park in the lower section of the main car park.

Visit: average duration is 1 hour 30 minutes. Guided tour£. Shop.

Catering: tea-room, self-service, 36 covers and additional 20 seats outdoors, with excellent views across to Rathlin Island.

Group admission: £4.40

Carrick-a-Rede M T W T F S SBridge1 Jan–31 Jan 9:30–3:30 M T W T F S S1 Feb–26 Feb 9:30–5 M T W T F S S27 Feb–25 Jun 9:30–6 M T W T F S S26 Jun–3 Sep 9:30–7 M T W T F S S4 Sep–29 Oct 9:30–6 M T W T F S S30 Oct–31 Dec 9:30–3:30 M T W T F S SLast entry to bridge 45 minutes before closing. Car park and North Antrim coastal path open all year. Bridge open weather permitting. Closed 24 to 26 December.

Access: s70 s140 s67 s105 s138 Grounds s63 s66 s108

Special interest toursCheck website or call for details of all tours or talks

Carrick-a-Rede island and quarry adventureThis tour gives an insight into the area’s industrial heritage and traditional salmon fishing. Spectacular coastal views lead to the rope bridge which fishermen built across the 30-metre deep chasm to the island. The reward is an unforgettable insight into the wildlife, geology and history of this incredible place.

Tour cost from £7.70 per personDuration 1 hour 30 minutes


Castle CooleEnniskillen, County Fermanagh BT74 6HN

Castle Coole stands out as one of the finest examples of Neo-classical architecture in Ireland. With an elegant and restrained exterior, the interior is brimming with opulence, luxury and colour. The surrounding soft, rolling parkland, interspersed with mature oaks, woodlands and paths, is perfect for refreshing walks. You can also explore the historic outbuildings on the estate, such as the 18th-century ice house. Families can relax and have fun in the outdoor play area. Note: access to the basement is via very steep steps, so a good level of fitness is required.


Coaches: coach parking beside shop and tea-room, 200 yards from mansion. Drop-off point in front of mansion.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours. Guided tour only. Out-of-hours tours£. Shop.

Catering: tea-room, assisted service, 50 covers plus 20 outside. Set menu, out-of-hours catering available.


Castle Coole M T W T F S SGrounds1 Jan–28 Feb 10–4 M T W T F S S1 Mar–31 Oct 10–7 M T W T F S S1 Nov–31 Dec 10–4 M T W T F S SHouse, tea-room and shop11 Mar–19 Mar 11–5 . . . . F S S25 Mar–9 Apr 11–5 . . . . . S S14 Apr–23 Apr 11–5 M T W T F S S29 Apr–31 May 11–5 M . W T F S S1 Jun–31 Aug 11–5 M T W T F S S1 Sep–30 Sep 11–5 M . W T F S SHouse: admission by guided tour (last tour one hour before closing). Open Bank Holiday Mondays and all other public holidays in Northern Ireland.

Access: s70 s133 s140 s105 s22 s138 Building s63 s66 s59

Grounds s66 s108


A peek into the palaceDescribed as a ‘palace in the park’, Castle Coole is one of the finest Neo-classical houses in Ireland. This intriguing tour showcases the opulent Regency interior, from the magnificent oval Saloon to the State Bedroom, and the vast servants’ quarters – once full of hustle, bustle, gossip and drama.

Tour cost from £5 per personDuration 1 hour


Castle WardStrangford, Downpatrick, County Down BT30 7BA

High on a hillside, with views across the tranquil waters of Strangford Lough, the distinctly different styles of Gothic and classical collide at Castle Ward. This eccentric 18th-century mansion within a 332-hectare (820-acre) walled demesne is one of the most peculiar architectural compromises between two people. The former home of the Viscounts Bangor, guided tours reveal the history of the different façades. In the farmyard, you can visit the water-powered corn mill, or stroll among flowers and subtropical plants in the Sunken Garden, while the extensive grounds are criss-crossed by a 21-mile network of family-friendly multi-use trails. The impressive laundry, tack room, children’s Victorian play centre and adventure playground provide further opportunities to explore the demesne. Note: 1 March to 30 November visitor access to livestock grazing areas may be restricted.

Garden best in: April–September.


Coaches: parking for 4 coaches on weekdays and 2 coaches at weekends, 200 yards. Drop-off point 100 yards or at entrance to house on request.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours. Introductory talk. Guided tour. Out-of-hours tours£. Self-guided tours operate during property event days and public holidays. Transcripts of the tour are available in other languages upon request. Shop.

Catering: café, self-service, 60 covers, tables can be reserved. Out-of-hours catering available. Special menu and separate room by prior arrangement.


Castle Ward M T W T F S SParkland, trails and garden1 Jan–16 Mar 10–4 M T W T F S S17 Mar–29 Oct 10–6 M T W T F S S30 Oct–31 Dec 10–4 M T W T F S SHouse, stableyard and farmyard17 Mar–29 Oct 12–5* M T W T F S STea-room, gift shop and second-hand bookshop4 Jan–16 Mar 11–4 . . W T F S S17 Mar–29 Oct 10–5 M T W T F S S1 Nov–31 Dec 11–4 . . W T F S S*Stableyard and farmyard open at 10. House: last admission one hour before closing. Timed tickets apply to guided house tours. Corn mill demonstration on Sundays, 2 to 5, 16 April to 24 September. Gates open when grounds open. Closed 25 and 26 December.

Access: s70 s133 s140 s67 s105 s22 s129 s68

Building s63 s66 s59 Grounds s63 s66 s108


Anne, Bernard and Castle Ward – their storyTake a closer look at the lives of the couple who are behind the unique design of Castle Ward. As well as getting the inside story, you’ll gain a better insight into the curious nature of this quirky mid-Georgian mansion, built inside and out in two distinctly different styles.

Tour cost from £8 per personDuration 50 minutes

Meet Mary WardAn astonishing insight into the impressive achievements of the remarkable Mary Ward, a thoroughly modern woman in every respect. Explore the accomplishments, life and times of this extraordinary amateur painter, naturalist, astronomer and pioneer of the microscope, as you tour the house viewing her paintings and scientific discoveries.

Tour cost from £8 per personDuration 50 minutes

Temple Water: a landscape rediscovered NewOur ranger will take you on an energetic ramble to bring to life this ‘hidden’ part of Castle Ward’s history. Discover how Temple Water and the area around it was once the heart of the demesne, and how we plan to restore it back to its former glory.

Tour cost from £8 per personDuration 1 hour


CromUpper Lough Erne, Newtownbutler, County Fermanagh BT92 8AJ

Home to islands, ancient woodland and historical ruins, this 810-hectare (2,000-acre) demesne sits in a tranquil landscape on the peaceful southern shores of Upper Lough Erne. One of Ireland’s most important conservation areas, it has many rare species and is great for relaxing walks, cycling and boat trips. Note: 19th-century castle not open to public.


Coaches: coach parking, 100 yards from visitor centre.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours. Guided tour£. Out-of-hours tours£. Shop.

Catering: tea-room, 50 covers, table service for groups. Private room, out-of-hours catering available. Special group menu, table reservations must be arranged before visit.


Crom M T W T F S SGrounds1 Jan–28 Feb 10–4 M T W T F S S1 Mar–31 Oct 10–7 M T W T F S S1 Nov–31 Dec 10–4 M T W T F S SVisitor centre11 Mar–30 Sep 11–5 M T W T F S S1 Oct–29 Oct 11–5 . . . . . S SOpen Bank Holiday Mondays and all other public holidays in Northern Ireland. Last admission one hour before closing. Tea-room open as visitor centre (closed October).

Access: s70 s140 s67 s105 s68 Building s66 s59

Grounds s66 s108 s8

Downhill Demesne and Hezlett HouseMussenden Road, Castlerock, County Londonderry BT51 4RP

The sheltered gardens, cliff-edge landmark and striking ruins of a grand headland mansion bear testament to the eccentricity of the Earl Bishop who once made this 18th-century demesne his home. Mussenden Temple, perched atop sheer cliffs, offers panoramic views of the famous north coast and is a great place for walking and kite-flying. Nearby at Hezlett House, life in a rural 17th-century cottage is told through the people who once lived there. One of the oldest thatched cottages left standing in Northern Ireland, it boasts a rare cruck frame and houses the Downhill Marble Collection. Note: suitable footwear and moderate level of fitness are required to walk from drop-off point at Bishop’s Gate to Mussenden Temple.

Garden best in: April–June.

Contact: 028 7084 8728 [email protected] Hezlett House, 107 Sea Road, Castlerock, County Londonderry BT51 4TW

Coaches: drop-off point and coach parking only at Bishop’s Gate entrance, 400 yards from Lion’s Gate car park or Hezlett House. Minibus parking (no coaches) at Lion’s Gate car park.

Visit: average duration is 1 hour 30 minutes. Guided tour£. Tours can be tailored to suit your group’s specific interests by request.

Catering: no catering facility. Hot drinks and refreshments can be purchased at Hezlett House welcome reception.


Downhill and Hezlett M T W T F S SDownhill Demesne groundsOpen all year Dawn–dusk M T W T F S SDownhill Demesne facilities17 Mar–10 Sep 10–5 M T W T F S S16 Sep–29 Oct 10–5 . . . . . S SHezlett House18 Mar–9 Apr* 11–5 . . . . . S S10 Apr–23 Apr 11–5 M T W T F S S29 Apr–18 Jun 11–5 . . . . . S S19 Jun–3 Sep 11–5 M T W T F S SOpen Bank Holiday Mondays and all other public holidays in Northern Ireland. *Hezlett House also open 17 March. Hezlett House and facilities closed 24 to 26 December.

Access: s70 s140 Building s64 Grounds s66


The Bishop’s tourWith fabulous clifftop walks and views over Ireland’s wild north coastal headland, the Downhill domain, once home to its flamboyant creator Earl Bishop Hervey, provides a dramatic setting for this tour. Discover history as you walk through the gardens at Bishop’s Gate, towards the stunning Mussenden Temple.

Tour cost from £6.60 per personDuration 1 hour 30 minutes


Florence CourtEnniskillen, County Fermanagh BT92 1DB

Surrounded by lush parkland and thick woodland with Benaughlin mountain rising in the background, Florence Court enjoys a majestic countryside setting in West Fermanagh. There is something for everyone to enjoy at this extensive and welcoming place. On a guided tour of the Georgian mansion you can hear stories about the Cole family and their staff, who lived here for over 250 years. Outdoors take a gentle walk or long cycle along 10 miles of trails in the adjoining forest park and see fascinating industrial heritage features, including the water-powered sawmill and blacksmith’s forge. The gardens are home to the mother of all Irish yew trees, as well as the kitchen garden which is being restored to its 1930s character.

Garden best in: May–August.


Coaches: coach parking, 200 yards from entrance. Drop-off point close to tea-room.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours. Guided tour only. Introductory talk. Out-of-hours tours£. Whilst waiting for the tour to begin, visitors can step back in time to the homely atmosphere of the Colonel’s Room and enjoy music by the fire. Shop.

Catering: Stables tea-room, self-service, 60 covers. Table reservations, set menu, afternoon tea in Pavillion Room, out-of-hours catering – all available by arrangement before visit. Private hire of Colonel’s Room or Pavilion Room is available.


Florence Court M T W T F S SGardens and park1 Jan–28 Feb 10–4 M T W T F S S1 Mar–31 Oct 10–7 M T W T F S S1 Nov–31 Dec 10–4 M T W T F S SHouse, tea-room, visitor centre and shop11 Mar–19 Mar 11–5 . . . . F S S25 Mar–9 Apr 11–5 . . . . . S S14 Apr–23 Apr 11–5 M T W T F S S29 Apr–31 May 11–5 M T W T . S S1 Jun–31 Aug 11–5 M T W T F S S2 Sep–30 Sep 11–5 M T W T . S S1 Oct–29 Oct 11–5 . . . . . S SHouse: admission by guided tour (last tour one hour before closing). Open Bank Holiday Mondays and all other public holidays in Northern Ireland. Open Republic of Ireland Bank Holiday 30 October. Grounds closed 25 December. Visitor Centre open weekends November and December.

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Afternoon tea tour NewReceive a warm welcome at our 18th-century estate. On a guided tour of the Georgian mansion you’ll hear stories of the family and staff who lived and worked here for over 200 years, and get a taste of the high life with afternoon tea served in the octagonal Pavilion Room.

Tour cost from £19 per personDuration 3 hours


Giant’s Causeway44 Causeway Road, Bushmills, County Antrim BT57 8SU

Follow in the legendary footsteps of giants at Northern Ireland’s iconic World Heritage Site. The famous basalt columns of the Causeway landscape, left by volcanic eruptions 60 million years ago, are home to more than Finn McCool. Its nooks and crannies are dotted with dainty sea campion, and defensive fulmars protect their cliff nests. Windswept walking trails wind through this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with an all-accessible walk at Runkerry Head and more challenging terrain along the Causeway Coast Way. The interactive exhibition and innovative audio-guides unlock the secrets of the landscape and regale visitors with legends of giants.

What’s new in 2017? Portuguese and Dutch added to range of languages available on audio-guides.


Coaches: coach park (7 spaces), 90 yards. 5 drop-off coach bays in Car Park 2, 73 yards from group entrance. Parking also available at Park and Ride in Bushmills village, 2 miles away.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours 30 minutes. Guided tour£. Shop.

Catering: self-service café at Visitor Centre, 90 covers with additional open-air seating for 40, not possible to book. Restaurant and bar facilities available in Causeway Hotel, telephone direct on 028 2073 1210.

Group admission: £7.10. Shuttlebus to stones is operated by Translink and a separate charge applies to non-members

Giant’s Causeway M T W T F S SStones and coastal pathOpen all year Dawn–dusk M T W T F S SVisitor Centre1 Jan–28 Feb 9–5 M T W T F S S1 Mar–30 Jun 9–6 M T W T F S S1 Jul–31 Aug 9–7 M T W T F S S1 Sep–31 Oct 9–6 M T W T F S S1 Nov–31 Dec 9–5 M T W T F S SLast admission to Visitor Centre one hour before closing. Closed 24 to 26 December.

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A step back in timeWonder at the grandeur of Northern Ireland’s iconic World Heritage Site, the beautiful and mysterious Giant’s Causeway. Hear stories of this incredible natural phenomenon on a personalised tour, including the story of the Earth’s evolution 60 million years ago and legend of Finn McCool. You will be inspired and entertained!

Tour cost from £2.50 per personDuration 1 hour


Mount StewartPortaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down BT22 2AD

Voted one of the world’s top ten gardens, Mount Stewart reflects a rich tapestry of design and planting artistry bearing the hallmark of its creator. Edith, Lady Londonderry’s passion for bold planting schemes, coupled with the mild climate of Strangford Lough, means rare and tender plants from across the globe thrive in this celebrated garden, with the formal gardens exuding a distinct character and appeal. Explore the exquisite house, recently restored to glory. Experience a changing offer that is filled with fascinating stories about the Londonderry family, a world-class collection of paintings and many other internationally significant items. For a different view of Mount Stewart, stroll around miles of new walking trails and discover a landscape lost in time.

Garden best in: March–October.

What’s new in 2017? Our new walking trails will take you through a truly magical landscape of woodland and mixed farmland set within the iconic rolling drumlin landscape of East Down.


Coaches: coach parking, 200 yards from visitor reception. Drop-off point 50 yards from entrance.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours 30 minutes. Guided tour£. Out-of-hours tours£. Shop.

Catering: tea-room (licensed), self-service, 75 covers. Private dining experience in separate location offered for larger groups (maximum 50 people), subject to availability and prior arrangement. Set menu and out-of-hours catering available upon request.


Mount Stewart M T W T F S SFormal and lakeside gardens, trails, tea-room and shop1 Jan–3 Mar 10–4* M T W T F S S4 Mar–29 Oct 10–5 M T W T F S S30 Oct–31 Dec 10–4* M T W T F S SHouse1 Jan–26 Feb 11–3 . . . . . S S4 Mar–29 Oct 11–5 M T W T F S S4 Nov–31 Dec 11–3 . . . . . S STemple of the Winds5 Mar–29 Oct 2–5 . . . . . . S*Tea-room and shop: close at 5 weekends, Bank Holidays and public holidays. House: admission by free-flow (guided tours on selected days); October open times for house may change (check website for details). Open Bank Holiday Mondays and all other public holidays in Northern Ireland. Closed 25 and 26 December.

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The demesne NewTake a guided stroll on the trails with one of our rangers; get a taste of the ranger’s way of life and discover the behind-the-scenes care, upkeep of the desmesne and wildlife highlights that the estate has to offer. Sturdy footwear recommended.

Tour cost from £5 per personDuration 2 hours

The Mount Stewart gardenTour the formal gardens, Pleasure Ground and a glorious lake, surrounded by gently wooded hills. The varied plant collection from around the globe features specimens from the southern hemisphere. Also admire the wonderful topiary in the Shamrock Garden featuring the new Formorian – a half-human, half-demon statue associated with Strangford Lough.

Tour cost from £5 per personDuration 1 hour 15 minutes


Rowallane GardenSaintfield, County Down BT24 7LH

Carved into the County Down drumlin landscape since the mid-1860s, this inspirational 21-hectare (52-acre) garden is ‘a world apart’. The passion and shared vision of the Reverend John Moore, and later his nephew Hugh Armytage Moore, created a garden where you can leave the outside world behind and immerse yourself in nature’s beauty. The formal and informal garden spaces are home to magical features mingled with native and exotic plants, such as drifts of rare rhododendrons. It is a great place for a leisurely walk or just to relax on a seat and soak up the atmosphere.

Garden best: all year.

What’s new in 2017? Explore the new pathways around the Rock Garden Wood, opening up new views across the garden.


Coaches: coach parking available, 300 yards from entrance. Approach is through a narrow tree-lined avenue with sharp bends.

Visit: average duration is 2 hours. Welcome to site. Introductory talk. Guided tour. Out-of-hours tours£. Large groups can be accommodated. Shop.

Catering: café, self-service, 66 covers inside plus 30 additional seats outside. Special arrangements for groups can be made at time of booking. Out-of-hours catering also available upon request.


Rowallane Garden M T W T F S SGarden1 Jan–28 Feb 10–4 M T W T F S S1 Mar–30 Apr 10–6 M T W T F S S1 May–31 Aug 10–8 M T W T F S S1 Sep–31 Oct 10–6 M T W T F S S1 Nov–31 Dec 10–4 M T W T F S SCafé6 Jan–26 Feb 11–3 . . . . F S S1 Mar–30 Apr 11–4 M T W T F S S1 May–31 Aug 11–5 M T W T F S S1 Sep–31 Oct 11–4 M T W T F S S2 Nov–31 Dec 11–3 . . . T F S SOpen Bank Holiday Mondays and all other public holidays in Northern Ireland. Closed 25 and 26 December.

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Springhill20 Springhill Road, Moneymore, Magherafelt, County Londonderry BT45 7NQ

Hundreds of years ago the Lenox-Conyngham family chose this bucolic spot to build their home and, after ten generations, this 17th-century plantation house is still regarded as ‘one of the prettiest houses in Ulster’. The welcoming family home they created is brought to life on enlightening guided tours of its portraits, furniture and decorative arts. The old laundry houses Springhill’s celebrated costume collection of 18th- to 20th-century pieces that capture its enthralling past. There is a visitor centre, a natural play trail and short walks around the estate that are perfect for a leisurely stroll.

Garden best in: May–June.


Coaches: coach parking, 50 yards from house. Drop-off point 20 yards (only for visitors with limited mobility).

Visit: average duration is 1 hour 30 minutes. Guided tour only. Out-of-hours tours£. Shop.

Catering: Barn café, assisted service, 40 covers serving soup, scones, traybakes, teas and speciality coffees. Table reservations by arrangement and out-of-hours catering also available.


Springhill M T W T F S SVisitor centre and café4 Feb–26 Feb* 12–5 . . . . . S SHouse, visitor centre, café and costume museum11 Mar–9 Apr 12–5 . . . . . S S10 Apr–23 Apr 12–5 M T W T F S S28 Apr–28 May 12–5 . . . . F S S1 Jun–30 Jun 12–5 . . . T F S S1 Jul–31 Aug 12–5 M T W T F S S2 Sep–30 Sep 12–5 . . . . . S S1 Oct–22 Oct 12–4 . . . . . . S23 Oct–29 Oct 12–4 M T W T F S SGroundsOpen all year 10–5 M T W T F S SHouse: admission by guided tour, last tour one hour before closing. Open Bank Holiday Mondays and all other public holidays in Northern Ireland. *Visitor centre and café open 12 to 5, half-term (16 and 17 February). Closed 25, 26 December and 1 January 2018.

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Fantastic fashionsThe Springhill Costume Collection is quite simply one of the most important of its kind. A feast for the senses, this eclectic tour highlights items such as dresses embroidered with beetles’ wings and straw! Meet our costume curator and handle reproduction costumes to discover how they were made.

Tour cost from £10 per personDuration 1 hour 30 minutes


Ardress House64 Ardress Road, Annaghmore, Portadown, County Armagh BT62 1SQ

Nestling in 40 hectares (100 acres) of rolling countryside, this 17th-century farmhouse is an elegant example of 18th-century remodelling, with detailed plasterwork and fine Georgian interiors. The cobbled farmyard is the perfect spot for children to feed the resident chickens, and the nearby apple orchards are great for exploring. Note: joint ticket available with The Argory.


Divis and the Black MountainHannahstown, near Belfast, County Antrim

Sitting in the heart of the Belfast Hills, this 809-hectare (2,000-acre) mosaic of upland heath and blanket bog is a great place for a wild countryside experience. There are four walking trails to explore, affording panoramic views across Belfast and a wealth of flora, fauna and archaeological remains to discover. Note: cattle roam freely during summer months. Mountain environment and weather conditions can change rapidly. A ‘Changing Places’ toilet is on site.


Gray’s Printing Press49 Main Street, Strabane, County Tyrone BT82 8AU

The indelible story of printing is told behind this Georgian shop front in Strabane, once reputed as Ireland’s printing capital. Note: opening hours are limited, please contact for details.


Murlough National Nature Reservenear Dundrum, County Down

Home to seals, Neolithic sites and Ireland’s first nature reserve, Murlough is one of the most extensive examples of dune landscape in Ireland. A network of paths and boardwalks through these ancient dunes, woodland and heath makes it ideal for relaxed walks and spotting a wonderland of wildlife. Note: limited toilet facilities. Guided tour (additional charge) available by request, suitable outdoor clothing advised.


Northern IrelandThese properties have a limited offer for groups, but are well worth exploring for fascinating short visits that can be worked into your tour itinerary.

Please book all group visits, tours and catering direct with our places338

Patterson’s Spade Mill751 Antrim Road, Templepatrick, County Antrim BT39 0AP

Travel back in time and witness history literally forged in steel at the last working water-driven spade mill in daily use in the British Isles. Dig up the history and culture of the humble spade and visit bygone life fashioning steel into spades during the industrial era.


Strangford LoughCounty Down

The tidal treasures of Britain’s largest sea lough and one of Europe’s key wildlife habitats await discovery. This delicately balanced landscape is rich in natural and built heritage. Northern Ireland’s first Marine Conservation Zone and the winter home for up to 90 per cent of the world’s light-bellied brent geese. Note: tours, boat trips and overnight stays in a camping bothy on Salt Island are popular, and we advise booking early.


Wellbrook Beetling Mill20 Wellbrook Road, Corkhill, Cookstown, County Tyrone BT80 9RY

You can step back in time and discover how yarn was spun at Northern Ireland’s last working water-powered linen beetling mill. Hands-on demonstrations reveal the importance of the linen industry in 19th-century Ireland. The glen is ideal for relaxing walks and perfect for a picnic by the Ballinderry River. Note: joint ticket can be arranged with Springhill.


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