Navan Centre & Fort , County Armagh
Destination Ireland - Summer 2021 - Destination Focus
One of Ireland ’ s most famous and important archaeological sites . Experience life over 2000 years ago , as you walk in the footsteps of warriors to the ancient Navan Fort , site of the great temple of 95BC . Immerse yourself in Iron Age life , as you meet the resident Celtic clan & view their period dwelling . Tours resume May 25th .
Navan Centre Armagh
Culture & History
Seamus Heaney HomePlace , County Londonderry Discover the world-renowned poet in his beloved hometown . Journey through the life and works of this literary giant , greatly valued locally for his decency and humility , and experience the place , the people and the landscape that so inspired his work . The Exhibition reopens on May 26th . Tickets are available now & pre booking is recommended .
The Story of Derry , County Londonderry The Siege Museum and Exhibition ( May 24th ) will tell the tale of the Siege of Londonderry and the Museum of Free Derry ( May 27th ) will give you insights into the civil rights movement in the 1960 ’ s and 1970 ’ s . One of the most popular visits in Derry ~ Londonderry is the People ’ s Gallery , a set of twelve large murals that takes you through some of the most historic neighbourhoods in the city .
Belfast Street Art Walking Tour , Belfast Culture at every corner ? Spend just a few minutes in Belfast and you ’ ll notice the walls . There is street art everywhere . Street artists from across the globe have joined a new generation of Belfast based street artists to leave their mark and to help form a new narrative for the city . This 2-hour walking tour priced at only £ 10 will help you understand that history and show you how the narrative of the city is changing .
Food & Drink
Hinch Distillery , County Down A new 30,000 sq . ft . distillery in Ballynahinch opens for the first time on May 24th . Fully trained guides will bring visitors on an interactive and informative journey that gives insight to both the history of Irish whiskey and its unique distilling process with tutored tasting at the conclusion of the tour . The visitor centre facilities include a coffee shop , public restaurant , pub , outside courtyard space and multi-purpose events spaces . Enniskillen Taste Experience , County Fermanagh The Enniskillen Taste Experience starts at Enniskillen Castle and guides customers around the Island town meeting local producers and suppliers . You will have the opportunity to sample Joe the Baker ’ s sour dough , Pat O ’ Doherty ’ s famous black bacon , Tickety Moo Ice cream , Boatyard Gin , Sharon ’ s mouth-watering scones , Innishmacsaint beer and much more ! Every Saturday at 11am lasting three hours .
Houses , Gardens & Forest Parks
Slieve Gullion Forest Park , County Armagh Alive with geology , archaeology and over 2,000 years of legend and history , Slieve Gullion Forest Park is home to one of the most famous ring dykes in the world . Take a trek to the summit of Armagh ’ s highest peak and you ’ ll be rewarded with stunning views across the Ring of Gullion , Mourne and Cooley mountain ranges and the Armagh Drumlins .
Titanic Belfast
OM Dark Sky Park
Todds Leap Activity Centre
Montalto Estate , County Down In the picturesque County Down countryside , the stunning Montalto Estate with trails and gardens is open to explore . Highlights of the estate include the beautiful Alpine Garden , an impressive purpose-built tree house , Woodland Trail and tranquil walks with stunning views of the gardens and wildlife .
Hillsborough Castle Gardens , County Down The castle may be closed but the beautiful gardens are still open for exploring . Enjoy 100 acres of world-famous royal gardens . The beautiful colours at this time of year will be especially worth a look . Try the 18th-century Walled Garden , the Lost Garden , the Granville Garden and Lady Alice ’ s Temple . To enable social distancing , tickets must be prebooked and there is no restriction on how long you can stay .
Florence Court , County Fermanagh One of Fermanagh ’ s famous historic houses will reopen on June 5 . Florence Court is situated against the mountain backdrop of Cuilcagh Mountain outside Enniskillen . Glorious grounds with a beautiful walled garden , the famous Florence Court Yew and 15 kilometres of trails means there is more than enough to explore on a day out . Pre-booking is essential for all attractions and experiences , and we advise you check the website for opening times , restrictions and guidelines for visiting as well as our chartered ‘ We ’ re Good to Go ’ stamp .
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