European Open Days 2012

Free Entrance ONE WEEKEND OVER 300 PROPERTIES AND EVENTS

SATURDAY 8 & SUNDAY 9 SEPTEMBER

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This year European Heritage Open Days will take place on 8th and 9th September. Once again over 300 properties and events are opening during the weekend and remember its FREE OF CHARGE! Not all events are in the brochure so for the widest choice visit our new and improved website www.discovernorthernireland.com/ehod

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Alterations & Cancellations

Pre-Booking

Disabled Access

Inevitably there will be some alterations and cancellations and these will be posted on the website wherever possible – please check, or telephone the NIEA office on 028 9054 3022 before you travel to avoid disappointment. You may find some of the locations difficult to find so on the website each individual entry is accompanied by a map.

A number of the properties have limited places. These need to be pre-booked as otherwise access will be denied. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

Bookings will not be taken after 4.00pm on Tuesday 4th September 2012.

If you intend to visit a particular property and have a disability, please contact the EHOD office on 028 90 543022 or e-mail ehd@doeni.gov.uk We cannot guarantee that access and facilities will be suitable for you at participating properties but we will endeavour to find out what measures are in place.

A Message from the Minister of the Environment Our heritage in all its expressions – built and natural, Christian and archaeological - is part of us and part of the appeal of this part of Ireland and these islands. It is key to attracting people to come here, key to employment in the tourism sector and key to our experience and identity.

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his is the 15th year that be fully restored - SS Nomadic, two Northern Ireland has taken Titanic sightseeing boat tours and a rare part in this European wide opportunity to enjoy the view from the cultural event. This year the top of St John’s lighthouse in Co Down. range of events is even more varied than These and many of the other events before, ranging from old favourites, will be very popular so I urge you to like the BBC Broadcasting House in book early.

Belfast, Flame - The Gasworks Museum of Ireland in Carrickfergus and Castle This year we have an exciting new Coole in Fermanagh, to new entries, like venture with the Arts Council of the picturesque Glenarm Castle, Our Northern Ireland who have organised Lady of Bethlehem Abbey, Portglenone, an exhilarating programme of events a wonderful example of the modern some with a Titanic theme - such as movement in architecture the culinary walking tour of Belfast and Seagoe Parish with the ‘Titanic‘s cook’.

Church with its Others are theatrical and St. John’s amazing timber musical performances Lighthouse roof structure. that will bring a new A Round black tower with two dimension to an already yellow bands. The light was first Since its exciting programme. established on 1st May 1844. beginnings in It converted to electricity in 1981.

1997, EHOD For a second year Place, The height of the light is 36.5 has become The Architecture and metres above Mean High the largest built Built Environment Water Springs. heritage related Centre, has organised events Page 46 cultural event in involving modern buildings Northern Ireland. including the chance to have an I encourage you to visit a architect guided tour of the award part of Northern Ireland that you winning Giant’s Causeway Visitor are not so familiar with. There are plenty Experience and to visit this year’s BBC of buildings and associated events in House of the Year, near Saintfield. Once each county. again you will also have the opportunity to enjoy our thrilling ‘Living History’ re-enactments which have proved to The main theme every year is the be so very popular in previous years, opportunity to see inside many of especially with children. our most exciting historic buildings free of charge, and to take part in Last year was the biggest year yet for events specially organised for EHOD, EHOD with over 58,000 visits made reflecting our common (and varied) and it is clear, through this level of European Architectural Heritage. interest, that our built heritage is very Additionally this year we are celebrating important to us. the launch of the Titanic and marking the 100th anniversary of its tragic demise and have brought together a programme of events to mark this occasion along with acknowledgement of our wider maritime heritage.

These events are detailed on page 3 and there are even more on the EHOD website. Some of the highlights will be a dockside talk at the - soon to

Finally, I wish to use this opportunity to thank all of the owners and guardians of properties who open their doors to allow us in, and, to those who will give up their time to lead tours. I know that opening a property can require an enormous amount of preparation and a lot of effort over the weekend. Without your enthusiasm and generosity this weekend event would not be possible.

I am extremely grateful to all of you.

I hope that you, all, have a great weekend.

Alex Attwood MLA Minister of the Environment

Visitors in Belfast City Hall

Visitors in Holy Hill

Visitors in BBC Broadcasting House

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The Maritime Heritage of Northern Ireland Northern Ireland has a rich maritime history and as 2012 is the centenary of the Titanic’s tragic sinking, we have taken this opportunity to draw together an exciting programme of events that are related to this theme, including talks, walks and performances.

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s well as more traditional events we are delighted to be collaborating with the Arts Council of Northern Ireland to bring new dimensions to your visitor experiences. Two additional maritime events have been organised by the Ocean Youth Trust Ireland and they can only be viewed on our website www.disovernothernireland.com/ehod They are sure to appeal to all ages.

There will be an opportunity to follow the Titanic story from design to maiden voyage through an illustrated talk entitled ‘Titanic - Made in Belfast’, a visit to the dry dock where it was fitted out and at a quayside talk beside the ‘Nomadic’ - arguably the most significant remaining direct link to the great ship.

If you prefer something a little different why not try the ‘Belfast Bred’ culinary walking tour exploring Edwardian cooking with the Titanic ship’s cook.

Alongside the Titanic events are opportunities to visit iconic structures like St John’s Lighthouse near Killough, 3

Magilligan’s Martello Tower, and the ever popular coastal castles at Dunluce and Carrickfergus. There are also other talks in the NIEA Monuments and Buildings Record and maritime themed walking tours in Comber and Donaghadee.

This year’s Treasure Trails and Virtual Visits have also been developed to reflect the maritime theme.

Take your time to consider all of the options – there is something for everyone!

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Look Out for These Great Maritime Events and Openers Belfast • Archaeology of the Northern Ireland Coastline – Talk in MBR - See p13 • Sinclair Seaman’s Presbyterian Church, Corporation Square - See p17 • The Titanic Tour, Lagan Weir- See p16 • ‘Titanic – Made in Belfast’ - Talk in MBR - See p13 • Belfast Harbour Commissioners Office, Corporation Square - See p17 • The Belfast Barge, 1 Lanyon Quay - See p16 • SS Nomadic – Dockside Talk, Hamilton Dock - See p17 • Titanic’s Dock and Pump House, NI Science Park, Queens Road - See p17 • Sea Safari - Titanic Sightseeing Speedboat, Belfast Harbour Marina - See p16 • Belfast Bred, Arts Council Event - See p12 • Photographic Titanic Walking Tour – Arts Council Event - See p17 Antrim • Carrickfergus Castle, Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, - See p33 • Carrickfergus Museum, 11 Antrim St., Carrickfergus - See p34 • Dunluce Castle, Dunluce - See p29 • Ice House talk by Thomas McErlean, Carrick-a-Rede - See p29 Down • Historical Walking Tour of Donaghadee - See p49 • Titanic Tales, Saintfield Library, - See p52 • Corn Mill, Harbour, Annalong, - See p44 • Comber Non-subscribing Church, 17 Windmill Hill, Comber - See p52 • Heritage tour of Comber, The Square, Comber - See p52 • St. John’s Lighthouse, Point Road, Killough - See p46 • Boys’ Brigade Heritage Museum, Ganaway Training Centre, Millisle - See p48 Derry • The Tower Museum, Union Hall Place, Derry - See p59 • Martello Tower, Magilligan - See p57

This year the Arts Council of Northern Ireland is delighted to introduce a touch of theatrical colour to European Heritage Open Days 2012.

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n partnership with DCAL we’re organising a series of specially tailored performances in selected venues to bring some of our most important historic buildings to life.

Some of our best local performers and theatre companies are on board and best of all, the entertainment is free! Just come along to one of the venues and enjoy a novel creative experience that will make your EHOD visit even more memorable.

Many of the productions are based on this year’s EHOD Maritime theme. Please check the EHOD website as there may be some variations to this programme.

Belfast Bred

Rap Poet Rachel McCabe

Miniatures and Modulations

Kabosh Theatre’s award winning ‘Belfast Bred’ walking tour with a difference.

Discover the city’s fascinating culinary history in the company of Barney, a chef from RMS Titanic and you’ll sample some great Belfast food along the way!

Rap Poet Rachel McCabe translates classic works of 19th-century literature into rap, so you can experience seminal works such as Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights wrapped up in two and a half minutes with the phattest beats, wittiest lyrics and sharpest bonnets in Christendom.

Composer Philip Hammond’s Miniatures and Modulations - piano pieces based on the Bunting Collection which were commissioned by the 2011 Belfast Festival at Queen’s, performed by renowned pianist Michael McHale

Time: Sat at 10.15am Booking is essential: Tel 028 90 543022 Location: Tour starts at 10.15am at Sawers Deli. (Fountain Centre Belfast, BT1 6ES) - See p12 Children’s Arts Workshops Children’s Arts Workshops led by the Play Resource Warehouse in two beautifully restored historic buildings.

Workshops are designed by Play Resource to develop the creative potential of children and young people by increasing their access to arts activities.

Time: Sat at 10.30am to 12.00pm Booking is essential: Tel 028 9054 3022 Location: Old Gracehill Schoolhouse - see p28 and The Playhouse Derry/ Londonderry - See p59

Time: Sat 11am to 12.30pm and 2pm to 3.30pm Location: Bronte Homeland Centre - See p44 Big Telly Theatre Company performing ‘The Kitchen that Fell Into the Sea’ The company’s range and scale of work is unparalleled, with its reputation for innovation built upon distinctive professional theatre productions.

Time: Sat at12.30pm, 2.30pm and 4.30pm Booking is essential: Tel 028 90 543022 Location: Dunluce Castle - See p29

Time: Sat 11am to 12noon Booking is essential: Tel 028 90 543022 Location: Harbour Commissioners’ Office, Belfast - See p17

Photographic Titanic Walking Tour Creatively capture historic and contemporary architecture with guidance from a leading photographic expert from Belfast Exposed contemporary photographic gallery.

Time: Sat at 2pm.

Booking is essential: Tel 028 9054 3022 Location: Tour will start from the Seafarer’s Centre, Dock Street and end at Thompson Dry Dock - See p17

So why not join our artists and performers on a unique creative adventure in locations around Northern Ireland, for an inspiring theatrical insight into our rich built and maritime heritage.

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This year once again there are exciting ‘Living History’ re-enactments across Northern Ireland. Live interpretation and tours can make history much more interesting for little people and big kids too. Why not step back in time and experience some of these wonderful sites?

Belfast

Sat 8th

Sun 9th

War Memorial Building

10.30am 4.30pm

10.30am 4.30pm

County Antrim

Sat 8th

Sun 9th

Dunluce Castle (NIEA Event)

2pm - 5pm

Carrickfergus Castle (NIEA Event)

1pm - 5pm

Old Gracehill School

10am - 5pm

County Down

Sat 8th

Audley's Castle

2pm - 5pm

Sat 8th - Medieval archers practice shooting with the longbow and display their prowess at the butts. A chance to have a go and experience the power of one of the oldest and most effective projectile weapons. Sun 9th - Knights and their weapons in a hands-on display that lets you feel the heft of a sword, try on a closed helmet and wear some chain mail - See p33

Sun 9th 2pm - 5pm

1pm - 5pm

Greencastle (NIEA Event)

1pm - 5pm

2pm - 5pm

Inch Abbey (NIEA Event)

1pm - 5pm

2pm - 5pm

Newtownards Priory (NIEA Event)

1pm - 5pm

Strangford Castle (NIEA Event)

1pm - 5pm

County Fermanagh

Sat 8th

Sun 9th

Devenish Island (NIEA Event)

1pm - 5pm

2pm - 5pm

Enniskillen Castle (NIEA Event)

1pm - 5pm

Tully Castle (NIEA Event)

1pm - 5pm

A Walking Tour of Lisnaskea

2pm 3.30pm

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Medieval archers practice shooting with the longbow and display their prowess at the butts. A chance to have a go and experience the power of one of the oldest and most effective projectile weapons - See p29

You will be transported back to the year 1812 and meet the headmaster and some pupils - See p28

Ballycopeland Windmill (NIEA Event)

Monea Castle (NIEA Event)

See American GI’s on and off duty in the barrack room. Dressed in uniform and walking out suits ready for a night out in Belfast - See p13

A Medieval soldier and his weapons on display - See p47

Meet the miller at this wonderful 18th century mill and see the technology that harnessed the wind to grind the corn - See p49

A 13th century Norman Knight patrols this ruined castle and displays some of the weapons and accoutrements that would have aided in its defense in the time of Robert the Bruce - See p44

An early 13th century Cistercian Brother walks the ruined grounds and explains the simple piety of his day - See p47 Dominican Blackfriars once again take up residence in their fine priory, sheltering in the carved doorway and demonstrating the skills of calligraphy See p51 A Medieval soldier and his weapons on display - See p48

2pm - 5pm

Sat 8th & Sun 9th - The early Celtic Christian monastery once again has a hospitable monk to welcome the traveller and teach the unlettered to write with a goose quill pen and natural inks and pigments - See p55 Early 17th century Plantation era Men-at-Arms demonstrate the arms and defensive manoeuvres that this castle was built to accommodate - See p54

Mid-17th century castle retainer demonstrates his weapons and equipment. Try on some armour and get the feel of living at this defended bawn house in the troubled plantation period - See p54 17th century castle retainer demonstrates his weapons and relates the terrible events of Christmas, 1641. Try on some armour and get the feel of living at this defended bawn house in the troubled plantation period - See p54

A walk through Lisnaskea passed some of the town’s best known buildings - The Corn Market, Butter Market, Balfour Castle and the Workhouse which will have a re-enactment of a children’s workhouse setting - See p55

County Derry

Sat 8th

Bellaghy Bawn (NIEA Event) Martello Tower Magilligan (NIEA Event)

2pm - 5pm 1pm - 5pm

Roe Valley - Dog Leap Centre and Power House (NIEA Event)

Walls Alive Walking Tours - Instruments of War

2pm - 5pm

2pm - 5pm

Coleraine Market Yard

11.30am & 2pm

County Tyrone

Sat 8th

Benburb Castle (NIEA Event)

1pm - 5pm

Tullaghogue Fort (NIEA Event)

County Armagh Navan Centre & Fort, Armagh

Sun 9th

1pm 3.30pm

17th century Plantation era Men - at - Arms demonstrate the arms and defensive manoeuvres that this defended bawn house was built to accommodate - See p63

On the 200th anniversary of the building of this tower, early 19th century Napoleonic era soldiers re-inhabit the strong rooms, powder stores and artillery platform of the ultimate lookout and defender of the entrance to the sound - See p57 One of the earliest electric turbine generation plants in Ireland, this was all the brainchild of one man - meet the remarkable Victorian gentleman who brought light to the valley -See p57

Demonstrations of the use of the Great Siege Guns on Derry’s Walls with an actual cannon being fired at 2pm, 3pm, 4pm and 5pm - See p60

A guided walk through the Victorian Streets of Coleraine to meet the characters who lived and worked over a century ago - See p58

Sun 9th

2pm - 5pm

Sat 8th

Sun 9th

11am - 3pm

11am - 3pm

St Patrick's Trian, Armagh

11am 1.30pm & 3pm

1.30pm & 3pm

Milford House Museum

10am - 6pm

10am - 6pm

Armagh City

17th century Plantation era Men - at - Arms demonstrate the arms and defensive manoeuvres that this castle was built to accommodate - See p65

A seat of power for 2,000 years, in 16th century Ireland this ringfort gave the O’Neill chieftains their right to rule. Come and see the distinctive dress and unique weapons, customs and laws that made the Gaels a force to be reckoned with - See p63 Iron age people of Navan are busy preparing for the upcoming winter.

For survival food was very important. Join them by cooking like the ancients and try your hand at making flour, baking bread, roasting meat, making broths and even making cheese - See p38 Guided walking tour with a historical character. After a short introduction visitors will uncover the history of the buildings within St Patrick's Trian, including the old 19th century Belfast Bank and Bank Managers house - See p41

Guided tours in 19th century costume at no. 57 William Street, Mill House, Milford. Discover the extraordinary world of Milford House, the former seat of the McCrum family, one of Ireland’s premier linen manufacturing dynasties - See p38

Armagh City and District Council’s Living History Characters will greet visitors throughout the city of Armagh, and tell visitors of life in Armagh in the eighteenth century.

Further details can be seen at the individual entries in the county sections.

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Modern Buildings to Visit During EHOD Weekend Good architecture does not stop at the front door

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Barrie Todd, guest curator for PLACE

ome would have it that an architect produces the exterior of a building, leaving interiors to other disciplines.

But good architecture does not stop at the front door - it continues to address all aspects in a holistic manner.

Houses are always a popular visiting choice during EHOD: visitors want to experience different forms of living patterns and spaces.

The private house on our modern list, Robinsview in Saintfield, won BBC House of the Year 2012.

There exists a continual urge that new architecture should draw references from the ‘old’, and sadly this is often poorly interpreted. But The Lyric (O’Donnell + Tuomey) and The MAC (Hall McKnight) interpret Belfast’s architectural heritage in a most intellectual, inventive and enquiring manner.

The new Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre is an absolute must. Commissioned through a UNESCO sponsored competition, it is immersed into the majestic landscape of this World Heritage Site. The roofscape is clad in grass pre-grown in nearby fields, to ensure the inclusion of indigenous species to withstand the severity of the elements of this location.

In deference to the columnar forms of The Giant’s Causeway the perimeter columns are built in an extremely well-crafted polished basalt, with none of identical form. The precise geometry of the Centre is generated by the man made ground work incisions and religiously carried through to the exterior paving with the same crafted precision. This architectural set piece could well contend with The Causeway itself as being of world wide renown.

PLACE Openers and Events • Victoria Square Urban Walk - p10 • Architecture Walking Tour - p11 • What next for Ulster Architecture - p11 • MAC - p13 • University of Ulster – Architect’s Tour - p13 • PRONI - p16 • Lyric Theatre - p21 • Giant’s Causway Visitor Centre - See p29 • Market Place Theatre - p40 • Robinsview - BBC House of the Year 2012 - p46 • Culturlann Derry - p61

Northern Ireland’s Architecture and Built Environment Centre

Likewise the Culturlann in Derry.

Its interior is visually dynamic while the facade ingeniously sits in the Georgian townscape in a manner that no mock replication could achieve with such a quality result.

With equally interesting internal spaces, the University of Ulster York Street Campus and the Public Records Office building were both designed by Todd Architects. Grand, tall spaces and flying access galleries evoke a calmness appropriate for their public and private use.

Lyric Theatre - Belfast

The ultimate publicly accessible open space is Victoria Square. But is it a shopping centre? Or simply a new covered, multi-tiered shopping street? In my view it represents a refreshing departure from ubiquitous glitzy American mall-style centres.

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Robinsview - BBC House of the Year 2012

MAC - Belfast

Decade

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Centenaries

As part of European Heritage Open Days 2012, drama productions and ‘living history’ events at various venues will help to bring the stories, times and characters from the first year of the decade 1912 -1922 to life.

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his period has been described by many as the ‘Decade of Centenaries’ because the political, social and cultural consequences of what happened during that decade reverberate to this day and shape identities and relationships in Northern Ireland, between the North and South of the island and between Ireland and Britain.

The period included events such as the Signing of the Ulster Covenant; the First World War; the Easter Rising; the rise of the Labour Movement; Universal Male and Limited Women’s Suffrage; War of Independence; Civil War and Partition.

The NI Executive is bringing forward an inclusive programme to mark these events and increase the understanding of our shared history

As the years ahead provide an opportunity to connect the different anniversaries as part of an interlocking and shared history, the NI Executive is bringing forward an inclusive programme to mark these and increase understanding of our shared history. By looking at the historical facts, and recognising that different perspectives exist then and now, it is thought that young and old alike can gain a better understanding of who we are and of the causes and consequences of our intertwined past.

The 1912-22 centenaries are not just a catalogue of separate events.

The decade was shaped by ideas and global movements about nationalism, unionism, empire and liberty. By remembering this period we explore not only local history but global perspectives and events which shape society today.

European Heritage Open Days 2012 provides an opportunity to pilot innovative ways to tell the stories and different interpretations behind these historic events. Full details and links to further information is available on the EHOD website.

Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure

Join us on a treasure trail

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his year we have seven new maritime themed treasure trails for you to enjoy with friends and family.

A Treasure Trail can best be described as a cross between a quiz and a guided walk, and has been compared to a giant game of Cluedo.

Trailers complete a trail in their own time and at their own pace, following the directions around the best historic and scenic sights of a location. Each Trail has clues to solve, and the answer to each clue can be found on a plaque, monument, building, etc.

The trails can be downloaded from www.discovernorthernireland.com/ehod but two are included in this brochure to give you a taster!

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irtual Visit tours allow the potential visitor to literally jump into the picture and stand where the photographer stood, see and experience what they did and discover places they may never have seen......or rediscover old favourites.

Donaghadee Pier

Join us in some of the properties open for this year’ s European Heritage Open Days including Titanic’s Dock and Pump House and Donaghadee Pier, in keeping with our maritime theme. We hope the interactive panoramic images inspire you to visit some of the properties and illustrate and immerse you in a unique and interactive experience....a virtual prelude to the realworld experience that awaits you.

Follow the process on our Facebook Page as we head out and about to capture the 360° immersive photographs. We will be posting teasers along the way of where we are.

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308 PLACES TO GO AND THINGS TO DO, THROUGHOUT NORTHERN IRELAND AND EVEN MORE AVAILABLE ONLINE SEVENTY Places to go and things to do in Belfast

SIXTY Places to go and things to do in County Antrim

THIRTY EIGHT Places to go and things to do in County Armagh FIFTY SIX Places to go and things to do in County Down

TWENTY FOUR Places to go and things to do in County Fermanagh THIRTY FOUR Places to go and things to do in County Derry

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TWENTY SIX Places to go and things to do in County Tyrone

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The City Hall, built in Baroque style, stands in the centre of the city. Its dome has been part of the skyline since 1906. The exterior is in Portland Stone and the splendid interior is embellished with Italian marble and elaborate plasterwork. Bobbin Coffee Shop open 11am - 4pm.

Directions: Entrance by rear gates only

Central Belfast, Belfast, Town Parks, BT1

A walking tour of some of the main Commercial and Institutional Buildings of the Victorian and Edwardian periods by prolific Belfast architects Young and MacKenzie, a versatile firm which was active for well over a century from c.1860. Led by Dr Paul Harron.

Directions: Meet at Victoria Memorial Statue at front of Belfast City Hall.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 4pm Tours 11am, 12noon, 2pm & 3pm lasts 1 hour

Sun 11am - 4pm. Tours 11am, 12noon, 2pm & 3pm lasts 1 hour

Victoria Square Urban Design Walk

Opening Times: Sat Tour starts at 2:30pm and lasts for 2 hours Sun No Tour Booking is essential, telephone 028 9054 3022

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Tour/Guided Walk Tick off your visits

17 Donegall Square North, Town Parks, BT1 5GB

Join Dr. Ken Sterrett of the Institute of Spatial and Environmental Planning at Queen's University for an enjoyable meander through one of the best known "modern buildings" in Northern Ireland - Victoria Square. Ken will enlighten those attending with his analysis of the urban design of the centre and will leave plenty of time for shopping afterwards.

An independent subscription library founded in 1788. It is a treasure house of local history and holds renowned Irish and Local Studies collections. Tours available and a programme of events will be in place. Literary event for children at 1pm. Free tickets available.

Telephone 028 9032 1707

Directions: Walk departs from Arthur

beside Co-operative Bank.

Square, Belfast City Centre.

Opening Times: Sat Tour starts at 2pm and lasts 1 hour Sun Tour starts at 2pm and lasts 1 hour

Directions: Opposite Belfast City Hall, Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 4pm Tours at 12pm and 2pm.

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Architecture Walking Tour

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Join our experienced tour guides as they bring the story of Belfast to life. For these special tours during European Heritage Open Days, we select some highlights from our regular architectural tours of Belfast.

St Malachy’s is a Tudor Revival building featuring a fine fan vaulted ceiling, a rich colourful sanctuary and a stunning altarpiece

by Felix Piccione. This is an opportunity to see the award winning recent scheme of restoration.

23 May Street, Town Parks, BT1 4NA

Directions: Fountain Street, between the

Directions: From the left of the City Hall go

Directions: Opposite Ross's auction rooms at

PLACE, 40 Fountain Street, Townparks, BT1 5EE

back entance of Boots and Waterstones.

Opening Times: Sat 11am Tour lasts 1.5 hours Sun 11am Tour lasts 1.5 hours.

Booking essential. Book online at http://go.placeni.org/EHOD or telephone 028 9023 2524

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 5pm Sun 2pm - 4:30pm

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Built in 1869 and foundation stone laid by Sir Charles Lanyon MP. The hall remains in use to over 100 lodges and Donegall Masonic Club. Both Lanyon and Donegall were Provincial Grand Masters.

Directions: Prominent 4 storey building in Arthur Square at the corner of Ann Street.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm. Tours every hour

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Great Victoria Street, Town Parks, BT2 7AQ

This Victorian theatre was designed by renowned theatre architect Frank Matcham and opened its door on 23rd December 1895.

The theatre has continued to play a key role in the life of the city since then with a varied programme of drama, musicals, ballet, opera and family shows. The building is fully accessible with lifts to the third floor. Please let the theatre know in advance regarding any specific access needs.

Directions: At the Grosvenor Road corner of Great Victoria Street.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 2pm Tours at 10.30am & 12noon.

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19 Arthur Square, Town Parks, BT1 4FF

commencing at 11am

corner of Alfred Street.

Tours can be arranged by telephoning 028 9032 1713

Freemason's Hall

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down Adelaide Street and take second street on the left.

May Street Presbyterian Church is a rare Belfast example of a Georgian building still being used for its original purpose.

The Church, with its impressive frontage, was opened in 1829 and continues to reach out to the city. Refreshments available.

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PLACE, 40 Fountain Street, Town Parks, BT1 5EE To kick off the weekend, join us for a free lunchtime event at PLACE, in which local experts discuss the legacy of modern architecture in Ulster and consider what new architecture is on the horizon.

Free refreshments provided.

Directions: On pedestrianised Fountain

Street, just off Donegall Square in Belfast City Centre.

Opening Times: Fri 7th 1pm

Sun Not Open Booking essential. Book online at go.placeni.org/EHOD or telephone 028 9023 2524

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Belfast City Centre

Broadcasting House, with its distinctive curved façade and art-deco design, was opened in May 1941. It is the BBC's main production centre in Northern Ireland. Visitors can see BBC NI's radio and television studios and learn more about the building's history and the work of its staff.

Directions: On the corner of Ormeau Avenue

and Dublin Road.

Opening Times: Sat Tours on the hour from 10am - 3pm.

Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022 Sun Tours on the hour from 11.30am - 3.30pm. Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

This guided tour through the Linen Conservation Area will explore Belfast’s linen heritage through the warehouses and factories built when the linen industry was at its height and also through the lives of ordinary people, their domestic housing, churches, schools and public baths. Attention will also be given to the types of building stone used and its current condition.

The Ulster Hall is a 150 year old working concert hall. Recently refurbished it contains several art and heritage galleries, a cafe and performance space which is currently home to the Ulster Orchestra.

Directions: Situated on Bedford Street just

Directions: Meet at Charlotte Street car park, Ormeau Avenue.

Opening Times: Sat Tour starts at 11am and ends at 12 noon Sun Tour starts at 11am and ends at 12 noon.

Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Belfast Bred

Hidden History - the Past under Belfast’s Streets

two blocks south of Donegall Square and the City Hall.

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 5pm. Tours start at 9.30am and last half an hour.

Sun 10am - 4pm. Tours start at 10.30am and last half an hour.

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Belfast City Centre Kabosh Theatre’s award winning ‘Belfast Bred’ walking tour with a difference. Discover the city’s fascinating culinary history in the company of Barney, a chef from RMS Titanic and you’ll sample some great Belfast food along the way! Part of the Arts Council N.I programme - See p4. Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Directions: Tour starts at Sawers Deli Fountain Centre, BT1 6ES.

Opening Times: Sat Starts at 10.15am Sun Not Open

City Hall, BT1 5GB

The tour will give an insight into the 800 years of history and archaeology of the settlement at Belfast that lie buried beneath Belfast’s streets and what they tell us about how the city developed.

Directions: Tour begins and finishes from the gates in front of Belfast City Hall, Donegall Square (facing Donegall Place).

Opening Times: Sat No Tour

Sun Tours at 11am & 2pm, lasting approximately one and half hours.

Starting at PLACE, Town Parks, BT1 5EE Meet at PLACE on Friday 7th Sept at 2pm for a guided bus tour organised by Belfast Civic Trust - including Queen's Quarter, St Peter's Cathedral, City Hall, Clifton House, St Anne's Cathedral and Stormont.

Booking is essential, telephone 028 9023 2524.

Directions: PLACE is in Fountain Street, between the back entrances of Boots and Waterstones.

Opening Times: Fri 7th Tour at 2pm Sat - Sun 8th and 9th - No Bus Tour.

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The Mac

War Memorial Gallery

University of Ulster

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Exchange Street West, Town Parks, BT1 2NJ

University of Ulster, 25-51 York Street, Town Parks, BT1 1ED

21 Talbot Street, Town Parks, BT1 2LD

The MAC is Belfast's brand new arts venue - selecting, creating and mixing up music, theatre, dance and art. The MAC includes 2 theatres, 3 art galleries, 1 cafe & bar and much more. The guided tour is by the MAC's architects - Hall McKnight Architects.

Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

A display of what life was like on and off duty for the US Forces in NI during WW2.

Includes GIs in uniform, walking out suits, pin-ups, GI's Handbook, film "A Letter from Ulster" and Pathe News reels. Hourly talks on both days. Children badge making and American style food available. Part of the Living History programme. See p5.

Directions: The MAC is in Saint Anne's

Directions: Off Donegall Street, beside Belfast Cathedral.

down Donegall Place and Royal Avenue past the junction to Donegall Street. The University is on the right hand side.

Opening Times: Sat 10:30am - 4:30pm Sun 10:30am - 4:30pm

Opening Times: Sat Tour starts at 1pm and lasts 1 hour Sun Tour starts at 1pm and lasts 1 hour

Square (right behind St. Anne's Cathedral and beside the University of Ulster). Main entrance is off the square, but you can also enter via Exchange Street West.

Opening Times: Sat 10am until late Sun 10am - 7pm. Tour on both days

Gain an insight into the world of the Art and Design college at University of Ulster - see around the design studios and get a guided tour by Todd Architects. Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Directions: From City Hall continue straight

starts at 1pm.

Titanic - Made in Belfast

The Maritime Archaeology of the Northern Irish coastline

The Temple of the Winds, Mount Stewart

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Monuments and Building Record, Waterman House, 5-33 Hill Street, Town Parks, BT1 2LA

Titanic Made in Belfast. A talk about the idea behind The Olympic class lines, how and why they were built, whose idea was it.

Specifications of the gigantic ships and the materials used in building them. The men behind the ships and their involvement in the design and their construction, especially Titanic.

Directions: From High Street turn into

Skipper Street and then straight ahead into Hill Street. Waterman House is the blue building on the right opposite the Black Box.

Opening Times: Fri 7th Talk starts at 12pm. Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Sat Not Open Sun Not Open

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Monuments and Buildings Record, Waterman House, 5-33 Hill Street, Town Parks, BT1 2LA

Talk by Thomas McErlean. Our local coastline and seabed possesses fascinating archaeology spanning 10,000 years. With recent research we are discovering more of the story of man’s interaction with the sea in the past.

The lecture will cover the main discoveries which have been made along our coast.

Directions: From High Street turn into

Skipper Street and then straight ahead into Hill Street. Waterman House is the blue building on the right opposite the Black Box.

Opening Times: Fri 7th Talk starts at 2pm. Booking essential,

telephone 028 9054 3022.

Sat Not Open Sun Not Open

Monuments and Buildings Record, Waterman House, 5-33 Hill Street, Town Parks, BT1 2LA

A talk by Terence Reeves-Smyth on The Temple of the Winds, Mount Stewart.

Directions: From High Street turn into

Skipper Street and then straight ahead into Hill Street. Waterman House is the blue building on the right opposite the Black Box.

Opening Times: Fri 7th Talk starts at 4pm. Booking essential,

telephone 028 9054 3022.

Sat Not Open Sun Not Open

Parish Church of St George

1st Presbyterian Church

Central Library

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105 High Street, Town Parks, BT1 2AG

The site of Belfast's first church. Worship has taken place here for over 1000 years. The present building by John Bowden of Dublin opened in 1816 and is a fine Georgian example of its genre. The chancel of 1882 is very finely decorated. Tea / Coffee available.

Directions: on High Street beside the Albert

41 Rosemary Street, Town Parks, BT1 1QB

Royal Avenue, Town Parks, BT1 1EA

The Library is a fine example of a Victorian public building with a portico entrance. The highlight of the interior is a domed first floor reading room with delicate plasterwork detail.

The top floors features two galleries with glass vaulting.

Opened on 1 June 1783, the church is the oldest in Belfast. It was designed by Roger Mulholland in a radical elliptical style.

It contains fine memorial windows that were repaired following bomb damage in the 1970s.

Directions: At the top of Royal Avenue next

Directions: North side of Rosemary Street

Clock and facing The Merchant Hotel.

Opening Times: Sat 10:30am - 4pm Sun 2pm - 4pm

to the Belfast Telegraph.

(off Royal Aveune) and opposite rear entrance of TK Maxx.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun 10am - 4pm. (Service at 10.30am.

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 4:30pm Tour at 11.30am and last 45 minutes

Sun Not Open

Visitors Welcome)

Townsend Street Presbyterian Church

Victorian Corridor - Royal Victoria Hospital

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32 Townsend Street, Town Parks, BT13 2ES

Grosvenor Road, Town Parks, BT12 6BA

Built in 1876-8 to the designs of Young and MacKenzie. French Romanesque in style with triple doorways and a distinctive gable between pyramidal roofs. Galleried interior with Tower of Glass windows. Regular tours. Rolling recital on the Hunter Organ.

The Victorian corridor has been developed as a heritage area showing the history of the hospital from its opening in 1903. Included are photographs of nurses and doctors, original architect drawings and marble entablature which record the benefactors of the hospital.

Directions: Approaching either from Peters

Directions: To access the Victorian corridor

Hill or Divis Street, the church is at the centre of the street.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm Sun 2pm - 6pm

go to the main entrance of the Royal Victoria Hospital and follow the signs. Please park in the hospital car park.

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 3pm Sun Not Open

Royal Victoria Hospital, Grosvenor Road, Town Parks, BT12 6BA

The engine house and plenum airconditioning system were designed for the hospital when it opened in 1903. The whole mechanism, including the steam engines, huge fan and 500 feet duct, and can be viewed in full working order.

Directions: The engine house is adjacent to the Emergency Department at RVH. Please park in the hospital car park.

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 3pm Sun Not Open

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Carlisle Memorial Church Young Peoples' Perspectives

Clifton House Heritage Centre

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2 North Queen Street, Town Parks, BT15 1EQ

82-84 Clifton Street, Town Parks, BT13 1AB

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St Patrick's School, 193-195 Donegall Street, Town Parks, BT1 2FL

Belfast Orange Hall

Clifton House was completed in 1774 by the Belfast Charitable Society as the poor house providing a base for their work with the poor and needy. Access to the Heritage Centre will include entrance hall, main staircase and Boardroom.

This exhibition, funded by the RIBA and inspired by the BBPT, provides a visual account of Carlisle Memorial Church's significance and documents its subsequent demise. The exhibition showcases drawings and the future potential of the building from a youth perspective.

Directions: North of the city centre, located

Directions: Located adjacent to St. Patrick's

at the junction of Clifton Street and North Queen Street. Clifton Street exit off Westlink.

Church, Donegall Street, near junction with Millfield; accessed via Clifton Street exit from Westlink (A12).

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 1pm Sun Not Open

Crumlin Road Gaol

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 4.30pm Sun 2pm - 4.30pm. On both days - 1st tour at 2pm or as visitors arrive and each subsequent tour will last approx 45 minutes.

Directions: From the Westlink throuh

Belfast take the Clifton Street turn off, the Orange Hall is immediately at the exits from this slip road.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm. Tours at 10:30am, 12noon, 2pm and 3:30pm and last 1 hour

Sun Not Open

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The Headquarters of the Belfast County Orange Lodge, incorporating a museum and general history of the reformed faith in Ireland.

A volunteer will accompany visitors through the hall giving a brief history of the building and people who have used it. Refreshments available.

Cliftonville Moravian Church

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Crumlin Road, Town Parks, BT14

1843-5 with additions 1849-50. By Charles Lanyon in Italian Renaissance Mannerist style. Laid out on the model of London’s Pentonville prison with ranges radiating from a central hall.

Directions: Coming from city centre on the

right hand side of Crumlin Road opposite the former courthouse.

Opening Times: Sat Tour times to be

confirmed.

Sun Tour times to be confirmed, Booking is essential, telephone 028 9054 3022 for further information and tickets.

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30b Cliftonville Road, Town Parks, BT14 6JY Originally built by Thomas Jackson in the 1830s as three houses in Greek Revival style, Clifton Villas was restored by Hearth Housing Association in 1986 as six flats. It has recently been retrofitted to achieve high standards of insulation without compromising its historic character.

Directions: Approximately 500 yards along

the Cliftonville Road from its junction with the Antrim Road, and opposite Belfast Royal Academy.

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 4pm Sun 2pm - 4pm

Oldpark Road, Old Park, BT14 6QF Giffnock sandstone and brick church, built in 1909 to designs of James St John Phillips in a Gothic style. It was damamged during air raids in 1941. There will be a historical display and refreshments will be available.

Directions: On the Oldpark Road,

between Cliftonville Circus and Cliftonville Police Station.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 1pm - 4pm

Belfast Castle

Graymount House

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The Belfast Barge

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Antrim Road, Low-wood, BT15 5GR 1868-70. A Scottish Baronial building by Lanyon, Lynn and Lanyon. Exterior staircase added in 1894. Self guided tours are available on both days depending on weddings and functions, tel 028 9077 6925 for further information.

70 Whitewell Road, Green Castle, BT36 7ES Now Hazelwood College, erected originally in c1835 for William Gray, a linen merchant by Thomas Jackson, Architect. A Regency house with neo-Classical detailing.

Directions: From Shore Road turn into

Directions: On the Antrim Road. Follow

Whitewell Road.

signs via Innisfayle Road to the castle.

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 6pm Sun 9am - 6pm

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 1pm Sun Not Open

1 Lanyon Quay, Belfast, Town Parks, BT1 3LG

The Belfast Barge is Belfast's only floating maritime museum featuring the great history of the River Lagan and the stories of the shipyards and docks as told by men and women who worked there through our interactive exhibition space.

Directions: The Belfast Barge is moored on

the River Lagan, behind the Waterfront Hall, Oxford Street.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm. Tour lasts 30 minutes Sun 10am - 4pm. Tour lasts 30 minutes.

Talk on Sunday at 1pm.

Titanic Sightseeing Speedboat Tours/Sea Safari

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The Titanic Tour

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Belfast Harbour Marina, 2 Queen’s Quay, Ballymacarret, BT3 9QQ

A thrilling Belfast sightseeing boat tour of Titanic’s Shipyard and Harbour. Highlights of the tour include the famous shipyard cranes, Samson & Goliath, an opportunity to get up close to where RMS Titanic first went afloat, and the chance to track the route Titanic took when she left Belfast harbour. Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Directions: Rear of Odyssey Complex.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun Tour starts at 12 noon and lasts 50 mins

2 Titanic Boulevard, Queens Island, BT3 9HQ

The Public Records Office of Northern Ireland (PRONI) is the official archive for Northern Ireland. PRONI will be providing a series of talks and tours unlocking the secrets of the archives. Current exhibition: Change, Conflict & Transformation is on display.

Directions: PRONI is approximately 1 and a half miles from Belfast City Hall. Cross Queens Bridge and keep left, passing the Odyssey Arena on your left. Pass through the junction and Titanic Boulevard is on the left immediately after the Citibank building.

PRONI is on the left hand side. There are a number of pay car parks in the area.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun Not Open

Lagan Weir, Town Parks, BT1 3EA

Titanic Boat Tours sail around the historic Harland & Wolff shipyards to the famous Titanic sites around Belfast Harbour where Titanic was concieved, designed, built and launched in Belfast and .... as they proudly say locally 'She was alright when she left here'!!

Directions: Meet at the Big Fish beside the

Lagan Lookout. Please dress appropriately in the case of bad weather.

Opening Times: Sat Tour at 11.30am. Booking is essential, telephone 028 9054 3022. Further tours available but normal charges apply.

Sun No EHOD event. Normal tour charges will apply.

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Photographic Titanic Walking Tour

Titanic's Dock and Pump House

SS Nomadic - Dockside Talk

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Belfast City Centre

Capture historic and contemporary architecture with guidance from a leading photographic expert from Belfast Exposed contemporary photographic gallery. Part of the Arts Council N.I programme - See p4.

Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Directions: Tour will start from Seafarers’

Centre Dock Street and end at the Thompson Dry Dock.

Opening Times: Sat Tour starts at 2pm Sun Not Open

Northern Ireland Science Park, Queens Road, Queens’s Island, BT3 9DT

Hamilton Dock, Queen's Road, Queen’s Island, BT3 9DT

The dry-dock where RMS Titanic was fitted out including the Pump-House that still contains the pumps that operated the dock. This dry-dock is Titanic's physical foot print and is a direct connection to the world's most famous ship. Please note that access is restricted. Booking is essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Directions: One mile from the Odyssey.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun 10am - 4pm

The Nomadic was built by Harland and Wolff, Belfast. She was launched on 25 April 1911 and was delivered to the White Star Line on 27 May. Nomadic ferried 1st and 2nd class passengers from Cherbourg to Titanic on her ill-fated maiden voyage to New York.

As the last floating link to the White Star Line, she is also the last accessible maritime link to Titanic. The ship is currently being restored and access will be restricted to the Hamilton Dock. Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Directions: Nomadic is located off the

Queen's Road Belfast, adjacent to the Titanic Belfast building. Access is via the slip road from Queen's Road to Titanic Belfast.

Opening Times: Sat Talk starts at 11am and lasts 30 minutes. Sun Not Open Sinclair Seaman's Presbyterian Church

Belfast Harbour Commissioners Office

Wastewater Heritage Centre

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Corporation Square, Town Parks, BT1 3AJ

Built in 1856 as memorial to John Sinclair, the church is L shaped having seats for 50 sailors.

It has bell tower with arch over to church.

HMS Hood bell.

Directions: From City Hall go down

Chichester Street, turn left into Victoria Street, pass Albert Clock onto Dunbar Link, turn right at traffic lights on to Corporation Street, Church is on right side under M3 bridge.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun 1pm - 5pm

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Corporation Square, Town Parks, BT1 3AL

Italianate design of George Smith, built in 1852 with Maritime History containing many artworks, sculptures and stained glass windows.

Featuring 'The Titanic Table'. Part of the Arts Council N.I programme - See P4.

Directions: Off Corporation Street next door to Sinclair Seaman's Church.

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm Sun 1pm - 5pm

121 Duncrue Street, Low-wood Intake, BT3 9AR

The history of Belfast's Sewage System from Victorian to present day. Self guided tour of the original Victorian Buildings (1888), Belfast's main sewage treatment works.

Barrington pump and screening machine (1906) by SS Stott & Sons in working order.

Interactive exhibitions.

Directions: Take the M2 from Belfast, go

off at Fortwilliam roundabout, take the right hand exit for Duncrue, take first on the right at 'Portside Inn', follow Duncrue Road to its end. Turn left into Duncrue Street, at the roundabout go straight ahead, as the road splits take the right into the Heritage Waste Water Centre.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 2pm Sun 10am - 2pm

The Moat

Templemore Avenue Baths

St Mark's Church Dundela

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8 Moatlands, Old Holywood Road, Ballymaghan, BT4 2HN

The Moat was a merchant's mansion designed in 1862 by the architect W J Barre. It has a full height bay window and an entrance portico.

The Moat was converted into apartments in 1938 and restored in 2008. There will be slide show and talk on the restoration of the building through out the day .

Directions: On the Old Holywood Road,

Templemore Avenue, Ballymacarrett, BT5 4FW

Victorian baths and swimming pools, opened in 1893. One of four, Templemore is the only one remainning open to the public for swimming and leisure. As the majority of local housing had no baths, Templemore served this basic need.

Directions: Situated at the lower part

of Templemore Avenue between the Newtownards Road and Albertbridge Road.

Moatlands is on the left hand side after Finchley Park.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 4pm Sun Not Open

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 4pm Sun Not Open

217 Holywood Road, Strandburn, BT4 2DH

This imposing sandstone building is the only Parish Church in Ireland designed by the celebrated Victorian architect Sir William Butterfield. Sometimes referred to as the 'CS Lewis church' it has close links to the renowned Christian writer. Visitors can borrow a laminated guide should they choose to explore unaccompanied, these include French and German translations. Free light refreshments available.

Directions: Located on the main Holywood Road, East Belfast.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm. Guided Tours on the hour commencing at 10am. Last tour 3pm.

Sun 1pm - 4pm. Guided Tours on the hour commencing at 1pm. Last tour 3pm.

The Strand Cinema

Belmont Tower

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156 Holywood Road, Ballyhackamore, BT4 1NY

Built in 1935 and has been styled in Art Deco when refurbished in 1999. Still remains open as a four screen cinema.

Directions: At the corner of the Holywood and Belmont Roads.

Opening Times: Sat 1.30pm - 10pm Sun 1:30pm - 10pm. Visitors will need to work around cinema showings.

Please telephone 028 9065 5830 for times to visit.

Stormont Castle

82 Belmont Church Road, Strandtown, BT4 3FG Belmont Tower is a gothic revival late Victorian listed building with prominent bell tower which is a landmark in the area.

Restored by Old Belmont School Preservation Trust and now operating as a unique venue for functions, meetings, seminars and exhibitions.

Refreshments can be purchased in our coffee shop. Profits go to the Old Belmont School Preservation Trust.

Directions: At the corner of Belmont Road

Stormont Estate, Ballymiscaw, BT4 3TT

The original house was erected around 1830 and enlarged in 1858. Further works were indertaken in the 1920's and the 1960's. There has also been some recent restoration.

Directions: Vehicular access by Massey Avenue.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun 10am - 4pm. Guided tours throughout both days. Last entry 3pm.

and Belmont Church Road, half mile from Campbell College on A55 ring road, or half mile from Strand Cinema on Holywood Road.

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Clue 1 Searching the main memorial, where did the maiden voyage of the Titanic start from?

Belfast Titanic Trail Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to obtain the access code to prevent the destruction of the River Lagan flood barrier. You will have to use all your skills, knowledge and powers of deduction to prevent the detonation of the valuable asset, get your walking shoes on and get going.

Write all answers to each clue in the combination box to gain the access code.

Clue 2 What was the surname of the only doctor from Belfast to have lost his life on the Titanic?

Walk to the opposite side of Belfast City Hall to Donegal Square West, exit the gates and turn right. Close to the Scottish Provident building, cross over to Donegal Square North using the traffic lights.

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Searching the Big Fish, what name is associated with the tonic digestive pills? You will need to look closely to find this.

Facing Custom House Square turn right then left walking towards Donegal Quay. Crossing over at the traffic lights locate the Big Blue Fish.

Clue 7

High above the local bank, identify the job of the United Irishman located on the blue plaque.

Locate the front entrance steps to Custom House. What was the surname of the novelist who lived here until 1882

Facing the clue turn right, following the path along Donegal Square North keeping City Hall to your right.

Once you arrive at Donegal Place cross to the opposite side with safety in mind.

Facing the clue turn right and then left back into Waring Street. Continue walking to the junction of Victoria Street. With safety in mind cross over at the lights, following Waring Street to Custom House Square.

Clue 4

Locate the copper panels linked to the Titanic. Close by you will discover a panel in the ground.

What was the tonnage of the Titanic?

Walk up the steps, turn right and continue walking to the opposite side of the River Lagan. Locate the information panel with reference to Queen’s Quay.

Clue 9

Only one of the two magnificent cranes names will fit into the answer box.

Facing the clue turn left, keeping the River Lagan to your left start walking towards the Odyssey.

Clue 10 Looking down at your feet, locate the plaque seen in the picture. What date is linked to the discovery of the Britannic by Jacques Cousteau?

Clue 6 Continue walking, crossing over with safety in mind at Castle Place passing Primark until you reach Castle Court on your left. Turn right into Rosemary Street and locate the Presbyterian Church.

Locate the tiled information panel seen in the picture close by. Searching the centre, find little Italy then go right 3 and up 10. What date can you find here?

Clue 5 In what year was this church rebuilt?

Walking along Rosemary Street to the junction of Bridge Street; safely cross over both lanes into Waring Street.

Walk along Waring Street until you find the Merchant Hotel.

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Continue walking along the pathway to the rear of the Odyssey complex and locate the panel with reference to Queen’s Island.

Clue 11

What was established here in 1856?

You have now completed the Belfast Titanic Trail

Finish

Clue 15

Cross off the shaded letters and numbers in the Combination Box. This will reveal the remaining characters that form the code. Now that you have completed this mission feel free to explore the area further before continuing home.

What is the surname of the artist found here?

With safety in mind, cross over to the front entrance to the Titanic museum.

Locate the statue seen in the picture.

COMBINATION BOX Clue 1 Clue 2 Clue 3 Clue 4

Clue 14

How many homes were damaged during the 1941 blitz?

Clue 5 Clue 6 Clue 7

Start walking towards the Titanic museum, crossing over the lock gates then passing the SS Nomadic.

Keeping the road to your right locate the panel with reference to Harland & Wolff shipyard.

Clue 8 Clue 9 Clue 10 Clue 11 Clue 12

Clue 13

Looking around you and using your powers of observation, what is the last remaining vessel with a link to the Titanic?

With your back to the Odyssey complex and facing the new Titanic museum walk towards the model of the Titanic.

Clue 12

Progress was halted here in 1854 by what war?

Continue walking along the path keeping the Odyssey to your right.

Passing the marina you will discover another information panel with reference to the Abercorn Basin.

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Parliament Buildings

Netherleigh House

Lyric Theatre

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Massey Avenue, Ballmaghan, BT4 2JP

Stormont Estate, Ballymiscaw, BT4 0LQ

Designed by Sir Arnold Thornely and opened in 1932, Parliament Buildings is home to the Northern Ireland Assembly. Take a look into the corridors of power, have hospitality in the Long Gallery, visit the library and take a guided tour to discover its fascinating history.

See Northern Ireland Assembly website for further details: www.niassembly.gov.uk.

The Stormont Estate is home to a children's play park.

A handsome Victorian villa built c1875 by Mr Robinson of Bank Buildings fame. Attributed to Lanyon, Lynn and Lanyon on stylistic grounds. Now offices for the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment.

Directions: Second gateway on left past Castlehill Road.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm. Guided tours throughout the day.

Directions: Vehicular access via Massey

55 Ridgeway Street, Belfast, BT9 5FB The new state-of-the-art Lyric theatre project has just been completed for audiences at home and abroad to enjoy. Built in a stunning blend of ‘Belfast’ brick, Iroko wood, glass and steel, the new theatre will be alive and dramatic at all times. Spacious lobbies and bars overlooking the river with a inspirational artistic programme makes the theatre a social hub. Pre booking is essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Directions: From Belfast city centre take B23

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Avenue only. Disabled access tel 028 9052 1975. Pedestrian access also via Prince of Wales Gate.

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University Road and then a slight left onto Stranmillis Road. Turn left on to Ridgeway Street. Destination will be on the left.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 3pm Sun 10pm - 3pm. Guided tours throughout

Opening Times: Sat Tour at 10am Sun Tour at 10am

both days. Last tour 3pm

Campbell College

The Fading Beauties of the Lisburn Road

Stranmillis House and Grounds

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Belmont Road, Ballycloghan, BT4 2ND

Founded in 1894 through the benevolence of Henry James Campbell, a wealthy linen merchant. Designed by W H Lynn in Tudor Revival idiom on site of former Belmont House.

Directions: Entrance at main gate lodge at Belmont Road roundabout.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 1pm Sun Not Open

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Elmwood Avenue, Lisburn Road, Malone Lower, BT9 6AG

This geo-monumental route provides an alternative angle on the stylish hustle and bustle of the Lisburn Road in which the set in stone listed buildings will be in the limelight Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Directions: Meeting and starting point at

the corner of Elmwood Avenue-Lisburn Road End (Corner at Starbucks)

Opening Times: Sat 12pm Tour lasts 2-3 hours Sun 2pm Tour lasts 2-3 hours

Stranmillis Road, Malone Lower, BT9 5DY

The Stranmillis estate comprises 46 acres of woodland, meadow and historic gardens. Once part of the Donegall Deer Park, it includes an Irish ring-fort, a Plantation Castle and the Victorian Stranmillis House, built by Lanyon and Lynn for a Belfast Banker. Stranmillis House does not have disabled access.

Refreshments available.

Directions: At Stranmillis roundabout:

entrance into Stranmillis University College (Parking available)

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm Sun 2pm - 5pm. Guided tours on both days

Moravian Church

First Church of Christ, Scientist

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University Road, Malone Lower, BT7 1NA Constructed in 1887 this church moved from Sandy Row in 1871 and was originally planted by members of Kilwarlin Moravian church.

Disabled access and facilities including a lift up to the church. History exhibition, art exhibition, guided tours and refreshments available.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 4pm Sun 1pm - 5pm

Crescent Arts Centre

Directions: At the junction of Rugby Road

Directions: Between Upper and Lower

1885-87. Architect: John Bennie Wilson of Glasgow. The church "takes advantage of a splendid site on the slopes of the Malone ridge" (Brett). The campanile is a landmark in the university area.

Crescents.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun Not Open

Great Hall

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 12noon & 2pm - 4pm Sun 2:30pm - 4:30pm.

Ballynafeigh Orange Hall

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2-4 University Road, Malone Lower, BT7 INH The multi award-winning Crescent Arts Centre, founded in 1980, is situated in the Queens Conservation Area in the former Victoria College on University Road. This 1873, Grade B plus listed building, underwent a 7.2 million pound refurbishment from 20082010 and now plays host to over 200 artsrelated classes a week and many forms of live entertainment.

Avenue, on the corner of Lower Crescent and University Road.

6 University Road, Malone Lower, BT7 1NH

and University Avenue. At the rear of Union Theological College.

Road and Univeristy Road next to King William Park.

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2-4 University Avenue, Malone Lower, BT7 1GY Built in 1936 to designs of Clough Williams Ellis. White painted church and ancillary buildings with an interesting interior. A set piece by the architect of Portmeirion and Cushendun village. Light refreshments.

Directions: At the junction of the Lisburn

Directions: 5 minutes walk from Botanic

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Queen's University, University Road, Malone Lower, BT7 INN Designed by Charles Lanyon and opened by Queen Victoria in 1848, Queen's Univeristy Belfast is one of the finest buildings on this island. The silhouette of the Lanyon Building is widely recognised as one of the symbols of the city of Belfast. Young people welcome on guided tours and cafe facilities available around the campus.

Directions: University Road, Lanyon

413 Ormeau Road, Ballynafoy, BT7 3GP A working Orange Hall which has 125 years of history of the Protestant community on the Ormeau Road including photo's, minute books and banners. Refreshments available.

Directions: 413 Ormeau Road, Belfast.

Opening Times: Sat 10:30am - 4:30pm. Tours commence on the hour and last 25 minutes.

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Building on left just past University Square and opposite QUB student's union.

Opening Times: Opening Times: Sat 11am - 4pm Sat 10am - 6pm Sun 11am - 4pm. Tour starts at 12 noon Sun 10am - 6pm. Tours on both days at 11am, lasting 1 hour 2pm and 4pm and lasts 45 minutes

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511a Ormeau Road, Ballynafoy, BT7 3GS Built in 1867 as the gate lodge of the Good Shepherd Convent, the building lay derelict for over 35 years. After careful restoration, Belfast Building Preservation Trust opened it as its headquarters in 2010.

Directions: At the top of Ormeau Road.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 1pm Sun Not Open

5 Elmwood Avenue, Malone Lower, BT9 6AZ

100 Botanic Avenue, Malone Lower, BT7 1JR

Directions: At Lisburn Road end of

Directions: From Botanic station head

1896, architect Walter Planck of London.

An Anglican style Gothic building modelled on Croyland Abbey in Lincolnshire. Built and occupied by a congregation with a Presbyterian background. Tours provided, organ recitals, crafts in church hall and exhibition of photographs.

Elmwood Avenue above City Hospital entrance.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 2pm Sun 1pm - 4pm

Lock Keeper's Cottage and Lock No 3

Knockbreda Mausolea and Graveyard

towards Botanic Gardens on Botanic Avenue.

The house is on the corner of Botanic Avenue and College Green.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm Sun Not Open

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We will look at three of Northern Ireland's finest Mausolea, carefully restored by The Follies Trust and their owner role in Belfast life; also the other interesting figures buried in the graveyard (e.g. Sir Charles Lanyon).

Directions: Opposite Belvoir Golf Club on Church Road.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun Tours at 2pm & 3pm

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College Green House is a listed Victorian House in the University area of Belfast.

100 Botanic Avenue is an own door apartment within the building which is currently available for short term holiday lets. Recently restored to a high standard by Hearth this building has lots of character.

3 Lock Keeper’s Lane, Milltown, Ballynavally, BT8 7XT

The Lock Keeper's Cottage and Lock No3 have been restored with assistance from Heritage Lottery Fund to how they would have looked in the early 20th century. Come and hear the story of the Lagan Navigation and the people who lived and worked there.

Refreshments available at Lock Keeper's Inn Cafe. See www.laganvalley.co.uk

Directions: From Shaw's Bridge past the

Hunterhouse College, Upper Lisburn Road, Finaghy, Ballyfinaghy, BT10 0LE Colinmore House was the home of Harold Barbour, a leading member of the co-operative movement in Ireland, whose grandfather founded the famous thread-linen works. Tours are available on request and refreshments available throughout the day with proceeds to Edu-kid, the college's 25th anniversary charity which supports education in Cambodian villages.

Ramada Hotel and Cooke Rugy Club turn into the car park on your left. Follow down to the lower car park beside the hockey pitch. Go through the pedestrian gate and you will arrive at lock 3.

Directions: From M1 southwards: exit

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun 10am - 4pm

Opening Times: Sat 10.30am - 4pm Sun 10:30am - 4pm

junction 3. From Belfast: after Finaghy crossroads, on left, opposite garage. From Lisburn: after Dunmurry crossroads, on right after Black's Road.

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40 Ballycraigy Road, Ballyvesey, Newtownabbey, BT36 8SX

Museum at The Mill tells the story of Mossley flax spinning mill. Through artefacts, images and archival film, you can explore the past and present of this unique heritage site, now an important cultural and civic centre. Traditional crafts activity day including patchwork demonstrations, willow weaving, pond dipping and foraging.

Sentry Hill is a 19th century farmhouse.

Its contents provide a rare insight into life in rural Ulster during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Refreshments available. Sunday Ballyduff Silver band will play in the court yard from 3pm - 4pm.

Directions: From M2, take Exit 4 to Larne

(A8). At Corr's Corner roundabout take the exit to Glengormley. Take the first road on the right (Ballycraigy Road), house is on the left.

Directions: From Sandyknowes roundabout

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm Tours begin at 11am Sun 2pm - 5pm Tours begin at 2pm. Spaces are limited, last tour on each day at 3.45pm

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 4pm Sun Not Open

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Recently restored Bawn House, which now contains an exhibition on the Williamite and Jacobite Wars in Ireland entitled 'A Tale of Three Kings' and one on the history of the building and restoration which has recently taken place.

Directions: Just past Merville Garden Village, take a right turn after Whitehouse Working Men's Club and follow the road under the railway bridge.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm Sun Not Open

take the A8 towards Larne. At the second roundabout turn right onto the Doagh Road.

Follow this road until the traffic lights and here turn right onto Carnmoney Road North.

Follow this road around to the mill entrance.

Whitehouse, Newtownabbey, BT37 9SR

A stone built cruciform church, with pinnacled tower, erected in 1840 to the design of Sir Charles Lanyon. The chancel and transepts were added later and the organ was installed in 1877. Interesting stained glass from 1850 onwards.

Directions: On the east side of the

Shore Road opposite the entrance to the Rathcoole Estate.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 2pm Sun 10am - 2pm

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Starting at Mossley Mill, a guided ride down the Newtownabbey Way visiting points of heritage interest; Monkstown and Whiteabbey Mill villages; Glenville Railway Viaducts; Estates of Wealthy Belfast Merchants; the landing place of King William's Army and the White House. Suitable for children accompanied by adults.

Directions: Meet at Mossley West Railway

Station just off B90 Doagh Road at junction with Carntall Road.

Donegore, BT41 2HW

Moyra Road, Kilbride, BT39 OSD

Directions: M2 Exit 5 Templepatrick.

Directions: North out of Doagh on

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 4pm Sun 2pm - 4pm

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm. Church and graveyard Sun 10am - 4pm. Graveyard (church by

Erected 1659, restored 1871. The interior is a simple hall and chancel with three lancet windows, the stained glass dates from 1875.

Interesting war memorials and graves. Body watcher's house in churchyard. Church recorded on this site in 14th century.

Church built in 1848 and 17th century graveyard. Church retains original features including box pews. Graves of the founder of the first Sunday School in Ireland, the founder of the Ormo Bakery and a miniature Taj Mahal.

At roundabout follow brown signs for Donegore.

Kilbride Road to crossroads turn right on to Moyra Road.

Opening Times: Sat Guided cycle ride starts at 10am lasting

arrangement 077 9068 6669)

2 - 2.5 hours. A Map of the Newtownabbey Way can be downloaded from www.newtownabbey.gov.uk Sun Not Open

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Lower Ballinderry, Ballinderry, BT28 2JS Rebuilt 1836 on the site of an earlier church of 1755. A roughcast building with round headed glazing, bellcote and organ-loft on Ionic columns. Combines with manse. Gods Acre graveyard. Talks on both days.

Directions: On the Crumlin Road between

Aghalee & Glenavy, on the left hand side in Lower Ballinderry before The New School at Ballinderry Lower.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun 12noon - 4pm

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St Catherine's Parish Church

Lower Ballinderry Road, Ballykelly, Ballinderry, BT28 2NL Fine example of a plantation 'barn' church.

Construction began in 1665 at the direction of Bishop Jeremy Taylor. It was consecrated in 1668 and restored in 1902. Today it is used for evening prayer during the summer months.

Directions: From Ballinderry crossroads,

drive towards Lower Ballinderry. Church is 3/4 of a mile from the crossroads on the left hand side.

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 4:30pm Sun Not Open

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Crumlin Road, Seacash, Killead, Aldergrove, BT29 4AQ Erected in 1712 and restored in 2003-2004.

In 1885 J J Phillips was architect for major alterations to the building. A fine Gothic revival Church with bell-cote and lych gate.

Interesting stained glass windows one by WM Morris of Westminster. Please note that ID is required to gain access to the site.

Directions: Killead Road, Access via

military base, approach from Killead Village or Randox Road.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 3pm - 5pm

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Largy Road, Gartree, Crumlin, BT29 4RU The church of random basalt has a square tower 30 feet high with four pinnacles. The tower houses a bell and also serves as the porch. The interior has pitched pine pews and the memorial plaques are to the Pakenham family. Refreshments available.

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Lough Neagh

Home of John Ballance who was born in 1839, emigrated to New Zealand and became Prime Minister of New Zealand 1891-93. Heritage site run by the Ulster New Zealand Trust.

Tea / Coffee and scones in the Tea Barn.

Directions: At Nutts Corner roundabout take Crumlin exit (A52). Fork right for Langford Lodge and straight over crossroads to end of Largy Road.

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Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 2pm - 5pm

An opportunity to visit this intriguing island and learn about its diverse history and wildlife.

All of the attractions will be explained in this fascinating tour that includes the new interpretive centre. Bring a picnic. Whilst the tour on the Island is free visitors will have to make their own way to the Island. A ferry operated by the Rams Island Heritage Project will leave from Sandy Bay Marina at 12noon.

Visit www.ramsisland.org or contact 028 9054 3022 for further details. Please note this ferry is not free of charge.

Directions: Sandy Bay Marina is South West of Crumlin.

Opening Times: Sat Tours start on the islands at approx 1pm.

Sun Tours starts on the islands at approx 1pm

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751 Antrim Road, Ballypalady, Templepatrick, BT39 OAP The last working water-driven spade mill in daily use in the British Isles. Hear the hammers, smell the grit and feel the heat of traditional spade making. Guided tours vividly capture life during the Industrial Revolution and dig up the history and culture of the humble spade. Find out the origins of the phrase 'A face as long as a Lurgan spade'.See red-hot billets of steel fashioned into spades, Listen to the thunder of the massive waterpowered trip hammer, Travel back in time to a bygone industrial era.

Directions: Patterson's Spade Mill is on the

main Antrim to Belfast Road, A6; M2 exit 4.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 4pm Sun 11am - 4pm. Open but normal charges apply

Shanes Castle, Staffordstown Road, Shanes Castle Park, Randalstown, BT41 3LD Located in a woodland setting, this cottage has a romantic fairytale appearance with irregular gables and an ornate bargeboard of trefoils and horned curls. It is believed to be a model of the forest ranger's lodge at Windsor.

Refreshments available

Directions: In Randalstown take A6

towards Toome and then the second left into Staffordstown Road. Over motorway bridge, past road on left marked Randalstown Forest and take the second lane on left. This is a long lane which passes a house on the right. Leave any gates open or closed as you find them. The cottage is at the end of this lane.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 10am - 4pm

Church Street, Town Parks, Antrim, BT41 4BA The childhood home of Alexander Irvine, who became a missionary and eventually a pastor in New York. His book "My Lady of the Chimney Corner" is a reference to his mother and a description of his boyhood in the Entry.

Directions: At the junction of Castle Way and Church Street.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun Not Open

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Antrim Castle Gardens and Clotworthy House

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Shanes Castle was built up over a period of time, starting in the 16th century and culminating in the early 19th century. It is now largely a ruin but the Nash conservatory has been beautifully restored.

See the restored buildings of Clotworthy House and follow the ongoing Heritage Lottery funded restoration of Antrim Castle Gardens with its important late 17th century and Victorian features including long canals, round pond, Pleasure Garden, Parterre and Wilderness.

Directions: Off the A6 Antrim Randalstown road.

Directions: From Antrim town centre turn

left off the A6 Antrim to Randalstown road 150 metres from the junction with the A26 for Ballymena.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun 10am - 5pm

Origami House

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 5pm Tours 2:30pm and 4pm for 30 minutes each.

Sun 12noon - 5pm Tours 2:30pm and 4pm

The Braid, Ballymena Town Hall, Museum and Arts Centre

14 Whappstown Road, Kells, Maxwells Walls, Ballymena, BT42 3NX As seen on BBC House of the Year.

Extraordinary contemporary white and glass house, designed by award winning Architect Jane Burnside. The Origami House is set in beautiful landscaped gardens on the edge of the Glens of Antrim.

Directions: Off Doagh Road, near Ross Park Hotel, Kells.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 12noon. Tour at 11am by Jane

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11 Ballymena Road, Garvaghy, Portglenone, BT44 8BL

Our Lady of Bethlehem Abbey is a Cistercian Monastery situated on the banks of the River Bann. A visit will allow you to gain an insight into the daily routine and rhythm of monastic life - silence, solitude and simplicity.

Refreshments available. Visitors are welcome to visit the religious shop and craft shop.

Directions: From Ballymena follow signs to Ahoghill (A42). Continue on through Ahoghill following signs for Portglenone (A42)

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The Grade B1 Listed Town Hall was opened in 1928 and extended in 2008 to include a regional civic centre. The guided tour gives exclusive access to the Mayor's parlour, council chamber and to the museum's collection stores.

Directions: At the junction of Linenhall and Bridge Streets.

Opening Times: Sat Tour at 2:30pm lasting 1 hour Sun Not open

Montgomery Street, Ballykennedy, Gracehill

This five-bay, two storey house of squared basalt was formerly a home for unmarried brethren. The house was built in 1819 as the result of a generous donation to the Moravian community by Miss Mary Ellen Bates.

Directions: At corner of Montgomery Street and Cennick Road in the village square.

Opening Times: Sat 12:30pm - 5pm Sun Not Open

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The Moravian village at Gracehill was established in 1746. The church, with the manse to the right and the Warden's house to the left, opened in 1765. The interior, once very plain but embellished over the years, contains a notable 'tulip' pulpit.

Come to Gracehill Conservation Area and enjoy the exciting Living History presentations throughout the afternoon. Pick up a free village guide from the school and take a self-guided tour around the settlement. Tea, coffee, home baking. Local fresh produce and crafts available at the country market in the church hall.

Directions: Take M2 from Belfast to

Directions: Take M2 from Belfast to

Opening Times: Sat 12:30pm - 5pm. Tours hourly from 1pm

Opening Times: Sat 12:30pm - 5pm Sun Not Open

Ballymena then A26 to Galgorm Ahoghill.

Ballymena then A26 to Galgorm - Ahoghill.

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Church Road, Ballykennedy, Gracehill, BT42 2NL One of the original buildings dating from 1765. Restored by Gracehill Old School Trust.

It is home to a visitor facility, restaurant, after school club, business units and a restored classroom dating from 1820. Regular showings of 'The Gracehill Story' film throughout the afternoon. Part of the Arts Council N.I and Living History programmes - See p4 and p5.

Directions: Take M2 from Belfast to Ballymena then A26 to Galgorm and Ahoghill, opposite Academy Street.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun Not Open

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A pretty little rural church, its appearance much enhanced by the numerous yew trees in the surrounding walled graveyard. Built in 1840 in blackstone with ashlar trim to the designs of Sir Charles Lanyon. Transepts and south aisle added 1870.

Directions: First right on Cullybackey Kilrea Road

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 4pm Sun 10:30am - 12:30pm

Church Street, Glebe, Ballymoney

The oldest discernable headstone dates from 1610. Among those buried here is George Hutchinson, a magistrate who brought the local United Irishmen to trial during the 1798 Rebellion. Brochure and graveyard map available at the Tourist Information Centre.

Directions: The graveyard is close to the

town centre at junction of Victoria Street, Queen Street and Church Street. Ballymoney TIC is in the former town hall, now the museum.

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 5pm Sun 9am - 5pm

Town Hall, Town Parks, Ballymoney, BT53 6BE The galleries include everything from archaeology to motorcycle racing. The diverse display includes rare finds from the Bronze Age and the Medieval period as well as exhibits associated with political upheaval.

Leaflets are available for a tour of the town.

Directions: The former town hall is a

prominent building beside the main car park in the town.

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 5pm Sun Not Open

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The new award winning Giant's Causeway Visitor Experience, designed by architect's heneghan.peng is an architecturally stunning and sustainable venue combining innovation, precision and craftsmanship to create a building that sits within the beautiful landscape. The architects will provide a guided tour as part of EHOD.

Directions: Signs to the Giant's Causeway

Talk by Thomas McErlean. From earliest times to comparatively recently the North Coast of Co Antrim had a rich and thriving coastal salmon fishery of international significance. Come and learn about the history of the salmon fishing on the north coast and visit one of the few remaining intact ice houses.

The late medieval and 17th century castle is dramatically located on the north Antrim Coast. Parts of the castle date back to the 14th century when it belonged to the MacQuillans.

It subsequently passed into ownership of the MacDonnells. Part of the Arts Council N.I and Living History programmes - See p4 and p5.

Directions: Take the Whitepark Road east

Directions: Sited beside the coast road (A2)

are clearly marked in Bushmills. Follow the Causeway Road out of Bushmills, heading west for 1 and a half miles.

from Ballintoy towards Ballycastle and park in the National Trust car park and picnic area above Carrick a Rede on the left, NB not the car park for visiting the Rope Bridge.

Opening Times: Sat Architect guided tours at 12pm and 2pm.

Opening Times: Sat Tours at 2.30pm and 3.30pm Booking is

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Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Billy Parish Church

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Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm.

Sun 10am - 6pm

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Old rectory gardens open. Refreshments in Church Hall on Haw Road.

Directions: On main Castlecat road between Dervock and Bushmills, turn into the Haw Road at the hamlet of Castlecat (Billy is signed) and Church is at the top of the Hill.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm Sun Not Open

Riverside Road, Ballylough Estate, Ballylough, Bushmills, BT57 8TP

The Drum was built in 1800 and was home to Lizzie Taggart who looked after the hens for the estate. It is a circular castellated building with interesting gothic windows and a winding staircase to a loft bedroom. Refreshments available.

Directions: From Dervock follow the road

to Derrykeighan. Stay on the main road through Derrykeighan and go through Castlecatt-Ballylough Estate. Follow the Castlecatt Road for about a mile and you will come to Riverside Road. Take the turn on the left. The Drum is about half a mile along this road.

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36 Benvarden Road, Benvardin, Dervock, BT53 6NN A long low country house separated by lawns from the River Bush. The house of c.1630 was rebuilt in 1798 by Hugh Montgomery. Enjoy walks on river bank and over the bridge as well as beautiful gardens. Tea room open.

Directions: From main Ballymoney to

Portrush Road, turn right at Ballybogey.

Follow brown tourist signs.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open

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Built in 1874 with stepped gables and ball finals, this Scottish baronial style lodge makes a fitting entrance to the Magherintemple estate. Seat of the Casement family for many years, this is an historically important and very interesting estate. Refreshments available.

Directions: Drive through Ballycastle

towards the coast road. At the seafront, with the Marine Hotel on the left, turn right at the mini roundabout. Drive straight on for about a quarter of a mile and over a bridge. Take the first left into Churchfield Road signed for Ballyvoy. The lodge is about 1 mile on the right.

Magherintemple, 51 Churchfield Road, Churchfield, Ballycastle, BT54 6PN

33 Bay Road, Cushendun, BT44 OPS Small rural hall and tower church erected in 1840 and built with local red sandstone.

Originally erected as a chapel of ease, it remains largely unaltered and enjoys a beautiful setting. Second hand and vintage book fair. Refreshments available.

Guided walks to Culfeightrin Old Church, a 15th Century ruin on the site of an earlier monastic settlement. The walk is about 1 mile - sensible footwear is essential.

Directions: Take the Glenshesk Road (B15) out of Ballycastle. First left is Churchfield Road. After 1 mile Magherintemple is on the right, through the gate-screen and past the gate-lodge.

Directions: Antrim coast Road to

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 2pm - 5pm. Tours start at 2pm, 3pm,

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm Sun 11am - 5pm

Cushendun. Church is situated adjacent to village immediately behind the beach.

Glenmona House car park.

4pm and 5pm, and last 1 hour.

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by Hearth Revolving Fund in 1992-3 and now used as an artists' residency.

Directions: At the crossways at the centre of the village.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 2pm - 5pm

Glenarm Castle, Glenarm Demesne, Glenarm, BT44 0BD

Enjoy a guided tour of Glenarm Castle, home to Viscountess Dunluce and their family. You will see superb examples of Irish furniture as well as portraits of family members from the early 17th century through to the present day.

Glenarm Castle Walled Garden and Tea Room will open but normal admission applies.

Directions: Head north on the M2, then

Glenarm Castle Estate, Castle Demesne, Glenarm, BT44 0BQ

Built in 1825, this imposing fortified gatelodge has battlements and turrets with the Barbican gateway at its centre. It is positioned beyond an old stone bridge over the Glenarm River and is a medieval castle in miniature.

Refreshments available.

Directions: From Larne follows the signs for

take the Antrim Coast Road from Larne to Glenarm. The Castle is signposted from the town.

Glenarm on the A2. At the roundabout as you enter Glenarm turn left into the village and then right into Castle Street. The Barbican faces you over the bridge.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 2pm - 4pm. Tours at 2pm & 3pm.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 10am - 4pm

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Toome Driving Trail Your start point for this Trail is the village of Toome in Co Antrim.

When you arrive in the village locate the brown sign for the Canoe Trail.

Ensure you secure your car before starting out on this trail.

Start Here Looking around you, identify the information panel with reference to the Lough Neagh Canoe Trail, walk to this panel to solve your first two clues.

Clue 1 What slippery fish can be found in Lough Beg and is yellow/ brown in colour?

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to obtain the access code to prevent the destruction of the new Toome Bridge. You will have to use all your skills, knowledge and powers of deduction to prevent the detonation of the valuable asset.

Write all answers to each clue in the combination box to gain the access code.

Clue 7 Searching the marker, identify the surname of the designer Once you have enjoyed the views, follow the canal path back towards your car. Along the way you will discover a metal SUSTRANS directional marker.

Clue 6 The cycle network panel can be found close by. What is the length of the Lower Bann cycleway?

Clue 8

Clue 2 What location on the map can be found at GR 990-981?

Clue 5 With your back to this clue turn right and walk to the large metal gates blocking the road ahead of you. Close by you will discover another information panel.

Follow the path back to your car.

Drive out of the carpark back into the village, turn left following the road directions to Ballyronan. Once you arrive in Ballyroan, follow the directions into the marina. Park your car in any of the car parks before setting off again.

Searching the panels, what species of bird can be seen as a group of three?

Continue walking along the canal path keeping the canal to your right; as you approach the end of the walk you will discover a panel with reference to wildlife in the area.

To the rear of the main building you will discover a motor home camping area, close by you will discover a large mural with reference to local wildlife. Searching the map, what is the name of the location linked to the RSPB?

With your back to this clue, look right and you will discover a track l leading into the wood. Follow the path to uncover some more clues.

Clue 3 In what year was the Toome Bridge built?

Walk past the gates following the canal path. Along the way you will discover an information panel with reference to Toome Castle.

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Clue 4 Who held this castle in 1688 during the Williamite wars?

Clue 9 Locate the panel with reference to wet woodland. What is one of the first flowers to bloom in spring?

Finish

Clue 12 The great crested grebe can be found south of what location?

You have now completed the Toome Trail Cross off the shaded letters and numbers in the Combination Box. This will reveal the remaining characters that form the code. Now that you have completed this mission feel free to explore the area further before continuing home.

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Locate the information panel with reference to the harbour. For 300 years a small thatched cottage has been close by, what is the name of this cottage?

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Clue 10 Searching the large panel, what size is Ballyronan Wood?

Once you arrive at the Today’s Local shop on your right, turn left following the Drumconvis Road then Battery Road until you arrive at Battery Harbour.

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Check your answer Check your answers at www.treasuretrails.co.uk to see if you are right, click on the NIEA logo then select your trail.

Please see Treasure Trails full terms and conditions at the rear of the brochure

Explore this wood further if you wish before returning to your car. Exit Ballyroan Marina, turn left following the B160 to Ballinderry Bridge.

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47 Glenarm Road, Curran, Larne, BT40 1DT An impressive example of a Victorian country house retaining the grandeur of its original setting with fine interior fittings notably the inlaid woodwork and stained glass. Afternoon Tea's served.

Directions: Take Pound Street off the A8.

Continue through 3 sets of traffic lights to the end of Victoria Road; Drumalis is opposite.

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 4pm. Ongoing tours throughout the afternoon.

Sun Not Open

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Ballycarry, Red Hall, Carrickfergus, BT38 9JJ

This site was developed in 1907 as an overflow station platform for excursions from Belfast. Guided tours of railway works and facilities. New station building will be under construction unfortunately for 2012 so therefore access to platform prohibited for short steam train rides.

Pre-1609. Guided tours of Historic family home. Interesting interiors and elaborate plasterwork. House and Garden only.

Directions: On A2 coast road between

Whitehead and Magheramourne. Sat. Nav. N54.78116 W5.73750

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 5pm Sun 12noon - 5pm

Directions: Signposted from the A2

Carrickfergus to Larne Road, turn right to Whitehead, follow signs to the Railway Society.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm. Tour at 2pm Sun 2pm - 5pm. Tour at 2pm

The Andrew Jackson and US Rangers Centre

Carrickfergus Castle

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2 Boneybefore, Kilroot, Carrickfergus, BT38 7EQ

An 18th century thatched stone cottage restored as a tribute to Andrew Jackson, 7th President of the U.S.A. whose parents lived nearby. A museum of the US Rangers formed in Carrickfergus in 1942 is housed in the grounds. Griddle baking demonstrations included.

Directions: Take A2 from Carrickfergus

seafront towards Eden. Follow brown signs for approx 0.5 miles.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm Sun 2pm - 5pm

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Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, BT38 7BG Begun by John de Courcy soon after his 1177 invasion of Ulster. The Castle's long history includes seiges by King John in 1210, Edward Bruce in 1315 and its capture by William III in 1689. Part of the Living History programme - See p5.

Directions: On the A2 coast road from Belfast. Large car park nearby.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm Sun 10am - 6pm. Last admission 5:30pm.

Tours throughout both days. Tour times will be displayed on board outside reception.

Joymount, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DN Built in 1779 as the county courthouse to the designs of Richard Drew. A wing was added in 1792 and further extensions were completed in 1819. Adjoining building saw service as a prison and later became a militia barracks.

Directions: Prominently sited at the north end of High street.

Opening Times: Sat Tours at 12:30 and 3:30pm, tours last 1 hour.

Sun Tours at 2pm and 4pm, tours last 1 hour.

Carrickfergus Museum

Carrickfergus Town and Walls A Walking Tour

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11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DG Carrickfergus Museum interprets the long and distinguished history of the town and district from the earliest times to the present day. In the museum there are several 'Hands On' interactive facilities.

Directions: Sited to the rear of the Town Hall off High Street.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm No tours.

Sun 2pm - 5pm. Tour at 3:15pm

Market Place, Carrickfergus, BT38 7AN

Tour Starts at museum shop in the Carrickfergus Museum and Civic Centre

The tour goes around the Historic Town Walls of Carrickfergus, built in the early 17th century

by Sir Arthur Chichester. During the tour the story of Carrickfergus will be told along with accounts of the exciting discoveries made in many excavations that have taken place in the town.

Directions: Tour leaves from the museum

shop in the Carrickfergus Museum and Civic Centre, Antrim Street, Carrickfergus.

Opening Times: Sat Tours at 12.30pm & 3.30pm, lasting

A cruciform Church that started as a pro-cathedral probably by John de Courcy after 1177 and enlarged in 1306. The steeple dates from 1787. In the interior see the impressive Chichester memorial and early columns and arches.

Directions: Approach under the War

Memorial gateway from Market Place off High Street.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 4pm Sun 2pm - 4pm

approx one and half hours.

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Carrickfergus boasts Ireland's sole surviving coal gas works. Opening in 1855 it supplied the town with gas for over 100 years. See Europe's largest set of retorts, the view from the top of the Gasholder and many gas appliances. Refreshments available.

Directions: Travelling the A2 Shore

Road from Belfast, at the roundabout in Carrickfergus take the 3rd exit into the free Castle car park. Walk from the roundabout up Irish Gate and take the 2nd street on left, Irish Quarter West and we are approx. 500 yards on left. (5 min walk)

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm Sun 2pm - 5pm. Tours every 15 minutes on both days.

Next to 22 Derriaghy Road, Magheralave, Lisburn, BT28 3SH

Splendid Grade A Listed Parish Church (1872) “A fine example of the many distinctive Churches designed by Welland & Gillespie�, an extraordinary exercise in three-dimensional geometry (Brett) featuring distinctive patterned stained glass, in a tranquil graveyard setting.

Directions: Leave main Belfast - Lisburn

Rd (A1) at the Cutts, 150 yrds on Lisburn side of Derriaghy Station and Railway Bridge, progress one third of mile to junction with A512, go straight ahead at traffic lights on to Derriaghy Rd. Car Park at parochial hall next to church, 200 yrds from traffic lights.

Drumbeg, Lisburn, BT17 9LD

Of the original 18th century construction only the tower and part of the west wall remain.

The spire was added in 1833 and Thomas Drew renewed the building in Gothic Revival style in 1870 adding the lych gate in 1878.

Directions: Upper Malone Road, 1.5 mile

from House Of Sport and 0.25 mile past Lady Dixon Park

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun 2pm - 5pm

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun All welcome to services at 9.15am, 11.00am, 6.30pm

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Lisburn, Co Antrim

This substantial church came into existence in 1860 when the Revival of 1859 resulted in First Lisburn Presbyterian Church being inadequate to accommodate the numbers attending public worship. Services were held in a hay loft in Castle Street until this church opened for worship on Sunday 6th March 1864.

Former residence of Sir Richard Wallace, built in 1880 to redeem a promise made by the fourth Marquess of Hertford to his tenantry.

Modelled on Hertford House his London residence which is now home to The Wallace Collection. Used as a technical college from 1914.

Directions: Follow Castle Street from Market

Directions: On Railway Street, which runs

Square, opposite Lisburn Castle Gardens.

from Railway Station to Market Square, opposite Wallace Avenue.

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 4pm Sun Not Open

St Patrick's Church

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 4:30pm Sun Not Open

Castle Street, Lisnagarvey, Lisburn, BT28 Laid out after the great fire of 1707 within the area bounded by the walls of the castle.

The western gateway survives from Sir Fulke Conways castle of 1622. The gardens have been recently restored and have been awarded the coveted Green Flag Award for parks and green spaces. Tours of the gardens and presentations on the restoration of the site will be available on Saturday. Booking essential.

Contact the Irish Linen Centre and Lisburn Museum on 028 9266 3377.

Directions: On foot, follow Castle Street from Market Square. Car parking off Queens Road.

Opening Times: Sat 8am - 8pm. Tour at 11am and 3pm Sun 8am - 8pm - No tours

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Chapel Hill, Old Warren, Lisburn, BT28 1EP 1900; on site of earlier church of 1794. Striped spire. Good Romanesque interior, lofty and dignified in character with carved capitals and wall paintings, including Saints Malachy and Columbanus flanking the east window.

Excellent stained glass windows.

Directions: Chapel Hill - Front entrance of Bow Street mall.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun Not Open

Market Square, Lisnagarvey, Lisburn, BT28 1AG

The old market house dating from the late 17th century is visible within the Italianate Assembly Rooms remodelled in 1888. This distinctive building had a striking modern extension added in 1994. Winner of a host of architectural awards including a Europa Nostra medal. Contact Museum Reception on 028 9266 3377 for up-to-date information on exhibitions and events.

Directions: At the heart of Market Square, use City Centre car parks. 200 metres from railway station.

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 4.30pm Sun Not Open

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32 Castle Street, Lisnagarvey, Lisburn, BT27 4XE Former Lisburn Cathedral Rectory. Visitors can enjoy exploring the basement & upper floors of this privately owned Georgian building. Owner Anthea McWilliams will lead a 30 min tour providing information on the building, its history and planned future use.

Contact Anthea McWilliams 07980494063.

Ground floor only is wheelchair accessible.

Directions: From M1 take exit at junction 6.

Follow signs to Lisburn City Centre via Sloan Street, turn left onto Laganbank Road and slightly right onto A1. Turn left onto Seymour Street. Continue onto Castle Street.

Opening Times: Sat Tours start at 11am and 2pm Sun Not Open

Market Street, Old Warren, Lisburn, BT28 1AB The work presently carried on in the CWU started in 1898 with the formation of the Welcome Mission, established under the influence of Rev W P Nicholson.

Amalgamation with the Lisburn Christian Worker's Union Mission followed and the organisation moved to this building in 1936.

Directions: Market Street runs south from the far west end of Market Square

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun Not Open

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Tandragee Road, Drumbanagher, Newry, Co. Armagh, BT35 6LW

Consecrated on 18 July 1861 and houses the famous Master McGrath greyhound. Find out about the sexton who was 'full of the spirit' and view some rare stained glass and an exhibition including memorabilia from the world wars.

Activities for children and refreshments in the church hall.

Directions: On A27, 3 miles from the centre of Poyntzpass. From Newry, come off the A1 at Carnbane roundabout on to the road to Tandragee and Craigavon. Church can be seen after 4 miles on this road.

Opening Times: Sat 10:30am - 3:30pm Sun 2pm - 5pmTours of graveyard and tower (limited numbers for tower tour)

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Like Christ Church Cathedral, this church was originally tucked away behind shops and houses off the Square. Plain exterior of blackstone with sandstone quoins. First built 1710, rebuilt, enlarged and remodelled 17681873. Noted for the solemnity and beauty of its very fine interior with box pews, decorated gallery and magnificent stained glass windows.

Directions: On the west side of Market Square, in the city centre.

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 4pm Sun Not Open

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A Tour taking in the most impressive sights and monuments in the Ring of Gullion.

A local guide will lead you on your journey through the breathtaking landscape whilst enlightening you about the rich natural, built, archaeological and cultural heritage.

Directions: Bus will pick up from Newry

Tourist Information Centre, Bagenal's Castle on Castle Street, Newry BT34 2DA. Prebooking essential, via www.ringofgullion.org

Opening Times: Sat Tour at 10am lasting 6 hours Sun Tour at 10am lasting 6 hours

Tick off your visits www.discovernorthernireland.com/ehod

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Sloan's Inn Museum

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9 Derryloughan Road, The Diamond, Grange Lower, Loughgall, BT61 8PH

Built 1886 - 7 to the designs of William Watson for the Richardson family as a town hall and community centre for their workers.

It has now been restored and is once again in use. Craft Fair.

Directions: In the centre of Bessbrook village.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun Not Open

The original Winter ancestral home from 1665. Recorded as place where the decision to form The Orange Order was made. Restored in 2000 using mud brick and wheat straw to thatch over original timbers. Original artifacts on display including vintage machinery.

Refreshments available. Tours available on request.

Main Street, Levalleglish, Loughgall, BT61 8HZ The property was originally a coaching inn.

Shortly after the battle of the Diamond, in the parlour of the inn, the decision was taken to form the Orange Order. Care needs to be taken due to possible ongoing renovations.

Directions: From the M1 follow the signs for Loughgall. The inn is the second building on the right on the main street.

Directions: Exit 13 from M1 then Black

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun Not Open

Island Road, Derrycrew Road. Follow Battle of Diamond signs to Ballymagerny Road into Derryloughan Road. Car parking space in front of gates.

Opening Times: Sat 10:30am - 8:30pm Sun 2pm - 8:30pm

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1 Derryloughan Road, The Diamond, Grange Lower, Loughgall, BT62 1PH This cottage, built in 1623 is central to the Battle of the Diamond (1795). The decision to form the orange order was made around a spring wall directly opposite. The burnt beams can still be seen today as can the spirit grocer's and weaver's shop. Small animal farm on site.

Directions: Exit 13 off M1,then towards

Annaghmore until Redman's Corner crossroads and travel 1 ml to the Diamond.

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 7pm Sun 1pm - 7pm. Tours available throughout both days.

Kilmacanty Road, Kilmore, Richhill, Co. Armagh

Records from the 4th century indicate that Kilmore is one of the earliest sites of Christain worship in all Ireland; the surrounding graveyard was the only one for over six hundred years. The present church houses an ancient round tower, an historic hand rung bell and a famous hill organ. There will be bell ringing, organ recitals, tours and refreshments.

Directions: From the A3 Portadown to

Armagh, follow the sign for the B131 Kilmore Road at Stonebridge Resturant. The church is located in Kilmore Village.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 1:30pm - 5pm. The church will close promptly at 5pm.

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7 Main Street, Markethill Built in 1842 by Thomas Duff, this is one of the few surviving large regional free-standing court houses. Last used as a court house in 1952, the building was restored to its former glory for use by the community as a neutral venue community centre and restaurant.

Directions: Off the main A28 Armagh to Newry Road, second bulding on the right.

Opening Times: Sat 9.30am - 4.30pm Sun Not open

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Gate Lodge at Milford Manor House, 3 Ballyards Road, Milford, BT60 3NS

Picturesque late Victorian gate lodge with an abundance of decorative detailing. The Gate Lodge will be presented as a Victorian tea house and refreshments will be available.

In addition you will be able to take a walking tour of the extensive Manor House grounds.

Directions: Take the Monaghan Road A3

from Armagh for 1 mile. Turn left into Milford village and after a quarter of a mile the Gate lodge is on the right.

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm Sun Not Open

Milford House is the revolutionary former seat of the McCrum family one of Ireland’s premier linen manufacturing dynasties.

Famous as most technologically advanced house in 19th century Ireland. Later home to Manor House School in 1936-1965. Discover the world of Milford House at no.57 William Street a mill house packed with magnificent furnishings and possessions from Milford House. Refreshments available. Part of the Living History programme - See p6.

81 Killylea Road, Ballyrea, Armagh, BT60 4LD The area is steeped in legend and forklore as the ancient seat of the Kings and Queens of Ulster. The Iron Age people of Navan are busy preparing for the upcoming winter. Join them by cooking like the ancients. This is a fun and interactive experience suitable for all ages.

Only the tour of the Mound is free of charge.

Part of the Living History programme - See p6.

Directions: Follow the signs in Armagh City Centre - is off the Killylea Road.

Directions: Situated 2 miles from Armagh

Opening Times: Sat Tours at 11am,1:30pm and 3pm.

Sun Tours at 11am,1:30pm, 3pm. Tours last

on Monaghan Road. Turn left into Milford Village. At bottom of Hill Street turn left into William Street.

approximatley 1 hour. Booking is essential, telephone 028 3752 9644.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm Sun 10am 6pm. Tours available throughout both days

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Mall West, Gosford Place, Corporation, Armagh, BT61 9AL

A three-bay limestone building built between 1837 and 1840 bearing the words 'Scotch Church MDCCCXXXV11'. The interior is one of the finest in any Presbyterian Meeting House in Ireland. Refreshments available.

Directions: At the bottom south-east corner

Directions: 50 yards from the Courthouse at

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 5pm Sun 12noon - 5pm

Opening Times: Sat 10:30am - 4:30pm Sun Not Open

of the Mall.

the end of The Mall.

The Mall West, Corporation, Armagh, BT61 9AJ Built in 1878 to designs of Young and MacKenzie. Built of local limestone with Dungannon sandstone dressings in a decorated Gothic Revival style. Gabled front with four entrances, one in the base of the tall steeple.

U-shaped balcony on cast iron columns and a three-seater pulpit.

Directions: On the west side of the Mall at the corner of Russell Street.

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 3pm Sun Not Open

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Gospel Hall

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1884. Built as a Masonic Hall by the local architect James Fullerton. The style is Venetian Gothic in red and yellow brick with a central gable flanked by a square tower on the right and a half round staircase tower opposite. One of the most flamboyant buildings in Armagh.

The Mall, Corporation, Armagh, BT61 9DJ

Built in 1809 to designs of Francis Johnston architect. Its is still used as a courthouse.

The building is a major focus of the Mall and is one of the finest neo-classical buildings in Armagh.

Directions: Centrally placed on the west side

Directions: North end of the Mall with the

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun Not Open

Opening Times: Sat 10:15am - 4pm

of the mall.

St Mark's Parish Church

Built 1809-10. This Georgian house is now home to the Royal Irish Fusiliers Museum.

The Eagle Takers Gallery tells the story of the regiment 1793 to 1968. Research your miltary relatives. Free of charge for EHOD. (fee usually ÂŁ25.00)

Directions: Situated on Mall East adjacent to

Old Jail at the South End.

Tours at 10:15am, 11:00am, 11:45am, 12:30pm, 1:45pm, 2:30pm & 3:15pm.

Tour lasts approximatley 40 minutes.

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Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun Not Open

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Mall East, Corporation, Armagh, BT61 9BE

Directions: Located in the centre of

Directions: East side of the Mall.

The impressive St Mark's enjoys a wonderful tree lined setting. It has a number of beautiful stained glass windows, a magnificent pulpit of Caen stone and an impressive brass lectern (1897). It has strong military links and connection with the Armagh Rail disaster.

Armagh, off the Mall, reached by the A3 from Portadown or Monaghan, the A29 from Dungannon and the A28 from Newry.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm Sun 2pm - 6pm

1834. A two storey building with three tall arched windows behind the ashlar limestone tetrastyle Ionic portico and matching doorways in screen walls at each side of the portico.

Became Armagh County Museum in 1931 after use as a schoolhouse.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Closed 1pm - 2pm for lunch

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Cathedral Close, Corporation, Armagh, BT61 7DY

A spacious early C19th interior, the latest of many re-buildings since St Patrick's 'great stone church' on the hill of Ard Macha in 445. The burial place of Brian Boru. See also some important monuments and stained glass windows. Includes children’s tour and tour of newly refurbished crypt.

Directions: In the centre of Armagh, 400

yards from The Mall via Friary Road and Irish Street (Buses etc) or via College Street and Abbey Street (Cars and small vehicles. Not suitable for buses & large vehicles).

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm. Tour at 10:30am and childrens tour at 12.30pm

Sun 12:30pm to 3pm and 4:15pm to 6pm.

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The Registry

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43 Abbey Street, Corporation, Armagh, BT61 7DY

Directions: Opposite the main entrance

Directions: In the centre of Armagh

Built in 1772, the former Armagh Diocesan Registry was restored in 2011, incorporating many of its original features. It displays historic examples of diocesan records, and collections and curiosities from Amagh Public Library, with interactive displays and interpretations. Activities for children. doors to St Patrick's Church of Ireland Cathedral.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm Sun 2pm - 6pm

Cardinal Tomas O Fiaich Memorial Library and Archive

Built of ashlar limestone to the classical design of Thomas Cooley, the library bears witness to the 18th Century 'renaissance’ of Armagh. Its Long Room contains an Archbishop's library, and much else. Other items are displayed in No 5 Vicars Hill. Includes a treasure Hunt for Children. city beside St Patrick's Church of Ireland Cathedral.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 6pm Sun 2pm - 6pm

St Patrick's Roman Catholic Cathedral

Palace Demesne, Friary Road, Demesne Armagh, BT60 4EL

The Primates Chapel (1781 -1786) and the Archbishop's Palace (1770-1825) are both in the Palace Demesne and were designed by architects Cooley and Johnston. The unique complex was once the residence of the Church of Ireland Primate. Armagh City and District Council have most creditably restored and reused the historic buildings in an imaginative manner.

Directions: Follow the brown signs in Armagh city centre.

Opening Times: Sat Tours at 11am, 1pm & 3pm Sun Tours at 2pm & 3pm

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The Cardinal Tomas O Fiaich Memorial Library and Archive is a free, independent public reference library which houses important collections relating to Irish history, the Irish language, ecclesiastical history, the Irish abroad and Irish sport.

Directions: Entrance is off the Moy Road 100 yards from the Moy Road roundabout.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun Not Open

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Market Street, Corporation, Armagh, BT61 7BW

Directions: From Mall take College Street

Directions: From Portadown, turn left at

Work commenced on the twin spires of this magnificent cathedral designed by Thomas Duff in 1840, but was halted due to famine and cholera 1844-54. A scheme for restoration was completed in recent years on stonework and stained glass. then English Street to Cathedral Road.

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 8pm Sun 9am - 7pm

The Market Place is Armagh’s state-of-theart arts centre situated in the centre of this historic city. In addition to usual operations, the stage areas of the theatre will be open to the public and the technical team will provide demonstrations of some technical facilities. roundabout after courthouse. Take next right onto Russell Street. Follow one-way system.

Car park is on left-hand side after about 100 yards. From Newry, follow signs for Dungannon. Drive down left hand-side of The Mall. About two-thirds of the way down, turn left up Russell Street and follow one-way system to car park.

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Saint Patrick's Trian - A Centre for Creative Practices

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Built between 1789 - 91 to designs of Francis Johnston, with the inscription, 'The heavens declare the glory of God'. The Observatory is a modern research establishment set in landscaped gardens that include two sundials, telescopes, human orrery and astropark.

Guided Walking Tour with a historical character. Visitors will uncover the history of the buildings within Saint Patrick's Trian, including the old 19th century Belfast Bank and Bank Manager's house. The tour visits the outside of the Public Library and Infirmary relating the Robinson link with Armagh. Part of the Living History Programme - See p6.

Directions: Travel to top of Lane at the NE

corner of the Mall near the Courthouse, go past the Armstrong Priamry School. Also sign posted at the Planetarium car park.

Directions: Car parking adjacent to building,

Centre is well signed with brown tourist signs.

Opening Times: Sat Tours at 11am, 1:30pm, 3pm.

Sun Tours at 1:30pm, 3pm. Pre Booking is essential, telephone 028 3752 1801

Tower Hill

College Hill, Corporation, Armagh, BT61 9DB Armagh Planetarium offers visitors a unique experience which is quite simply 'out of this world'. In our digital theatre you can experience our world and beyond. On Saturday our shows will be free, but remember to pre-book on 028 3752 3689 as spaces are limited. Workshops for children will be running throughout the day.

Directions: Situated on the Portadown Road 500 yards from The Mall.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm

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Tours at 11am, 12noon, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm

NIEA Works Depot & Signal Box

Shows at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 4pm.

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Directions: Tower Hill leads from College Hill to Victoria Road on the east side of the city.

Opening Times: Sat Guided tour at 3pm Sun Guided tour at 3pm

Railway Road, Moria, BT67 ONE

An opportunity to view the facilities and operations of the NIEA Conservation works depot and talk to some of its specialist craftsmen about their work. Joiners, stonemasons and blacksmiths will be demonstrating their skills and current items of work that contribute to the protection and conservation of NI’s built heritage.

Directions: Exit M1 at junction 9. Take exit off roundabout for Moira village. Take righthand turn before entering village for Moira train station. Depot is immediately on other side of railway tracks. Turn left for main car park.

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Windsor Avenue, Demesne, Lurgan, BT67 9BG

Built in 1842 to designs of William Playfair of Edinburgh in Elizabethan Revival style for Charles Brownlow, later 1st Baron Lurgan. It has numerous chimneys, a tower with lantern and dome and a fine interior. Restored after a fire of 1996, Brownlow House is situated beside the magnificent Lurgan Park.

Directions: From High Street turn into Windsor Avenue, entrance opposite Park Lake.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 1pm Sun 10am - 3pm

The Barn Museum

Seagoe Parish Church

Moneypenny's Lock house

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46 Seagoe Road, Portadown, BT63 5HSl

Agricultural exhibition in former barn with new school room exhibition. The barn museum is accessed via a short walk from the main car park. Children's activities available.

Directions: Leave M1 at Exit 10 and follow signs for Tannaghmore Gardens.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 2pm - 5pm

Seagoe is an ancient (540 A.D) Christian site. The 1661 church can be seen in ruins.

Architect Mr. Thomas Drew RHA oversaw improvements to the present listed church dated 1814, including an open-timbered ceiling with carved angels and magnificent East Window. Refreshments in the Parish Centre.

Horseshoe Lane, Brackagh, Portadown, BT62 3RF

Old Lock-Keeper's cottage and stables containing an exhibition on 'Life on the Canal'. Please note part of the house is a private residence and not open to the public.

Tours available. Refreshments.

Directions: A50 from Portadown to Gilford Road, turn right at roundabout on to the Mullahead Road. Limited parking on the road at Knock Bridge. Path to the house is signposted along towpath.

Directions: From the M1 junction 11 take

the M12 exit to Craigavon-PortadownArmagh for 0.7 miles. At the roundabout take first exit onto M12 for 1 mile. At junction 2 take, B2 to Carn-Seagoe. At the roundabout take 3rd exit onto Seagoe Road signposted Portadown-Armagh for 1.3 miles. The church is after traffic lights. Turn into joint entrance between Parish Centre and church.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm Sun 2pm - 5pm

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Marlacoo House could be described as gentleman’s vernacular in style. It is three bay and two storey with an attractive classical doorcase. The house, built in 1815, overlooks Marlacoo Lake. Tea, coffee available from 11am to 5pm. Children welcome.

Directions: On A51 between Tandragee and Hamiltonsbawn. 100 yards from Marlacoo Lake picnic area.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm. Tours of small groups available.

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54 Ardress Road, Ardress East, Portadown, BT62 1SQ

A charming 17th century farmhouse with farmyard, animals and outbuildings. Elegantly remodelled in Georgian times. Set in 100 acres of countryside and orchards, woodlands and walks. Childrens play area and selection of farmyard animals. Disabled access is available on the ground floor of house.

Directions: Ardress House is 7 miles from

Portadown and is just outside the village of Annaghmore. Signposted from the M1 from junction 13. Also signposted from the nearby property of The Argory.

117 Stramore Road, Moyallan, Gilford, Portadown, BT63 5JZ

One of the oldest Quaker Meeting Houses in Ireland. Notable for the simplicity of its design and the retention of original features and interior. Burial ground of historical interest beside the building.

Directions: Off the A50 Gilford to

Portadown road. 1 ml from Gilford, 3.5 miles from Portadown. Signposted.

Opening Times: Sat 10:30am - 4:30pm Sun Not Open

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 6pm, Last tour 5pm.

Sun 1pm - 6pm Open but normal charges will apply.

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96 Glen Road, Dromantine, Newry, BT34 1RH

An Egyptian obelisk erected in 1826 on a hill on the outskirts of Rostrevor to commemorate Sir Robert Ross's victory at Bladensburg during the American Second War of Independence of 1812-15.

Built in 1806. A neo-Classical building constructed in ashlar sandstone. Highly decorated interior ground floor of around 1865. Much of the fabric has been restored.

At present used as a conference centre.

Refreshments available.

Directions: On the A2 between Rostrevor

Directions: 5 miles north of Newry off the

and Warrenpoint.

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 5pm. Tour at 2:30pm Sun 9am - 5pm Tour at 2.30pm

A1 Belfast Road, turn left into Derrycaw Road.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm. Tours will be provided according to visitor numbers.

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Newry and Mourne museum is located in Bagenal’s Castle which is built in the environs of the site of a 12th century Cistercian Abbey.

It is an early example of a fortified residence.

The castle has been sympathetically restored with many original features interpreted for the visitor.

Directions: Castle Street, Newry.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4:30pm Sun 1:30pm - 5pm. Tours at 2pm & 3pm lasting 45mins. Booking is essential, telephone 028 3031 3178.

Donaghmore, Tullymurry,Newry, BT34 1NG This much loved country house is set in beautiful grounds with views towards the Mourne mountains. Built in Georgian times the elegant reception rooms echo the grace of a bygone age while outside there are gardens and orchards to explore. Refreshments.

Directions: Donaghmore is signed off the

main Belfast to Dublin Rd about 5 miles after Newry. Take right turn, after about 100yds turn left and immediately right. Continue for 1 mile to crossroads, turn right (Church of St Bartholomew is at this junction). Follow road to 'T' junction, turn left. Entrance to Tullymurry House on left 800yds after junction.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 10am - 4pm

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A restored 'Clachan' of seven vernacular houses beside the Kilkeel River. Clachans were once a familiar feature of the Irish countryside and this is an opportunity to visit this rare survivor.

Now self-catering cottages. Bread making, music, crafts, historical talks, refreshments.

Directions: A2 from Newcastle - Kilkeel,

turn right 50 yards past Baptist Church into Mill Road, in 100 yards turn right into Aughnahoory Road, follow Brown Tourist sign, after half mile turn tight into Lane, cottages after 100 yards.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm Sun Not Open

The Bronte Homeland Drive

Greencastle, Ballyardel, Kilkeel, BT34 4JY A Royal Castle built around 1250 and prominently situated on a rocky outcrop close to Greencastle Point. Part of the Living History programme - See p5.

Directions: Situated 6.4 km south west of

Kilkeel. Follow Dunnaval Road from Kilkeel, turning right onto Lurganconary Road.

Cross junction with Benagh Road and proceed along Greencastle Pier Road. Entrance to Castle is on right.

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm Sun 2pm - 5pm

F E McWilliam Gallery and Studio

Harbour, Mullartown, Annalong, BT34 4RH

Built in the early 1800's, Annalong Corn Mill operated until the 1960's and was one of Northern Ireland's last working watermills.

The building retains many original features, including its grain dying kiln, three pairs of millstones and a 15ft waterwheel.

Directions: Annalong is situated on the

A2 midway between Newcastle and Kilkeel.

Cornmill on the north-west side of the harbour, signposted from the town.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5:30pm Sun 2pm - 5:30

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The drive of 10 miles starts at Drumballyroney church and school where there are displays about the Brontes. The story of Patrick and his family can be followed using the map provided.

The route is signposted and includes a picnic site. Part of the Arts Council N.I programme - See p4.

Directions: Take B10 road from Banbridge to Rathfriland, drive 8 miles then turn left at Church Hill Road. Bronte Centre is at top of hill.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 4:30pm Sun 12noon - 4:30pm

200 Newry Road, Drumnahare, Banbridge, BT32 3NB Award winning art gallery and sculpture garden dedicated to the memory of internationally renowned sculptor F E McWilliam. Exibition: Blackshaw at 80.

Directions: Off the A1 Belfast - Dublin road, near the Outlet shopping centre.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun 10am - 5pm

Kilwarlin Road, Corcreeny, BT26 6DZ

1755, rebuilt 1834. A long rendered building incorporating manse and hall. Frontal feature rises to a bellcote. The unique grounds were laid out as the battle of Thermopylae by Zula, a Greek chieftain, who became a Moravian minister at Kilwarlin.

Directions: Opposite the southern exit from Hillsborough, turn down Ballygowan Road and right again into Corcreeny Road to the junction with Kilwarlin Road.

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm Sun 1pm - 5pm. Tours available throughout both days

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Georgian Manor House built of sandstone, 120 acres of gardens (formal woodland and wildflower meadow). Majority of grounds not suitable for those with mobility issues. Tour guides available to answer questions.

Directions: Off A1 at Hillsborough

roundabout through village. At top of hill turn right before 'Old Court House' (facing The Plough).

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 12noon to 4pm

AFBI - Courtyard & Renewable Energy Centre

The Square, Hillsborough, BT26 6AG

Hillsborough, Small Park, BT26 6AG

Directions: In Hillsborough town centre on

Directions: Approached through wrought

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 5:30pm Sun Not open

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm. Close down of gates on site

An imposing late Georgian building which dominates the centre of this pretty 18th century town. Formerly the market house, it was used as a court house from 1810 onwards.

Now used as tourist information centre.

Main Street at the square.

Artillery fort built in early 17th century on an earlier site which was a defended enclosure or rath of the period c.600-900. From early 18th century acted as a pleasure ground for the Hill family within their Great Park. Grounds only. iron gates from the town square, opposite the Court House.

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Sun 11am - 6pm. Close down of gates on site commences at 5:45pm

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The former Marquis of Downshire Home farm, was acquired in 1927 by the Agricultural Research Institute of Northern Ireland. In 2006 it became part of the Agri-Food & Biosciences Institute. The courtyard complex was most recently restored in 2009. The courtyard, conference centre, and adjoining Environment and Renewable Energy Centre will open to the public.

Directions: Enter Hillsborough Forest park

via Park Street, Hillsborough and follow signs to Agri-Food & Biosciences (AFBI) car park and reception.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun Not Open

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Ballagherty, Saintfield,

A guided tour of the many fine buildings within the Conservation Area, including a chance to enjoy an overview of the town's heritage and a visit to the old Saintfield Railway Station. No dogs please.

Directions: Meet in the Memorial Garden,

Comber Street, Saintfield. From the lights on the main Belfast to Downpatrick road, turn up-hill into the main street and then take the first road on the right, Comber Street.

Opening Times: Sat No Tour Sun Tour at 3pm lasting approx 1.5 hrs

Ballyagherty, Saintfield, BT24 7LH

Come for a relaxing day out in beautiful Rowallane Garden. Spend the day walking around the woodland while spotting an abundance of wildlife and wildflowers. In our Walled Garden you can't help marvel at and be inspired by the dazzling array of exotic species from the four corners of the globe.

Directions: Rowallane Garden is on the main Downpatrick Road (A7)

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm Sun 10am - 6pm open but normal charges apply.

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Built in 1787 during the Ministy of Rev Moses Neilson, restored in 2001. T-Shaped rubble stone building with snadstone dressings. The eight bay front has round-headed windows on two levels. Outside stairs to galleries on each arm. Box pews, pulpit with sounding-board and clock of 1789.

Directions: Main Crossgar - Ballynahinch Road, 2nd road to right. Signposted.

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 5pm Sun 10am - 11am and 2pm - 5pm

94a Monlough Road, Ballycloghan, Ballynahinch, BT24 7HN

St John's Point, Point Road, Killough, BT30 7QY

Directions: Between Carryduff and Saintfield,

Directions: From Killough, travel along Point

A one-off opportunity to visit the BBC House of the Year 2012. Drew and Pamela Wylie’s contemporary barn picked up this year’s overall title, beating off tough competition from 11 other homes across Northern Ireland. Booking is essential, telephone 028 9054 3022. pass Garden Centre on your right. After half a mile, turn left into Lessans Road. Continue up to Monlough Road junction. Drive across into private lane. Fork right at black gate, then right again after 150m. Signpost for Robinsview, next entrance on the left.

Opening Times: Sat Tour starts at 12noon and lasts 1 hour Sun Tour starts at 12noon and lasts 1 hour

Killough Guided Walk

Holy Trinity Cathedral

Round black tower with two yellow bands.

The light was first established on 1st May 1844. Converted to electric on 18th February 1981. The height of the light is 36.5 metres above Mean High Water Springs. Booking essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

Road to the Point.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 10am - 4pm. Tours every 20 minutes with a break from 12.30pm - 2pm.

Last tour 3.40pm

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The Square, Killough, BT30 7QC Dr Finbar McCormick, Queen's University Belfast and Chairman of the local Building Preservation Trust will lead a walking tour of Killough. The tour will include visits to some of the village's most important buildings including the former grain store, converted to an award winning family home.

Refreshments in St Anne's Church of Ireland from 3pm til 5pm.

Directions: Killough is 6 miles SE of

Downpatrick. Tour starts from The Square in the centre of the village.

Opening Times: Sat Tour starts at 3pm Sun Not Open

12th century Cathedral built as a Benedictine Monastery in 1183. Cathedral of the Church of Ireland. Burial site of the supposed grave of St Patrick in graveyard. Beautiful stained glass, box pews. Shop and toilet facilities. Tours on request.

Directions: At the top of English

Street. Follow brown signage on entering Downpatrick.

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 4:30pm Sun 2pm - 4:30pm

The Court House was erected in 1735 by Hugh Darling of Dublin and enlarged in 1834.

It was burnt down in 1855. After the fire it was rebuilt to plans prepared by Henry Smyth, the County Surveyor.

Directions: Adjacent to Down County Museum in English Street.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm. Tours every 45mins. Last tour 4pm.

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Stream Street, Demesne of Down Acre, Downpatrick, BT30

Directions: From Belfast roundabout turn

Directions: From Belfast direction, go along

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm. Tours 2:30pm and 3:45pm,

Opening Times: Sat 1:30pm - 5pm. Tours start at 2pm and

Sun 1pm - 5pm. Tours 2.30pm and 3.45pm,

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The museum is housed in a late Georgian building unique in Ireland. The Governor's Residence has a family-friendly interactive exhibition on "Down Through Time". Original cells, tearoom and museum shop. Special self-guided tour around the site for families. into Bridge Street, then right into the Mall and the museum is next to the court house.

Large T shaped meeting-house opened in 1711 with four galleries including one so called 'Squires Gallery' and one gallery approached from an external staircase. High central pulpit built for the Rev Thomas Nevin in 1711.

One of Downpatrick's architectural gems.

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Downpatrick and Co Down Railway

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These extensive remains are of a Cistercian Abbey founded in 1180, by John de Courcy, who led the 1177 Anglo-Norman invasion of East Ulster. Part of Living History Programme - See p5.

Directions: From Downpatrick, take the A7 Belfast Road for 1.2km to reach Inch Abbey Road on left. After 400m, signposted access road to Inch Abbey is on left.

Church Street then Irish Street which leads onto Stream Street.

lasting 45 minutes.

Inch Abbey Road, Dunnanelly, Downpatrick

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm Sun 2pm - 5pm

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Historic railway buildings and structures relocated from all parts of Northern Ireland to recreate a living, working railway museum.

These include a station building, signal cabin and engine sheds. Carriage workshop houses a unique collection of Irish railway wooden carriages under restoration. Steam trains using unique vintage carriages will be running on both days, there will be a charge for this service.

Directions: On the Newcastle Road out of Downpatrick, follow the brown signs and take the first road past the Ulsterbus depot heading out of town.

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Audleystown Road, Castleward Townland, Castleward, Strangford, BT30 7LS 15th Century Tower house built by the Audley family and passed to the Wards in 1646. The Tower House is of the “gatehouse” type with two projecting towers linked by a high arch to defend the entance. Part of the Living History programme - See p5.

Directions: On a rocky height overlooking

the harbour in Strangford Lough. Take A25 from Downpatrick to Strangford. Turn left onto Audleystown Road. Audley’s Castle is signposted at this junction.

Opening Times: Sat Not open Sun 2pm - 5pm

Drumroe Road, Ballyculter, Strangford, BT30 7AS

1657, remodelled 1882. A cruciform building with tower and spire. Memorials including stained glass in the interior. Burial vaults in the graveyard. Gifted by the Bangor family of Castleward.

Directions: From Downpatrick, take the

A25 towards Strangford, after about 8 miles take the Ardglass Road opposite entrance to Castleward, Drumroe Road is first on the left.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 2pm - 5pm

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The 18th-century eccentric house with two distinctly different styles, classical and gothic, will entice you to explore further. The 820 acre demesne with walks, gardens and farmyard will unlock your imagination through history, leisure pursuits, events and industrial heritage.

The barn Children’s Activity Centre open sat 12 noon - 4pm, crafts and tractor rides.

Directions: Bus - Ulsterbus No 16E, bus

Castle Street, Strangford Lower, Strangford, BT30 7NF

Meeting House Lane, Portaferry, BallyPhilip, BT22 1SY

Directions: On a height overlooking the

Treasure hunt for children Sat 2.30pm.

John Miller lecture by Glen Patterson Sun 3pm.

This small Tower House dates from the late 16th century in its present form but a blocked door of 15th century type at first floor level sugguest the remodelling of an earlier tower.

Part of the Living History programme - See p5. harbour in Strangford

stop at Castle Ward gates. Car - On A25, 7 miles from Downpatrick and 1.5 miles from Strangford.

Opening Times: Sat Grounds will be open from 10am to dusk.

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm Sun Not open.

Last entry into house at 4pm.

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Grade A Greek Revival temple (Millar 1841). Based on Temple of Nemesis '... this marvellous temple is one of the most distinguished neoclassical buildings in Ulster, and in the first rank of Neoclassical designs in the British Isles'. (C Brett).

Directions: Just before entering the Square in the centre of Portaferry turn left into Meeting House Street. The church is straight ahead.

The entrance is from the ground at the end away from the Square.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm Sun 2pm - 5pm

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Boys' Brigade Training Centre, 206 Ballywalter Road, Ballywhiskin, Millisle, BT22 2LZ This gathering space is of a simple tentlike form with openings only for access and light producing a sensation of enclosure and security within lightweight enveloping walls that nevertheless achieve an "A" energy rating. Children's crazy golf and trail. Titanic Exhibition in the Musuem.

Directions: Coast Road 2.4 miles north of Millisle, 2.8 miles south of Ballywalter.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 3:30pm Sun 11am - 3:30pm Tours available on both days.

Ganaway Training Centre, 206 Ballywalter Road, Ballywhiskin, Millisle, BT22 2LZ

This replica of the Charlotte Street Hall in Belfast, where the Boy's Brigade in Ireland was formed in 1888, combines the ornament of the 19th century with modern metal cladding.

Gallery. Titanic Exhibition and workspaces.

Children's crazy golf and trail.

Directions: Coast Road 2.4 miles north of Millisle, 2.8 miles south of Ballywalter.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 3:30pm Sun 11am - 3:30pm. Tours available on both days.

Lisbane, Rowreagh Road, Kircubbin, Newtownards, BT22 1AR Remarkable small Church with roof of thick old Tullycavey slates with an exceptional interior. Graveyard attached. Erected in 1777 as a low mud-walled building with thatched roof. Fully restored in 1966, now used as a mortuary chapel. Only one Mass celebrated annually on All Souls' Day.

Directions: On the west side of the main

road from Newtownards to Portaferry, two miles south of Kircubbin. It is in the townland of Lisbane.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm Sun 12noon - 6pm

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1704. A very simple, peaceful and tranquil church. Set within a graveyard entered under an iron overthrow. The porch of about 1800 is surmounted by a bellcote. Sympathetically restored.

Windmills were once common in grain growing East Down. All are now ruined except for Ballycopeland Windmill. Built in the late 18th or early 19th century, it was worked by the McGilton family until the 1914-1918 war.

Restored from the 1950s to 1978. Part of the Living History programme - See p5.

Directions: Turn right 1 mile south of Ballywalter into Kircubbin Road for a further mile.

Directions: 1.6kms west of Millisle on the

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm Sun 2:30pm - 5pm Choir practice 2:30pm and service 3:30pm

B172. Follow B172 from Newtownards

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm Sun Not open

Community Centre, Donaghadee

The tour will transport you back into Donaghadee of yesteryear. Learn of the influence of the Montgomery family in the establishment of the harbour and its further re-development to create the principal passenger port in Northern Ireland. Paul Whitla is your tour guide. Please wear comfortable shoes/clothing as part of tour involves steps and uneven surfaces.

Guide dogs only allowed.

Directions: Tour begins at main door of

Community centre. In Donaghadee follow the one way system to the Harbour. Follow the road around which leads past the community centre. Parking is available on this road.

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This unique building is situated on a hilltop deep within the Clandeboye Estate. Dedicated

by Lord Dufferin to his adored mother, Helen, the romantic panelled octagonal room on the third floor is decorated with poems engraved into metal plates.

Directions: Take A2 from Belfast to Bangor.

12kms from City Airport turn right at the traffic lights onto the B170, the first left turn. Continue straight on until you see a cream gatelodge set back from the road on left. (partially hidden by hedging so watch carefully). Turn left into Clandeboye Estate Helen's Tower signed from here.

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Bangor Castle Walled Garden

Newtownards Road, Bangor, BT20 4JF

Bangor Abbey was founded in 558AD by St Comgall and was home to the great missionary saints Columbanus and Gall. The Church Tower dates to the 14th Century and there is a large mural by Kenneth Webb.

Directions: At the Junction of Abbey Street and the Newtownards Road.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 2pm Sun 2pm - 4pm

Bangor Castle, 6 Valentine Road, Corporation, Bangor, BT20 4JH

Bangor Castle Walled Garden is a beautiful and tranquil outdoor space popular with visitors of all ages. It features specialist flowers, herbs, topiary and fruit/vegetables, as well as some art. The Garden has won a number of prestigious horticultural awards. The garden has faclities for coffee and light refreshments.

Directions: Parking at the Garden is

currently limited. The nearest parking is at North Down Museum. It is then a short walk to the Garden via a signed pathway.

North Down Museum is accessed from Castle Park Road.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm Sun 10am - 6pm

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Presbyterian Church built 1831 3rd site in Bangor based on ‘D’ Shape presbyterian meeting house, original church in Bangor established 1623.

Directions: Main Street, Bangor.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm Sun Not Open

Large Victorian mansion built 1852 by the Hon. R.E.Ward, local landlord, to designs

by William Burn in Jacobean / Elizabethan revival style. Has served as council offices since 1952. The interior includes much decorative plasterwork and joinery particularly in current council chamber.

Directions: From Abbey Street turn right

onto Castle Park Road, the Museum car park is second on the left

Ballygrot, Helen’s Bay, Crawfordsburn Country Park, BT19 1PU

The Fort was completed in 1907 with at its heart two massive 6 inch diameter guns which commanded the entrance to Belfast Lough. While a key part of Belfast’s defences against naval attack, it proved of limited value during the German air attacks on the city in 1941. There are still two magnificent 23 feet long guns.

Directions: Belfast to Bangor A2 road. Turn

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4:30pm Museum only Sun 10am - 4:30pm

left onto Craigdarragh Rd, signposted Helen’s Bay. Follow road for 1.5 miles turn left onto the “Grey Point” Rd which leads directly on to “The Fort” road. Grey Point Fort is located at end of “The Fort”. Pedestrians can also access Grey Point Fort via the North Down Coastal Path.

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 4pm Sun 12noon - 4pm First Presbyterian Non-Subscribing Church

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Church Road, Holywood, BT18 9BX

Directions: On left hand side of High Street

Directions: From High Street turn up the hill

Imposing classically fronted church designed

by Charles Lanyon c1850. The body of the church features box pews and two "curly" staircases. In the schoolroom below there are six cast iron columns supporting the church above. when approaching the Maypole from Belfast.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 3:30pm Sun Not Open

Designed by Charles Lanyon in 1844 and enlarged by his firm to the present appearance.

The construction is of local stone and brick.

Contains Memorial tablets from the Old Priory Church and a carving by Rosamund Praeger. at the Maypole, past the Methodist Church and turn right after a half mile.

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 4pm Sun 2pm - 4pm

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Directions: On the East edge of Greyabbey

village beside the Rosemount Estate. From Newtownards follow A20 to Greyabbey.

At roundabout, turn left onto Main Street.

At next junction turn left onto Church Street.

The Abbey is on the right.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun 10am - 5pm

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Ballywalter, Springvale, BT22 2PP

Mid 18th century house with Gothic drawing room inspired by Castle Ward. Magnificent park dating from 17th century. Fair collection of Irish Potraits. Lived in by same family since the house was built.

An Italianate palazzo mansion designed by Charles Lanyon for Andrew Mulholland, great, great, great grandfather of the present owner. An opportunity to see how Victorian grandeur is matched with a contemporary twist. Conducted tours. Refreshments and plants for sale in the conservatory.

Directions: Situated on the edge of the

Directions: Entrance at red gates on B5

village of Greyabbey, the estate is on the A.20, seven miles south of Newtownards and 11 miles north of Portaferry. Entance from The Square, Grey Abbey.

Mount Stewart is one of the most unique and unusual gardens in the ownership of the National Trust. The mansion house will be open for you to explore and find out about the conservation project which is planned for 2013.

Conservation in action demonstrations in the house. Children’s House Quiz. Family Garden Trail.

Greyabbey to Ballywalter road.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm. Guided tours will be available

Opening Times: Sat Tours at 10.30am, 12noon,

throughout the day.

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Built in 1817, on land donated by the Londonderry family from Mount Stewart.

A feature of St. Mark’s is the the quality of its stained glass and there are also fine monuments in the sanctuary. A major restoration project was completed in 2009.

Directions: Church Street, Newtownards.

Opening Times: Sat 9pm - 6pm Sun 9am - 6pm. Services at 10am & 11am

Court Street, Newtownards, BT23 7NX The only reasonably well-preserved medieval Dominican priory to survive in Northern Ireland, founded in the mid 13th century. The upper parts of the nave, its westward extension and the north aisle arcade date from a 14th century rebuilding. Part of the Living History programme - See p5.

Directions: A20 from Belfast to Church

Street. Continue to the roundabout, turn right.

At the next traffic lights turn right into Castle Street.

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm Sun Not Open

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Model Primary School

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Church Street, Newtownards, BT23 4AN

Directions: Follow the Portaferry Road

Opening Times: Sat 10pm - 5pm House open from 12pm Sun Open, but normal admission applies

2.30pm lasts for 1 hour. Booking is essential, telephone 028 9054 3022.

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Portaferry Road, Mount Stewart, Newtownards, BT22 2AD

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Scrabo Road, Newtownards, BT23 4NW The original school building was designed, utilizing the local Scrabo stone, by Frederick Darley of Dublin around 1862. It is one of the 28 model schools erected throughout Ireland in the mid 19th century. The building was refurbished in 2006.

Directions: Follow Belfast Road to main

roundabout third exit. Follow Blair Mayne Road to roundabout and take first exit on to Scrabo Road, drive 500 metres.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 2pm Sun Not Open

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The Square, Town Parks, Comber,

Arts Centre, Newtownards

Join your guide Desmond Rainey of Comber Historical Society on the Thomas Andrew's trail in the centenary year of the sinking of RMS Titanic. Visit sites connected with Titanic's designer - including the Parish Church, the Andrews Memorial Hall and Mill, and the Non-Subscribing Church.

Meet at 2.30pm at the Gillespie Monument in Comber Square.

Since its first inhabitants arrived several thousand years ago, the town has been shaped by some of history's most notable civilisations including Normans, Celts and Vikings. Join our tour guide Paul Whitla for a fascinating insight into Newtownards. Please wear comfortable/clothing. Guide dogs only.

Directions: Meet outside the Arts Centre at 2pm, situated in Newtownards town centre with car parks in close proximity.

Directions: Comber is situated about

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Comber Non-Subscribing Church

10 miles from Belfast travelling towards Killyleagh and Downpatrick.

Opening Times: Sat No Tour Sun 2:30pm Tour lasts 2 hours

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17 Windmill Hill, Town Parks, Comber, BT23 5WH A traditional meeting house of stone construction with a classical facade.

The stained glass windows are important with one featuring the Andrews family associated with RMS Titanic. The manse and hall form part of an interesting group.

Directions: Travel up High Street from

the square and at the brow of the hill turn right where the church is signposted along a driveway.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5:30pm Sun 11am - 5:30pm

Saintfield Library, Ballynahinch Road, Saintfield, BT24 7AD Local author, Catherine Charley, will talk about her 3x great grandfather Captain William Pirrie, who was grand father of Lord Pirrie and great grandfather of Thomas Andrews. Find out more about this exciting sea captain, Grandfather of Titanic and listen to other stories of Titanic. For Children aged 8+ and adults.

Directions: Follow A24, at roundabout take

2nd exit onto Saintfield Road, A7. Turn right onto Main Street A21 and library is on the right.

Opening Times: Sat Times to be confirmed, for further information telephone 028 9054 3022.

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Enniskillen Freemason’s Hall

Headhunters Railway Museum

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1-3 Tempo Road, Enniskillen, Agharainy, BT74 6HR Constructed in 1932 to the designs of Benjamin Cowser and John MacGeagh, this carefully crafted masonic hall is one of the finest in Northern Ireland. It enjoys a prominent position at the junction of Dublin Road and Tempo Road. Tea and soft drinks will be available.

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5 Darling Street, Enniskillen, BT74 7DP A trip to the museum brings the golden age of the railway vividly to life and looks at the impact that the railways had on people's lives. Children can enjoy operating signalling equipment, sending messages by morse code and creating their own crayon rubbings of railways signs.

Directions: At the west end of Enniskillen

Directions: In Enniskillen, at the junction

opposite the Methodist Church.

of Dublin Road and Tempo Road, beside Fire Station, next adjoining premises Belmont Court Hotel.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun Not Open

Town Hall

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This imposing building erected 1898 - 1901 was designed by William Scott and built of Carrickreagh stone. Guided tours of the building will be delivered.

Directions: The Townhall is located in the

Enniskillen town centre just off the Diamond.

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 2pm Sun Not Open

Convent of Mercy, Belmore Street, Enniskillen, Tonystick Enniskillen, BT7 6AA The chapel was designed by William Scott in 1904 in the Byzantine Revival style. It is noted for its collection of stained glass by the Tower of Glass, Dublin. Visit Rossorry church to view other examples.

Directions: At junction of Belmore and East Bridge Streets. Behind the Clinton Centre.

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 5pm Sun Not Open

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East Bridge Street, Enniskillen, BT47 7BP The building is in regular use as the sole Courthouse in County Fermanagh. There are a range of Courts which sit in Enniskillen, including Crown, County and Magistrates Courts. There are two Court rooms, Judges rooms, Jury retiring rooms, cells and video conference room. The tour will provide access to areas of the building not normally open to the public.

Castle Barracks, Wellington Road, Enniskillen, Castle Barracks Enniskillen Castle, situated beside the River Erne was built almost 600 years ago by Gaelic Maguires. Guarding one of the few passes into Ulster, it was stategically important through out its history. This historic site houses two museums, Fermanagh County Museum and the Inniskillings Museum. Part of the Living History programme - See p5.

Directions: The courthouse is located at 17

Directions: Situated on Wellington Road,

East Bridge Street, Enniskillen. This is a one-way street on the Belfast side leading to the town centre.

11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm & 2.30pm lasts approx. 40 mins Sun Not Open

Tully Castle

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A fortified house and bawn completed in 1619 and now with a 17th century style garden. Part of the Living History programme - See p5.

Directions: Approximately 15 miles from Enniskillen on the Shore Road.

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 5.30pm Sun 9am - 5.30pm

Directions: On A4, 1.5 miles from

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm. Tours start at 11.15am. Last tour 4pm.

Sun 11am - 5pm. Open but normal charges apply.

Belle Isle Estate Courtyard & Coach House

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Savour the exquisite grandeur of this stunning 18th century mansion. As one of Ireland's finest neo-classical houses, the sumptous Regency interior provides a rare treat for visitors to glimpse what life was like in the home of the Earls of Belmore. Activity in the impressive basement kitchen surrounding the arrival of the Lincoln Range.

Enniskillen, on main Enniskillen - Belfast Road.

within easy walking distance of the town centre. There is a free car park adjacent to the castle.

Opening Times: Sat 10:15am - 3:30pm Tours at 10.30am,

Belfast Road, Enniskillen, Castle Coole

Derrygonnelly, Castletown, Monea

A Plantation castle, built in 1619 for Malcolm Hamilton of Portaferry later Archbishop of Cashel. Captured in the 1641 rising and then occupied by the governor of Enniskillen.

Abandoned about 1750 after an accidental fire.

Part of the Living History programme - See p5.

Directions: 0.5 ml south of Monea village in Castletown demesne.

Opening Times: Sat Open Access Sun Open Access

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Belle Isle Estate, Belle Isle, Lisbellaw, BT94 5HG

Mid-Victorian courtyard and coach houses built as a farmyard by the Porters, where 80 Ayrshire cows were milked by hand. The farmyard also housed turkeys, pigs, calves with a bull pen on one side along with farm offices, fuel and machinery stores. It was completely refurbished in the 1990's. Enjoy the 18th century walled garden with Victorian borders and a recently planted orchard of old Irish apple tree varieties.

Directions: From Lisbellaw follow signs to Carrybridge. At second crossroads pick up brown signs to Belle Isle. At Carrybridge turn left at 'T' junction, Belle Isle is one mile on the right.

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Devenish Parish Church St Molaise

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St Molaise Church, designed by Thomas Drew was built in 1890. The Devenish window and font came from Devenish Island. The church has many beautiful stained glass windows, a Geddes Window and two windows in memory of the Westminster Family.

Directions: Take A46, past Portora Royal

School. Turn left on B81 for Derrygonnelly.

After 4.7 miles turn right for Devenish Parish Church. (Church can be seen from road)

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm Sun 2pm - 5pm

Enniskillen, Devenish An island community founded in the 6th century by St Molaise. Suffered Viking attack and burned in 1157. In the Middle Ages it flourished as the the parish church and St Mary's Augustinian Priory. Best known for its intact round tower, there is much else to see and explore. Part of the Living History programme - See p5.

Directions: Take the A32 from Enniskillen to Trory Point where there will be a free ferry to the island.

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Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark, Marlbank Scenic Route, Florencecourt, Legnabrocky, BT92 1EW

Visitors will be given a unique opportunity to explore the stunning surroundings whilst learning about the geology, wildlife and history of this unique area. All children must be accompanied by an adult. This event is not suitable for persons with limited mobility or children under 10 years old. Warm waterproof clothing & sturdy footwear essential.

Directions: From Enniskillen follow A4 Sligo Road, join A32 (Swadlinbar Road) after 3 miles. From there follow signposts for Marble Arch Caves.

Opening Times: Sat Guided tours at 11am & 2pm. Telephone 028 6634 8855.

Sun Guided tours at 11am & 2pm

Booking essential, telephone 028 6634 0855 or email martina.oneill@fermanagh.gov.uk

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At the centre of this great Irish estate lies Florence Court House, one of the most charming and beautiful mansions in Ulster.

Enjoy a fascinating upstairs/downstairs tour, and then relax in the peaceful gardens and take in the stunning views.

Directions: 8 miles south-west of Enniskillen via A4 and then A32 towards Swanlinbar, well signposted.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm. First tour 11.15am. Last tour 4pm.

Sun 11am - 5pm Open but normal admission charges apply.

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Castle Balfour

Lisnaskea

A walk through Lisnaskea past some of the town’s best known buildings - The Corn market, Butter Market, Balfour Castle (which will open specially) and the Workhouse which will have a re-enactment of a children’s workhouse setting.

Small refreshments for children will be provided. The tour will meet at Doncarragh Hotel, Main Street, Lisnaskea. Part of the Living History programme - See p5.

Directions: Leave the Fivemiletown

to Enniskillen road at Maguire’s Bridge, Lisnaskea is about 3 miles further on.

Opening Times: Sat Tour starts at 2pm lasting approx 1.5 hrs.

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Directions: Signposted off the Main Street in Lisnaskea.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun 10am - 4pm

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One of Ireland's most important nature conservation areas - Crom is home to ancient woodland, picturesque islands and many rare species. Enjoy one of the inspirational woodland walks and nature trails, and visit the Historic Castle ruins and walled garden.

Directions: 3 miles from A34, well signposted from Newtownbutler.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm Sun 11am - 5pm Open but normal admission

Janus Figures

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This is the site of an ancient church or monastery founded by St Ronan, possibly in the 7th century. By the medieval period it was a large important parish, but in ruins by 1622.

Directions: 1.5 miles south of Lisnaskea.

Opening Times: Sat Open Access Sun Open Access

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Keenaghan Old Abbey and Cemetery

St Patrick's Holy Well

Caldragh Cemetery, Boa Island Janus was an ancient Roman deity.

These figures follow the usual pattern with grotesque heads and bodies facing opposite ways. The larger has an opening for offerings between the heads. The smaller has been defaced. They date from the fifth or sixth centuries.

Directions: At the western end of Boa Island 6 miles from Kesh on the road to Belleek.

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 4pm Guide on site Sun 1pm - 4pm Guide on site

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Scheduled monument, two walls of the 15th-century abbey stand to their full height and retain an important medieval window in the east gable. A stone head from the church is held in the Fermanagh County Museum. Evidence uncovered through conservation revealed that the structure was originally thatched.

Directions: Just north of the A47 Belleek -

Kesh Road about 2 miles from Belleek village, at the T junction there is a brown tourist sign indicating Keenaghan Lough. Entance to Abbey 200 metres on left.

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 5pm Sun 12noon - 5pm

Holywell, Belcoo, Cavancarragh

The well is extensive, measuring about one thousand square feet. There are two outlets with an estimated yield of water of 600 gallons per minute. Pilgrimages take place but today the view will be from behind protective fencing. Local history will be available.

Directions: About 1 ml from Belcoo on the Garrison Road. Turn right at the sign for Ballintempo.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open

Sun 2pm - 6pm

Belcoo, Belcoo East Restored station house, platform, signal house, railway gates, lamps, signals and station name.

Original railway documents and receipts held dating back to 1899.

Directions: At top of village on Garrison Road, railway gates and signals denote location.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm Sun Not Open

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The Triumphal Arch Gatelodge

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Colebrooke Estate, near Fivemiletown, Colebrooke Demesne

This Classically proportioned T-shaped lodge was designed to echo the grand style of the main house and form an imposing entance to the estate. Near collapse, Irish Landmark Trust have rescued this building and given it a new life.

Directions: From Maguiresbridge turn right

on to the A4. After 4km turn left at a sign for Stonepark Baptist Church. After 400 metres there is a crossroads with a church, the gate lodge is 200 metres on the left, just inside the gates.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 10am - 4pm

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Magilligan Point, Lower Doaghs, Limavady

The only Martello Tower in Northern Ireland, built in 1812 as part of the coastal defences during the Napoleonic Wars. A standard circular tower of thirty-four courses of Ballyharrigan sandstone with a machicolated projection at the wallhead above the entrance.

No dogs allowed in the Tower. Part of the Living History programme - See p6.

Directions: From Limavady proceed to

Magilligan and the tower is at Magilligan Point, 4 miles to the north-west.

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 5pm Sun 12noon - 5pm

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Colebrooke Park, designed by William Farrell in 1820 is first and foremost a family home, the seat of Viscount & Viscountess Brookeborough and one of Northern Ireland's most important and historic stately homes.

Directions: Between Fivemiletown and

Brookeborough there is a sign for Colebrooke Parish Church, turn at the sign and you will come to a crossroads, turn right and the main entrance is the next on the left. Enter through the 'grand gates' and follow the estate road round to the front of the house. For more detailed directions go to www.colebrooke.info

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When milling declined in the Roe Valley, many buildings were converted to other uses including the generation of electricity.

The main example is the Roe Power Station where J E Ritter experimented with the new technology in 1896. Part of the Living History programme - See p6.

Directions: The Park is signposted from the southern end of Limavady.

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 5pm Sun 12noon - 5pm

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Seventeenth Century Village, Eglinton, Dungiven

Directions: Follow Ballyquinn Road from

Directions: Eglinton is 6 miles from Derry

Green Lane Museum gives visitors the chance to view exhibits relating to the linen and agricultural industries and experience the true flavour of days gone by in Limavady. Both permanent and temporary exhibitions are on display throughout the season.

Limavady to Dungiven. Turn right at sign for Country Park.

107 Seacoast Road, Castlerock, Bennarees, BT51 4TW

This tour will look at the principal features of this well preserved historic village which was the main settlement of the Grocer's Proportion. After 1820 the company carried out significant improvements to the village including its fine sandstone market house.

Hezlett House is one of the oldest vernacular domestic buildings in Northern Ireland. Built in 1691, the uniqueness of the cottage lies in its rare cruck frame and family history.

Refreshments for sale in Hezlett reception.

Directions: Situated at the corner of junction of the main A6 Coleraine to Derry Road.

on the main A2 route to Limavady.

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm Sun 1pm - 5pm

Mussenden Temple

Opening Times: Sat No Event Sun 2pm - 3pm. Tour commences from gate of Church of Ireland.

Limavady Union Workhouse Talk and Tour

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun 10am - 5pm Normal admission charges apply.

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Downhill Demesne, Downhill, Coleraine, BT51 4RP Visit the stunning landscape of Downhill Demesne with its beautiful gardens and magnificent walks. Discover the striking 18th century mansion of the eccentric Earl Bishop of Derry that lies in ruin, then explore Mussenden Temple perched on the cliff edge.

Directions: 1mile west of Castlerock and 5 miles west of Coleraine. On Coleraine Downhill coast road (A2).

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm. Tour starts at 2pm and lasts 1 hour.

Sun Open but normal charges apply.

Roe Valley Hospital, 24d Benevenagh Drive, Rathbrady More, Limavady, BT49 OAQ

One of the best surviving examples of a Union Workhouse left in Ireland. Recently refurbished retaining some original areas e.g. intact womens dormitory. Guided talk and tour with refreshments. Booking is not essential but it helps us prepare! Tel 028 7776 9160 for further details.

Directions: From Limavady town centre

Market Yard, New Market Street, Coleraine, BT52 1EH

Causeway Museum Service invites you to visit Coleraine Market Yard to view the recent conservation work, funded by the Landfill Communities Fund and NIEA Listed Buildings Grant Scheme. Come for a guided walk through the Victorian streets of Coleraine to meet the characters who lived and worked there over a century ago. Part of the Living History programme - See p6.

follow signs for Scroggy Rd Health Centre or Roe Valley Hospital. See www.lcdi.co.uk

Directions: Meet at the New Market Street

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun Tour at 2pm. Lasts 1.5 hrs.

Opening Times: Sat 11:30am - 2pm. First Tour at 11.30am,

entrance to the Market Yard.

Second Tour at 2pm.

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Circular Road, Coleraine, BT52 1BW 1854 Grade B+ Listed Building by Isaac Farrell, Dublin. Built in the form of a small Roman Corinthian Temple. Beautiful coved ceiling with intricate moulding. Fine Copeman-Hart organ. Refreshments available, Organ recitals Sat and Sun on the hour.

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Union Hall Place, Londonderry, BT48 6LU Museum contains two main exhibits - 'Story of Derry', local history, and 'Spanish Armada - La Trinidad Valancera', story of an Armada shipwreck.

Directions: Follow signs for City Centre,

Directions: Opposite Dunnes Stores -

museum located adjacent to City Walls bordering Waterloo Place - Guildhall Square.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 6pm. Tour starts at 2pm and lasts

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4:30pm Sun Not Open

Harbour.

1 hour.

The 'B1' Listed Building now houses N.Ireland's largest community Arts Centre and has recently been restored (2004 BBC Restoration N.Irish winner). Historic tours and childrens art classes. Part of the Arts Council N.I programme - See p4.

Directions: The Playhouse is situated

Sun 2pm - 6pm. Tours throughout the day Sat and Sun.

beside the historic city walls, 30 metres from Foyleside Shopping Centre and 50 from The Diamond.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm. Tours at 10am, 11am, 12noon, 2pm & 3pm.

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Apprentice Boys' Memorial Hall

St Columb's Cathedral

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Grand Parade, The Walls of Derry, Londonderry

13 Society Street, Londonderry, BT48 6PJ

The Memorial Hall is the home of the Apprectice Boys collection of memorabilia and artefacts that have been collected over decades.

The hall remains an important building within Londonderry. It was constructed in 1873 in Scottish Baronial style to the designs of John Guy Ferguson and represents a meeting point for Apprentice Boys and friends from UK Ireland and beyond.

Directions: From the Diamond, go up Bishop Street to Society Street - 1st turn on right.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun 2pm - 5pm

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5-7 Artillery Street, Londonderry, BT48 6RG

Built in 1633, St Columb's is the oldest building within the walled city. The museum contains a chalice of 1613 and artefacts from the siege of 1688-89. First cathedral to be built in the British Isles after the Reformation.

Extensive restoration to Cathedral during 2010/2011. Tours on request and group tours if pre-booked. Tel: 028 7126 7313.

Ancient Christian site dating from 546AD. St Columba founded the city at site and also the first church of the plantation in 1603. Earliest gravestone 1611. Many famous gravestones 'From this site Columba sailed to Iona, 546AD bringing Christianity to Britain'. Gothic Revival with hammerbeam roof.

Directions: From The Diamond turn left into

Directions: Within walled city - situated on

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 5pm. Tours available on request Sun Open only for Services at 8am, 11am

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm. Tours at 11am, 12pm, 1pm,

Bishop Street, London Street is the first street on the left.

and 4pm. Everyone is welcome.

walls next to Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall and 1st Derry Presbyterian Church.

2pm, 3pm

Sun 2pm - 5pm. Tours at 2pm, 3pm, 4pm

Derry's Walls Walking Tour

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The only remaining completely walled city in Ireland and one of the finest examples in Europe. The Walls, of the 17th century, form a walkway around the old inner city and a tour is a must for all visitors.

Directions: Meet at Derry Visitor and

25 Bishop Street, Londonderry, BT48 6PR This three-storey red brick building, built in 1753 and extended in 1800 was the Bishops' Palace until 1946. It was the residence of Cecil Frances Alexander who wrote, 'All things bright and beautiful' and 'There is a green hill far away'.

Directions: From the Diamond go up Bishop

Convention Bureau, Foyle Street, at 3pm.

Opening Times: Sat Tour at 3pm and lasts 1 hour Sun Tour at 3pm and lasts 1 hour

Street towards Bishop Gate, Freemason's Hall is opposite Courthouse.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm. Tours on the hour from 10am Sun Not Open

Stable Lane and Mall Wall, Bishop Street Within, Stable Lane, Derry-Londonderry, BT48 6PU The Verbal Arts Centre is Irelands only centre devoted to literature and the language arts. The Centre provides workshops and education and training programmes encouraging everyone to read, write, tell their stories, learn from others, listen, communicate and create. Integrated within the building are a number of arts and crafts pieces.

Directions: Follow directions to the city

centre and the Diamond. At the Diamond turn into Bishop Street Within and proceed to Bishop Gate. The entrance to the Verbal Arts Centre is on the right at Bishop Gate (Stable Lane which runs in along the walls).

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 2pm Sun Not Open First Derry Presbyterian Church

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Upper Magazine Street, Londonderry, BT48 First Derry built on the site purchased with Queen Mary's donation to reward Presbyterian loyality during the seige.

Re-opened following major repairs in May 2011 to address structural damage due to dry rot. First Derry is an iconic component of the Derry/Londonderry Built Heritage. It comprises a sacred space, visitors centre and exterior historic trail travelling backwards from 2011-1642.

Directions: First Derry Presbyterian is

located on Historic City Walls overlooking Bogside and Free Derry Corner, beside APOD Memorial Hall.

Opening Times: Sat 10:30am - 4pm Sun 2pm - 4pm

The Historic Walls of Derry, Bishop’s Gate, Bishop’s Street,L’Derry, BT48

Get up close and personal with Ulster’s largest ancient monument in the company of specialists. Instruments of War: a tour examining the design and use of Derry’s Walls and Siege Cannon. Free refreshments at end of tour. Part of the Living History programme - See p6.

Directions: Tours will start by Bishop’s Gate in Bishop’s Street within.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open Sun 1pm - lasts 1.5 hours. Tours are free but tickets must be obtained in advance from The Playhouse Theatre Booking Office telephone 028 7126 8027. Numbers will be limited so early booking is recommended. A free guide souvenir to Derry’s Walls will be available to all participants.

The Historic Walls of Derry, Bishop’s Gate, Bishop’s Street, L’Derry, BT48

Get up close and personal with Ulster’s largest ancient monument in the company of specialists. Speaking Stones-the geology and architecture of Derry’s walls and Historic Buildings. Free refreshments at end of tour.

Directions: Tours will start by Bishop’s Gate in Bishop’s Street within.

Opening Times: Sat Not Open

Sun 3pm - lasts 1.5 hours. Tours are free but tickets must be obtained in advance from The Playhouse Theatre Booking Office telephone 028 7126 8027. Numbers will be limited so early booking is recommended. A free guide souvenir to Derry’s Walls will be available to all participants.

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St Eugene's Cathedral

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19-21 Carlisle Road, Londonderry, BT48 6JJ Neo-Gothic style with a delicate spire and flying buttresses. Internally the church is theatre-style with the organ behind the pulpit.

Directions: Cross Craigavon Bridge from

Waterside and take the second exit off the roundabout up Carlisle Road and the church is on the right.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 1pm Sun 2pm - 5pm

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St Eugene's Cathedral, Francis Street, Edenballymore, Derry, BT48 9AP

Long Tower Street, Derry, BT48 6RH

Directions: The Cathedral is situated at the

Directions: From Bishop Gate turn right into

Built to the designs of JJ McCarthy in 1873 in a sparse Gothic style. The six-bay nave arcades are supported on octagonal shafts, with a clerestory, aisles and a short chancel flanked by north and south side chapels. top of William Street, with a 10 min walking distance from Foyle Street Bus Station and 30 min walking distance from train station.

St Columba's Church occupies the site of a monastry founded by St Columba in 546. The foundations of the building started in 1748 lie under the present church that was extended and remodelled in 1909.

Long Tower Street (immediately before Long Tower Primary School).

Opening Times: Sat 12pm - 4pm Sun Not Open

Foyle Valley Railway Museum

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 8:30pm. Service at 6pm Sun 7:30am - 8:30pm. Services at 8am, 10am and 12noon

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37 Morshraid Sheamais, Edenballymore, Doire, BT48 7DF A flagship 4.6million pound Irish language and cultural centre based in Derry. Designed

by Architects O'Donnell and Tuomey, winning multiple awards for innovative design and use of space. Visitors can take Irish language class, learn traditional instruments, go to a concert, or enjoy the friendly cafe atmosphere

Directions: At the A2 roundabout directly in front of the City Hotel (Foyle Embankment), take the road B529. Continue on this road until you come to the Culturlann building.

On street parking available for one hour.

Opening Times: Sat 9am - 4pm Sun 9am - 4pm

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The museum is dedicated to telling the rich railway history of the city and surrounding area. At the heart of the exhibition is a recreated railway station platform and within the displays visitors can find out about some of the various railway companies which once operated out of the city.

Directions: Cross the Craigavon Bridge by

the lower deck and the museum is immediately on the left.

Opening Times: Sat 10pm - 4:30pm Sun Not Open

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32 Chapel Road, Waterside, Clooney, Derry, BT47 2BB The church is of cruciform plan with nave eight bays long, transepts one bay long, stone faced in a mixture of sandstone ashlar and schist random rubble, pitched slated roof with square belfry rising out of roof at west end and crowned with spire.

Directions: From Craigavon Bridge, go on to Spencer Road. Located on the west side of Chapel Road immediately south of the junction with Malvern Terrace.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm Sun Not Open for EHOD- usual masses

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Built in 1841 as a self-contained barracks and extended during the following 162 years.

The visit will be a walking tour with limited access because of construction works. Booking is recommended as capacity is limited. Lines open 24 hours, telephone 028 7132 9613.

Directions: From A2 Waterside area, turn

into Columb's Road, left into Browning Drive, 2nd gate on left.

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 4pm First tour at 1pm Sun 1pm - 4pm First tour at 1pm

Prehen, Londonderry, BT47

Ashbrook is unique in that it has been continuously lived in by the same family since before the plantation. The house and family have strong historic links with the City of Derry. Refreshments available.

1740. Architect: Michael Priestley. This is a rubble stone building with central pediment and Gibbsian detail. Home of the Tompkins family who married into the Knox family.

Prehen means ‘wood of the crows’ - visit here and you will see why.

Directions: From Derry City take A6

Directions: Behind and above the Everglades

towards Belfast, After Altnagelvin Hospital continue down hill. Before bridge turn right signed Ardmore & Beech Hill Hotel Ashbrook is half a mile on left signed Ashbrook Garden Centre.

Hotel, take the Prehen Road off Victoria Road, turn left into Prehen Park, house at end.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Tour times 10am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm & 4pm Tours last 45mins

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Dungiven Priory and Chancel

Ballynascreen Glebe

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm Booking is essential, telephone 028 7134 2829

Sun 2pm - 5pm Booking is essential, telephone 028 7134 2829

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The 13th century chancel at Dungiven is the most accomplished piece of church architecture of its date in mid Ulster, just as the 15th century tomb against its south wall is the most distinguished late medieval altar tomb in the north.

Directions: Drive towards Dungiven from

Glenshane on A6 and it is signposted on the left before the town. Reached by foot down a long lane.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 4pm Sun 2pm - 4pm

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20 Springhill Road, Ballindrum, Moneymore, BT45 7NQ

Directions: 1.75 miles from Draperstown on

Directions: Springhill House is

1794. Substantial three-storey late Georgian house with a segmental bay on each gable.

The finish is of harling with stone dressings.

Restored 1997. Built as a rectory for the parish - one rector was uncle of Bishop Montgomery of Tasmania. Teas available, voluntary donation for charity. left. 2.5 miles from Tobermore on right.

Opening Times: Sat Not open Sun 2pm - 5.30pm

Arguably the prettiest house in Ulster.

A stunning vista as visitors approach up the drive and see the house in all its glory.

Fantastic views from the Old Windmill site which is a short walk from the house.

Children's play area, (See the wigloo... a willow house made from living willow)

approximately half a mile outside Moneymore Village (Cookstown) on the Springhill Road.

Signposted from the village itself.

Opening Times: Sat 12pm - 5pm Sun Open 12pm - 5pm but normal charges will apply.

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Bellaghy Bawn, 27 Castle Street Bellaghy, Old Town Downing, Magherafelt, BT45 8LA

Stewartstown Road, Ballygally Glebe, Cookstown

Erected in the 17th century as a Vinters' Company Plantation fortified house and bawn.

It is now a living building which interprets the history of this beautiful region and its influence on one of our greatest poets, Seamus Heaney. Part of the Living History programme - See p6.

The magnificent hilltop enclosure comes into historical prominence in the 11th century when it was a dynastic centre and inauguration place of the Cenel nEogain (later the O’Neills). It was the residence of the O’Hagan’s who, with the O’Cahans, performed the inauguration ceremony. Part of the Living History programme - See p6.

Directions: Bellaghy Bawn is situated in

Directions: 2.5 miles from Cookstown on the

Bellaghy village, which is 3 miles beyond Toome, signposted off A6.

Opening Times: Sat 12pm - 5pm Sun 12pm - 5pm

Opening Times: Sat Open Access Sun Open Access

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9 Claggan Road, Cookstown, BT80 9XE

Beautiful neo Romanesque church which celebrated its centenary in 2008. It was built, at no cost to the parish, by a parishioner, Matthew Corr, who had made a lot of money in the United States. No expense was spared.

Directions: From Cookstown take Lissan Road. B162.

Opening Times: Sat 10pm - 7pm Tour starts at 2pm.

Sun 12pm - 9pm Tour starts at 2pm.

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B520 to Stewartstown. Car park at foot of long path to site.

A505 to Omagh. Mill is on Wellbrook Road.

It is signposted from the main CookstownOmagh Road.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 6pm. Tours on demand as visitor numbers dictate.

Sun Open, but normal charges apply.

Lissan House

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Killymaddy Tourist Centre, 190 Ballygawley Road, Killymaddy, Dungannon, BT70 1TF

Coalisland Enterprise Centre, 51 Dungannon Road, Coalisland, BT71 4HP

An enchanting country residence set within a 250 acre demesne. The house boasts modern interactive exhibits and original furnishings, combining to take visitors on a unique journey through the history of the estate and the Staples family characters who have shaped it.

Step back in time in the bog museum with a collection of old artefacts which reveal much about the rich and varied history of Ireland before and after the Ice Age. Visit the indoor bog and craft shop. Irish Rural Tourism Award Winner.

Directions: The entrance to Lissan house is located approximately 2 miles north of Cookstown. Just off the B162 Lough Fea Road.

Directions: Exit 14 from M1, 3 miles on A45 to Coalisland.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm. Last admissions 4pm Sun Not Open

Opening Times: Sat 10:30am - 5pm Sun Not Open

A self guided tour. Come find your way where others have gone for centuries before in the Clogher Valley. The trail features the mysterious passage tomb at Knockmany, the impressive burial tower of George Brackenbridge and the quaint cottage of Arthur William Carlton.

Directions: The Killymaddy Visitor Centre is on the B34 Ballygawley road between Dungannon and Enniskillen.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm

Sun 10am - 4pm. Information available from Killymaddy Visitor Centre.

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Donaghmore and Castlecaulfield, Dungannon

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A self-guided tour that includes the early Christian cross in Donaghmore and the ruins of the 17th century Castle Caulfield. Leaflets describing the route are available from main shops in both towns.

The Carlton trail is named in honour of the local 19th century poet and novelist, William Carlton. Begins and end in Clogher, extends for 30 miles, it has been divided into convenient shorter sections for walkers.

The trail is open all year.

Directions: Donaghmore is signposted 2

Directions: The Killymaddy Visitor Centre

Directions: 1 mile from dual carriageway

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm

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miles north-west of Dungannon. Killymaddy Visitor Centre is on the B34 Ballygawley Road between Dungannon and Enniskillen.

Opening Times: Sat Self guided tours throughout the day Sun Self guided tours throughout the day leaflets available from Killymaddy Visitor Centre open from 10am - 4pm both days.

is on the B34 Ballygawley Road between Dungannon and Enniskillen.

tour are available from the Killymaddy Visitor Centre.

57 Parkanaur Road, Stakernaugh Dungannon, BT70 3AA

Property was owned by the Burgess family for six generations, they sold estate to Thomas Doran in 1958. A college was opened 1960 for students with learning difficulties. Part of the house is used for wedding functions.

Belfast - Omagh, follow Donaghmore and Castlecaulfield sign and Parkanaur Forest.

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144 Derrycaw Road, Derrycaw, Moy, BT71 6NA Stunning Country House overlooking the River Blackwater. The house is a treasure trove of Victorian clutter and artefacts. A range of walks through gardens and parkland surround the house. Coffee shop, bookshop and second hand bookshop on site. Children’s play area.

Directions: Property is signposted from the

Main Street, Benburb, BT71 7JZ A bawn built by Sir Richard Wingfield around 1615, on or near a stronghold of Shane O'Neill. The North-West flanker has been restored. Works are taking place at the North-East flanker at present. Part of the Living History programme - See p6.

Directions: Leave M1 at junction 15 on

A29. At Moy take Benburb Road. Park in the Servite Priory car park, off Main Street. Castle is a short walk downhill.

M1 and from Armagh and Moy. Junction 13 or 14 off the M1 will bring visitors directly to the property if they follow the brown signs.

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 5pm. Last tour 4pm.

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Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 5:00pm Sun Not Open

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10 Main Street, Benburb, Dungannon, BT71 7JZ Former Manor House built in 1890 to designs of WH Lynn for a Belfast businessman.

The rich interior has ornate timber detailing and plasterwork and has been a Servite Priory since 1949.

Directions: Leave M1 at J15 on A29.

At Moy take Benburb road. Priory on left on Main Street, gates always opened.

Opening Times: Sat 9:30am - 6pm Sun 9:30am - 6pm

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Grant Ancestral Homestead

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Dergina, Ballygawley, BT70 1TW

John Simpson, born here, emigrated to America in 1760. He was the maternal grandfather of Ulysses Simpson Grant, commander in the Civil War and the 18th President of the United States. Audiovisual show, children's play area, bike rental and wildlife garden.

Directions: Off B34, 13 miles west of Dungannon.

Opening Times: Sat Open all day. Booking not required Sun Open all day. Booking not required

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Castlecaulfield, Drumreany, Dungannon, BT70

42 Main Street, Caledon, BT68 4T2

1680 and 1860. Built under the auspices of Rev. George Walker, later defender of Londonderry. Windows from the old church at Donaghmore and a sundial of 1485.

Mausoleum of Burges family of Parkanaur.

Caledon Courthouse dates from around 1822 - Believed to have been designed by William Murray. The Courthouse features a pedimented central bay of fine ashlar and a cupola complete with bell.

Refreshments available.

Directions: Prominently sited at the north

Directions: From Armagh follow A28

end of the village.

Opening Times: Sat Open all day. Booking essential, telephone 028 8776 1214.

Sun Open all day. Booking essential, telephone 028 8776 1214. Services at 12noon and 7pm. All welcome.

(Killylea Road), from Eglish follow B45.

Courthouse in centre of Caledon village.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 12noon. Tours available Sun Not Open

An Creagan Visitor Centre

Paeder Haughey Farm

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Creggan, Omagh A fascinating building, designed to reflect the archaeological sites in the region, nestled in a quaint and tranquil setting. The building houses an audiovisual archaeological exhibition including finds from local digs, a dugout log boat and wedge tomb in the outdoor area.

Directions: An Creagan is situated on

the A505 midway between Omagh and Cookstown.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 5pm Sun 11am - 5pm

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109 Clanabogan Road, Omagh, BT78 1SL

Directions: Off A505 main road,

Directions: Turn right about 2 miles out of

The farm is steeped in the history and culture of the Creggan area. Paeder Haughey was the last native Irish speaker in this area and was renowned for welcoming students of Irish to his home to converse with him and pass on his Tyrone dialect. approximately midway between Omagh and Cookstown. Ask at nearby An Creagan centre for directions.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 4pm Sun 11am - 4pm

Tyrone County Club

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Gothic Revival Church of Ireland, built 1863 to designs by Welland and Gillespie, with interior by Thomas Drew c.1889. The High Victorian interior is of particular interest with memorials, ornately detailed marble and mosaic tiles.

Omagh on the road to Enniskillen. Follow sign for Clanabogan.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun Not Open

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Old Mountfield Road, Mullaghmore, Omagh, BT79 7EX

Once the parent house of Knocknamoe Castle, this fully restored Georgian house retains many period features. Includes outbuildings and showroom, all set within three acres of gardens.

Guided tours.

Directions: Take Mountjoy Road in Gortin

direction, then right after the fire station and a futher 0.5 miles to Mullaghmore House.

Opening Times: Sat 10:30am - 6pm. Tour at 11am lasting 1.5 hours

Sun 12:30pm - 6pm. Tour at 2pm lasting 1.5 hours

10 High Street, Omagh, BT78 1BQ Four storey County Club with classical detailing positioned in the centre of Omagh.

Built circa 1900 to the designs of G W Ferguson. Interior is well preserved and includes many interesting features.

Directions: Enter town centre and continue up Main street towards the courthouse building on the right beside the Ulster Bank.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 4pm Sun Not Open

Old Rectory, 14 Sloughan Road, Lisky Glebe, Drumquin, BT78 4PF Unusual 250 year old, 5 bay, 4 storey Georgian rectory in park-like woodland setting of 5 acres with a river running by. Date stone in Latin with porch added in 1828.

Refreshments available.

Directions: On Omagh-Castlederg road.

From Omagh turn left in Main Street and go over bridge. Turn left up the hill, left fork at top and drive 1 mile. Park near Church and walk through small gate opposite.

Opening Times: Sat 4pm - 6pm Sun 3pm - 7pm

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Newtownstewart Castle

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The home of the Duke and Duchess of Abercorn; built in the late 18th century and extensively remodelled 1819-41 and again 1947-50 and 1975-77. Baronscourt is one of the largest and most important country houses in Northern Ireland and has a magnificent interior.

Directions: 4 miles south west of

Newtownstewart to the west of the B84.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 4:30pm Tours at 2pm. Tour lasts

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The castle, built in the early seventeenth century by Sir Robert Newcom, suffered in the 1641 rebellion and then was burned in 1689 by the forces of James II returning from the siege of Londonderry.

Directions: At the end of Main Street.

There is a car park in adjacent Townhall Street.

Opening Times: Sat 10am - 5pm Sun 10am - 5pm

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44 Barrack Street, Town Parks of Strabane, Strabane, BT82 8HD Large almost Cathedral-like cruciform church of 1895. Designed by William Hague in the C13th French Gothic style, with large four stage tower and spire. This impressive church contains fine mosaic work, altar fittings and stained glass.

Directions: Barrack Street is parallel with the Mourne river and can be accessed from Bridge Street via Meeting House Street and on to Barrack Street. Coming in from Derry, do not take the by pass.

Opening Times: Sat 11am - 6pm Sun 2pm - 6:30pm

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49 Main Street, Town Parks of Strabane, Strabane, BT82 8AU A treasure trove of printing history.

This is where John Dunlap the printer of the American declaration of independence learnt his trade.

Directions: On Main street in the centre of Strabane.

Opening Times: Sat 1pm - 5pm Sun Not Open

78 Ballee Road, Artigarvan, Holy-Hill, Strabane, BT82 OAA

28 Spout Road, Dergalt, Strabane, BT82 8NB

Directions: From Artigarvan take the Art

Directions: Situated on the Stabane to

Impressive Georgian house dating from about 1670 set in beautiful mature grounds. Home of the Sinclair family for 250 years. King James' troops came to burn it down after the seige of Derry. Holy Hill has a fine interior.

Refreshments in aid of cancer research.

Road opposite the post office, continue on this road for about one mile to the top of the hill.

Entrance is on the left.

Opening Times: Sat 12noon - 6pm Sun 3pm - 6pm

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The singular interest of this Ulster house on the slopes of the Sperrin Mountains lies in its reputation as the homestead of James Wilson, the grandfather of President Woodrow Wilson, the 28th President of the United States of America.

Plumbridge road 2 miles south-east of Strabane.

Opening Times: Sat 2pm - 5pm Sun 2pm - 5pm

Navigate your way through the narrows to reach St John’s Point Lighthouse

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Children’s Art Competition If you’re aged between 5 and 14 send us your original artwork inspired by your favourite building. It could be one you visited during the EHOD weekend or one close to where you live.

Prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third in each age group. Winning entries will also be displayed on our website.

Closing Date 12th October

Teddy’s Day Out Photography Competition This special photographic competition is open to all ages. Why not bring your special cuddly friend with you to visit your favourite historic building and record its day out.

A special prize will be awarded to the best image and a selection of the entries will be displayed on our website.

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Win a n iPad 3

European Heritage Open Days Through Your Eyes Do more than just record your visit to a favourite building – take the time to capture its essence and submit your favourite image to this year’s Heritage Exposed competition. This year entry is easier than ever – digital images can be entered by a few clicks on the EHOD website www.discovernorthernireland.com/ehod Open to all ages, the author of the winning photograph will take home an iPad 3. The best entries will be displayed on the EHOD website.

Closing Date 12th October

Denise McDowell Gary Johnston

Dennis Garrett

Important Imformation for All Competitions Closing dates for all competitions is 12th October 2012 and the winners will be invited to the owner’s thank you event in November to receive their prizes. For entry forms, rules and further details, log on to www.discovernorthernireland.com/ehod or call 028 9054 3022 or e-mail ehd@doeni.gov.uk

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Important

Please note that the organisers of European Heritage Open Days 2012 and the owners of buildings accept no responsibility  whatsoever for any loss or damage to any motor vehicle or property occurring within any car parking area. All vehicles are  left entirely at the owner’s risk.

Please remember that the private buildings are open only on Sat 8th and/or Sun 9th September 2012, we ask you to respect the owners’ privacy at all other times. If you are planning a group visit to a building, please contact the NIEA office (tel: 028 9054 3022) – informing owners in advance will assist all concerned.

We have made every effort to ensure that the information in this brochure is correct at the time of printing.

No responsibility will be taken for misinformation.