Local Area
Hillsborough (7 miles)
The Georgian village of Hillsborough is home to visiting Royalty, Ambassadors and the British Prime Minister during official visits to the North of Ireland.
Hillsborough hosts an Oyster Festival on the first weekend of September each year which attracts thousands of visitors from as far away as Japan, Russia, the United States of America and Argentina. The festivities include boat racing, parachuting, garden fêtes, oyster eating and Guinness drinking – all in the name of fun, revelry and charity. But its charming, historic streets are wonderful to wander through at any time of the year.
Hillsborough boasts many famous Bistro Pubs and Restaurants, namelyThe Plough , The Hillside and The Marquis of Downshire. There is also a varied selection of gift shops and fashion boutiques.
Recommendations:
Rowallane Gardens Hill Walking in The Mourne Mountains
Tyrella Beach Rockmount Golf ClubCastlewellan Forest Park
Sightseeing in BelfastCastle WardThe Bronte Homeland
Shopping in Victoria Square, BelfastDiscount Shopping
