Blog (Things To Do) - Visit Mourne Mountains

Join us for a giant weekend of music and food at the Eats & Beats festival in Newcastle, County Down on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 September.

The Heritage Walks Festival is a range of walks providing a great opportunity to connect with local heritage and environment in the Downpatrick area between Monday 12 and Saturday 17 June. 

This May we are so lucky to have three bank holidays to take some time off to be with our friends and family, so let us show you how to enjoy every moment, even on a budget!

The Mourne Mountains, Ring of Gullion and Strangford Lough areas are home to expansive woodlands and dedicated parks. Whether you want to escape to the forest, spend a fun family day out in one of our many adventure play parks, or enjoy an event, you’ll be well catered for in Counties Down and Armagh. 

Everyone knows that the Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion area is really just one giant adventure park. There are surely few better places on earth for outdoor fun and your kids are sure to love it here. Should it rain, and that can happen on occasion in these parts, there are plenty of budget-friendly things to do indoors too.

Stuck for a Father's Day gift or looking for ways to spend the day enjoying yourself?  Here's some idea to get you sorted.

It’s time to book your tickets and head to the oldest racecourse in Ireland to enjoy a day of horseracing.

The Vikings first came to Ireland as raiders but began to settle here by the ninth century. In the south of the country they founded the towns of Dublin, Waterford, Wexford, Cork and Limerick.

Archaeologists have found evidence for these southern towns, but no traces of settlements, and relatively few Viking objects, in the north of Ireland. However, the name ‘Strangford’ is a Viking word, referring to the strong currents in the Narrows of the Lough.

The Mournes, Gulliion and Strangford  are giant jewels and it’s something we want to share with you. So come and say hello and we’ll show you our giant spirit.

Captured over 12 months, 40 wild camps and over 100 treks in the most gruelling conditions - take a breathtaking timelapse journey through the 4 seasons in the Mourne Mountains, some one of the most scenic landmarks on the Island of Ireland. ‘Mourne’ explores the beautiful and rugged landscapes of the Kingdom of Mourne.

Play three superb golf courses over four days.  Offer includes 18 holes at the number one golf course in the world!  From Saturday 16 - Tuesday 19 October. 'Play & Stay' offers are available. 

Following the government announcement restrictions are starting to ease.  The regulations for the easing of restrictions from 23 and 30 April 2021 have now been published and 24 May 2021 was announced for the reopening of other accommodation and the hospitality sector in Northern Ireland. If you're planning your next staycation or thinking of coming to Visit Mourne for a great day out, here are some suggestions on what's open.

Gardening enthusiasts will love this wee corner of the world. The Mourne Mountains and Ring of Gullion is already something of a paradise to begin with, but over the years its spectacular charm has inspired green fingered pioneers who have worked with the landscape to carve out some sparkling displays of colour and beauty.