Blog (What's On) - Visit Mourne Mountains

There’s something very special in the air in Mourne, Gullion and Strangford now that the summer sun is ebbing away. You can feel the crisp autumn breeze, curl up at the crackling log fire and watch the bristling leaves, floating delicately towards the ground.  All this inspires us to immerse ourselves in the great outdoors and wide open spaces.

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.

Granny was freed from the grouchy old wolf in Delamont Country Park and the ‘Wacky Wardrobe of Wonder’ was filled with madness and mayhem in the magical land of Narnia.

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. 

Join us on Saturday 29 to Monday 31 May 2021 on Facebook as we launch ‘Reimagine’ the first ever online arts festival, celebrating the beauty and creativity across the Newry, Mourne and Down area.