Sea Cruises & Nature Trails – North Down Borough Council
Saturday 5th July Sea Cruise Bangor Enjoy a short sea cruise taking in the splendid views of Belfast Lough and the North Down coastline but ensure to keep an eye out for the variety of bird life including native birds and seasonal migrants and perhaps even a seal or two playing in the waves along the way.
The cruise departs from Pickie Fun Park to Groomsport and Belfast Lough at 12noon. The Sea Cruise will last approx 1.5 to 2 hours aboard Rachlyn under the guidance of local skipper Brian Meharg. (Subject to favourable sea conditions).
Tickets: Adults - £10, Concession - £5 (under 16, over 65, full time students) and a Family Ticket - £25 (2ad + 2ch). Please note tickets must be booked in advance and are available through Bangor Tourist Information Office and North Down Museum.
Saturday 26th July Nature Trails Bangor This nature trail is both interactive and insightful around the grounds of Castle Park and offers a great experience. A guide from the Woodland Trust will share their knowledge with you: See the park come alive and re-discover the joys and secrets that nature holds. The walk will last approx 1 hour and cover around 2 miles of Castle Park. The Nature Trail will set off from North Down Museum at 2.30pm.
Tickets: Adults - £5, Concession - £4 (under 16, over 65, full time students) and a Family ticket - £15 (max 2ad + 2ch). Please note tickets must be booked in advance and are available through Bangor Tourist Information Office and North Down Museum. For tickets or more information: 91270069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com.
Sunday 27th July Entertainment Bangor FREE live entertainment every weekend from 3-5pm. Street theatre on Eisenhower Pier with the chaotic antics of Moustacha & his Amazing Camel, and live music in Ward Park with The Easy Listening Country Classics. For more info: T.I.C. 9127 0069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com.Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th July Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th July Family Fun Groomsport FREE family fun at Cockle Row Cottages in Groomsport from 2-4pm. Try making your own Peg Dolls & Doll's House Accessories on Saturday or on Sunday have a go at Calligraphy & Basket making. For more info: T.I.C. 9127 0069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com.
Sunday 10th August Sea Cruise Bangor Enjoy a short sea cruise taking in the splendid views of Belfast Lough and the North Down coastline but ensure to keep an eye out for the variety of bird life including native birds and seasonal migrants and perhaps even a seal or two playing in the waves along the way.
The cruise departs from Pickie Fun Park to Crawfordsburn and Belfast Lough on Sunday 10th August 2pm. The Sea Cruise will last approx 1.5 to 2 hours aboard Rachlyn under the guidance of local skipper Brian Meharg. (Subject to favourable sea conditions).
Tickets: Adults - £10 Concession - £5 (under 16, over 65, full time students) and a Family Ticket - £25 (2ad + 2ch). Please note tickets must be booked in advance and are available through Bangor Tourist Information Office and North Down Museum.
Saturday 17th August Nature Trails Bangor This nature trail is both interactive and insightful around the grounds of Castle Park and offers a great experience. A guide from the Woodland Trust will share their knowledge with you: See the park come alive and re-discover the joys and secrets that nature holds. The walk will last approx 1 hour and cover around 2 miles of Castle Park.
The Nature Trail will set off from North Down Museum at 2.30pm. Tickets: Adults - £5, Concession - £4 (under 16, over 65, full time students) and a Family ticket - £15 (max 2ad + 2ch). Please note tickets must be booked in advance and are available through Bangor Tourist Information Office and North Down Museum.
Friday 22th August Sea Cruise Bangor Enjoy a short sea cruise taking in the splendid views of Belfast Lough and the North Down coastline but ensure to keep an eye out for the variety of bird life including native birds and seasonal migrants and perhaps even a seal or two playing in the waves along the way.
The cruise departs from Pickie Fun Park to Crawfordsburn and Belfast Lough on Friday 22nd August at 7pm. The Sea Cruise will last approx 1.5 to 2 hours aboard Rachlyn under the guidance of local skipper Brian Meharg. (Subject to favourable sea conditions).
Tickets Adults - £10, Concession - £5 (under 16, over 65, full time students) Family Ticket - £25 (2ad + 2ch). Please note tickets must be booked in advance and are available through Bangor Tourist Information Office and North Down Museum.
2008 North Down Borough Council Summer Events June - December
JUNE Weekend Summer Entertainment - June to August Cockle Row Cottages, Groomsport Each weekend from June through August between 2-4pm the traditional Cockle Row Cottages comes alive with fun for all the family. Relax and listen to live music, get close to nature with animal road shows or try your hand at craft making. This is just a taste of what’s on offer this summer.
JULY Summer Sundays - July & August Bangor Take your pick of entertainment on Sunday afternoons in Bangor this July. At Ward Park all musical tastes are catered for throughout the season, so why not bring a picnic and relax away the afternoon in the beautiful surroundings of the park. If music is not for you, then head for the seafront where madcap lively street theatre and attractions are on offer with something for all.
Friday 4th July 4th of July in Groomsport Groomsport This 4th of July celebrate American Independence Day in Groomsport with Tracey and the Barroom Buddies, who open the event at 7pm. Hugo Duncan and is band will share his traditional Irish-Country tones with the audience and The Illegals, fronted by one of Ireland’s most outstanding vocalists Niamh Kavanagh, will recreate the musical mastery of the Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, and more. The evening will close with a terrific fireworks display at 11pm.
AUGUST Saturday 23rd, Sunday 24th & Monday 25th August August Bank Holiday ‘Big Weekend’ Castle Park plays host once again to this year’s FREE summer concerts on the Bank Holiday weekend of the 23rd and 24th August. Curtis Stigers will perform on Saturday evening, 7-10pm. On Sunday afternoon, 3-5pm, the Frank and Ella Show will have you wrapped in jazz and swing from way back when. To complete the holiday weekend, on Monday there will be live street theatre for all the family at McKee Clock, Bangor Seafront, between 12-6pm.
SEPTEMBER Saturday 6th September Eagle Wing Celebration Groomsport Links between North America and Groomsport are brought to life with an afternoon of living history events and family fun.
OCTOBER Saturday 25th October Seapark Fireworks Holywood, Seapark Holywood is the setting for North Down’s Halloween celebrations with children’s funfair and stalls, food vendors and the annual spectacular fireworks display.
Sunday 26th October Spooktacular Family Fun Day Cockle Row Cottages, Groomsport Celebrate this Halloween with an afternoon of frightful ghoulish family fun in Groomsport. There will be something to scare all the family with creepy crafts, lucky dip, spooky baking and much more from 2-4pm.
NOVEMBER Saturday 22th November Bangor Christmas Lights Switch On Bangor Castle/ Town Hall Bangor’s Christmas celebrations begin with a night of family entertainment followed by the Christmas tree light switch on.
Saturday 29th November Holywood Christmas Lights Switch On Holywood, Redburn Square The festivities in Holywood start with family fun for all and the Christmas tree lights switch on.
DECEMBER Sunday 7th December Christmas Family Fun Day Cockle Row Cottages, Groomsport Santa will make an appearance at Cockle Row Cottages to top off an afternoon of family fun. Attractions will include traditional music, Christmas baking, crafts and much more from 2-4pm. For more information and accommodation bookings contact Bangor Tourist Information on 028 9127 0069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com.