Mount Stewart

Neo-classical house and celebrated gardens

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Julie at Mount Stewart, Northern Ireland

Julie, Mount Stewart 

Mount Stewart holds a special place in Julie’s heart and family. Discovering it shortly after losing her mother and feeling alone, she found spending time among nature helped her focus on her health and wellbeing; with the lake proving a particular source of tranquility. Now married and with two young children, Mount Stewart has become a place of happiness for the whole family.

Lord Londonderry's Sitting Room at Mount Stewart

Discover the magnificent house 

The Londonderry’s family home reopened its doors in April 2015 following a three year £8 million restoration programme. Come and see how this transformation has changed the house.

A view of the Italian Garden at Mount Stewart

Explore our world class gardens 

With a rich tapestry of design and great planting artistry that was the hallmark of Edith, Lady Londonderry, visit Mount Stewart's gardens in County Down, recently voted in the top ten gardens in the world.

Children playing with the stegosaurus statue at Mount Stewart, County Down

Children's activities at Mount Stewart 

There are lots of things for families with kids to see and do at Mount Stewart. Take a look at our guide and start planning your adventure.

Gardeners Question Time

BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time Summer Garden Party returns to Mount Stewart  

BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time Summer Garden Party returns to Mount Stewart on 9 June

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Keep fit at Mount Stewart 

Begin the New Year with your new fitness regime at Mount Stewart. We have beautiful walks for all ages and abilities to enjoy and afterwards you can enjoy that cappuccino in the tea room guilt free.

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What's on

Upcoming events

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Monthly Birdwatching

Sat 02 Mar 2019
10:30-12:00
Mount Stewart and surrounds is an ornithologist's delight with a wide range of feathered friends calling it home throughout the year.

Free Open Day

Sat 09 Mar 2019
10:00-17:00
Enjoy free admission at a number of National Trust places today. Come and meet our staff and volunteers, and learn more about the amazing places we look after.

World Book Day Weekend

Sat 09 Mar 2019
11:00-15:00
Do you like jumping in muddy puddles like Peppa Pig or do you have adventures like The Famous Five? We would love to hear all about your favourite stories and characters at our World Book Day Weekend. Come dressed up and join the fun.

Night Run - Experience Mount Stewart in a New Light

Sat 09 Mar 2019
17:15-21:00
Join us for our Night Run this March, in partnership with Cotswold Outdoor. This event is about having fun at your own pace, meeting new people, exploring Mount Stewart after dark and raising funds for our ongoing conservation work.

Spring Demesne Walk

Sat 23 Mar 2019
10:00-13:00
Enjoy a three mile walk through the rolling countryside of the Demesne and discover the wealth of wildlife, history and stunning landscape of this unique estate.

Mother's Day at Mount Stewart

Sun 31 Mar 2019
12:00-13:30
Treat your mum to a fabulous afternoon tea. Sit back and relax with a glass of prosecco while celebrating your marvellous mum.
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Eating and shopping

The Tea Room at Mount Stewart

Grab something delicious in the Tea Room 

All of the food we sell is made on-site by our Cook and Baker from the best local and seasonal produce. We use the National Trust Cookbook as well as local recipes to create an enticing menu for our visitors.

Visitors browsing in a National Trust shops

Gift Shop 

At Mount Stewart we have a wide variety of things to buy in our gift shop. Whether you're looking for a gift or souvenir or even a treat for yourself, you'll find something lovely to take home.

The second hand bookshop at Mount Stewart

Settle down with a good book 

Our secondhand book shop is an absolute haven for bookworms. Pick up a great read to take home with you.

Visitors looking at potted plants for sale

Take home a plant 

At Mount Stewart you can pick up the more unusual species of plants that we grow in our own gardens.

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Wildlife

A red squirrel standing on a tree trunk with a nut in its mouth

Winter wildlife 

It may be a lot colder in winter but there's still plenty of wildlife to see including wintering redwing and flocks of finches.

Winter wildlife
A red squirrel sitting on the branch of a tree

Red squirrels 

Mount Stewart is home to a healthy population of red squirrels. They are rarely seen in Northern Ireland nowadays, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled.

A blue tit sitting on a branch

Monthly birdwatching 

Join our resident bird-enthusiast on a monthly bird watching tour around Mount Stewart gardens and the wider demesne.

A small tortoiseshell butterfly on a buddleiay

Habitats 

Our grounds host a number of natural habitats in which animals and plants can flourish.

Go walking

The lake at Mount Stewart, County Down
A red squirrel resting on the branch of a tree
Two women walking along one of the demesne trails at Mount Stewart

Lake walk 

Feed the birds on the lake, then explore Tir N’an Òg and visit the white stag.

Red Squirrel trail 

How many of these little critters will you spot? A great walk for kids and adults alike.

Red Trail 

Discover our brand new trails out in the wider demesne. The Red Trail is a brilliant walk for families and dog walkers.

A dog on a lead with its owner

Dog walking at Mount Stewart 

Mount Stewart has always been a place where dogs can enjoy themselves. Dogs lived here alongside the Londonderry family, and we want to continue the tradition of welcoming responsible dog owners to Mount Stewart.

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Our work

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News from Mount Stewart 

Keep up to date with the latest news from the team at Mount Stewart.

A map of the house at Mount Stewart

Restoring Mount Stewart house 

Our restoration project saw the house brought back to how it looked when it was home to the 7th Marchioness Edith, Lady Londonderry.

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Read our blogs online 

We're very proud of the work we do at Mount Stewart each day. Find out more about the work we do behind the scenes.

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Get involved

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Enjoy members' only social events 

The North Down & Ards Association is a vibrant and welcoming group for National Trust members, organising a wide range of year-round activities which make National Trust membership even more enjoyable and worthwhile.

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Groups

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Volunteering at Mount Stewart 

Join our team of volunteers - make new friends, learn new skills and help us to inspire and excite our visitors.

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Group visits to Mount Stewart 

Mount Stewart is a fantastic place to visit with a group. Find out more about what we offer and how you could spend a day out here.

School children hunting for bugs at Mount Stewart

Education groups 

Mount Stewart is a place of imagination, exploration and discovery and is the perfect destination for pupils of all ages.

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Venue hire

A wedding ceremony at the Temple of the Winds at Mount Stewart

Weddings at Mount Stewart 

Mount Stewart boasts a stunning setting for any wedding or civil ceremony - we'll ensure you have the perfect day.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Mount Stewart on the National Trust Collections website

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