Mount Stewart

Neo-classical house and celebrated gardens

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Mount Stewart Conversations Festival 2019 

We're delighted to announce the return of Mount Stewart Conversations Festival, a carnival of sparkling conversations, arts and culture...

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.

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What's on

Upcoming events

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The Big Butterfly Count

Mon 22 Jul 2019
10:00-16:00
Can you help with The Big Butterfly Count by finding a quiet spot and seeing how many butterflies you can spot in 15 minutes?

Wildlife Trackers

Wed 24 Jul 2019
13:30-15:30
Explore the many habitats to be found around the grounds of Mount Stewart. Through games and interactive activities, learn tracking skills and how to look for tell-tale signs of wildlife. You may even spot some red squirrels!

Rock Pool Picnic

Fri 26 Jul 2019
13:00-15:00
Young wildlife enthusiasts will love this day out at the magical Kearney Village on the Outer Ards Peninsula.

Family Bike and BBQ

Sat 27 Jul 2019
17:30-21:00
Ever wanted to cycle the trails at Mount Stewart? We are delighted to be working in conjunction with Cycling Ireland to open up the grounds of Mount Stewart for families to enjoy an evening of cycling, BBQ & free bike maintenance.

Tour the Temple

Sun 28 Jul 2019
12:00-13:00
Join one of our guides for a tour of the Temple of the Winds. Hear the history of this special building and enjoy the stunning views over Strangford Lough.

Jazz in the Gardens

Sun 28 Jul 2019
14:00-16:30
Bring your picnic or enjoy some of our on-site catering and settle down on the lawn with your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon of jazz in the beautiful gardens at Mount Stewart.
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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 swan and cygnets swimming in the lake

Summer wildlife 

The gardens, woodland and lake are flourishing with wildlife this summer. Look out for the swans and cygnets on the lake.

Summer 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 puppy exploring the gardens at Mount Stewart

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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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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Groups

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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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