Mount Stewart

A view of Mount Stewart house looking across the Italian Garden

Important notice -

Important notice - Due to Mount Stewart Conversations taking place on 17th and 18th September, there will be increased activity on site and some access restrictions from 15th September. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Neo-classical house and celebrated gardens

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The Central Hall at Mount Stewart

Mount Stewart Conversations 

An unmissable weekend of debate, ideas, storytelling, art and music. See what you missed in 2016 at the inspiring, mind-expanding, one of a kind weekend at Mount Stewart.

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Things to see and do

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.

A member of staff talking to visitors about the demesne trails at Mount Stewart

New trails 

We're excited to open new walking trails taking in Mount Stewart's wider demesne. Take a walk through the woodland and countryside and get a glimpse of places which many have never seen before.

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.

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.

Upcoming events

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Planter's Seminar

Sat 01 Oct 2016
10:00-18:00
This year's Planter's Seminar will take place at Mount Stewart on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 October 2016. This year's theme is amazing plants! Speakers at the seminar are Roy Lancaster, Bleddyn and Sue Wynn-Jones, and Dan Hinkley.

Waggy Races

Sun 02 Oct 2016
11:00-12:30
This October Waggy Races comes to Mount Stewart! The route will include our new trails so it's a great opportunity to get and see more of the newly opened demesne.

Monthly Birdwatching

Wed 05 Oct 2016
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.

Muck in at Mount Stewart

Sat 15 Oct 2016
10:00-15:00
Mount Stewart is a really special place to visit for many families, but now we have a new way for your family to really help us look after this wonderful corner of County Down, all while having a great day learning, working and growing together.

Brent Watch

Sat 15 Oct 2016
10:30-12:00
Join us at the Lookout, Mount Stewart and various locations around Strangford Lough to marvel at the return of tens of thousands of light-belled brent geese that have completed their epic journey from Arctic Canada. Expect to see a range of other...

Burma Fundraiser

Sat 22 Oct 2016
11:00-17:30
Mount Stewart owes so much to Frank Kingdon-Ward who collected in Burma, (Myanmar). An opportunity has arisen for us to go to some of the places he botanised. Help us afford the trip and enjoy a day of tours and lectures 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
Mount Stewart   County Down

Mount Stewart 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

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  • The lake at Mount Stewart, County Down

    Lake walk 

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

  • A red squirrel resting on the branch of a tree

    Red Squirrel trail 

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

  • Two women walking along one of the demesne trails at Mount Stewart

    Red Trail 

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

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Our work

A pair of old reading glasses sitting on top of a newspaper

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.

A computer screen showing Mount Stewart's online blogs

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

An older man and a young woman planting in the gardens

Volunteering at Mount Stewart 

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

Two children working together to saw a log in half at Mount Stewart

Muck in at Mount Stewart - a family day out with a difference! 

‘Muck in at Mount Stewart’ days are specifically designed to give families with children of all ages an opportunity to work together on a particular project, helping us look after this special place for years to come.

Orange bunting with the National Trust logo on it

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

A group of people visiting the gardens

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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