Activities at Mount Stewart
Visiting Mount Stewart with your dog
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.
Winter at Mount Stewart
It may be a lot colder in winter but there's still plenty of wildlife to see including wintering redwing and flocks of finches.
Mystery of the Mountstewart
Learn about the tragic disappearance of the Mountstewart yacht on Strangford Lough on 11 April 1895 that resulted in the loss of eight lives, including six servants from Mount Stewart.
Family activities at Mount Stewart
Embark on an autumn adventure at Mount Stewart. Go geocaching, spot a Red Squirrel, try our tree trail and keep the fun going when you get home with our activity sheets.
Get set, go! Summer Activities for all the family at Mount Stewart
Visit us over the summer and get active with lots of things for families to see and do at Mount Stewart. Take a look at our list below and start planning your adventure.
Treasure Hunting at Mount Stewart
Discover over 40 hidden geocache treasures as you explore Mount Stewart demesne
Mount Stewart Temporary Closure - Tues 8 to Sat 12 June
There is filming taking place around Mount Stewart in June, so take a moment to find out what this will mean for your visit.
Spring at Mount Stewart
Spring is a unique time at Mount Stewart as the gardens and woodland come alive with wildlife.
Meadows of Mount Stewart
The world famous gardens at Mount Stewart are usually associated with exotic plants from all over the world. What is really surprising for many visitors, is the wonderful wildflower meadows that are to be found in the pleasure grounds and around the lake walk.
Mount Stewart Closure Information
The safety and wellbeing of our staff, volunteers and visitors is our priority so our house, visitor centre, tea room, shop, gardens & lake walk will be closed, beginning Friday 20 March until further notice. For a trial period some of our trails will remain open for you to enjoy from 10am-4pm, while observing social distancing measures.
Professional Dog Walking at Mount Stewart
Obtaining a license for professional dog walking at Mount Stewart will allow you to undertake your work in one of the most beautiful settings.
Mount Stewart Winter Walk
Treat yourself to a gentle winter stroll around this beautiful lake and gardens, which reflect the seasonal changes brilliantly with their large variety of flora and fauna.
- Easy
- 45 mins
- 2.0 miles (3.2km)
Red Trail
Mount Stewart is typical early Irish demesne, with a wide range of open vista farmland, woodland, orchards, follies, alongside the house, and exotic garden. Since 1744, explore the demesne woodlands and farmland which have remained much within their original plantations and field systems.
- Moderate
- 1 hour 15 mins
- 1.5 miles (2.4km)
Lake walk
Feed the birds on the lake, then explore Tir N’an Òg and visit the white stag.
- Easy
- 45 mins
- 0.6 miles (0.95km)
Red Squirrel trail
How many of these little critters will you spot? A great walk for kids and adults alike.
- Easy
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 1.0 mile (1.6km)
Enjoy the lake
The seven acre lake looks stunning no matter what the season. Paths lined with Rhododendrons, Azaleas and Magnolias lead you around the banks of the lake which are planted with Primulas, Irises, and large-leafed Gunneras.
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.
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.