Activities at Mount Stewart

Wildflower Meadows at 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 spring wildlife

Spring is a unique time at Mount Stewart as the gardens and woodland come alive with new the arrival of new wildlife.

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.

Spring at Mount Stewart

Now that spring has arrived we've got some blooming lovely events coming up at Mount Stewart. Why not explore the demesne on our Spring Stomp, learn more about our feathered friends or take part in this year’s Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt? There's something for everyone to enjoy this spring.

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.

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.

Go geocaching at Mount Stewart

Discover over 40 hidden geocache treasures as you explore Mount Stewart demesne

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.

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.

Autumn wildlife

Autumn is a unique time to be at Mount Stewart. It's not just the foliage changing, it's the wildlife too.