The Argory

With vibrant displays of flowers and long, warm days to look forward to, summer is the time to make the most of nature – with a healthy serving of early sunshine if we’re lucky.

Bond’s Bridge was built in 1890 and is a bowstring bridge constructed of iron. It is named after the Bond family who, at the time, owned both The Argory and Derrygally Estate on the far side of the river Blackwater.

My name’s Biscuit, Mid Ulster properties Staff Morale Officer. I live at The Argory and love walking with my human, Matthew, along the Lime Tree walk and across the Boardwalk.

Occasionally conservation treatment is just not viable. These lampshades from The Argory have had new silk shades, but using the original beaded fringe.

Janet and Edith are our long serving Queens of clean (conservation assistants) at The Argory. Together they look after the conservation housekeeping and opening of the house. Let’s find out a little bit more about them…

Pop in and say hello to our bookshop volunteers – we’ve got a variety of different books on offer and there’s something to suit everyone’s taste.

Enjoy some hearty soup or a delicious tea and scone in the Courtyard Coffee Shop this summer.

We've a wide variety of products to buy in our beautiful 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.

Sally Sheridan was an archive volunteer at The Argory during last season. Here Sally shares her discoveries and stories about the family’s history.

Tired, damp and far from looking its best, the challenge was on to restore the Tack Room at The Argory to its former glory in time for the start of the new season.

Follow the progress of the conservation project for the historic Acetylene lighting, from the initial restoration of the Drawing Room lampshades to the installation of the neon light sculpture 'Artificial Sunshine'