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Summer of Play 2025 at Castle Ward 

Experience a summer of medieval adventure at Castle Ward! This summer, we've set aside the lawn games! From 5 July - 31 August, enjoy thrilling challenges, interactive quests, and fantasy fun!

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on
14 Aug to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 17 other dates or times
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Volunteer Led Walk 

Discover more to Castle Ward on one of our volunteer led walks.

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on
14 Aug to 11 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Artist Studio Summer Showcase 

To coincide with August Craft Month, our resident artists have invited some of Northern Ireland’s finest artists to join them at The Studio. Each weekend will shall feature a guest artist who will display their work and demonstrate their highly...

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on
16 Aug to 31 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 5 other dates or times
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Cornmill Demonstrations 

See history brought to life as you watch the 18th century water-powered cornmill in action.

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on
17 Aug to 31 Aug 2025
at
13:30 to 15:30
+ 3 other dates or times
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Fine Art Workshop with Gemma Marie Blakely 

Unwind with a guided landscape painting session and enjoy a traditional cream tea in a relaxed, creative setting.

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on
23 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
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Living History Day 

What does it take to run a mansion house and estate? Find out from the people working to keep things running at Castle Ward in the 1800s.

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on
24 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
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Ranger Ramble - Bike Tour with the Head Ranger at Castle Ward! 

Kick-start your day with an early morning adventure on two wheels, as we take on the Castle Ward Boundary Trail for a ranger-led cycle on Saturday 30 August.

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on
30 Aug 2025
at
09:30 to 12:00
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Summer Music Series at Castle Ward 

Live music, scenic views, and laid-back vibes—spend your summer Sundays soaking up sound in Castle Ward’s historic courtyard.

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on
31 Aug 2025
at
13:30 to 15:30
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European Heritage Open Day 

Travel back through time at Castle Ward this European Heritage Open Day, where history comes alive on Saturday 13 September 2025 with free entry and immersive experiences across the estate.

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on
13 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
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Memory Makers Macrame Workshop 

Add a handmade touch to your Halloween decorations this year with a cosy and creative macramé ghost workshop at Castle Ward.

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on
4 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00