Visit the Temple of the Winds
Step back in time with stunning views over the Lough!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
The Temple of the Winds will be reopening again to visitors every Sunday from 12 July to 27 September. Doors open at 11.30am-3pm, close at 3.15pm.
Positioned on a rise overlooking Strangford Lough, the octagonal Temple of the Winds is an eighteenth century, grade 1 listed building. Originally built as a banqueting hall and eye-catcher for Robert Stewart in 1786, its design is identical to the Tower of the Winds in Athens. James ‘Athenian’ Stuart (1713-1788) designed the Temple. One of the pioneers of neo-Greek architecture in Europe, he saw sketched and measured the original Greek Tower whilst on tour, recreating it here at Mount Stewart. There are three floors including a vaulted basement that leads to a tunnel that held a wine cellar and scullery.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Accessibility
There are steps up to and inside the Temple with narrow spiral steps.
- Meeting point
The Temple of the Winds is can be found on the trail network, overlooking Strangford Lough.
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