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Supporter groups in Northern Ireland

Gardeners working at Hezlett House at Downhill Demesne and Hezlett House, County Londonderry
Gardeners working at Downhill Demesne | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Interested in making the most of the National Trust near you in Northern Ireland? Join a local supporter group and meet like-minded people who enjoy social activities throughout the year. Join special interest talks and fundraising events across Northern Ireland as well as enjoying visits to National Trust places and hands-on conservation activities. There are four different groups to join across Northern Ireland. Jump to the details of the supporter group near you using the menu.

Why join a supporter group?

Getting together with other National Trust enthusiasts, members and volunteers who feel passionate about the same things is priceless. Sharing unique experiences and finding out more about the places you care about is what being part of a local National Trust supporter group is all about.

From listening to expert talks and going on behind-the-scenes tours to taking relaxing holidays or restoring natural habitats in the great outdoors, you’ll be part of something amazing. Supporter groups promote and assist the National Trust’s work within their local area and raise money for conservation and development projects through all kinds of events.

Belfast Association

The Belfast association was founded over 40 years ago to enhance and promote the work of the National Trust and provide members with opportunities to share common interests and meet like-minded people.

Raising funds for the Trust is also an important part of the Association’s activities. In recent years they have supported special projects at Minnowburn and Rowallane Garden.

Fermanagh Association

Through their activities, the Fermanagh Association support Florence Court, Castle Coole and Crom, helping to protect these special places for everyone, for ever.

A view through the pillars of the Summer House at Florence Court, County Fermanagh, looking out over the lawn and mature trees in the garden and towards the surrounding countryside.
A view of the garden from the Summer House at Florence Court | © National Trust Images/John Millar

North Coast Association

The North Coast Association was founded in 1985. Their objectives are to promote the National Trust locally, raising funds for our work and projects.

North Down and Ards Association

The North Down and Ards Association provides their members, first and foremost, with a friendship of others who appreciate the beauty and history of the area in which they live and the satisfaction of knowing that they are helping to fund valuable projects for the National Trust.

Guided walks around Clent Hills in partnership with Cotswold Outdoors, Worcestershire

All about supporter groups

Find more information on supporter groups and up-to-date contact details for each group.

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