Featured events
Mums Go Free
14 March - 15 March 2026
Easter Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt
28 March - 12 April 2026
Hillsborough Castle Hijinks
27 June - 31 August 2026
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- For members
- Tours and talks
- Events
Members-Only Gardens Tours at Hillsborough Castle
Explore the gardens surrounding Northern Ireland's only royal residence with an expert guide on these members-only tours.
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11 March, 18 April, 09 May, 13 June, 19 September 2026
- 11:00 - 12:00
- Hillsborough Castle
- Free (advance booking required)
- For members
- Events
- Exhibition
Members-Only Preview and Talk: The Franklin Collection
Members are invited to an exclusive preview of the Franklin Dining Room, displaying objects exploring Benjamin Franklin’s visit to Hillsborough Castle, marking 250 years since American independence.
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12 March 2026
- Doors open at 17:45 for a 18:00 start
- Hillsborough Castle
- Free (advance booking required)
- Families
Mums Go Free
Treat your mum to the perfect day out this Mothering Sunday weekend at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens.
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14 - 15 March 2026 (Castle closed 14 March - offer is gardens-only on this day).
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
- Events
- Things to see
- Families
- Easter
Bulbs and Blooms
An extravaganza of buds, bulbs and blooms in Hillsborough Castle's stunning gardens.
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14 March - 04 May 2026
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
- Exhibition
- Things to see
Royal Style in the Making
Discover the intimate bond between royal clients and fashion designers in a captivating new exhibition at Hillsborough Castle.
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15 March 2026 - 03 January 2027 in line with Castle opening hours.
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (Members go free)
- Events
- Workshops
Garden Workshops
Join our expert gardeners for spring and summer workshops in the historic gardens.
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Next workshop 14 March 2026
- 10.30 - 12.30
- Hillsborough Castle
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Families
- Events
St. Patrick's Weekend
Celebrate St Patrick's Day at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens with traditional music and storytelling.
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15 March 2026
- Various times
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
- Easter
- Families
- Events
Easter Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt
Treat your family to an unmissable Easter adventure in Hillsborough Castle's stunning gardens.
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28 March - 12 April 2026
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free, no pre-booking required)
- Tours and talks
Hillsborough Castle Special Interest Tours
Led by an expert guide, delve deeper into Hillsborough Castle's unique history.
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May - July 2026
- 10:30 & 12:00 (see individual tour sections)
- Hillsborough Castle
- Separate ticket
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