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• Exhibition
• Things to see

Life Through a Royal Lens

A must-see exhibition documenting the British Royal Family's ever-evolving relationship with the camera over the last 200 years.

• Until 03 November
• In line with castle opening hours
• Hillsborough Castle
• Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (Members go free)

• Tours and talks

Hillsborough Castle Special Interest Tours

Led by an expert guide, delve deeper into Hillsborough Castle's unique history.

• Selected dates September - November
• 60 minutes
• Hillsborough Castle
• Separate ticket

• 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.

• 21 September 2024
• 11:00
• Hillsborough Castle
• Free (advance booking required)

• Things to see
• Halloween
• Families
• Half term

Scarecrow Parade

Hillsborough Castle's Scarecrow Parade is back in the Walled Garden this autumn. Discover a variety of scarecrows on show made by local schools and community groups in partnership with local artists.

• 05 October - 17 November 2024
• In-line with gardens opening hours
• Hillsborough Castle
• Included in gardens admission (Members go free)

• Tours and talks

Hillsborough Castle family tour

Uncover the stories behind guests of Hillsborough Castle, on this fun tour designed with families in mind.

• 26 October to 03 November
• 12:30 and 13:30
• Hillsborough Castle
• Separate ticket

• Halloween
• Families
• Half term
• Events

Halloween at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

Discover autumn magic for all the family with workshops, storytelling, artisan food and more.

• 26 October - 03 November 2024
• Hillsborough Castle
• Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)

• Families
• Events
• Christmas

Christmas at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

• 23 November 2024 - 05 January 2025
• Hillsborough Castle
• Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)

• Christmas
• Events

A Choral Christmas at Hillsborough Castle

Experience a Christmas concert at Hillsborough Castle and join the extraordinary Cappella Caeciliana for a memorable evening filled with festive performances.

• 15 December 2024
• 19:45 - 21:45 (doors open at 19:15)
• Hillsborough Castle
• Separate ticket

• Tours and talks

Community Access Scheme

Explore Hillsborough Castle and Gardens for free with your local community or adult learning group.

• Two to three times per year as required
• 10.30 – 14.00
• Hillsborough Castle