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  • Christmas

Christmas at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

Explore the gardens this Christmas transformed with festive magic with The Snowman™ and The Snowdog.

  • 29 November 2025 - 04 January 2026 (excluding 24-26 December)

  • In line with gardens opening hours.
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in all admission tickets (Members go free, no pre-booking required)
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  • 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.

  • Until 04 January 2026

  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (Members go free)
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  • For members
  • Tours and talks
  • Events

Members-Only New Year's Day Walk at Hillsborough Castle

Explore the gardens surrounding Northern Ireland's only royal residence with an expert guide on these members-only tours.

  • 01 January 2026

  • 11:00
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Members go free, no pre-booking required
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  • Tours and talks
  • Families
  • Events
  • Half term

NI Science Festival

Immerse yourself in an interstellar world of scientific exploration at this year's NI Science Festival.

  • 14 - 21 February 2026

  • Hillsborough Castle
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  • Events
  • Families

Nest Quest: Nature’s Master Builders

Join us for a winter wildlife adventure at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens with a nature-themed workshop for young explorers.

  • 14 and 21 February 2026

  • 10:30, 12:15 and 14:00
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in gardens admission (Members go free)
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BOOKING SOON

  • 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.

  • 11 March, 18 April, 09 May, 13 June, 19 September 2026

  • 11:00 - 12:00
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Free (advance booking required)
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  • Families
  • Events

Beano Hijinks at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

100 acres of total time travel trouble with Beano Hijinks at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

  • 27 June - 31 August 2026

  • In line with gardens opening hours
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in all admission tickets (Members go free, no pre-booking required)
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  • 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
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  • Things to see

Ante Room

Discover the heart of the castle, which provides access to some of the most important spaces.

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