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Christmas at Hillsborough
29 November 2025 - 04 January 2026
Members-Only New Year's Day Walk
01 January 2026
NI Science Festival
14 - 21 February 2026
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Burns Night Extravaganza
Enjoy a delicious Scottish-themed three-course menu - and the traditional Address to a Haggis, accompanied by a live bagpiper.
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Thursday 22 January 2026.
- 18:30
- Hillsborough Castle
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- 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.
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14 - 21 February 2026
- Hillsborough Castle
- 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.
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14 and 21 February 2026
- 10:30, 12:15 and 14:00
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in gardens admission (Members go free)
- 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)
- Families
- Events
Beano Hijinks at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
100 acres of total time travel trouble with Beano Hijinks at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
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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)
- 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
- 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)
- Things to see
Granville Garden
Take a moment in this elegant rose garden created by Lady Granville, aunt to Queen Elizabeth II.
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
- Things to see
Hillsborough Fort
Uncover the origins of the Hill family in their first home in Hillsborough.
- Closed indoors
- Hillsborough Castle
- Free
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