Explore 100 acres of beautiful gardens
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Tickets available on the day.
Card holders are able to purchase a single ticket on arrival to be admitted to the gardens only. This offer is not for the Castle and a valid Gardeners' World discount card must be shown.
Ticket types included in the offer are Adult Gardens tickets only. These are not available to concessions or child tickets.
Separate ticket
Explore 100 acres of beautiful gardens at Hillsborough Castle, with your Gardeners' World 2-for-1 card.
Hillsborough Castle's glorious gardens are bursting with colour and waiting for you to enjoy.
Discover ornamental grounds, peaceful woodland, meandering waterways and picturesque glens at Northern Ireland's royal residence.
Highlights include the recently restored Walled Garden, Yew Tree Walk, Moss Walk, the Lake and Lady Alice's Temple.
This offer is valid for the gardens only and not the castle.
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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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20 September 2025
- 11:00
- Hillsborough Castle
- Free (advance booking required)
- Events
- Workshops
Garden Workshops
Join our expert gardeners for an autumn workshop and explore Hillsborough Castle's historic gardens.
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04 September 2025
- 10.30 - 12.30
- Hillsborough Castle
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Things to see
The Glen
Explore this intimate corner of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, which is full of colour and intriguing details.
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
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Mo Mowlam
A unique Northern Ireland Secretary and Hillsborough Castle resident