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As the destination\u2019s official Family Explorer, the selected family will kick off their journey with a stay at Tepee Valley \u2013 a one-of-a-kind glamping experience set in the heart of the Orchard County\u2019s countryside. The adventure continues with VIP access to standout attractions, including the Armagh Planetarium and Observatory \u2013 the only facility of its kind on the island of Ireland \u2013 and an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Tayto Castle in Tandragee, home of the iconic crisps.<\/p>\n
Throughout 2025, they will be invited to attend a vibrant calendar of festivals and events. From the Georgian Festival, where Armagh\u2019s 18th century charm comes to life with family-friendly events and festive markets, to the Food and Cider Festival celebrating the area\u2019s rich harvest and its famed PGI-certified Armagh Bramley apple and the return of the Wickerman event in August, a dramatic Lughnasa celebration featuring music and crafts.<\/p>\n
This latest initiative reflects the region\u2019s commitment to families seeking memorable, high-quality experiences.<\/p>\n
Sara McGeary, Tourism Manager at Armagh, Banbridge, and Craigavon Borough Council, said, \u201cAs a region, we\u2019ve made it a priority to invest in experiences that speak directly to families \u2013 not just as visitors, but as a core part of our tourism proposition. This competition is just one example of how we\u2019re bringing that to life, offering a chance to experience the very best of what Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon has to offer. We\u2019re continuing to evolve our attractions and activities to reflect what modern families are looking for. In fact, we\u2019ve just launched a range of new experiences designed to cement Armagh\u2019s status as a must-visit destination for families to connect, explore, and make memories together. Our aim is simple: to create meaningful, accessible experiences that don\u2019t have to come with a hefty price tag.\u201d<\/p>\n
The region\u2019s newest offerings give families the chance to explore the heritage of the area including the ancient art of road bowling in Armagh City to Dan Winter\u2019s Cottage, where children and adults alike can learn about traditional weaving in one of Ireland\u2019s oldest thatched homes. Young adventurers can enjoy a brand-new activity sheet filled with fun and educational content, while families can embrace the local food scene and the outdoors with orchard tours, outdoor cooking experiences, adventure play trails in Gosford Forest Park and Moo Valley Artisan Gelato\u2019s farm-to-table tastings.<\/p>\n
Lord Mayor, Councillor Sarah Duffy, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, said, \u201cSummer is one of the most exciting times to visit our borough \u2013 the energy, the colour, and the sense of welcome are second to none. We see families returning year after year because they know they\u2019ll find something special here. Whether that\u2019s stepping behind the scenes at the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, delving into ancient myths at Navan Centre & Fort, or indulging in some retail therapy at The Boulevard, we truly believe this is the best place on the island for a family escape \u2013 and during the summer months, there\u2019s simply no better time to experience it.\u201d<\/p>\n
Families are invited to visit visitarmagh.com\/familyexplorer and to submit an entry. T&Cs apply.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Visit Armagh is on the hunt for an adventure-seeking family in a new \u2018Family Explorer\u2019 competition set to showcase the very best of family-friendly attractions and experiences across the Armagh, Banbridge, and Craigavon region. Just in time for summer, families with children aged 16 and under are invited to apply by sharing in 100 words … Continued<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23894"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23894"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23894\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":23896,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23894\/revisions\/23896"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23894"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23894"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23894"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}