{"id":9463,"date":"2015-07-08T14:03:06","date_gmt":"2015-07-08T13:03:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/?p=9463"},"modified":"2015-07-08T15:20:37","modified_gmt":"2015-07-08T14:20:37","slug":"whats-on-in-north-down-ards-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/2015\/07\/whats-on-in-north-down-ards-2\/","title":{"rendered":"What’s On in North Down & Ards"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sat 11 July \u2013 Friday 17 July <\/strong><\/h1>\n

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Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July, Family Fun at Cockle Row Cottages<\/strong><\/p>\n

Groomsport Harbour<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Free entertainment, 2pm-4pm.<\/p>\n

Sat 11:<\/strong> Bricks4Kidz Lego Workshop<\/p>\n

Sun 12:<\/strong> Science Show: \u2018Science Magic\u2019, Ulster-Scots Agency Entertainment<\/p>\n

Cottages open to the public 11am-5pm. Free admission.<\/p>\n

Info:<\/strong> Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

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Sunday 12 July, Live Music at the Bandstand <\/strong><\/p>\n

Ward Park, Bangor <\/strong><\/p>\n

Free entertainment, 3pm \u2013 5pm<\/p>\n

Join us for the summer season of FREE live music every Sunday in Ward Park, with a fantastic line up of eclectic music that everyone is sure to enjoy.<\/p>\n

This week\u2019s act:<\/strong> The Amigos (Popular Mix)<\/p>\n

Info:<\/strong> Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

Sunday 12 July, Kids \u201cMini-beasts\u201d Nature Trail and Bird Box Making<\/strong><\/p>\n

Crawfordsburn Country Park <\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets:<\/strong> \u00a35<\/p>\n

Join local Naturalist \u201cWoody\u201d for a for a creative exploration of Crawfordsburn Country Park<\/p>\n

Info:<\/strong> Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

Sunday 12 July, Strangford Lough Pirate Boat Tour <\/strong><\/p>\n

Tour departs from The Slipway, Portaferry <\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets: <\/strong>\u00a310 (Ad), \u00a39 (Con), \u00a35 (Ch)<\/p>\n

Join Captain Codfish\u2019s motley crew to search Strangford Lough for treasured tales of Pirates from bygone years.<\/p>\n

Info: <\/strong>Ards Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9182 6846, ardsvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

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Tuesday 14 July, Comber Historical Walking Tour <\/strong><\/p>\n

Departs from The Square, Comber <\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets:<\/strong> \u00a33<\/p>\n

Join us on a tour to discover points of interest as you stroll through the hometown of Thomas Andrews, designer of the Titanic.<\/p>\n

Info: <\/strong>Ards Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9182 6846, ardsvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

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Wednesday 15 July, Bangor Castle Walled Garden Tour <\/strong><\/p>\n

Tour departs from the bandstand in the Walled Garden <\/strong><\/p>\n

Free tour<\/p>\n

This popular tour provides an insight into the garden\u2019s history, its restoration and the vast array of plants, fruits and vegetables which are grown there.<\/p>\n

Info:<\/strong> Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

Thursday 16 July, Bangor Abbey Graveyard Tour <\/strong><\/p>\n

Tour departs from Bangor Abbey <\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets:<\/strong> \u00a33<\/p>\n

Uncover the history behind Bangor Abbey\u2019s most famous graves and memorials.<\/p>\n

Info:<\/strong> Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

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Saturday 18 July \u2013 Friday 24 July <\/strong><\/h1>\n

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Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July, Family Fun at Cockle Row Cottages<\/strong><\/p>\n

Groomsport Harbour<\/strong><\/p>\n

Free entertainment, 2pm-4pm.<\/p>\n

Sat 18:<\/strong> Louie the Magician and Caricaturist\u2019<\/p>\n

Sun 19:<\/strong> Clayrazy, Children\u2019s Crafts, Ulster-Scots Agency Entertainment<\/p>\n

Cottages open to the public 11am-5pm. Free admission<\/p>\n

Info:<\/strong> Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

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Sunday 19 July, Live Music at the Bandstand <\/strong><\/p>\n

Ward Park, Bangor <\/strong><\/p>\n

Free entertainment, 3pm \u2013 5pm<\/p>\n

Join us for the summer season of FREE live music every Sunday in Ward Park, with a fantastic line up of eclectic music that everyone is sure to enjoy.<\/p>\n

This week\u2019s act:<\/strong> The Russian Dolls (Country Rock)<\/p>\n

Info:<\/strong> Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

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Sunday 19 July, Summer Band Concert <\/strong><\/p>\n

Conway Square, Newtownards<\/strong><\/p>\n

Free entertainment, 3pm \u2013 4pm<\/p>\n

Join us for the summer season of FREE band concerts every Sunday in Newtownards, Comber or Donaghadee.<\/p>\n

This week\u2019s band:<\/strong> Ards Silver Band<\/p>\n

Info: <\/strong>Ards Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9182 6846, ardsvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

Wednesday 23 \u2013Sunday 26 July, Donaghadee Ulster Scots Festival <\/strong><\/p>\n

Various Locations, Donaghadee <\/strong><\/p>\n

Celebrate the town\u2019s strong Ulster-Scots heritage with an extensive programme of themed entertainment, including live music, a cookery masterclass, Living History Fayre and themed tours.<\/p>\n

Info: <\/strong>Ards Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9182 6846, ardsvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

Saturday 18 July, Nautical Past, Short Sea Cruise Belfast Lough<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tour departs from The Jetty<\/strong><\/a>, Bangor <\/strong>
\nTickets: <\/strong>\u00a310<\/p>\n

Discover the rich nautical history of Belfast Lough as you explore Bangor\u2019s role in World War I and II<\/p>\n

Info:<\/strong> Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

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Sunday 19 July, Copeland Island Boat Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n

Departs from Donaghadee Harbour<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Tickets: <\/strong>\u00a38 (Ad), \u00a37 (Con), \u00a34 (Ch)<\/p>\n

Departing from Donaghadee your trip to Copeland Island will be enhanced by tails of those who have travelled across that stretch of water over the centuries.<\/p>\n

Info:<\/strong> Ards Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9182 6846, ardsvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a> visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

Sunday 19 July, Helens Bay in 2 World Wars: St Johns Church and Grey Point Fort <\/strong><\/p>\n

Tour departs from St John\u2019s Church car park, Helens Bay<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets:<\/strong> \u00a33<\/p>\n

This fascinating Tour of two of North Down\u2019s hidden gems explores their strong connections to both World Wars.<\/p>\n

Info:<\/strong> Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a>, visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

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Thursday 23 July, Newtownards Historical Walking Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tour departs from Town Hall, Newtownards<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets<\/strong>: \u00a33<\/p>\n

Discover the wealth of historical treasures Newtownards has to offer and how some of history\u2019s most notable civilians including the Normans, Celts and Vikings shaped the town.<\/p>\n

Info: Ards Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9182 6846, ardsvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk<\/a> visitardsandnorthdown.com<\/p>\n

Exhibitions<\/strong><\/h1>\n

North Down Museum, Bangor<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Castle Park Avenue, located by Bangor Castle (Town Hall) BT20 4BT<\/p>\n

T: 028 9127 1200. Admission Free<\/p>\n

Thursday 2 July \u2013 Saturday 1 <\/strong><\/p>\n

Here Comes The Bride – Come along and enjoy an exhibition of bridal dresses from over the decades, on loan to the Museum from local ladies.<\/p>\n

Portaferry Visitor Information Centre<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Stables, Castle Street BT22 1NZ<\/p>\n

T: 028 4272 9882. Admission Free<\/p>\n

Tuesday 30 June \u2013 Wednesday 29 July <\/strong><\/p>\n

Maritime Exhibition by Portaferry and Strangford Trust – This exhibition will showcase the great maritime past of the ports of Portaferry and Strangford.<\/p>\n

Saturday 4 \u2013 Saturday 25 July <\/strong><\/p>\n

Art in the Loft \u2013 \u2018Portaferry Reflections\u2019 \u2013 Portaferry Art Society\u2019s annual exhibition.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Sat 11 July \u2013 Friday 17 July Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July, Family Fun at Cockle Row Cottages Groomsport Harbour Free entertainment, 2pm-4pm. Sat 11: Bricks4Kidz Lego Workshop Sun 12: Science Show: \u2018Science Magic\u2019, Ulster-Scots Agency Entertainment Cottages open to the public 11am-5pm. Free admission. Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, … 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\/9463"}],"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=9463"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9463\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9474,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9463\/revisions\/9474"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9463"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9463"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9463"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}