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Visit Lisburn Castlereagh This page tells you about everything that is going on in Lisburn & Castlereagh from Food and Drink to Fun Days Out!

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The village of Royal Hillsborough is simply stunning at Christmas 🎄✨🎅🏻⁠Thank you for capturing 📷⁠Make sure to take time...
24/12/2024

The village of Royal Hillsborough is simply stunning at Christmas 🎄✨🎅🏻
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Thank you for capturing 📷
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Make sure to take time out to visit this charming village over the festive break.
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The Lisburn Light Trail at Castle Gardens will be open again today. 😀 ✨🎄This is the FINAL day of the Light Trail, so mak...
22/12/2024

The Lisburn Light Trail at Castle Gardens will be open again today. 😀 ✨🎄

This is the FINAL day of the Light Trail, so make sure to come along and enjoy it on this last evening!

Remember to tag us in your photos and videos!

🎅🏻

Don't miss ✨️Dundonald Christmas Market✨️ today from 4-8pm in Moat Park. Entry is free and there will be artisan stalls ...
19/12/2024

Don't miss ✨️Dundonald Christmas Market✨️ today from 4-8pm in Moat Park.

Entry is free and there will be artisan stalls featuring arts, crafts, food and delicious festive treats.

Choirs and dance performances from local schools will provide entertainment with live music from local artists.

Full details are available at: www.visitlisburncastlereagh.com/blog

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🎅 Dundonald Christmas Market
🗺 Location within Moat Park - by the Play Park. Park Ave, Dundonald, Belfast BT16 2AJ
⏰ 4pm-8pm
💲 Entry is free
♿ All areas accessible to disabled visitors

Carryduff Christmas Market is TODAY! Come down and listen to music and songs from the local schools and dance companies:...
18/12/2024

Carryduff Christmas Market is TODAY!

Come down and listen to music and songs from the local schools and dance companies:

4.00pm-4:20pm - St Ita's Primary

4.30pm-4:50pm - Millennium IPS

5.00pm-5.20pm - St Joseph's Primary School

5.30pm-5.50pm - Carryduff Primary School

6.00pm - 6.45pm - Henderson School of Irish Dancing

6.45pm - 9pm - TBc

The market will also have traders showcasing gifts and treats for the home with an array of artisan food, art and craft stalls to explore.

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🎄 Carryduff Christmas Market
📍 Lidl Car Park, Carryduff, BT5 5DL
📅 Wednesday 18th December
⏰ 4pm-8pm
🎟️ Entry is free
♿ All areas accessible to disabled visitors

Come and pick up gifts, treats and more from Carryduff Christmas Market this year. There will be plenty of stalls to bro...
15/12/2024

Come and pick up gifts, treats and more from Carryduff Christmas Market this year.

There will be plenty of stalls to browse, hot food and drink and a special visit from Santa.

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🎄 Carryduff Christmas Market
📍 Lidl Car Park, Carryduff, BT8 8DT
📅 Wednesday 18th December
⏰ 4pm-8pm
🎟️ Entry is free
♿ All areas accessible to disabled visitors

✨𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐲 – 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭✨Take a trip to Hinch Distillery courtyard this Sunday for their very first Christma...
14/12/2024

✨𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐲 – 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭✨

Take a trip to Hinch Distillery courtyard this Sunday for their very first Christmas Market, open 11am - 5pm.

Immerse yourself in the festive magic with an array of fantastic local traders offering unique gifts and mouthwatering treats. From handcrafted treasures to specialty coffee, artisan biltong and of course, Whiskey and Gin - there’s something to delight every visitor!

Come for the mince pies, stay for the mulled wine, and soak up the joyful atmosphere. 🌲

Gather your friends and family for a heartwarming day of Christmas cheer! 🎅🏻

Don't miss Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market today from 3pm-9pm.Stroll through stalls of local artisans and discover g...
13/12/2024

Don't miss Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market today from 3pm-9pm.

Stroll through stalls of local artisans and discover gifts to treat your family and friends as well as food delights for your table.

For the full list of traders, do visit our blog.

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🎅Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market
📍 The Dark Walk and Hillsborough Fort
📅 Friday 13th December
⏰ 3pm-9pm
🎟 Entry is free
🐕 Guide dogs permitted
♿ All areas accessible to disabled visitors

⏰Just one day to go until Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market. ✨We're excited to see the lights on The Dark Walk and all...
12/12/2024

⏰Just one day to go until Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market. ✨

We're excited to see the lights on The Dark Walk and all the Christmas stalls.

Don't forget we will have hot food, live music and a visit from Santa too.

Music
3.00pm-3.30pm Downshire Primary School Choir
3.30pm-6.30pm Ben Cutler Music
6.45pm-7.45pm Rock Choir - South Belfast and Lisburn
8.00pm-9..00pm Rhubarb Ukes

Family Fun
3.00pm-8.00pm Santa walkabout for chats
3.00pm-8.00pm Art and crafts with Santa's elves
3.30pm-7.30pm Fun with Drums

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🎅Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market
📍 The Dark Walk and Hillsborough Fort
📅 Friday 13th December
⏰ 3pm-9pm
🎟 Entry is free
🐕 Guide dogs permitted
♿ All areas accessible to disabled visitors

There will be lots of great street food for Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market this Friday from 3pm. Expect gourmet piz...
10/12/2024

There will be lots of great street food for Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market this Friday from 3pm.

Expect gourmet pizza, seasonal soups, burgers, loaded fries, festive pulled pork baps and crepes. Hot drinks and LOTS of sweet treats too!

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🎅Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market
📍 The Dark Walk and Hillsborough Fort
📅 Friday 13th December
⏰ 3pm-9pm
🎟 Entry is free
🐕 Guide dogs permitted
♿ All areas accessible to disabled visitors

We have a stellar lineup of food and drink for this year's Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market. Bring your reusable bags...
08/12/2024

We have a stellar lineup of food and drink for this year's Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market.

Bring your reusable bags to stock up on treats like artisan cheese, seafood, locally reared meat, cordials, jams, teas, condiments, gourmet popcorn, charcuterie and mezze.

There's absolutely everything you could want for Christmas entertaining from local producers.

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🎅Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market
📍The Dark Walk and Hillsborough Fort
📅 Friday 13th December
⏰ 3pm-9pm
🎟 Entry is free
🐕 Guide dogs permitted
♿ All areas accessible to disabled visitors

🎄Castle Gardens Light Trail reopens in Lisburn🎄 has passed and after assessing Castle Gardens we are delighted to be ab...
08/12/2024

🎄Castle Gardens Light Trail reopens in Lisburn🎄

has passed and after assessing Castle Gardens we are delighted to be able to reopen our Castle Gardens Light Trail in the centre of Lisburn. ✨

This FREE event provides a spectacular festive trail and wonderful light show for all to enjoy this Christmas. It will reopen this afternoon from 4pm to 8.30pm (last entry at 8.00pm). Local traders will be onsite in our wooden chalet market huts 🛖

The amazing Lisburn Light Trail at Castle Gardens is open every day from 4pm to 8.30pm with the last day being Sunday 22 December. Each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday you can also visit Santa's Grotto, enjoy live music and visit the mini Christmas Market. 🎅🏻

Dogs are welcome.🐶

We have a great range of traders for this year's Carryduff Christmas market.Including artisan food traders, speciality d...
07/12/2024

We have a great range of traders for this year's Carryduff Christmas market.

Including artisan food traders, speciality drinks and delicious street food.

Krumb Bakery will be showcasing their mouthwatering Christmas bakes, including Irish whiskey-soaked Christmas cakes, mince pies, and a festive dessert selection box.

Hinch Distillery will be showcasing their award-winning range of whiskey’s and gin, proudly produced in Carryduff!

Papas Minerals have a seasonal hot Spiced Winterberry Cordial among their range of lemonades, cordials and mixers.

Habanero Steve‘s and The Local will have delicious condiments, with Tom & Ollie coming along with their range of Mediterranean- inspired mezze such as hummus, olives and tapenades.

You can also chat to Indie Fude about cheeseboards and check out their festive stuffed cheeses and cheese gift boxes. They’ll also be serving festive raclette from their street food trailer.

Warm up with delicious street food, especially delicious are the hearty soups and festive sandwiches from The Gardener's Kitchen.

Pizza Street will also be there with its delicious range of pizzas including a Christmas Cracker pizza with mozzarella, sage, shredded turkey, sprouts, and parmesan shavings with a gravy dip.

Don't miss all this and more.

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🎄 Carryduff Christmas Market
📍Lidl Car Park, Carryduff, BT8 8DT
📅 Wednesday 18th December
⏰ 4pm-8pm
🎟️ Entry is free
♿ All areas accessible to disabled visitors

05/12/2024

✨ Christmas magic is in the air! 🎄
Step into a sparkling wonderland with the Lisburn Light Trail! 🌟

Stroll through the twinkling lights, visit Santa’s grotto 🎅, enjoy live music and shop at the mini-Christmas market, with FREE admission for all!🎁

With fabulous shops, cosy dining spots, places to stay, and free weekend parking*, Lisburn has everything you need for a magical festive day out! 🎄💫

Plan your visit now at www.visitlisburncastlereagh.com



*See website for full details

**POSTPONED** Due to the forecasted high winds from 3pm on Thursday 5 December until 6am on Friday 6 December, we have m...
04/12/2024

**POSTPONED** Due to the forecasted high winds from 3pm on Thursday 5 December until 6am on Friday 6 December, we have made the decision to postpone our Dundonald Christmas Market until Thursday 19 December.**

You can view our full Christmas programme on our website.

04/12/2024
*** Due to the forecasted high winds we have made the decision to postpone our Dundonald Christmas Market until Thursday...
02/12/2024

*** Due to the forecasted high winds we have made the decision to postpone our Dundonald Christmas Market until Thursday 19 December.

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Get ready for festive fun at Moat Park on Thursday, 19th December from 4-8pm!

Enjoy a variety of artisan food stalls, from gourmet treats to hearty street food. Discover handmade gifts, jewellery, homeware, and more from local artisans.

There will also be live music and Fun with Drums workshops for kids.

Dundonald Primary School - 4.00pm-4.30pm

Fun with Drums - 4.30pm-8 .00pm

Santa Walkabout 4.00pm - 8.00pm.

For more info check our website and socials.

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🎅 Dundonald Christmas Market
📍 Location within Moat Park - by the Play Park. Park Ave, Dundonald, Belfast BT16 2AJ
📅 Thursday 19th December
⏰ 4pm-8pm
🎟️ Entry is free
♿ All areas accessible to disabled visitors

01/12/2024

🎄✨ Welcome to Lisburn’s Christmas Countdown!

Day 1 kicks off with gift inspiration from Mccalls of Lisburn 🌟

Find stylish fashion and accessories for that perfect festive look!

👉 Think Christmas, Think Lisburn!

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🎄✨ The final countdown to Christmas is here! ✨🎄 As the holiday season reaches its magical peak, we at Visit Lisburn & Castlereagh want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas filled with joy, laughter, and cherished memories. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited Lisburn this year to experience the dazzling Lisburn Light Trail and all our festive attractions. Your smiles and support have made this season truly special. Here’s to a bright and joyful Christmas and a fantastic New Year! 🎅🎁 #VisitLisburn #ChristmasCountdown #MerryChristmas

Countdown to Christmas – Day 23! 🎄 The Christmas countdown isn’t complete without a visit to Jeffers Home Bakery! From freshly baked breads and classic buns to indulgent mince pies and festive treats, they’ve got everything you need to stock up for the big day. 🍞 🥖 Whether you’re hosting or simply treating yourself, make it a Jeffers Christmas – because nothing beats the taste of homemade goodness. ✨️ #CountdownToChristmas #JeffersHomeBakery #FestiveTreats

🎄 Countdown to Christmas: Day 22 🎄 Today, we're bringing you something extra special—a festive blog post from the incredible Chef Stephen Jeffers of @forestsidecookeryschool 🎅🍴 Get expert tips to perfect your Christmas feast with recipes for: 🦃 Roasted Turkey 🍖 Glazed Christmas Ham with Cider, Maple & Mustard 🌰 Sage, Chestnut & Sourdough Stuffing 🍷 Mulled Christmas Red Cabbage Don’t miss this culinary inspiration—your ultimate Christmas dinner awaits! ✨ Think Christmas, Think Lisburn ✨ 👉 Check out the blog here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3BK4EhB

Countdown to Christmas Day 21! 🎉 Competition Time! 🎉 Win a Family Pass to @downroyalracecourse Boxing Day Races! 🐎✨ This amazing prize includes 2 General Admission Tickets and entry for 2 children under 14 – the perfect way to enjoy a fun-filled family outing this festive season. How to Enter: 👉 Like this post 👉 Tag a friend or family member you'd bring along Looking for a thrilling way to spend Boxing Day? Join us at Down Royal for an unforgettable day of racing that’s perfect for all ages. Get some fresh air, dust off the holiday cobwebs, and start a new family tradition! 🏆 Winner announced Monday, 23rd at midday. Good luck!

🎄 Countdown to Christmas Day 20 🎄 It’s time for a festive giveaway! 🎁 We’re giving TWO lucky winners the chance to enjoy some post-Christmas fun. One winner will score a Family Pass to Dundonald Ice Bowl, and the other will bag a Family Pass to Laganvalley LeisurePlex 🏊‍♂️ To enter: 1️⃣ LIKE this post 2️⃣ TAG a friend who would love to join in the festive fun! The winners will be announced tomorrow at midday. Best of luck! 🎅 @theicebowldundonald @theleisureplexlisburn #CountdownToChristmas #FestiveGiveaway #DundonaldIceBowl #LaganvalleyLeisurePlex

🎅✨ *Countdown to Christmas Day 19 Giveaway!* ✨ Win 6 tickets to Santa’s Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride and experience the festive magic at Market Square! 🎄❄️ Soar through dazzling winter landscapes, explore Lapland, and even venture into space in this incredible 4D adventure! To enter: ✅ Like this post 🎁 Tag your Christmas crew Winner announced tomorrow at midday and must be used before December 23rd! 🎉 #CountdownToChristmas #VirtualSleighRide #FestiveFun #ThinkChristmasThinkLisburn

Day 18 of Countdown to Christmas! 🎄 The final countdown is here—just 5 days left to enjoy the magical Lisburn Light Trail at Castle Gardens! 🌟 This FREE must-see attraction is open nightly from 4 pm - 8:30 pm (last entry at 8 pm). Make the most of your evenings with Santa’s Grotto, a mini-Christmas market, and live music— all open every night up to and including Sunday, 22nd December! 🎅 Don’t miss your chance to create unforgettable festive memories for all ages! ✨️ #ThinkChristmasThinkLisburn #CountdownToChristmas #LisburnLightTrail #CastleGardens

Day 17 of our Countdown to Christmas! 🎄✨ Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping and enjoy a festive treat at @crema_lisburn in Lisburn City Centre! Whether it’s a cosy hot chocolate, a warming festive latte, or a delicious Christmas lunch or dinner, Crema is the perfect spot to unwind and get into the festive mood! 😋 #ChristmasCountdown #Crema

🎄 Countdown to Christmas – Day 16! 🎄 Today, we’re shining the spotlight on The Flower Boutique! 🌟 Whether you're looking for a stunning Christmas wreath, festive flowers to complete your table, or beautiful candles adorned with seasonal decorations, they have everything you need to make your home merry and bright. ✨ Pop in and find the perfect touch for your Christmas celebrations! 🎁 #ThinkChristmasThinkLisburn #ChristmasCountdown

🎄 Countdown to Christmas - Day 15 🎄 Treat yourself to a delicious festive drink at @percyscoffee in Lisburn! From creamy hot chocolates to spiced lattes, it’s the perfect spot to warm up and enjoy the Christmas spirit. 📍 Stop by and make your day a little more magical! #CountdownToChristmas #FestiveSips #PercivalLisburn

Competition Time! Day 14 of our Christmas Countdown! 🎄 We’ve teamed up with @hillmountbelfast to offer a family the chance to visit Santa’s Grotto before 23 December and a warming cuppa in The Gardener’s Rest. 🎅 🤶 To enter simply LIKE this post and TAG a friend. Prize includes: family pass to see Santa - two adults / up to three children (12 and under) and a £30 voucher for The Gardener’s Rest café. ✨️ Celebrate the festive season with a visit to Santa’s Grotto at @hillmountbelfast Wander through the winter wonderland and stop off for a chat with Mrs Claus before the elves guide you to take your seat in the sleigh next to Santa himself. We’ve teamed up with Hillmount to offer a family the chance to visit Santa’s Grotto before 23 December and a warming cuppa in The Gardener’s Rest. 🎅 🤶 Think Christmas, Think Lisburn & Castlereagh (Winner announced on our stories at midday on Tuesday 17th December) #competitiontime #hillmount #familypass

Day 13 of our Christmas Countdown! 🎄 Treat yourself or a loved one to the ultimate pampering experience at @sanctuarylisburn this festive season! Try out their luxurious beauty treatments and leave with that perfect holiday glow. Whether it’s a gift or a treat for yourself, it’s the ideal way to add some sparkle to your Christmas! ✨️ Think Christmas, Think Lisburn! #SanctuarySpa #Pampering #FestiveGlow

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This page tells you about everything that is going on in Lisburn & Castlereagh from Food and Drink to Fun Days Out! Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council provides a wide range of quality services to the people living is this council area. The Visit Lisburn Castlereagh page discusses tourism in the district and we reserve the right to remove posts, which stop this from happening. Anyone who is continually detrimental to others' enjoyment of this page risks being permanently removed as fans. Please join our Visit Lisburn page. By Liking and commenting on the Visit Lisburn Page you are giving your consent that you will abide by the House Rules. We encourage fans to post, comment and share on our page however we reserve the right to remove any offensive comments, without notification, including those which: • bully, harass or intimidate any individual or organisation • are unlawful, libellous, defamatory, abusive, threatening, harmful, obscene, profane • are racist, sexist, homophobic, sexually explicit or abusive • sexually oriented or racially offensive • use swear words or offensive language • infringe or violate someone else's rights • violate the law • discuss ongoing legal proceedings • are spam, irrelevant or advertises products and services • advertise products or services • are irrelevant or off the topic of Lisburn tourism • are disruptive • are repetitive • describes or incites activities which could endanger the safety of others We will also remove or ban any user who: • continues to post comments such as those listed above • uses offensive images as their profile picture, for example, sexually explicit images • has an offensive user name Lisburn & Castlreagh City Council employees are excluded from any competitions. These lists are not exhaustive and will be updated as necessary. Users should also make themselves aware of Facebook’s own terms and conditions. Moderation This page is not monitored 24/7 (including evenings, weekends and public holidays). If you have a query, please email [email protected] or phone 028 92447622 (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm). If you have a Freedom of Information request, please visit our website at www.visitlisburncastlereagh.com for details of how to contact us.