10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Belfast City Region That You Shouldn't Miss

August 28, 2021 Jacquiline Delozier

Discover the best top things to do in Belfast City Region, United Kingdom including Sentry Hill Historic House, Antrim Library, Comber Library, Ballyclare Library, Ulster Aviation Society, War Years Remembered (War Museum), The Echlinville Distillery, Portaferry Visitor Information Centre, Thunder Park, Bangor Abbey.
Restaurants in Belfast City Region

1. Sentry Hill Historic House

40 Ballycraigy Road bt36 4sx, Newtownabbey BT36 4SX Northern Ireland +44 28 9083 2363 [email protected] http://www.sentryhill.net
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5.0 based on 52 reviews

Sentry Hill Historic House

Sentry Hill is a 19th century Victorian farmhouse in the Parish of Carnmoney, County Antrim. The contents of this historic house in Northern Ireland provide a rare insight into life in rural Ulster during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Sentry Hill was the home of the McKinney family, who came to Ireland from Scotland in the early 1700s. Remarkably the contents of the house have survived almost intact. Family furniture, books, paintings, personal diaries, letters, photographs and souvenirs from trips abroad all help to tell the story of the McKinney's, recording life at Sentry Hill and its surrounding areas. Over the years many guests have been warmly received at Sentry Hill by the McKinney family. The last of the family may now be gone but their welcome remains and the door is now open for you. The venue is a popular place to see in Co Antrim, especially during European Heritage Open Days. You can dander down the path through the sheltering trees and step inside the snug old farmhouse. As you cross this threshold you will stand where the past shakes hands with the present. Sentry Hill offers an entertaining day out to visitors of all ages with facilities including guided tours, attractive gardens, a cafe, gift shop and picnic area.

Reviewed By L5303WFjimd

A hidden history gem and a great wet weather plan this venue is a time capsule of artefacts well worth A small detour of the beaten track to visit very impressed

2. Antrim Library

Library 10 Railway Street, Antrim BT41 4AE Northern Ireland +44 28 9446 1942 [email protected] http://www.librariesni.org.uk/libraries/county-antrim/antrim-library/
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Antrim Library

To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.

3. Comber Library

3 Newtownards Road, Comber BT23 5AU Northern Ireland +44 28 9187 2610 [email protected] http://www.librariesni.org.uk/libraries/county-down/comber-library/
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Comber Library

To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.

4. Ballyclare Library

School Street, Ballyclare, Newtownabbey BT39 9BE Northern Ireland +44 28 9335 2269 [email protected] http://www.librariesni.org.uk/libraries/county-antrim/ballyclare-library/
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5.0 based on 20 reviews

Ballyclare Library

To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.

5. Ulster Aviation Society

94-B Halftown Road via Gate 3 - Maze Long Kesh, Lisburn BT27 5RF Northern Ireland +44 7724 896215 [email protected] http://www.ulsteraviationsociety.org/
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5.0 based on 317 reviews

Ulster Aviation Society

WHO ARE WE? A charitable society that is a diverse group of enthusiasts, working on a voluntary basis to further public education in the history of aviation. WHAT AIRCRAFT DO WE HAVE? Our heritage collection currently includes 41+ aircraft, ranging from vintage WWII fighters through Cold War era fast jets, Shorts designed & built aircraft, civilian aircraft, plus military helicopters, engines, artefacts and rare aviation reference materials, all with strong links to aviation within the island of Ireland. Our aircraft are housed within an ex-WWII hangar at Maze Long Kesh, outside Lisburn (on the site of the old prison). • Charitable association of Aviation Enthusiasts • Over 680+ members, including Europe & USA Ulster Aviation Society is a charitable association. N. Ireland. Charity No. NIC 100128. NI Charity Commission Registered. Associate member of Northern Ireland Museums’ Council

Reviewed By BoardingPass162734

Amazing collection, with a very knowledgeable and friendly staff and great opportunities for volunteers (young and old), to high-light this gem of a collection. I thoroughly enjoyed my few hours there and wish I was closer, as I'd be there volunteering too. Keep coming back as there is always something new and interesting to see - and the standard of restoration is top notch and a credit to high calibre of the team there, and giving youngsters many opportunities to help out and build those all important life skills. Please pass the word around and support this wonderful charity.and visit it soon.

6. War Years Remembered (War Museum)

Avondale Drive Unit 16B Dennison Industrial Estate, Ballyclare, Newtownabbey BT39 9EB Northern Ireland +44 28 9335 4125 http://www.waryearsremembered.co.uk
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5.0 based on 158 reviews

War Years Remembered (War Museum)

Reviewed By argylltraveler

This war museum is a must for any war historian all the items covering the 1st & 2nd world wars are all original its has vechicles weapons uniforms & so much more it takes around 2hours to get round it all very interesting I just loved it

7. The Echlinville Distillery

62 Gransha Road Echlinville House, Newtownards BT22 1AJ Northern Ireland +44 28 4273 8597 [email protected] http://echlinville.com
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5.0 based on 46 reviews

The Echlinville Distillery

Field-to-glass distillery crafting award winning spirits in the heart of County Down, Northern Ireland. Home to Dunville's Irish Whiskey, Echlinville Single Estate Irish Pot Still Gin, Jawbox Gin and Bán Poitín.

Reviewed By MarkH9406 - Newtownards, United Kingdom

Was bought a tour for Christmas and visited in January. Starts with tea/coffee and scones / buns and health and safety briefing with some history. Tour takes you from process start to finish showing gin poteen and whiskey distillation and the differences. Right through to the storage. Post tour you can use your voucher for some drams of the distillery's own whiskies or exchange them against value of some products and merchandise in the on site shop.

8. Portaferry Visitor Information Centre

3 Castle Street The Stables, Portaferry BT22 1NZ Northern Ireland +44 28 4272 9882 [email protected] http://www.visitardsandnorthdown.com/things-to-do/portaferry-visitor-information-centre
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Portaferry Visitor Information Centre

Friendly, knowledgeable staff can help you make the most of your visit with a wide range of free information on attractions, activities, accommodation and events around beautiful Strangford Lough, Ards and North Down and throughout N Ireland. Well stocked gift shop with books of local interest and souvenirs. Free family entertainment Saturday afternoons in July & August.

9. Thunder Park

41 Balloo Road Within Eddie Irvine Sports, Bangor BT19 7PG Northern Ireland +44 28 9148 2007 [email protected] http://www.thunderparkireland.com
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Thunder Park

Thunder Park is a new era Skatepark facility called the Action Sports Academy. Our passion and focus is to provide a safe and progressive environment to enjoy and learn new skills in a variety of Action Sports Such as: BMX Biking, Skateboarding, Stunt Scooters, Inline Skate, Parkour, Break-Dance, Djing & Graffiti Art. We are the only facility in Ireland running structured Coaching clubs on a weekly basis in BMX, Scooters & Skateboarding. Visit us for an adrenaline fueled Day out with family or friends and rest assured you'll be in the environment of passionate, dedicated & highly experienced staff & Coaches. We offer a superb variety of Ramps and obstacles to learn the basics or train to a world class level and we carry lots of rental equipment to accommodate groups, Birthday parties and provide for those who don't have their own equipment. Visit our Award winning venue 7 days a week!

10. Bangor Abbey

Newtownards Road, Bangor BT20 4BW Northern Ireland +44 28 9145 1087
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4.5 based on 22 reviews

Bangor Abbey

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