Location: Newtownards
Top Things to do in Newtownards
Top 9 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Newtownards, Northern Ireland
Newtownards, is a large town, townland and civil parish in County Down, Northern Ireland. It lies at the most northern tip of Strangford Lough, 10 miles (16 km) east of Belfast, on the Ards Peninsula. It is situated in the civil parish of Newtownards and the historic baronies of Ards Lower and Castlereagh Lower. Newtownards is the largest town in the former Borough of Ards. It is known colloquially by locals as "Ards". It had a population of 28,039 people in the 2011 Census.
Restaurants in Newtownards
1. Ulster Historical Foundation
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
The Ulster Historical Foundation is a long-established, highly reputable research and publishing agency. It offers its extensive knowledge to help on the sources available to discover Irish and Scots-Irish ancestors. We offer advice on researching Irish and Scots-Irish family history, as well as carry out research for clients and we have a range of family and local history publications. We also run family history conferences and give talks and workshops on how to research your ancestors.
Reviewed By GoPlaces788409
I completed the online Irish Genealogy Essentials course in autumn 2020. I would highly recommend the programme - very comprehensive, quality content and excellent presenters. I would advise that you are prepared - although self-paced you do need to plan to set time aside. A great experience!
2. The Echlinville Distillery
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5.0 based on 46 reviews
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.
3. Somme Heritage Centre
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4.5 based on 171 reviews
Somme Museum The Somme Museum opened in 1994, it examines Ireland's role in the First World War, with special reference to local cross-community involvement in the three volunteer Divisions raised in Ireland: the 10th and 16th (Irish) Divisions, and the 36th (Ulster) Division. The Museum is fully registered and accredited and houses an extensive collection of material from the Great War period which is displayed on a rotational basis. The collection includes uniforms, medals, weapons and personal items which tell the stories of those who served, fought and experienced the First World War. Visitors to the Museum have an opportunity to experience the sights and sounds of the First World War as they make their way from the Home Rule Crisis to the Recruiting Office and on to the trenches of the Western Front. Audio visual displays and experienced and knowledgeable guides bring the experience to life.
Reviewed By 257nigelk - Belfast, United Kingdom
Great spot that accurately describes the conditions, the weather and the lives of so many who left their families and homes and did not return had to endure in the trenches and blood soaked killing fields of the front line during the Battle of the Somme and other local engagements. First time I noticed my great grandfathers name engraved on a wooden plinth dedicated to both himself and others from the Donegal Rd area of Belfast. My grandmother, bless her remembered him leaving and never coming home, killed on 1st July 1916. RIP
4. Romas
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
5. The Parlour Bar
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4.0 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By bringoment456
We booked a table recently for a Christmas get together. The food was outstanding. For starters, we had prawn cocktail, brie and battered mushrooms. All were amazing. For mains, we had the Christmas Dinner, beef burger and the chicken goujons. Again, the food was outstanding. The staff were an absolute credit to the bar and were so attentive and hardworking. We will definitely be back soon!
6. Roma's Of Regent Street
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4.0 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By E2628PVmelissam - Belfast, United Kingdom
Booked a table for late lunch we were warmly welcomed by Leighanne and her staff and very well looked after by Ann. The Chicken wings were spicy and delicious the Scampi was so good and the Sizzler was delicious with excellent well cooked sides. Romas has a reasonably pri ced wine list and a good selection of Beer on tap. Excellent attention to Covid 19 regulations was very appreciated. A very enjoyable afternoon will definately be back
7. Happy Town
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3.5 based on 99 reviews
New entertainment complex for children
8. Ards Shopping Centre
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3.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By valerief991
The Ards shopping centre always seems to be buzzing whatever the season. We visited Friday and Sunday and the children really LOVED the displays, Christmas Lights, Polar Bear band, singing Reindeers, photo snowmen where you out your face in their face, and of course Santa Claus!! Our 2.5 year old and 1 year old LOVED everything. There also lovely shops all over the place. Would certainly recommend a visit if you're in the area looking for something. Plus cafes of course and a soft play which we didn't experience as we'd run out of time.
9. IMC
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