Location: Banbridge
Top Things to do in Banbridge
What to do and see in Banbridge, Northern Ireland: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Banbridge (/bænˈbrɪdʒ/ ban-BRIJ) is a town in County Down, Northern Ireland. It lies on the River Bann and the A1 road and is named after a bridge built over the River Bann in 1712. It is situated in the civil parish of Seapatrick and the historic barony of Iveagh Upper, Upper Half. The town began as a coaching stop on the road from Belfast to Dublin and thrived from Irish linen manufacturing. The town is the headquarters for Banbridge District Council. It had a population of 16,653 people in the 2011 Census.
Restaurants in Banbridge
1. Mount Ida Pottery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By 288angelat - Belfast, United Kingdom
Fantastic unique pieces Designed with great thought has gone into each piece Fab gift ideas for all occasions Or for pieces around the house
2. F E McWilliam Gallery
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4.5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By Z2332XDlindap - Banbridge, United Kingdom
A little centre of excellence! If you are looking for a venue to meet friends for coffee and treats, to a fabulous breakfast or lunch, this famous centre of Art and exhibitions is the place. Spacious parking and just off the roundabout near The Boulevard and on route to Dublin or Belfast - stop! See FE McWilliams legacy sculptures as well as travelling art exhibitions or to stop at the tourist advice centre and finish with a treat to eat - try this!!!!
3. Fergusons Irish Linen Factory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Visit the last remaining Irish Linen weaver - Thomas Ferguson Irish Linen A visit to Thomas Ferguson Irish Linen offers visitors a rare opportunity to see Irish Linen at its various stages of production. These include design, weaving, specialist cutting, hemming and ornamenting. In our beautiful Linen Centre you can learn about the rich history of Irish Linen. We also offer a tour around the factory where you can see the actual production of our linens-sewer's busy finishing unique tablecloths, weavers mastering the art of weaving and the thoughtful packaging process. Our knowledgeable tour guide will bring you closer the real history of Irish Linen. Please book a tour in advanced via email or call our factory and ask for Nigel Spiers. The Linen Centre also offers a unique shopping opportunity with a whole collection of lovely linen products you can choose from- tablecloths, bedsheets, handkerchiefs and more!
4. Banbridge Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.
5. Jump Boxx NI
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4.0 based on 32 reviews
Northern Ireland's newest Trampoline park, offering 15000 sq feet of fun for all the family. We also offer birthday parties for all ages, mother and toddler groups with a purpose built toddler area and fitness classes. Or enjoy a coffee and some of our homemade tray bakes while the kids burn of some energy.
