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Spring Spectacular
Until 05 May 2025
Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt
12 April - 27 April 2025
Royal Style in the Making
Until 04 January 2026
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Spring Spectacular
An extravaganza of buds, bulbs and blooms in Hillsborough Castle's stunning gardens.
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Until 05 May 2025
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
- Events
- Families
Disney Winnie the Pooh Hunny Hunt
Discover 100 acres of fun with Winnie the Pooh and friends. Treat your family with free gardens tickets for kids.
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28 June - 31 August
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free, no pre-booking required)
- Events
- Workshops
Garden Workshops
Join our expert gardeners in workshops and explore Hillsborough Castle's historic gardens.
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Selected dates until 04 September
- 10.30 - 12.30
- Hillsborough Castle
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Exhibition
- Things to see
Royal Style in the Making
Discover the intimate bond between royal clients and fashion designers in a captivating new exhibition at Hillsborough Castle.
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Until 04 January 2026
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (Members go free)
- For members
- Tours and talks
- Events
Members-Only Gardens Tours at Hillsborough Castle
Explore the gardens surrounding Northern Ireland's only royal residence with an expert guide on these members-only tours.
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16 April, 14 June and 20 September 2025
- 11:00
- Hillsborough Castle
- Free (advance booking required)
- Tours and talks
Hillsborough Castle Special Interest Tours
Led by an expert guide, delve deeper into Hillsborough Castle's unique history.
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Selected dates in May and July
- 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 14:30 & 16:15 (see individual tour sections)
- Hillsborough Castle
- Separate ticket
- Families
Kids Go Free
Treat the kids this summer holidays with a free visit to the 100 acre gardens.
- 28 June - 31 August 2025
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in gardens admission (Members go free)
- Tours and talks
- Events
Spring Spectacular family workshops
Celebrate spring at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens with our enjoyable family workshops as part of Spring Spectacular.
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05 - 26 May 2025
- 11 - 15.30
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
- Tours and talks
Community Access Scheme
Explore Hillsborough Castle and Gardens for free with your local community or adult learning group.
- Two to three times per year as required
- 10.30 – 14.00
- Hillsborough Castle
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