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Spring Spectacular

An extravaganza of buds, bulbs and blooms in Hillsborough Castle's stunning gardens.

  • Until 05 May 2025

  • In line with gardens opening hours
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
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  • Easter
  • Families
  • Events

Easter Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt

Join the Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt in Hillsborough Castle's stunning gardens, and enjoy some springtime family magic.

  • 12 April - 27 April 2025
  • In line with gardens opening hours
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
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  • 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.

  • 16 April, 14 June and 20 September 2025

  • 11:00
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Free (advance booking required)
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  • Events
  • Workshops

Garden Workshops

Join our expert gardeners in workshops and explore Hillsborough Castle's historic gardens.

  • Selected dates until 04 September

  • 10.30 - 12.30
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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  • 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.

  • Until 04 January 2026

  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (Members go free)
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  • Families

Mums Go Free

Treat your mum to the perfect day out this Mothering Sunday weekend.

  • 29 - 30 March 2025
  • In line with gardens opening hours
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in gardens admission (Members go free)
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  • Tours and talks

Hillsborough Castle Special Interest Tours

Led by an expert guide, delve deeper into Hillsborough Castle's unique history.

  • Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 May

  • 11:30, 12:30 & 14:30
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Separate ticket
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  • Tours and talks
  • Events

Spring Spectacular workshops

Enjoy a series of garden workshops this spring as part of Spring Spectacular. Create your seasonal bouquets or try planting your own flowers and vegetables.

  • 05 - 26 May 2025

  • 11 - 15.30
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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  • 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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