Featured events
Christmas at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
28 November 2026 – 03 January 2027 (excluding 24-26 December)
Royal Style in the Making
Until 03 January 2027
Garden workshops 2027
Starting from March 2027. Tickets on sale soon.
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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.
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Dates:
Until 03 January 2027 (in line with Castle opening hours).
- Location: Hillsborough Castle
- Ticket type: Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (Members go free)
- Families
- Events
- Christmas
Christmas at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
Explore the gardens this Christmas as you tiptoe into the wood with The Gruffalo's Child, and meet Santa.
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Dates:
28 November 2026 – 03 January 2027 (excluding 24-26 December)
- Times: In line with gardens opening hours.
- Location: Hillsborough Castle
- Ticket type: Included in all admission tickets (Members go free, no pre-booking required). Separate add-on tickets available.
- Events
- For members
Members’ Christmas Dinner and Shopping Evening
Join us for an exclusive Members' Christmas Dinner at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens; delicious food and festive-fun guaranteed. Plus enjoy a special 20% members' discount on shop purchases.
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Dates:
03 December 2026
- Times: 18:00 - 20:00
- Location: Hillsborough Castle
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Events
- Christmas
Christmas wreath making workshop
Create a seasonal Christmas wreath using foliage from the castle grounds.
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Dates:
04 December and 05 December 2026
- Times: 10:15-12:15 and 13:30-15:30
- Location: Hillsborough Castle
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Events
- For members
Members-Only Carols by the Christmas Tree
Wrap up warm and join us for a selection of traditional Christmas carols and a warm drink under the stars. Celebrate Christmas and spread the festive cheer with friends and family.
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Dates:
10 December 2026
- Times: 16:00 - 17:30
- Location: Hillsborough Castle
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Events
- Christmas
Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market
Get into the festive spirit as Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market returns for two magical days, bringing a wonderful celebration of Christmas to the atmospheric surroundings of the Hillsborough Fort.
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Dates:
11 December (15:00 - 21:00) and 12 December (11:00 - 18:00) 2026
- Location: Hillsborough Castle
- Ticket type: Free
- For members
- Tours and talks
- Events
Members-Only New Year's Day Walk at Hillsborough Castle
Enjoy the tranquility of the gardens surrounding Northern Ireland's only royal residence on a guided walk with Claire Woods.
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Dates:
01 January 2027
- Times: 10:30-11:30
- Location: Hillsborough Castle
- Ticket type: Members go free, no pre-booking required
- Tours and talks
- Events
- Half term
NI Science Festival
A range of events at Hillsborough Castle as part of this year's NI Science Festival.
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Dates:
13 - 21 February 2027
- Location: Hillsborough Castle
- Ticket type: Separate ticket
- Events
Garden Workshops
Join our expert gardeners for spring and summer workshops in the historic gardens.
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Dates:
Select days from 06 March 2027
- Times: 10.30 - 12.30
- Location: Hillsborough Castle
- Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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