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Enjoy family days out this Autumn | © Brian Morrison

Family-friendly places in Northern Ireland

Discover the best family-friendly places to visit in Northern Ireland this autumn with a day out at the places in our care. Enjoy crisp, colourful woodland walks that spark curiosity and natural play areas perfect for burning off energy. As the vibrant autumn leaves fall, family adventures await around every corner. If the weather turns chilly or damp, take shelter in our cosy, family-friendly cafés and indulge in some seasonal treats. Be sure to check property websites for up-to-date opening times and special autumn events.

Places to visit with the family

Looking for fun things to do with the kids? This Autumn we've got you covered with seasonal activities for all ages at the places in our care. Members visit for free. Family membership available.

Family walking in the woodland at Castle Ward, County Down
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Family-friendly things to do at Castle Ward 

Castle Ward is hosting two festive family-friendly events this holiday season: the Christmas Market (29 November – 1 December) featuring locally handcrafted gifts and treats, including a special late-night opening on 29 November, and the Georgian Christmastide (29 November, 30 November – 1 December, and 7–8 December), offering a glimpse into 18th-century Christmas traditions with costumed time-travellers, festive decor, and storytelling. These events provide an enriching experience for children to explore history while enjoying the holiday spirit.

Girl in the natural play area at Mount Stewart, County Down
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Family-friendly things to do at Mount Stewart 

Find out everything you need to know about visiting Mount Stewart with kids. From exploring the Natural Play area to discovering the squirrel hide as well as essential information on where you'll find baby-changing facilities, places to picnic and more.

The Giant's Causeway, County Antrim
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Family-friendly things to do at The Giant's Causeway 

Explore Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk on the world-famous stones, see the basalt columns & soak up dramatic views of the rugged coastline

Two kids jumping in the autumn leaves at Florence Court
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Family-friendly things to do at Florence Court 

Everything you need to know about visiting Florence Court with kids. Borrow tracker packs and hire bikes. Discover play areas and baby changing facilities.

A family in the garden at The Argory, County Armagh
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Family-friendly things to do at The Argory 

Find out everything you need to know about visiting The Argory with kids, from playing in the play areas, borrowing balance bikes and essential information on where you'll find baby-changing facilities, bringing a picnic and more.

Family exploring the Christmas trail at Rowallane Garden, County Down
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Family friendly things to do at Rowallane Garden 

Find out everything you need to know about visiting Rowallane Garden with kids, from playing in the play areas, borrowing balance bikes and essential information on where you'll find baby changing facilities and more.

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    Visitors at the Giant's Causeway, County Antrim

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