~Things To See and Do, Activities, Where to Eat, Where to Stay in County Down~
Whether you’re looking for things to do in County Down such as events and attractions or are planning where to stay in County Down, you’ll find everything you need for your County Down holiday on What's On In County Down.com.
Attractions and Places to Visit in County Down
Down District Council is a Local Council in County Down in Northern Ireland. It is set to merge with Newry and Mourne District Council in May 2015 under local government reorganisation in Northern Ireland to become Newry, Mourne and Down District Council.
Places to Stay in County Down
Down District has a wide variety of accommodation to choose from including hotels, guesthouses, Bed & Breakfast, self-catering, hostels, and caravan parks & campsites. Down District is a relaxing place, known for its oceanfront, and features picturesque views of mountains and forests.
Sports and Activities
Stimulating, entertaining and bags of fun, Down District is perfect for families. Let kids go crazy at Newcastle's Tropicana and Coco's, enjoy picnics in forest parks, walk along Newcastle & Murlough beach, hire a boat, go fishing.
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~Food and Drinks in County Down~
Down District has a wide variety of good quality eating establishments. Whether you want a quick bite and a pint of Guinness in a country pub or gourmet dining, County Down has something to suit all tastes for eat and drink.
Evening entertainment is available in many of the local public houses and hotels in Ardglass, Ballynahinch, Castlewellan, Clough / Seaforde, Crossgar, Downpatrick, Dundrum, Killough, Killyleagh, Newcastle, Saintfield, Saul and Strangford.
Food and Drinks
From fine dining and afternoon tea to pop-up markets and humble street food, County Down is packed with options to suit any mood offering any and every cuisine you can think of.

At Brunel's, chef Paul Cunningham's local foraging skills, hand-picked suppliers and inspired flavour combinations come together to create some of Ireland's best restaurant food.
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On a working 162-hectare farm 5km northwest of Newtownards, this foodie emporium incorporates a bakery, butcher and deli, plus fruit, vegetable and dairy sections.
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Aldo's uses only the finest ingredients, carefully chosen through local suppliers. On arrival you will be welcomed into the cosy lounge for a pre-dinner drink.
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Consistent throughout all of these years is a passion for the seasonal use of local produce, taking our raw ingredients when they are bursting with flavour and freshness.
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~Shopping, Health & Wellbeing in County Down~
Make sure to discover County Down’s diverse neighbourhoods, from tranquil suburbs to central areas full of shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Shopping & Fashion in County Down
County Down has independent shops dotted throughout the city, though there are some streets with more shops than others. There are also a number of specialist shops, including jewellers, art galleries, toy stores, antiques dealers and seaside gift shops, as well as countless boutiques.
Health & Wellbeing in County Down
Unwind in luxurious treatment rooms in a choice of beautiful and professional salons around County Down. Manicures, Pedicures, Facials, Waxing, Consultations, Massages and more are offered in County Down’s best beauty salons.
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~Latest County Down Lifestyle & Culture News~
County Down News February 5, 2025
NISRA Releases Latest Figures On Suicide Deaths In NI
Northern Ireland Suicide Statistics For 2023 The latest figures published today by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) show that there were 221 suicide deaths registered in 2023. And research has shown that people in the most deprived areas are more than twice as likely to experience suicide compared to those in better […]
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County Down News January 16, 2025
Resonate Testing Invests In Newry Battery Testing Facility
Murphy welcomes £475k investment by Newry company Resonate Testing to set up Irelands first battery testing facility Economy Minister Conor Murphy has welcomed a £475,000 investment by Newry company Resonate Testing to establish the first battery testing facility on the island of Ireland. This milestone expansion positions Resonate Testing at the forefront of certified lithium […]
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County Down News December 30, 2024
Shannon Congratulates Royal Mail Staff In Newtownards
Jim Shannon visit the Royal Mail depot in Newtownards over Christmas period Strangford MP Jim Shannon has congratulated all the Royal Mail staff for their excellent work in getting the Royal Mail out to all houses and homes over the Christmas period. Jim Shannon said: “On visiting the Post Office and Royal Mail sorting officers […]
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County Down News December 12, 2024
Nesbitt Stops Short Of Cervical Screening Inquiry For Now
Statement by Health Minister Mike Nesbitt on cervical screening reports Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has commented on the publication of two reports on the Southern Trust’s Cervical Cytology Review and Cervical Cancers in the Southern Trust area. He has, however, been challenged by Colin McGrath SDLP MLA, an opposition health spokesperson, to open up an […]
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County Down News November 25, 2024
McMurray To Present Gondola Petition At Stormont
South Down Alliance MLA Andrew McMurray to present petition at Stormont opposing Gondola project South Down Alliance MLA Andrew McMurray is to present the petition calling on Newry Mourne and Down District Council to halt the progress with the Visitor Centre at Thomas’s Quarry and Gondola elements of the Mourne Gateway Project. Andrew McMurray said: […]
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