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Visitor Guide

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Lisburn 

2012 Visitor Guide 

Contents 

Welcome to Lisburn City 

Historic Villages 

Heritage Sites 

Natural Splendour 

Visitor Attractions 

Leisure Pursuits 

Events 

Lisburn Area Map 

Lisburn City Map 

Accommodation 

Information and Services 

Contact Information 

Lisburn City Council, on request, will take all reasonable steps 

to provide this document in alternative formats and in minority 

languages to meet the needs of those who are not fluent in English. 

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Market Square, Lisburn 

Welcome 

To the City of Lisburn 

Lisburn City is the second largest City in Northern Ireland and is set 

in the beautiful Lagan Valley area covering an area of 174 square 

miles of contrasting open countryside and many charming towns 

and villages. Lisburn City centre is a perfect combination of 

architectural buildings and streets dating from the 18 th Century 

together with modern buildings, making it a lively bustling modern 

City with a captivating history. 

Lisburn was founded in the early 17 th Century and its name in Irish is 

Lios na gCearbhach or Lisnagarvey, which means the 'fort of 

gamesters'. It is thought that the modern name of Lisburn came into 

use around 1662 as the earliest reference to the name was found in a 

baptismal entry of 11 th January of that year. It has also been 

suggested that Lisnagarvey was changed to Lisburn because the 

town was burned in the rebellion of 1641. Today, many local sports 

clubs pay tribute by still carrying the title Lisnagarvey in their name. 

Lisburn is also known as the birthplace of Ireland's linen industry, 

which was restructured and enhanced in 1698 by Louis Crommelin 

and other Huguenots. The Irish Linen Industry of years gone by can 

be appreciated through a permanent exhibition housed in the Irish 

Linen Centre and Lisburn Museum in the City centre. 

The City of Lisburn is known for its superior shopping, outdoor 

activities, sporting and cultural attractions, restaurants and heritage 

sites. An extensive portfolio of top class events takes place 

throughout the year, including the Ulster Grand Prix, National 

Countrysports Fair, Hillsborough International Oyster Festival and the 

Northern Ireland Festival of Racing. 

Lisburn is the City for Life. 


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Welcome to Lisburn City

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Shopping 

A shopper’s delight - ample car parking, 

easy access and brand names you expect. 

Shopping in Lisburn offers a memorable experience. 

Whether you are looking for large high street names 

or small intimate shops Lisburn is a great place to 

shop. The compact City centre prides itself on 

family-owned retailers mixed with familiar big name 

stores. Outside of the City centre the picturesque 

villages and bustling towns provide a sanctuary of 

antique, craft and speciality shops. 

The City features the pedestrian Bow Street with a 

fabulous selection of shops, perfect for some retail 

therapy. Bow Street Mall offers all that is best about 

high street shopping, with over 60 leading stores over 

two levels. Located in the heart of Lisburn, Lisburn 

Square is home to the City’s traditional market every 

Tuesday as well as fashion, gift and homeware stores. 

Outside of the City centre, the Sprucefield retail 

development is best known for the largest of seven

Marks & Spencer stores in Northern Ireland, together 

with a large Boots and JJB store. The neighbouring 

Sprucefield Park includes Sainsburys, Toys ‘R’ Us, 

Argos, PC World, Next Home and B&Q with ample 

free parking. 

The villages of Hillsborough and Moira are well worth 

a visit with a treasure trove of boutiques and 

speciality shops, sure to please the most seasoned 

shopper. 

Throughout the City and surrounding areas there is a 

great choice of cafes and restaurants to take a 

well-earned break from all the shopping. 

The City of Lisburn has earned an enviable reputation 

for excellent shopping facilities and we are sure you 

will have a memorable shopping experience. 

Please refer to the Lisburn Area Map (page 54) and the 

Lisburn City Map (page 56) for shopping facility locations. 


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Eating Out 

in Lisburn 

With something to suit all tastes and budgets the 

'Eating Out Guide to Lisburn' illustrates those 

establishments offering traditional Irish fayre and also 

Indian, Asian and Italian, to name but a few. Every 

taste is catered for, from restaurants 

specialising in family fayre to 

gourment establishments where 

fine food is professionally presented. 

The guide is divided into regional 

locations including Lisburn City 

Centre and the smaller village areas 

of Hillsborough, Moira, Dunmurry, 

Dormara and Glenavy. 

The 'Eating Out Guide to Lisburn' 

is available from either of the 

Tourist Information Centres.


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Historic 

Villages 

As you wander through our friendly 

towns and villages you will discover that 

the heritage of the region is rich, colourful 

and varied.

Moira Village 


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Historic Villages 

Hillsborough 

Hillsborough is one of the City’s famous showpiece 

villages. A glorious example of Georgian architecture, 

the village is an explosion of colour during the spring 

and summer months regularly featuring in ‘Ulster in 

Bloom’ and ‘Best Kept Village’ Awards. The village also 

plays host to the International Oyster Festival each 

September. 

Amongst the village’s many architectural delights is 

Hillsborough Castle, a magnificent two-storey 

mansion house dating from 1797 incorporating an 

earlier house from 1760. It was the former home of 

the Hill family - the Marquises of Downshire, from 

whom the village takes its name. In its present 

incarnation it is the official residence of the Secretary 

of State for Northern Ireland and regular Royal Garden 

Parties are staged within its grounds. 

It was at this illustrious location for five days in 

October 1771 that the then Secretary of State for the 

Colonies, Wills Hill (later 1 st Marquis of Downshire) 

played host to Benjamin Franklin. It is said that the 

animosity between the two men contributed to the 

American War of Independence. 

Opposite the Courthouse, just off the Main Street, is 

the 17 th Century Hillsborough Fort which provides a 

fabulous centrepiece for the Forest, where one can 

take a leisurely stroll around its lakeshore, admire its 

varied flora and fauna and relax in its tranquil 

surroundings. Yet in centuries past this building had a 

more martial role due to the fact that it commanded 

the strategic Kilwarlin Pass, and was made a Royal 

Fortress during the reign of Charles II, with Sir Arthur 

Hill appointed hereditary constable in command of a 

garrison of twenty warders. 

So why not spend a few hours exploring the village’s 

rich heritage and its many speciality shops before 

sampling the food at one of the village’s award 

winning pub restaurants.

Dromara 

Dromara is an excellent base for exploring the 

unspoilt County Down countryside. Don’t miss 

Legananny Dolmen, a prehistoric three-legged ‘giant 

cave’ just outside the village. The River Lagan’s source 

is Slieve Croob in the Dromara hills from which it 

flows through the village, making its way through the 

City of Lisburn and out to the sea at Belfast Lough. 

Moira 

Moira has a rich and varied past and can claim 

amongst other things in the late 17 th Century the first 

‘hot-house’ to be built in Europe, which was erected in 

the grounds of Moira Castle. Now it and the Castle 

are known only to the pages of history. 

In the literary field it can claim a connection to the 

poet W.B. Yeats, whose grandfather and namesake 

was the Curate at the parish church of St John’s in 

the village. 

The village is another Georgian architectural 

masterpiece and is a record-breaking winner of 

‘Britain in Bloom’ Awards. Every shop, house, 

courtyard and archway of this lovely little country 

village is festooned with colour. Visitors to the village 

can leave with an assortment of gifts including its 

internationally renowned sausages. 


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Heritage Sites 

Harry Ferguson Memorial, Growell 

Crewe Hill 

The Kings of Ulster were proclaimed at Crewe Hill on 

the eastern side of Glenavy parish. The hill rises to 

192m where there is a rath, which may have been a 

royal residence on the south side and a coronation 

stone on the summit. Access is restricted. For more 

information contact the Lisburn Tourist Information 

Centre on Tel: 028 9266 0038. 

Downshire Monument 

The Downshire Monument can be seen when 

travelling from Hillsborough to Dromara village. A 

testimonial to the third Marquis, this tall and 

imposing fluted Doric column of dressed stone has a 

square base on a podium of three tall, raked steps. 

The Downshire Coat of Arms is inset in its base. The 

third Marquis died whilst visiting his estate in 

Blessington, County Wicklow. His funeral procession 

was said to have been the longest seen in Ireland. 

Duneight Motte 

and Bailey 

Situated on the outskirts of Legacurry you will find 

this very fine example of a 12 th Century early Norman 

fortification. The motte is roughly triangular in shape 

and is guarded on the west side by a substantial ditch 

and bank. It has a maximum width of about 17.5m 

and rises about 10m above the ditch on the west side. 

The Ravernet River forms the southern boundary.

Between the motte and the bailey is a ditch about 8m 

wide and 1.8m deep. Around the base of the mound a 

half-moon shaped bailey is very visible. 

Giant’s Ring 

The Giant’s Ring is a most impressive earthwork, over 

200m in diameter, surrounded by a bank of gravel and 

boulders, which has five entrances. Near the centre is 

a megalithic chamber made up of five upright stones 

with a single capstone dating from around 3000 BC. 

The original purpose of this site was probably as a 

meeting place or a cult centre. In the 18 th Century the 

area was used for racing horses. 

Harry Ferguson Memorials 

Harry Ferguson (from Growell, Hillsborough) achieved 

worldwide fame with his invention of the Ferguson 

3-point linkage system. This system still forms the 

basis of almost every tractor made today. 

The Harry Ferguson Memorial Garden, opposite his 

birthplace, is open to the public and every August an 

annual event is held in his honour. 

A bronze memorial piece in Hillsborough Forest 

commemorates the centenary of his first flight on 31 st 

December 1909. 

There is also a Harry Ferguson self-guided tour trail 

and map which follows in the footsteps of this truly 

remarkable engineer and inventor. Call into the 

Lisburn or Hillsborough Tourist Information Centres 

to pick up a copy of this trail guide (car essential). 

Lisburn Historic 

Quarter 

For many hundreds of years, Lisburn’s strategic 

location on the River Lagan made it an important 

economic hub linking Belfast and Dublin. The area 

now known as the Historic Quarter was first laid out 

in the 17 th Century. It falls within a designated 

Conservation Area, which includes Market Square, 

Castle Street and Bridge Street. A great fire 

destroyed this area in 1707, but an attractive 18 th 

Century streetscape was rebuilt on the original 

layout and this has remained largely unchanged to 

the present day. 


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Natural 

Splendour 

The delights of the City 

Visit Lisburn in the spring or summer and you 

will witness a City covered with floral splendour 

and colour. Spend an afternoon exploring the 

picturesque villages of Hillsborough and Moira 

where spectacular displays of flowers ensure a 

warm and vibrant welcome. 

Visitors can also enjoy the delights of the City 

centre’s award-winning floral displays and 

indeed the Council has won awards at both the 

Chelsea and Dublin Flower shows. 

The City also has a multitude of beautiful parks 

and gardens, where visitors can relax and enjoy 

the scenery or take a walk along wonderful 

nature trails or the River Lagan towpath.

Lagan Towpath 


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Natural Splendour 

Castle Gardens 

Castle Street, Lisburn 

Web: www.castlegardenslisburn.com 

Opening Hours: 

1 st April to 30 th September – 8.00am-8.00pm 

1 st October to 31 st March – 8.00am-5.00pm 

Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day 

Castle Gardens is the most historically significant 

open space in Lisburn and was once the site of Lisburn 

Castle, a 17 th Century fortified manor house, built by 

the Conway family, the landlords of Lisburn. Upon the 

death of the last landlord, Sir Richard Wallace, and 

later his wife, Lady Wallace, the Gardens were gifted 

to the people of Lisburn by Lady Wallace’s heir, Sir 

John Murray Scott in 1903. 

Lisburn City Council has restored the upper 19 th 

Century Gardens and the 17 th Century Terraces, with 

grant aid from the Heritage Lottery Fund. 

If you would like more details about the site and the 

people who lived in the Castle, why not book a tour? 

Join a professional guide for a delightful promenade 

through the Gardens, listening to stories through the 

centuries. Find out about fires that destroyed Lisburn, 

who fought a duel over the hand of Mary Rawdon, 

and why Anne Conway’s body was preserved in ‘spirits 

of wine’. Learn about Sir George Rawdon and his 

50-year contribution to 17 th Century Lisburn. Historical 

interpretive tours are available through the Education 

Services at the Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum. 

Facilities: 

• Full disabled access with street parking nearby and 

only a short walk from rail and bus stations 

• Public toilets including disabled toilet on site 

• Welcome point with displays outlining the history of 

the Gardens and the recent restoration project 

• A World War II Air Raid shelter converted into an 

Education Centre, for school and community use. 

There is a full education programme for schools 

and also seasonal and community events being held 

throughout the year. Castle Gardens tours and 

workshops are free but must be booked in advance 

(minimum numbers apply). Check the local press 

for details. All bookings and enquiries should be 

made to – Bookings, Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn 

Museum, Market Street, Lisburn, BT28 1AG or 

telephone 028 9266 3377. 

More information on Castle Gardens is available at 

www.castlegardenslisburn.com

Colin Glen Forest Park 

163 Stewartstown Road, Dunmurry, BT17 0HW 

Tel: 028 9061 4115 

Fax: 028 9060 1694 

E-mail: info@colinglentrust.org 

Web: www.colinglentrust.org 

Visitors Centre: Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm 

The Forest Park is open all year from dawn to dusk 

Dominated by Black Mountain (335m) this 200 acre 

park boasts the Rambling Hole Waterfall and 

wonderful nature trails. You might be lucky enough 

to see the wild orchids along the banks of the river. 

The Visitor Centre has a cafe and golf complex nearby. 

From there a broadleaf woodland of oak, ash and 

beech trees, as well as a range of wild flowers, insects 

and birds including Grey Herons, Sparrowhawks and 

Treecreepers can be uncovered. 

Hillsborough Forest 

Hillsborough Village 

Tel: 028 4377 2240 

Open: All year 

The forest is set in the picturesque village of 

Hillsborough and is adjacent to Hillsborough Fort. 

Way-marked routes provide a variety of different 

walks through the forest, which covers an area of 

almost 200 acres. The whole of the lake area is a 

forest wildlife sanctuary and is home to a wide 

variety of birds and animals. 


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Lagan Valley 

Regional Park 

The Park Office, 3 Lock Keeper’s Lane, 

Milltown Road, Belfast, BT8 7XT 

Tel: 028 9049 1922 

Web: www.laganvalley.co.uk 


The park covers 4,200 acres of countryside and 

extends for 11 miles along both sides of the Lagan 

between Belfast (Stranmillis) and Lisburn (Union 

Locks). It is a mosaic of countryside, urban parks, 

heritage sites, nature reserves and riverside trails, 

making this a paradise for ramblers and off road 

cyclists. An audio trail is now available for download 

from the website. 

Moira Demesne 

Moira Village 

Tel: 028 9266 0038 (Lisburn TIC) 


Over 40 acres of parkland, which facilitates beautiful 

walks, picnic sites and a children's play area. Moira 

Demesne contains a varied selection of 

award-winning rose beds and is situated off Main 

Street, providing a quiet escape from the busy village. 

Sir Arthur Rawdon, MP (1662-1695) laid out Moira 

Demesne with trees and exotic plants from Jamaica, 

thus making it one of the foremost botanical gardens 

in 17 th Century Europe. He also built the first 

hot-house for plants in Ireland. 

Wallace Park 

Lisburn City centre 

Tel: 028 9266 0038 (Lisburn TIC) 


Located in the heart of Lisburn and covering 25 acres 

of mature parkland, Wallace Park is ideal for families, 

with a state-of-the-art children's play area and a 

variety of gentle walks. The park takes its 

name from Sir Richard Wallace who 

left many legacies to the City.


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Brookhall Historical Farm

Visitor Attractions 

Ballance House 

118a Lisburn Road, Glenavy, BT29 4NY 

Tel: 028 9264 8492 

Fax: 028 9264 8098 

E-mail: ballancenz@aol.com 

Web: www.ballance.utvinternet.com 

Opening Hours: Wed, Sun & Bank Holidays 

2.00pm-5.00pm (excluding 12 th July) April to 

September. 

Other times by arrangement including groups (for 

group bookings please ring Maureen Loughan on 

Tel: 028 9265 1564) 

Admission: Adults £3.00, Children 50p, Members free. 

This farmhouse museum was the birthplace of John 

Ballance, New Zealand’s Prime Minister 1891-1893. 

Special Events: For events throughout the year please 

contact the Ballance House directly or log onto: 

www.ballance.utvinternet.com 

Brookhall 

Historical Farm 

TOUR TOUR 

2 Horse Park, Ballinderry Road, 

Magheragall, Lisburn, BT28 2QU 

Tel: 028 9262 1712 

Fax: 028 9262 1712 

Mob: 07544 920149 

E-mail: info@brookhallcottages.com 

Web: www.brookhallcottages.com 

Admission: Adults £3.00, Children £2.00. 

Tours by private arrangement only. Please ring for 

information on tours and prices. Tours only for groups 

of 10 or more. 

Farm museum with items from a bygone day. Have a 

stroll around the Farm where you can see farm 

animals and some rare breeds, lovely gardens, nature 

walks, fishing lake and a historic 12 th Century church, 

which can be used for weddings. Enjoy trout fishing 

all year round on the Brookhall Estate. Special events 

held throughout the year. Wedding and conference 

facilities available on request or log onto: 

www.brookhallweddings.com 


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Coca-Cola 

Visitor Experience 

Coca-Cola HBC, Knockmore Hill, 12 Lissue Road, 

Lisburn, BT28 2SZ 

Tel: 028 9264 2267 

E-mail: visitors.experience@cchellenic.com 

TOUR 

Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland and Ireland have 

been welcoming organised groups of visitors to its 

plants since 1994. From school groups and university 

students to community associations and corporate 

guests, the Coca-Cola Visitor’s Experience welcomes 

anyone who wants to come and explore, learn and 

have fun discovering the past, present and future of 

the world’s number one soft drink and one of the 

Province’s leading businesses. 

Visitors to the plant will get the opportunity to enrich 

their understanding of Coca-Cola HBC, offering a 

multi-sensory learning experience, that not only 

communicates the chronological history of Coca-Cola 

but it also opens the doorway to one of Coca-Cola’s 

most modern and technologically advanced European 

production and distribution centres. 

Your visit will encompass the following: 

• an informative short film in the Heritage Theatre, 

showcasing the remarkable 125 year history of 

Coca-Cola 

• an extensive guided gallery tour of the main 

production facility, to experience a ‘bird’s eye view’ 

of how the products are made, bottled, packaged 

and stored 

• an opportunity to explore the world of Coca-Cola in an 

exciting and educational way in the interactive 

centre, learning about: 

- Beverages: How Coca-Cola HBC produce their 

wide range of beverages 

- Environment: How they minimise their 

environmental impacts 

- Community: Their involvement in the local 

community 

- Workplace: The career and development 

opportunities they offer. 

If you would like to arrange a group visit to Coca-Cola 

HBC Knockmore Hill, please call the information line on 

Tel: 028 9264 2267 or email: 

visitors.experience@cchellenic.com 

As the plant tour programme is very popular, it is 

recommended that you book your visit at least four 

weeks in advance of the date you would like to come. 

Unfortunately, Coca-Cola HBC cannot accept visitors 

without a prior booking. 

Tours are FREE and are available Monday to Friday. Each 

tour is conducted by a trained guide and lasts 90 

minutes. In line with their responsible marketing 

strategy, visitors must be aged 12 years old and upwards.

Eyes on NI 

Tour Guiding Company 

Tel: 07737 298032 

E-mail: tours@eyesonni.com 

Web: www.eyesonni.com 

TOUR 

The above company offers visitors guided tours of the 

City of Lisburn and surrounding areas. It provides 

tailor made, relaxed and informed tours to the main 

attractions and hidden gems offering competitive 

pricing with lots of added extras. Contact the 

company directly for more information and full 

details. 

Hilden Brewery 

Visitor Centre and 

Tap Room Restaurant 

Hilden House, Hilden, Lisburn, BT27 4TY 

Tel: 028 9266 3863 

E-mail: frances@hildenbrewery.co.uk 

Web: www.taproomhilden.com 

Opening Hours: Open all year Tues to Sun. 

Lunch: Tues-Sat 12noon-2.30pm, 

Sun 12.30pm-3.00pm 

Dinner: Tues-Sat 5.30pm-9.00pm. 

Closed Mondays and Sunday evenings. 

Bistro menu 5.30pm-7.00pm. 

Á la Carte menu 5.30pm-9.00pm 

A working brewery with licensed restaurant and 

visitor centre in a beautiful and historic setting at 

Hilden House which is located in the village of Hilden, 

just off the main A1 Belfast to Lisburn Road. 

Discover the magic of brewing and learn more about 

this ancient craft from the Master Brewer. Sample 

award-winning beers. Why not linger over a beer or 

two and enjoy a relaxed lunch or dinner in the Tap 

Room Restaurant. 

Special Events: Hilden Beer Festival (Bank Holiday 

Weekend August). 

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For admission charges and tour times please contact 

Hilden Brewery. 


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Hillsborough Castle 

Tours 

Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, The Square, 

Hillsborough, BT26 6AG 

Tel: 028 9268 9406 

Fax: 028 9268 3368 

E-mail: hillsborough.castle@nio.x.gsi.gov.uk 

Opening hours & admission: Telephone for details. 

Hillsborough Castle is a large magnificent two-storey 

late Georgian mansion dating back from 1797 

incorporating an earlier house of 1760, formerly the 

home of the Governors of Northern Ireland. 

The mansion is now the official residence of the 

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland. Other special 

guests have included HM The Queen, HRH The Prince 

of Wales and many other distinguished world leaders. 

Within the grounds is Europe’s largest Rhododendron, 

the historical herbaceous Granville Garden and the 

estate boasts enchanting garden walks. 

Pre-booked guided tours of the gardens are now 

available. For admission charges and tour times 

please contact Hillsborough Castle. 

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The Courthouse, 

Hillsborough 

The Square, Hillsborough, BT26 6AG 

Tel: 028 9268 9717 

Fax: 028 9268 9773 

E-mail: tic.hillsborough@lisburn.gov.uk 

Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 9.30am-5.30pm 

Admission: Free of charge. 

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In 1760 Wills Hill built a market house (the Central 

Arcade block) with the aim of attracting linen 

manufacturers to the area. In 1810 the North and 

South Wings were added. The South Wing was used 

as an open market hall and the North Wing housed a 

courtroom, which was operational until 1986 and now 

houses a display on the Irish Legal System. 

Hillsborough Tourist Information Centre is located in 

the building, which is also used for craft fairs, book 

fairs, art exhibitions, conferences and wedding 

receptions. 


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Hillsborough Fort 

Hillsborough 

Tel: 028 9268 9717 

Opening Hours: Contact Hillsborough TIC 

Admission: Free of charge. Access to grounds only. 

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Set in the beautiful Hillsborough Forest and built in 

the site of the old Magennes stronghold, the Fort was 

founded in 1630 by Peter Hill and completed around 

1650 by Colonel Arthur Hill. The Fort consists of a 

square enclosed by an earthen rampart level to form a 

parapet wall. Charles II constituted it a Royal Fort. 

William of Orange spent several nights at the Fort on 

his way south to the Boyne in 1690. 

Irish Linen Centre 

& Lisburn Museum 

Market Square, Lisburn, BT28 1AG 

Tel: 028 9266 3377 

Fax: 028 9267 2624 

E-mail: ilc.reception@lisburn.gov.uk 

Web: www.lisburncity.gov.uk 

Opening Hours: Open all year. Mon-Sat 9.30am- 

5.00pm (excluding certain Bank Holidays) 

Admission: Free (nominal charge for children’s 

workshops). Donations welcome. 

Access: A few minutes walk from public car parks, 

rail and bus stations. Disabled parking and full 

disabled access. 

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This award-winning museum is based in Lisburn’s 

oldest building, the 17 th Century Market House, in the

centre of the City. It brings to life the history of the 

Irish linen industry and its importance to Lisburn. 

Visitors can see the heritage of craft skills in the 

daily demonstrations of hand-spinning and hand 

loom-weaving and admire the treasured collection 

of damask linen and costumes. 

There is a changing programme of temporary 

exhibitions which includes themes of local history, 

artworks and textiles. 

Regular children's activities include craft workshops 

and trails. Guided historical tours of the nearby 

restored 17 th Century Castle Gardens are available. 

Further details are available from reception staff. 

For your souvenirs, the museum shop offers a wide 

range of craft goods and books at reasonable prices 

as well as an opportunity to buy the finest quality 

Irish damask table linen with the exclusive ‘flax 

flower’ design. 

Complete your visit by relaxing in Café Crommelin, 

which offers light refreshments and snacks 

throughout the day. 

ISLAND Arts Centre 

The Island, Lisburn, BT27 4RL 

Box Office 

Tel: 028 9250 9254 

Textphone: 028 9250 9508 (for deaf/hard of 

hearing/speech impaired patrons only) 

Arts Information Line 

Tel: 028 9250 9509 

Fax: 028 9250 9510 

E-mail: arts.info@island.lisburn.gov.uk 

Web: www.islandartscentre.com 

Twitter: @ISLANDartsbiz 

Facebook: Island-Arts Centre 

TOUR 

At ISLAND we want anyone who crosses our door to 

experience great Northern Irish entertainment and a 

warmth of welcome. 

2012 is part of our 10th Birthday celebrations. Come 

and celebrate with us! 


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ISLAND live 

‘Treat yourself’ in the company of friends to the finest 

entertainment and arts events. Whether it is live 

theatre at its very best, live music up close and 

personal or cutting edge dance, the common 

denominator is the talent of the brilliant artists 

performing and creating work right on Lisburn’s 

doorstep, that is worthy of your time and attention. 

The ISLAND has a relaxed atmosphere, easy access, 

bar and restaurant facilities and lots of free carparking. 

Feel revived 

Nothing compares with the pleasure and satisfaction 

of making something yourself. ISLAND has an 

assortment of sociable and inspiring courses and craft 

workshops throughout the year for your enjoyment. 

In a friendly, fun atmosphere you will draw on the 

enthusiasm of a host of craft experts and practicing 

artists, teaching you achievable ways to get your 

creative juices flowing! 

ISLAND is well known for a connection with local 

Northern Irish artists and boasts two excellent 

galleries - that can be explored at any time of the year. 

Come along to this season’s previews, meet exhibiting 

artists over refreshments and be among the first to 

view and buy their work. The artistic element does 

not stop with paintings - pottery, jewellery, sculpture 

and the performing arts all have a strong local 

representation. 

Discover the XPLORART Public Art and Sculpture Trail 

or be our guest on a special Arts Centre tour to delve 

into the history, design and architectural elements of 

the ISLAND complex. Learn about its transformation 

from linen spinning mill to landmark Arts Centre and 

hear about the Great Fire of Lisburn in 1707. Tours are 

FREE, but must be pre-booked and a minimum of six 

people is required. 

Not forgetting the kids 

There are plenty of shows for children and families as 

well. If you like the thought of treating the kids, 

ISLAND’s popular family and children’s arts classes, 

designed to keep even the most active of little 

imaginations stimulated, are ideal. Why not be our 

guest at each season Open ISLAND days. These 

mini-VIP tasters are for families who are new to 

ISLAND. 

Take part in art at ISLAND’s parent and child art zone. 

Creative, fun and free it is a relaxed environment for 

kids and parents to interact with ISLAND exhibitions 

with chances to win ISLAND goody bags. No booking 

required but children should be accompanied at all 

times.

Festival fun 

ISLAND is responsible for Lisburn City Mayor’s Carnival 

Parade. The carnival is the City of Lisburn’s principal 

event of the year attracting over 10,000 spectators 

and mainly a large family audience. With it’s blend of 

history and modernity, Lisburn City’s Mayor’s Carnival 

has become one of the largest Carnival Parades of its 

kind in Northern Ireland. The Arts Service also 

delivers one of Northern Ireland’s most popular 

Children’s Arts Festivals (normally July and August 

each year) as well as Lisburn City’s Annual Fireworks 

and Hallowe’en Hoolie. 

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Register your contact details by phone on Tel: 028 

9250 9509, online at: islandartscentre.com or email: 

‘eScene’ to: arts.info@island.lisburn.gov.uk 

Of course as a patron of the arts you’re already 

exceptional to us. ISLAND membership is simply a 

more rewarding way to keep you connected to the 

most exciting performance and visual arts events in 

Lisburn. Become an ISLAND member and enjoy 

priority-booking privileges, 10% Members’ discounts, 

member treats and access to the very best available 

seats in the house*. 

Apply for membership online at: islandartscentre.com 

or Tel: 028 9250 9509 and start getting more creative 

capital from every pound you spend. 

So, we invite you to log onto: islandartscentre.com, 

choose the events which look interesting to you (we 

think all of them), plan your escape now and treat 

yourself to something out of the ordinary. You know 

you deserve it. 

We look forward to seeing you on the ISLAND. For 

further information on main events organised by the 

ISLAND Arts Centre please turn to the Events section 

of this guide. 

ISLAND Arts Centre offers an interpretation service to 

visitors in person. 'Big Word' is a telephone-based 

service provided by Lisburn City Council which offers 

an extensive range of languages enabling ISLAND 

staff to communicate effectively with non-English 

speakers regarding our services and activities. 

*Terms and Conditions Apply. 


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Island Civic Centre 

Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn, BT27 4RL 

Tel: 028 9250 9250 

Fax: 028 9250 9288 

E-mail: enquiries@lisburn.gov.uk 


The City of Lisburn’s Civic Centre at Lagan Valley Island is well 

worth a visit. It comprises an Arts Centre together with a 

Civic and Conference Centre, which has an exciting 

programme of events. It also houses the administrative 

headquarters of Lisburn City Council and Lighters Restaurant. 

Island Civic Centre

Portmore Lough 

Nature Reserve 

Near Glenavy Village 

Grid Reference: NW222280 

Tel: 028 9049 1547 (RSPB Northern Ireland) 

Web: www.rspb.org.uk 

Opening Hours: The reserve is open at all times. When 

the car park is locked please park outside the gates. 

Admission: Entry is free of charge but donations to the 

RSPB are welcome. 

The RSPB nature reserve at Portmore Lough, located 

just outside the village of Glenavy, provides an ideal 

location for those of you who enjoy walking and 

wildlife. 

The site is fully accessible for wheelchair users. 

TOUR 

At this location you can see a wide variety of plants 

and animals, including during the summer, butterflies, 

and dragonflies and in winter greylag geese, whooper 

swans and various wildfowl. For those who enjoy 

bird-watching or watching the world go by, there is a 

hide on the lough shore which is accessible by 

boardwalk from the main trail. 

This reserve has many facilities including - 

• Car park – space for 14 cars, additional spaces are 

located outside the gates 

• Toilets (including disabled) 

• Picnic area 

• Pier-like viewing platform, which sits at a height of 

almost 14 feet above meadows 

• A community room, which has facilities for meetings 

and presentations 

• Binocular hire 

• Group bookings accepted 

• Guided walks 

• Educational facilities – school groups are welcome 

and may take part in a variety of activities including 

pond dipping, bug hunting and guided walks. School 

Fieldwork etc. can be arranged, please contact the 

Warden in advance regarding this. 


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Leisure 

Pursuits 

The City offers a wealth of leisure pursuits 

and those seeking an active lifestyle will be 

spoilt for choice. 

For those who would rather spectate than 

participate, the City has a wonderful array of 

events including prestigious horse racing 

and equestrian events, motorcycle road 

racing, international swimming, gymnastics, 

badminton competitions and events.

NI Hot Air Balloon Festival, Moira 


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Angling 

The most popular pastime on water in 

Lisburn City is fishing, with coarse 

and game angling to be enjoyed at 

beautiful and productive locations 

such as Lough Neagh, Stoneyford 

Reservoir, Hillsborough Forest Lake 

and Lough Erne, Ballykeel. 

Brookhall Trout Fishery 

2 Horsepark Road, Magheragall, Lisburn, BT28 2QU 

Tel: 07792 212384 

E-mail: brookhallfishery@live.co.uk 

Web: www.brookhallfishing.net 

Brookhall Trout Fishery is situated in the grounds of 

Brookhall Historical Farm. This is a charming fishery which 

gives the chance to experience living history. 

The lake is spring fed from a holy well which has a 

reputation for its healing properties. It never runs dry, 

even in the hottest summer.

Hillsborough Lake 

Situated within the forest in the village of 

Hillsborough, this lake is well stocked with rainbow 

trout. Permit and licence required. 

Lough Erne, Ballykeel 

The Lough is well stocked with brown trout and the 

season runs from 1 st March to mid-October. Licence 

and permit required. 

Lough Neagh 

The largest freshwater lake in the British Isles is a 

popular destination for anglers from home and 

abroad. Main species are roach, bream, perch, pike 

and eels. Fishing is particularly good from May to 

mid-July. Licence required. 

Murloc Angling 

and Rural Pursuits 

Old Church Lane, Aghalee, BT67 0EY 

Tel: 028 9265 1421 

E-mail: murlocangling@hotmail.com 

Web: www.murlocangling.com 

Murloc Angling and Rural Pursuits is Ireland's newest 

venue for anglers. Situated within easy access of the 

A26, Moira to Airport Road, it nestles in the peaceful, 

rural interface of Counties Antrim, Armagh and Down 

at Old Church Lane, Aghalee. Opened on 1 st July 2008, 

it comprises a five-acre lake, dedicated solely to fly 

fishing, and a smaller bait pond for all legal fishing 

methods. For more information visit the website. 

Stoneyford and 

Leathemstown Reservoirs 

Stoneyford is one of the best fisheries in the area and 

is stocked regularly with up to 10,000 takeable fish 

and 500 fingerlings (brown and rainbow trout). 

Early fly-fishing with lures and streamers is popular. It 

is essential that anglers have both permit and licence. 

Season 1 st March to 31 st October. 


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Cinema 

Lisburn Omniplex 

Lisburn Leisure Park, Governors Road, 

Lisburn, BT28 1LP 

Tel: 0871 720 0400 

Web: www.omniplex.ie 

14-Screen Cinema Complex, featuring the very latest 

in projection and sound technology. Audio 

description and subtitles for selected films. Free on 

site parking, excellent choice of restaurants. 

Cycling 

There are plenty of places for off-road cycling, why 

not hop on your bike and ride along the towpath 

from Lisburn to Belfast? Another popular location 

for cycling is along the shores of Lough Neagh, 

which lies at the very heart of Ulster and is an 

ideal destination for a short cycling break. 

Further details and route maps can be obtained 

from either of the Tourist Information Centres. 

Equestrian 

Equestrian centres in the Lisburn area 

provide qualified, helpful and experienced 

guides, allowing advanced riders and 

novices alike to enjoy trekking. Full and 

half-day treks and lessons for all ages 

are available. Contact centres directly 

for full details. 

Ballyknock Riding School 

38 Ballyknock Road, Hillsborough, BT26 6EF 

Tel: 028 9269 2144 

Admission: Charges on application.

Lime Park 

Equestrian Centre 

5 Lime Kiln Road, Maghaberry, Moira, BT67 0JD 

Tel: 028 9262 1139/028 9262 1853 

Fax: 028 9262 1139 

E-mail: info@limeparkequestrian.co.uk 

Web: www.limeparkequestrian.co.uk 

Opening Hours: Tues-Thurs during the day and 

evenings, Sat during the day. Other times by 

arrangement. 

Special Events: Non-residential pony camps Easter & 

July/August. All ages and all abilities welcome. 

courtesy of KGB Equestrian Photography 

Mill Yard Equestrian 

Centre 

37 Cluntagh Road, Hillsborough, BT26 6BW 

Tel: 028 9753 2159 

Mob: 07790 625794 

E-mail: lucy@mill-yard.co.uk 

Web: www.mill-yard.co.uk 

Mill Yard Equestrian Centre is a small family run livery 

yard situated outside Anahilt near Hillsborough. It is 

run by Lucy Kerr with the help of her family and offers 

a range of facilities from livery to hire as well as 

running, showjumping, dressage and cross-country 

events and competitions. Lucy freelance instructs and 

has got the BHS stage 2 exams. The yard, which is a 

BHS Approved Livery Yard, is in a quiet rural area with 

plenty of good hacking but has the advantage of 

being only a 20 minute drive from Belfast making it 

easily accessible. 

Tullynewbank Stables 

25 Tullynewbank Road, Glenavy, BT29 4PQ 

Tel: 028 9445 4657 

Mob: 07974 532186 

E-mail: info@tullynewbank-stables.com 

Web: www.tullynewbank-stables.com 

Opening Hours: Open every day except Wed. 

Pony rides every Sat 12noon–3.00pm (from 1 st May), 

no booking required, fee £6, children aged 5 and over. 

Admission: Prices on request. 


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Fun Activities 

Charlie’s Den 

3a Moira Road Retail Park, 

Moira Road, Lisburn, BT28 1RH 

Tel: 028 9266 4049 

Open seven days a week from 10am to 6pm, Charlie’s 

Den is an indoor play centre which offers lots of fun 

for children up to 11 years of age. If you are looking 

for an environment full of fun children’s activities, 

games and creativity then Charlie’s Den is the ideal 

place for you to bring your children. There is a 

comfortable seating area for adults with free 

newspapers and a café. 

Jumping Jacks 

Play Centre 

Unit 2 Riverside Centre, 

Young Street, Lisburn, BT27 5EA 

Tel: 028 9260 7878 

Open seven days a week Jumping Jacks indoor soft 

play area offers a fun-filled play environment for 

children up to 11 years of age. Adults can relax in our 

comfortable café area with televisions, newspapers, 

Wifi Internet and great food. 

Laserforce 

14 Lisburn Leisure Park, Lisburn, BT28 1LP 

Tel: 028 9267 7709 

Web: www.laserforceni.co.uk 

Laserforce is the ultimate participation fantasy 

experience, where virtual meets reality in a safe 

environment. Using laser guns players compete 

against all challengers including friends, family and 

Laserforce’s very own computer controlled 

resident Warbot but beware it zaps back! 

Set in a futuristic and visually exciting interactive 

arena players wear illuminated battle suits and 

phasers with laser beams that pierce the darkness. 

Theatrical sound bytes and pumping tunes make it an 

experience to remember. 

Laserforce is the most advanced computer controlled 

laser games system in the world and offers a great 

time for all participants, irrespective of their age or 

experience. Laserforce is great for family days out, 

birthday parties, team building, corporate craic or just 

to meet up with friends.

Lyons Karting 

112 Comber Road, Hillsborough, BT26 6NA 

Tel: 07592 398066 / 07717 737279 

Enjoy the thrills and excitement of karting at a 

fantastic, professionally run, fast flowing go-karting 

circuit. The track length is approx 400 metres and 

the 200cc fun karts are powered by Honda. 

Go-karting is available for arrive and drive, grand 

prix events, corporate events and lapping sessions. 

Spruce Meadows 

Activity Farm 

112 Ravarnette Road, Lisburn, BT27 5NF 

Tel: 028 9267 8392 

Mob: 07802 625284 

E-mail: info@spruce-meadows.co.uk 

Web: www.spruce-meadows.co.uk 

Spruce Meadows Activity Farm is found in a country 

setting between the City of Lisburn and the 

picturesque village of Hillsborough, yet only 

minutes from Sprucefield, the M1 motorway and 

the A1 carriageway. Activities range from quad 

biking, pitch ‘n’ putt golf to fishing and most are 

suitable for all ages. 


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Golf 

Lisburn has a number of golf courses to offer 

both the experienced player and beginner. 

Aberdelghy Golf Course 

Bells Lane, Lambeg, Lisburn, BT27 4QH 

Tel: 028 9266 2738 

E-mail: info@customprogolf.co.uk 

Web: www.customprogolf.co.uk 

Opening Hours: Sun–Fri 9.00am until dusk, 

Sat 7.00am until dusk. 

Green Fees: Weekday round: £12, Weekends & 

Holidays £14.50. Visitors welcome anytime with the 

exception of Tues from 10.30am-11.30am, and Sat 

7.00am-1.00pm. 

Colin Valley Golf Centre 

115 Blacks Road, Dunmurry, BT10 0NF 

Tel: 028 9060 1133 

Fax: 028 9060 1693 

E-mail: colinvalleygolf@btconnect.com 

Green Fees: Mon–Fri 18 hole Adult £7.50, Concession 

£6.00, Father & Son £10. Sat & Sun 18 hole Adult £10, 

Concession £10, under 18’s £5.00 after 1.00pm. 

Additional Information: 9 Hole Golf Course Par 34 

(2501 yards). Trolley hire available. 

Down Royal Park 

Golf Course 

Dunygarton Road, Maze, Lisburn BT27 5RT 

E-mail: info@downroyalgolf.com 

Web: www.downroyalgolf.com 

Green Fees: On Application. Very competitive rates 

and special offers. 

Additional Information: Open to the public. 18 hole 

and 9 hole golf courses (heathland). Licensed bar and 

restaurant, conference facilities, corporate hospitality. 

Societies welcome. 

Dunmurry Golf Club 

91 Dunmurry Lane, Dunmurry, Belfast, BT17 9JS 

Tel: 028 9061 0834 

Fax: 028 9060 2540 

E-mail: info@dunmurrygolfclub.com 

Web: www.dunmurrygolfclub.com

Green Fees: £27 midweek, £30 weekend. 

Additional Information: 18 Hole par 70 (6178 yards). 

Special Events: May - Pro-Am, August - Open Week. 

Laganview Golf Centre 

20 Ballyskeagh Road, Lisburn, BT27 5SY 

Tel: 028 9061 2332 

Web: www.laganviewgolfcentre.co.uk 

Opening Hours: 7 days a week 10.00am-10.00pm 

Admission: £3.50 per 60 golf balls, £2.50 per 30 balls. 

Laganview Golf Centre is a golf driving range set in a 

picturesque location bordered by the River Lagan and 

the Lagan Canal. The Centre boasts a 40 bay floodlit 

driving range, a short game area including chipping 

and putting green and practice bunker. Golf lessons 

are available with the resident P.G.A. Pro. 

Lisburn Golf Club 

Blaris Lodge, 68 Eglantine Road, Lisburn, BT27 5RQ 

Tel: 028 9267 7216 

Fax: 028 9260 3608 

E-mail: info@lisburngolfclub.com 

Web: www.lisburngolfclub.com 

Green Fees: Apr-Sept weekday £35, weekend £40; 

Oct-Mar weekday £30, weekend £35. 


Special Events: Open week in August, Sunday opening 

in July. 

Rockmount Golf Club 

28 Drumalig Road, Carryduff, Belfast, BT8 8EQ 

Tel: 028 9081 2279 

Fax: 028 9081 5851 

Web: www.rockmountgolfclub.com 

Green Fees: (subject to change April 2012) Winter 

Fees Mon £12, Tue-Fri £21, Sat/Sun £25. Standard 

Fees Mon-Fri £25, Sat/Sun/Bank Holidays £30. 

For society rate please contact club. 


Special Events: Open week in June. Mini Open in 

September. 

Temple Golf 

& Country Club 

60 Church Road, Boardmills, Lisburn, BT27 6UP 

Tel: 028 9263 9213 

Fax: 028 9263 8637 

E-mail: info@templegolf.com 

Web: www.templegolf.com 

Green Fees: Mon-Fri, 9 holes £11, 18 holes £15; 

Sat, Sun & Bank Holidays, 9 holes £13, 18 holes £20; 

Juveniles Mon-Fri, 9 holes £8, 18 holes £12; 

Sat, Sun & Bank Holidays, 9 holes £11, 18 holes £15. 

Additional Information: Restaurant open to the 

public. 9 hole par 34 (2600 yards). 


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Gyms/Leisure 

Brook Activity Centre 

25 Summerhill Road, Twinbrook, BT17 0RD 

Tel/Fax: 028 9030 1848 

E-mail: brook.reception@lisburn.gov.uk 

Club Class Fitness 

Blaris Industrial Estate, Altona Road, 

Lisburn, BT27 5QB 

Tel: 028 9260 3494 

Web: www.clubclassfitness.co.uk 

Curves Health & 

Fitness Club 

68-72 Chapel Hill, Lisburn, BT28 1BW 

Tel: 028 9262 9921 

Web: www.curvesfitnessforwomen.co.uk 

Fit4Less 

Unit 12 Riverside Commercial Centre, 

Young Street, Lisburn, BT27 5EA 

Tel: 028 9266 8771 

Fax: 028 9266 5440 

E-mail: Lisburn@f4l.com 

Glenmore Activity Centre 

43 Glenmore Park, Lisburn, BT27 4RT 

Tel/Fax: 028 9266 2830 

E-mail: glenmore.reception@lisburn.gov.uk 

Grove Activity Centre 

15 Ballinderry Park, Knockmore, Lisburn, BT28 1ST 

Tel: 028 9267 1131 

E-mail: grove.reception@lisburn.gov.uk 

Jax Fitness Boutique 

68-72 Chapel Hill, Lisburn, BT28 1BW 

Tel: 028 9262 9921 

Kilmakee Activity Centre 

52a Rowan Drive, Seymour Hill, Dunmurry, BT17 9QA 

Tel/Fax: 028 9030 1545 

E-mail: kilmakee.reception@lisburn.gov.uk 

Ladies Workout Express 

Health Clubs 

52A Rowan Drive, Seymour Hill, Dunmurry, BT17 9QA 

Tel: 028 9030 1545 

E-mail: kilmakee.reception@lisburn.gov.uk

18 Lisburn Leisure Park, Lisburn, BT28 1LP 

Tel: 028 9267 2121 

Fax: 028 9267 4322 

E-mail: leisureplex@lisburn.gov.uk 


Leisure Pool (featuring the longest, fastest and 

wettest water rides around!) 


Weekdays: (Non-holiday periods) 

10.00am-11.00am Lazy River Family Session 

(Tuesday & Thursday only) 

3.30pm-5.30pm Leisure Pool Rotation of 

Water Rides 

5.30pm-6.00pm Pool Closed 

6.00pm-8.30pm (Mon, Tues & Wed) Water Rides/ 

Flumes Open 

6.00pm-9.00pm (Thurs & Fri) Water Rides/ 

Flumes Open 

Weekends: (including Holiday Periods) 


featuring Pirate Galleon, 

Spa Pools, Lazy River etc. 

11.00am-5.30pm Water Rides/Flumes Open 

Holiday Opening Hours: (Summer, Halloween, 

Christmas, etc. Visit www.lisburncity.gov.uk for more 

details on holiday periods.) 


11.00am-8.00pm Water Rides/Flumes Open 

Competition & Diving Pool 

Opening Hours: visit www.lisburncity.gov.uk 

GymTech 2000 Health & Fitness Suite 


Mon-Fri 7.30am-10.00pm 

Sat & Sun 9.00am-5.30pm 

Facilities include: 

• Free form leisure pool (the largest in NI) 

featuring various water rides including the Space 

Bowl, Falling Rapids, Master Blaster, Children’s 

water play area, Lazy River, Sunken Pirate Galleon 

and lots more; 

• 25m x 8 lane competition pool; 

• Diving pool with submersible floor and 1, 3 & 5m 

diving boards; 

• Main sports hall; 

• GymTech 2000 Health & Fitness Suite; 

• Function rooms; 

• Squash courts; 

• Restaurant and 

• Free car parking. 


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Sport Lisburn 

Further information on the wide variety of sporting 

clubs affiliated to Sport Lisburn can found by 

logging onto: www.sportlisburn.com 

The Toning & Health 

Studio 

Unit 1, Longstone Street, Lisburn, BT28 1TP 

Tel: 028 9266 0099 

YTTC Yoga Studio 

39B Market Square, Lisburn, BT28 1AG 

Tel: 028 9263 4464 

Mob: 07835 113286 

E-mail: paddy@yogoireland.com 

Established in 1994 YTTC Lisburn was Northern 

Ireland’s first totally dedicated Yoga Studio. Located 

in the heart of Lisburn the Studio provides a calm 

space in which you can develop and enhance your 

practice of yoga. Offering a broad range of classes 

to suit all abilities there is sure to be something 

for everyone. 

Workshops are held throughout the year and these 

workshops offer students, and particularly those 

who are teachers, the opportunity to learn from 

more experienced teachers and contribute to 

on-going training.

Racing 

Greyhound Racing 

Drumbo Park Greyhound Stadium 

57 Ballyskeagh Road, Lambeg, Lisburn, BT27 5TE 

Tel (UK): 028 9061 0070 

Tel (RoI): 048 9061 0070 

Web: www.drumbopark.com 

Opening Hours: Every Thurs, Fri & Sat 

6.30pm-11.00pm 

If you’ve never experienced greyhound racing before 

then it’s time you came up to speed! Nothing beats 

the flutter of excitement when you place your bet; 

the rush of adrenalin as you see your dog sprinting 

from the traps; or the sheer exhilaration of watching 

your dog race across the finish line in pole position. 

Drumbo Park offers three action packed race nights 

every week and every one’s a winner! 

Down Royal Racecourse 

Maze, Lisburn, BT27 5RW 

Tel: 028 9262 1256 

Fax: 028 9262 1433 

E-mail: info@downroyal.com 

Web: www.downroyal.com 

Directions: The Maze, signposted off the A1 Lisburn - 

Hillsborough Dual Carriageway, Lisburn - Maze Road. 

Additional Information: available for weddings, 

conferences, exhibitions and dinner meetings. 

Ireland’s oldest (1685) horse racing venue hosting 

over 12 race meetings per year. The highlights of the 

racing calendar are the highly popular Specsavers 

Ulster Derby and the very successful two-day 

(National Hunt) Northern Ireland Festival of Racing. 


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Walking 

Walkers will be in their element as the City has a wide 

range of options for rambling – from the hilly tracks 

around Dromara and Colin Mountains to the softer 

level trails of the lakes, rivers and waterways. The 

towpath along the River Lagan from Union Locks in 

Lisburn to Stranmillis in Belfast is a favourite. 

Another popular walk along the River Lagan is from 

the village of Aghalee along the towpath of the old 

Lagan Canal to Moira Railway Station. There is a large 

expanse of water on this stretch of the river known as 

Broadwater, which is a breeding and wintering 

ground for a large variety of wildfowl. 

Walking around the villages and the City centre is a 

unique way to explore the heritage offered by each of 

these places. 

Walking Trail of Hillsborough Village 

Why not call into the Hillsborough or Lisburn Tourist 

Information Centres to pick up a self-guided trail map 

of Hillsborough village and discover the unspoilt 

secrets of this delightful Georgian village. 

Wallace Walking Trail 

The Richard Wallace Walking Trail - "The Life of a 

Lisburn Landlord from Past to Present". As a 

landowner and MP, Sir Richard Wallace was one of 

Lisburn's major benefactors in the late 19 th Century as 

well as being a well-known philanthropist and 

passionate art collector. His legacy can be found in 

the place names and buildings of Lisburn, the 

paintings in the fabulous Wallace Collection in 

London and the numerous Wallace Fountains he 

donated to Paris and Lisburn. The walking trail 

around Lisburn City Centre can be downloaded from 

www.visitlisburn.com

Watersports 

Lisburn has various watersports on offer. 

Contact the clubs directly for further 

information or a member of staff at one of 

our Tourist Information Centres will be able 

to provide you with brochures and literature. 

Lisburn City Paddlers 

Glenmore Activity Centre 

43 Glenmore Park, Lisburn, BT27 4RT 

Tel: 028 9266 2830 

E-mail: dave@lisburncitypaddlers.com 

Web: www.lisburncitypaddlers.com 

The centre backs on to the River Lagan with 

showering and changing facilities and is the location 

for the majority of the club’s paddling. 

Lough Aghery 

Waterski Club 

40 Lakeland Road, Anahilt, Hillsborough, BT26 6PW 

Tel: 07525 005399/07711 609689 

Web: www.loughagherywaterski.com 

Facilities include a slalom course, jump ramp and 

course, with equipment for tricks, wakeboard and 

barefoot and a training boom for beginners. The 

clubhouse has changing facilities, hot showers and a 

BBQ area; a wide range of skis and equipment is 

available for hire for beginners/intermediate skiers. 

Meteor Waterski Club 

Bresagh Road, Lisburn, BT27 6TU 

Tel: 07714 343891 

E-mail: secretary@meteorwaterski.com 

enquiries@meteorwaterski.com 

Web: www.meteorwaterski.com 

Founded in 1958, Meteor Waterski Club is based on 

Lough Henney, about 20 minutes drive from Lisburn. 

The club boasts a private lake to ensure safe and 

uninterupted skiing for members and visitors. 

On shore facilities include a permanent club house 

with changing facilities including hot showers, a 

lounge area and kitchen area. 

Sandy Bay Marina 

17a Shore Road, Glenavy, BT28 2LQ 

Tel: 028 9266 5870 (Office Hours) 

Mob: 07801 439435 (After Hours) 

Web: www.sandybaymarinaloughneagh.com 

A new 60-berth marina has just been opened by 

Sandy Bay Marina Ltd at Lough Neagh, opposite Rams 

Island. Located only three miles from the A26 (Airport 

Road) heading west on the Lough Road this is a very 

picturesque part of Northern Ireland often 

overlooked. 

Rams Island, with its historical stone tower, has 

recently had its infrastructure enhanced for tourism 

and is the ideal destination for a nature lover's day 

out. Sight-seeing trips are being operated from the 

new marina. For further details on boat trips to Rams 

Island Tel: 07715 368050 or visit: www.ramsisland.org 


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Events 2012 

February Race Day 

Wed 1 st February 


The Maze 


BT27 5RW 

Tel: 028 9262 1256 


St Patrick’s Day Race Meeting 

Sat 17 th March 


The Maze 


BT27 5RW 

Tel: 028 9262 1256 


Circuit of Ireland 

Sat 7 th April 

A busy calendar of events throughout the year in 

the City of Lisburn includes thrilling motorbike road 

racing, classic horse racing at Ireland’s oldest 

racecourse and the world-famous Hillsborough 

Oyster Festival or maybe you could run the Half 

Marathon! There is plenty on offer with something 

to suit everyone. 

Mirror May Day Meeting 

Mon 7 th May 


The Maze 


BT27 5RW 

Tel: 028 9262 1256 


Mayor’s Parade & Family Fun Day 

Sat 12 th May 

Tel: 028 9250 9509 


Join the crowds at the City’s largest, 

free civic event when the streets 

become alive with a host of 

international acts, performers and 

community participants. 

Garden Show Ireland 

Fri 18 th - Sun 20 th May 


Hillsborough Village 

Web: www.gardenshowireland.com 

Located within the Hillsborough 

Castle grounds, against the 

magnificent backdrop of 

Hillsborough Castle, the Garden 

Festival returns for three days of 

horticulture at its finest.

National Countrysports Fair 

Sat 27 th - Sun 28 th May 

Moira Demesne 

Moira Village 

Web: www.gamefairireland.com 

Now recognised by Ireland’s country 

sports community as the country’s 

biggest and best game fair. 

Lisburn Half Marathon, 10K 

and Fun Run 

Wed 20 th June 

Tel: 028 9250 9460 

Web: www.lisburnhalfmarathon.com 

The Lisburn Half Marathon, 10K and 

Fun Run attracts in the region of 

6,000 participants. The event is 

unique in that it presents a 

challenge to serious runners 

combined with thousands of fun 

runners enjoying the experience of 

completing the course. 

Summer Festival of Racing 

Fri 22 nd - Sat 23 rd June 


The Maze 


BT27 5RW 

Tel: 028 9262 1256 


Over two days of racing, fifteen 

thousand people will visit the 

racecourse to witness the action and 

soak up the atmosphere of one of 

the biggest highlights in the 

Northern Ireland social and sporting 

calendar. Synonymous with quality, 

style and unparalleled racing the 

Down Royal Racecourse guarantees a 

memorable day out this summer. 

Guinness Race Evening 

Fri 27 th July 


The Maze 


BT27 5RW 

Tel: 028 9262 1256 


Childrens’ Summer Festival 2012 

July and August 

Island Arts Centre 


Tel: 028 9250 9509 


Looking for a fabulous family 

experience, want to keep the kids 

entertained or it’s your tiny tot’s first 

arty adventure? Wile away summer 

hours at ISLAND Arts Centre 

Children’s Arts Festival 2012! Now in 

its tenth year, the festival is a magical 

fun experience for children of all 

ages. Celebrating the best in 

children’s music, dance, drama and 

visual arts. 

Don’t make it just a summer event!!! 

ISLAND Arts Centre is a creative hive 

for children and adults all year round. 


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Events 2012 

Ulster Grand Prix Bike Week 

Sun 5 th - Sat 11 th August 

Tel: 028 9250 9460 


The Ulster Grand Prix Week 

incorporating the Dundrod 150 

continues to be one of the highlights 

of the Northern Ireland Motorcycling 

calendar. It attracts thousands of 

spectators to the fastest road racing 

circuit in the world. 

Pipe Band Championship 

July/August (TBC) 

Annual Ferguson Event 

August (TBC) 

Growell (near Hillsborough) 

Web: 

www.harryfergusonmemorial.com 

This annual event takes place at his 

former home across the road from a 

memorial garden, which contains a 

bronze statue of Ferguson and 

information boards on this world 

famous engineering genius. 

E-mail Bill Forsythe on: 

bforsythe@hotmail.co.uk 

Hilden Beer Festival 

Fri 24 th - Sun 26 th August 


Hilden 


BT27 4TY 

Tel: 028 9266 3863 

Web: www.hildenbrewery.co.uk 

The festival proudly boasts some of 

the best local musicians performing 

throughout the three-day festival. 

Bank Holiday Weekend Race Day 

Fri 31 st August 


The Maze 


BT27 5RW 

Tel: 028 9262 1256 

Web: www.downroyal.com

Hillsborough International 

Oyster Festival 

August/September (TBC) 

Web: 

www.hillsboroughoysterfestival.com 

Recognised as one of Northern 

Ireland’s premier events set in the 

historic, picturesque Georgian village 

of Hillsborough. Enjoy the World 

Oyster Eating Championships as well 

as a family fun day, live 

entertainment and competitions 

throughout the village during the 

festival. 

As always, the main purpose of the 

festival – apart from providing great 

fun, quality local food and a variety 

of entertainment to suit all ages - is 

to raise money for a nominated local 

charity. 

Victoria Square Race Day 

Fri 14 th September 


The Maze 


BT27 5RW 

Tel: 028 9262 1256 


Hallowe’en Hoolie 

Sat 27 th October 

Island Arts Centre 


Tel: 028 9250 9509 


A fun and exciting evening of lights, 

shadows and creativity. 2012 is 

definitely set to be a bumper one! 

For further information log on to 

www.islandartscentre.com 

Northern Ireland Festival of Racing 

Fri 2 nd - Sat 3 rd November 


The Maze 


BT27 5RW 

Tel: 028 9262 1256 


The festival presents a sensational 

blend of sport and style, making this 

an event not to be missed. 

All dates are correct at time of going to print. For further details and 

confirmation of dates and times log on to visitlisburn.com or lisburncity.gov.uk 

Christmas Lights Switch On 

Fri 23 rd November 

Tel: 028 9250 9221 


Lisburn lights up with the annual 

Christmas tree lights switch on in 

Lisburn City Centre. For a traditional 

Christmas family night out with 

carol singing and free giveaways, 

come along and see Father 

Christmas kick off the Festive 

Season. 

Boxing Day Race Meeting 

Wed 26 th December 


The Maze 


BT27 5RW 

Tel: 028 9262 1256 



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Bird Watching 

Fishing 

Floral Displays/Gardens 

Walking/Climbing/Rambling 

Tourist Information Centres 

Places of Interest 

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Lisburn Area Map 

Ballance House 

Brookhall Historical Farm 


Irish Linen Centre & Linen Museum 

Harry Ferguson Memorial Garden 

Duneight Motte and Bailey 


Drumbo Park Greyhound Stadium 

Lagan Valley LeisurePlex 

Lisburn Leisure Park (Omniplex Cinema & Restaurants) 

Lagan Valley ISLAND Arts & Civic Centre 

Hillsborough Courthouse & Tourist Information Centre 

Hillsborough Fort 


Wallace Park 

Castle Gardens 

Broadwater 

Giant’s Ring 

McKee’s Dam 

Moira Demesne 

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Golf Courses 

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35 

Aberdelghy Golf Course 

Colin Valley Golf Course 

Down Royal Golf Course 

Dunmurry Golf Course 

Lisburn Golf Course 

Rockmount Golf Course 

Temple Golf Course 

Laganview Golf Centre 

Equestrian Centres 

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37 

38 

39 

40 

Ballyknock Riding School 

Lime Park Equestrian Centre 

Mill Yard Equestrian Centre 

Tullynewbank Stables 

Moira Equestrian Centre 

Shopping 

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45 

Crewe Hill 

Lagan Valley Regional Park 

Hillsborough Forest & Lake 

Colin Glen Forest Park 

Coca-Cola Visitor Experience 

Sandy Bay Marina 

Portmore Lough Nature Reserve 

Bow Street Mall 

Sprucefield Shopping Centre 

Lisburn Square 

Sprucefield Park 

Dobbies Garden World

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B156 

B12 

Lower 

Ballinderry 

B105 

TO DUNGANNON 

40 

TO BELFAST 

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 

B12 

20 

39 

Glenavy 

1 

37 

Maghaberry 

17 

Moira 

B38 

A30 

A26 B104 

Upper 

Ballinderry 

TO BELFAST 

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 

M1 

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A3 

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30 

A501 

B154 

A30 

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19 

B101 

Culcavy 

A1 

B38 

TO NEWRY/DUBLIN 

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16 11 

Drumlough 

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Dunmurry 

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14 Hillsborough 

12 13 

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B101 

A501 

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24 

A1 

LISBURN 

Ravernet 

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5 

M1 

B178 

Anahilt 

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Belfast 

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31 

B2 

B7 

A49 

Dromara 

B177 

22 

B178 

Carryduff 

B6 

A24 

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LISBURN 

DUBLIN 

TO BALLYNAHINCH 


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Lisburn City Map 

BOW BO W ST. STT. 

Public Telephone 

Church 

One Way System 

Public Toilets 

Car Park 

Bus Station 

Pedestrian Zone 

River Lagan 

Train Station 

Railway Line 

Landmark Buildings 

Tow Path + National Cycle 

Network 

Walking Path 

Tourist Information Centre 

FIRE 

FIRE 

STATION STATION 

ARK RO 

BE 

BENSON STREE 

LONGSTONE STREET 

A3 

MOIRA ROAD 

WARREN GARDENS

T 

AD 

NTRIM RD 

MANOR PARK 

GOVERNMENT 

OFFICES 

THIEPVAL ROAD 

PLAYING 

FIELDS 

SALTO 

NATIONAL 

GYMNASTICS 

CENTRE 

SCHOOL 

SCHOOL 

A30 GLENAVY 

BELFAST 

INTERNATIONAL 

AIRPORT 

GOVERNMENT 

OFFICES 

PLAYING 

FIELDS 

OMNIPLEX 

OMNIPLEX 

CLONEVIN PARK 

BOW STREET MALL 

SHOPPING CENTRE 

CHAPEL HILL 

GOVERNOR’S ROAD 

NORTH CIRCULAR RD 

BOW STREET MALL 

SHOPPING CENTRE 

LAGAN VALLEY 

LEISUREPLEX 

LAGAN VALLEY 

LEISUREPLEX 

ANTRIM STREET 

BACHELORS’ WALK 

MARKET PLACE 

BOW ST. 

SMITHFIELD ST. MARKET ST. 

HILLSBOROUGH ROAD 

MAGHERALAVE ROAD 

FRIENDS SCHOOL 

LISBURN RAILWAY STATION 

LISBURN LISBURN 

SQUARE SQUARE 

POST POST 

OFFICE OFFICE 

FRIENDS SCHOOL 

LISBURN RAILWAY STATION 

GRAHAM GARDENS 

COURT COURT HOUSE HOUSE 

RAILWAY STREET 

LIBRARY LIBRARY 

POLICE POLICE STATION STATION 

LAGAN VALLEY 

HOSPITAL 

LAGAN VALLEY 

HOSPITAL 

A1 NEWRY 

DUBLIN 

SPRUCEFIELD 

(JUNCTION 7) 

LAGANBANK ROAD 

WALLACE AVENUE 

SOUTH EASTERN 

REGIONAL 

COLLEGE 

IRISH IRISH LINEN LINEN CENTRE CENTRE 

LISBURN LISBURN MUSEUM 

MUSEUM 

CASTLE STREET SEYMOUR STREET 

BRIDGE STREET 

LINENHALL STREET 

PLAY AREA 

WALLACE PARK 

SOUTH EASTERN 

REGIONAL 

COLLEGE 

HEALTH HEALTH CENTRE CENTRE 

LAGAN VALLEY 

REGIONAL PARK 

NATIONAL CYCLE 

NETWORK 

PLAY AREA 

WALLACE PARK 

PAVILION 

LAGAN VALLEY 

REGIONAL PARK 


NETWORK 

PAVILION 

LISBURN CRICKET CLUB 

LISBURN CRICKET CLUB 

NI FIRE 

AUTHORITY HQ 

ROWAN 

CENTRE 

DAY 

CENTRE 

DAY 

CENTRE 

ROWAN 

CENTRE 

NI FIRE 

AUTHORITY HQ 

CASTLE CASTLE 

GARDENS 

GARDENS 

QUEEN’S ROAD 

THE RIVERSIDE 

CENTRE 

THE RIVERSIDE 

CENTRE 

WARREN PARK YOUNG STREET 

FORT HILL 

BELFAST ROAD 

A1 

(BELFAST) 

ISLAND ISLAND CIVIC CIVIC CENTRE CENTRE 

ISLAND ARTS CENTRE 

ISLAND ARTS CENTRE 

SLOAN STREET 

HILDEN 

BOWLING CLUB 

HILDEN 

BOWLING CLUB 

WESLEY STREET 

MILLBROOK ROAD 


NETWORK 


NETWORK 

M1 to 

BELFAST & 

ENNISKILLEN 

(JUNCTION 6) 

BARBOUR MEMORIAL 

PLAYING FIELDS 

BARBOUR MEMORIAL 

PLAYING FIELDS 


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Lisburn City Map

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Heathfield Hall, Hillsborough

Willowbrook Lodge Guest House, Lisburn 


Accommodation Guide 

Hotels 

Balmoral Hotel, Lisburn 

Guest Houses 

Bed & Breakfast 

Self Catering 

Camping & Caravan 


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Hotels 

The Ballymac Hotel 

7a Rock Road, Stoneyford, Lisburn, BT28 3SU 

Tel: 028 9264 8313 

Fax: 028 9264 8312 

E-mail: info@ballymachotel.co.uk 

Web: www.ballymac.com 

Beechlawn House Hotel 

4 Upper Dunmurry Lane, Dunmurry, Belfast, BT17 9RR 

Tel: 028 9060 2010 

Fax: 028 9060 2080 

E-mail: info@beechlawnhotel.com 

Web: www.beechlawnhotel.com 

Balmoral Hotel 

Blacks Road, Dunmurry, Belfast, BT10 0NF 

Tel: 028 9030 1234 

Fax: 028 9060 1455 

E-mail: info@balmoralhotelbelfast.co.uk 

Web: www.balmoralhotelbelfast.co.uk 

Premier Inn Hotel 

136-144 Hillsborough Road, Lisburn, BT27 5QY 

Tel: 028 9262 7070 

Web: www.premierinn.com

Guest Houses / Bed & Breakfast 

Ballinderry Inn 

13 Moira Road, Upper Ballinderry, Lisburn, BT28 2HQ 

Tel: 028 9265 1534 

Fax: 028 9265 1910 

Mob: 07737 757646 

E-mail: annette@ballinderryinn.com 

Web: www.ballinderryinn.com 

Moira Guest House 

65 Main Street, Moira, BT67 0LQ 

Tel: 028 9261 0636 

E-mail: info@moiraguesthouse.com 

Web: www.moiraguesthouse.com 

Brook Lodge 

79 Old Ballynahinch Road, Lisburn, BT27 6TH 

Tel: 028 9263 8454 

E-mail: brook.lodge@btconnect.com 

Web: www.brooklodgeguesthouse.com 

An Reimse 

2a Sheepwalk Road, Lisburn, BT28 3RD 

Tel: 028 9264 8654 

E-mail: info@anreimse.com 

Web: www.anreimse.net 


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Anahilt Guest Lodge 

229 Ballynahinch Road, Anahilt, Hillsborough, BT26 6BH 

Tel: 028 9263 9584 

Mob: 07963 005648 

E-mail: info@anahiltguestlodge.com 

Web: www.anahiltguestlodge.com 

Ballycanal Manor 

2a Glenavy Road, Moira, BT67 0LT 

Tel: 028 9261 1923 

Fax: 028 9261 1923 

E-mail: info@ballycanalmanor.com 

Web: www.ballycanalmanor.com 

Ballintine House 

72 Waterloo Road, Lisburn, BT27 5NW 

Tel: 028 9267 4077 

Mob: 07594 434552 

E-mail: rmkeag@gmail.com 

Web: www.ballintinehouse.com 

Braeside 

12a The New Road, Hillsborough, BT26 6ND 

Tel: 028 9263 8184 

Mob: 07510 280504 

E-mail: billmaud@hotmail.com


Burren House 

23 Bawn Hill Road, Ballynahinch, BT24 8LD 

Tel: 028 9756 3631 

Mob: 07793 559889 

E-mail: r37corbett@aol.com 

Web: www.burren-house.com 

Down Royal House 

18 Cockhill Road, Maze, Lisburn, BT27 5RS 

Tel: 028 9262 2179 

E-mail: info@downroyalhouse.com 

Web: www.downroyalhouse.com 

Circular Lodge 

44 North Circular Road, Lisburn, BT28 3AH 

Tel: 028 9266 5899 

Web: www.circularlodge.co.uk 

Dunhill Cottage 

47 Carnreagh, Hillsborough, BT26 6LJ 

Tel: 028 9268 3024 

Mob: 07887 678792 

E-mail: dunhillcottage@btinternet.com 

Web: www.dunhillcottage.co.uk 


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Dunhill Farm House 

47b Carnreagh, Hillsborough, BT26 6LJ 

Tel: 028 9268 3024 

Mob: 07887 678792 

E-mail: dunhillcottage@btinternet.com 

Web: www.dunhillcottage.co.uk 

Fortwilliam Country House 

210 Ballynahinch Road, Hillsborough, BT26 6BH 

Tel: 028 9268 2255 

Fax: 028 9268 9608 

E-mail: info@fortwilliamcountryhouse.com 

Web: www.fortwilliamcountryhouse.com 

Flatfield House 

71 Lany Road, Moira, BT67 0PA 

Tel: 028 9261 0509 

Mob: 07841 926058 

Web: www.flatfieldhouse.co.uk 

www.lisburnselfcatering.com 

Glebe House 

2 St John’s Park, Moira, BT67 0NL 

Tel: 028 9261 9553 

E-mail: info@glebehousemoira.com 

Web: www.glebehousemoira.com


Green Acres 

119 Carryduff Road, Temple, Lisburn, BT27 6YL 

Tel: 028 9263 8631 

E-mail: green.acres@hotmail.co.uk 

Hilltop 

60 Tullyard Road, Drumbo, Lisburn, BT27 5JN 

Tel: 028 9082 6021 

E-mail: mccarneypat@hotmail.com 

Web: www.hilltopdrumbo.com 

Heathfield Hall 

27 Cluntagh Road, Hillsborough, BT26 6BW 

Tel: 028 9753 2079 

Fax: 028 9753 3991 

Mob: 07885 348824 

E-mail: info@heathfieldhall.com 

Web: www.heathfieldhall.com 

Hillview Farm 

35 Stoneyford Road, Lisburn, BT28 3RG 

Tel: 028 9264 8270 

Fax: 028 9264 8008 

E-mail: hillviewfarmni@yahoo.co.uk 


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Ivy Cottage 

51 Ballykeel Road, Ballynahinch, BT24 8UF 

Tel: 028 9263 9869 

Mob: 07765 353798 

E-mail: info@ivycottageni.com 

Web: www.ivycottageni.com 

Kiwi Lodge 

74a Creevy Road, Lisburn, BT27 6UL 

Tel: 028 9263 9611 

Mob: 07802 839545 

E-mail: richardstevens@vodafoneemail.co.uk 

Kilcreeny Lodge 

5a Crewe Road, Upper Ballinderry, Lisburn, BT28 2PL 

Tel: 028 9264 8469 

Fax: 028 9264 8066 

E-mail: info@kilcreenylodge.com 

Web: www.kilcreenylodge.com 

Knockeen Lodge 

4 Limehill Road, Lisburn, BT27 5LR 

Tel: 028 9266 5593


Lisnacurran Country House 

6 Listullycurran Road, Dromore, BT25 1RB 

Tel: 028 9269 8710 

Mob: 07767 425444/07866 265429 

E-mail: lisnacurran@yahoo.co.uk 

Web: www.lisnacurrancountryhouse.co.uk 

No 3 Bed & Breakfast 

3 Plantation Road, Lisburn, BT27 5BP 

Tel: 028 9267 2140 

Fax: 028 9267 2140 

E-mail: mayfarrarno3@aol.com 

Web: www.no3.utvinternet.com 

Lisnoe Old Farm House 

7 Lisnoe Road, Lisburn, BT27 5LT 

Tel: 028 9266 4757 

Fax: 028 9260 7708 

E-mail: info@lisnoeoldfarmhouse.com 

Web: www.lisnoeoldfarmhouse.com 

Oakfield 

9 Crumlin Road, Lower Ballinderry, Lisburn, BT28 2JU 

Tel: 028 9265 1307 

E-mail: oakfield2@yahoo.co.uk 

Web: www.oakfieldguesthouse.com 


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Overdale House 

150 Belsize Road, Lisburn, BT27 4DR 

Tel: 028 9267 2275 

E-mail: malcolmmcmullan@hotmail.com 

Web: www.lisburnhotel.com 

The Vandees Boutique B&B 

2c Lime Kiln Lane, Aghalee, BT67 OEZ 

Tel: 028 9265 0298 

Mob: 07590513702 / 07885907903 

E-mail: jean-paul@thevandees.co.uk 

Web: www.thevandees.co.uk 

Temple Golf & Country Club 

60 Church Road, Temple, Lisburn, BT27 6UP 

Tel: 028 9263 9213 

Fax: 028 9263 8637 

E-mail: info@templegolf.com 

Web: www.templegolf.com 

Victoria Boarding House 

1 Victoria Crescent, Lisburn, BT27 4TG 

Tel: 028 9258 3175 

Mob: 07762 102941 

E-mail: victoriaboardinghouse@hotmail.co.uk

Bed & Breakfast / Self Catering 

Willowbrook Lodge Guest House 

8 Woodvale Road, Boardmills, Lisburn, BT27 6UN 

Tel: 028 9263 8429 

Mob: 07761 979311 

E-mail: bookings@willowbrooklodge.co.uk 

info@willowbrooklodge.co.uk 

Web: www.willowbrooklodge.co.uk 

Ballycanal Manor Self Catering Cottages 

2a Glenavy Road, Moira, BT67 0LT 

Tel: 028 9261 1923 

Fax: 028 9261 1923 

E-mail: info@ballycanalmanor.com 

Web: www.ballycanalmanor.com 

Ballinderry Station Cottage 

2 Station Road, Upper Ballinderry, Lisburn, BT28 2ET 

Tel: 028 9061 0957 

Mob: 07801 412162 

E-mail: info@ballinderrystationcottage.co.uk 

Web: www.ballinderrystationcottage.com 

Brookhall Cottages & Honeysuckle Cottage 

86 & 86a Ballinderry Road, Lisburn, BT28 2QT 

Tel: 028 9262 1712 

Fax: 028 9262 1712 

Mob: 07544 920149 

E-mail: info@brookhallcottages.com 

Web: www.brookhallcottages.com 


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Self Catering 

Clenaghans Restaurant 

48 Soldierstown Road, Aghalee, BT67 0ES 

Tel: 028 9265 2952 

E-mail: info@clenaghans.com 

Web: www.clenaghans.com 

Clock Tower Coach House Apartments 

71 Lany Road, Moira, BT67 0PA 

Tel: 028 9261 0509 

Mob: 07841 926058 

E-mail: jammieroger@yahoo.co.uk 

Web: www.flatfieldhouse.co.uk 

Clintagh Cottages 

Forth Farm, 46 Lakeland Road, Hillsborough, BT26 6PW 

Tel: 028 9753 2355 

Mob: 07592 549317 

E-mail: info@clintaghcottages.com 

Web: www.clintaghcottages.com 

Forty Seven 

47 Seymour Street, Lisburn, BT27 4SY 

Mob: 07967 596427 

E-mail: enquiries@selfcateringlisburn.com 

Web: www.selfcateringlisburn.com

Self Catering 

Good Cottages 

2a Leckey Road, Upper Ballinderry, Lisburn, BT28 2QA 

Tel: 028 9265 1357 

Fax: 028 9265 1357 

Mob: 07703 209883 

E-mail: elaine@goodcottages.co.uk 

Web: www.goodcottages.co.uk 

Lisburn Self Catering Apartment 

229 Ballynahinch Road, Anahilt, Hillsborough, BT26 6BH 

Tel: 028 9263 9584 

Mob: 07963 005648 

E-mail: info@anahiltguestlodge.com 

Web: www.anahiltguestlodge.com 

Kilwarlin Cottages 

131 Moira Road, Hillsborough, BT26 6JW 

Tel: 028 9268 3102 

Mob: 07713 269880 

E-mail: info@kilwarlincottages.com 

Web: www.kilwarlincottages.com 

Lisnoe Old Farm House Self Catering Cottage 

7 Lisnoe Road, Lisburn, BT27 5LT 

Tel: 028 9266 4757 

Fax: 028 9260 7708 

E-mail: info@lisnoeoldfarmhouse.com 

Web: www.lisnoeoldfarmhouse.com 


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Self Catering 

Moydalgan Barn 

33 Croft Road, Dromara, Dromore, BT25 2AD 

Tel: 028 9753 3100 

E-mail: moydalgan@btinternet.com 

Oakfield Cottage 

9 Crumlin Road, Lower Ballinderry, Lisburn, BT28 2JU 

Tel: 028 9265 1307 

E-mail: oakfield2@yahoo.co.uk 

Web: www.oakfieldcottage.com 

www.oakfieldguesthouse.com 

No 5 Self Catering 

5 Plantation Road, Lisburn, BT27 5BP 

Tel: 028 9267 2140 

E-mail: mayfarrarno3@aol.com 

Web: www.no3utvinternet.com 

Spruce Meadows 

112 Ravernet Road, Lisburn, BT27 5NF 

Tel: 028 9267 8392 

Mob: 07873 294170 

E-mail: gary.kerr@firenet.uk.net 

Web: www.spruce-meadows.co.uk

Self Catering / Camping & Caravan 

The Barn at Lisnacurran 

6 Listullycurran Road, Dromore, BT25 1RB 

Tel: 028 9269 8710 

Mob: 07767 425444/07866 265429 

E-mail: lisnacurran@yahoo.co.uk 

Web: www.lisnacurrancountryhouse.co.uk 

For locations of all the accommodation 

featured in this guide please refer to the 

companion ‘Lisburn Visitor Map 2012’. 

For further information please contact the Lisburn or Hillsborough 

Tourist Information Centre on Tel: 028 9266 0038 or Tel: 028 9268 9717. 


Lakeside-View Caravan and Camping Park 

71 Magheraconluce Road, Hillsborough, BT26 6PR 

Tel: 028 9268 2098 

E-mail: lakeside-view@hotmail.co.uk 

Web: www.lakeside-view.8m.com 


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Information & Services 

Banks 

Bank of Ireland 

22-24 Market Square 

Lisburn BT28 1AG 

Tel: 028 9267 5347 



Wed 10.00am-4.30pm 

First Trust Bank 

34-36 Market Square 

Lisburn BT28 1AG 

Tel: 0845 600 5925 



Wed 10.00am-4.30pm 

Northern Bank 

20 Ballynahinch Street 

Hillsborough BT26 9AW 

Tel: 028 9004 5440 


Mon, Tues & Fri 9.30am-4.30pm 

Wed & Thurs 10.00am-4.30pm 

Northern Bank 

62-66 Bow Street 

Lisburn BT28 1YS 

Tel: 028 9004 5160 


Mon, Tues & Fri 9.30am-4.30pm 

Wed & Thurs 10.00am-4.30pm 

Sat 9.30am-12.30pm (by 

appointment only) 

Ulster Bank 

49 Main Street 

Moira BT67 0LJ 

Tel: 028 9261 2100 



Wed 10.00am-4.30pm 

Closed for lunch 12.30pm-1.30pm 

Ulster Bank 

2-4 Ballynahinch Street 

Hillsborough BT26 6AW 

Tel: 028 9268 2109 



Wed 10.00am-4.30pm 

Ulster Bank 

183 Kingsway 

Dunmurry BT17 9AH 

Tel: 028 9061 8311 



Wed 10.00am-4.30pm 

Ulster Bank 

18 Bow Street 

Lisburn BT28 1BN 

Tel: 028 9267 6223 



Wed 10.00am-4.30pm 

Sat 10.00am-1.00pm 

Ulster Bank 

133-135 Longstone Street 

Lisburn BT28 1ET 

Tel: 028 9266 4477 



Wed 10.00am-4.30pm 

Building Societies 

Halifax 

2-4 Bow Street 

Lisburn BT28 1RE 

Tel: 028 9253 0007 



Wed 9.30am-5.00pm 

Sat 9.00am-12.30pm 

Progressive Building Society 

3 Market Place 

Lisburn BT28 1AN 

Tel: 028 9260 2802 


Mon-Tues, Thurs-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm 

Wed 9.30am-5.00pm 

Sat 9.30am-12noon 

Santander 

22 Bow Street 


Tel: 0845 765 4321 


Mon-Tues, Thurs-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm 

Wed 10.00am-5.00pm 

Sat 9.00am-4.00pm

Car Parks Churches 

Hillsborough 

• Hillsborough Forest 

• Hillsborough Car Park at 

the bottom of Main Street 


• Antrim Street 

• Barrack Street 

• Bow Street Mall, 

entrance Thiepval Road 

(underground) Antrim Street 

• Graham Gardens 

• Laganbank Road 

• Lagan Valley Island 

• Lagan Valley Leisure Park 

• Lisburn Railway Station 

(For rail users only) 

• Lisburn Square - 

underground parking 

• Longstone Street 

• Queen’s Road 

• Smithfield Street - 

Smithfield Square 

Church of Ireland 

Christ Church Cathedral 

24a Castle Street 

Lisburn BT27 4XD 

Tel: 028 9260 2400 

(Mon-Fri 9.30am-1.00pm) 

Web: www.lisburncathedral.org.uk 

Services: Sun at 9.30am and 

11.00am 

Second and third Sunday of month - 

Evening Praise Service at 6.30pm 

For the full monthly service pattern 

please visit the Church website. 

Methodist Church 

Seymour Street Methodist Church 

Lisburn BT27 4XG 

Tel: 028 9266 2303 

Web: www.seymourstreet.org 

Services: Sun at 11.30am and 

6.30pm. 

Presbyterian Church 

First Lisburn Presbyterian Church 

49 Market Square South 

Lisburn BT28 1AD 

Tel: 028 9266 0144 (during office 

hours) 

E-mail: office@firstlisburn.org 

Web: www.firstlisburn.org 

Office Hours: 

Tues, Wed & Fri 9.00am-1.00pm 

July and August – The evening 

service is united among local 

churches at 8.00pm. 

Roman Catholic 

St Patrick’s Church 

27 Chapel Hill 

Lisburn BT28 1EP 

Tel: 028 9266 0206 

E-mail: 

stpatricksparish@hotmail.com 

Web: www.parishoflisburn.org 

Office Hours: Mon-Fri 10.30am- 

1.00pm and 2.00pm-4.00pm 

For a comprehensive list and 

more information on Churches 

in the Lisburn area please 

visit: www.lisburn.com 


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Cinema Emergency Services 

Lisburn Omniplex 

Lisburn Leisure Park 

Governors Road 

Lisburn BT28 1LP 

Booking Line: 0871 720 0400 

Web: www.omniplex.ie 


Mon-Fri 1.00pm-10.00pm, Sat & 

Sun 11.00am-10.00pm, School 

holidays daily 11.00am-10.00pm 

14-screen cinema complex 

featuring the very latest in 

projection and sound technology. 

Facility to show 3-D and digital 

films. Audio description and 

subtitles available for selected 

films. Free on site car parking. 

Excellent choice of restaurants on 

site. 

Ambulance, Fire and Police 

Tel: 999 

Police Service of NI 

15 Barrack Street 

Lisburn BT28 1TJ 

Tel: 0845 600 8000 (ask for 

appropriate station) 

Fax: 028 9260 0989 

Enquiry Office Open 8.00am- 

11.00pm daily (Lisburn District 

Command Unit Headquarters, 

covering Lisburn City Council area). 

Hospital 

Lagan Valley Hospital 

39 Hillsborough Road 

Lisburn BT28 1JP 

Tel: 028 9266 5141 

Library 

Lisburn City Library 

23 Linenhall Street 

Lisburn BT28 1FJ 

Tel: 028 9263 3350 

E-mail: 

lisburncity.library@librariesni.org.uk 

Web: www.librariesni.org.uk 


Mon & Tues 9.00am-8.00pm 

Wed 12noon-10.00pm 

Thurs 9.00am-9.00pm 

Fri & Sat 9.00am-5.00pm 

For summer opening hours please 

visit the website. 

A state-of-the-art library offering 

books, music, children’s library, free 

internet access for members, youth 

zone, performance space and 

leisure space.

Lisburn City Library 


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Market 


The Square 

Lisburn BT28 1TS 

Tel: 028 9264 1384 


Tues 8.00am-2.00pm 

Newspapers 

Ulster Star/Lisburn Echo 

12a Bow Street 


Tel: 028 9267 9111 

Web: www.lisburntoday.co.uk 

Andersonstown News 

2 Hannahstown Hill 

Belfast BT17 0LT 

Tel: 028 9061 9000 

Web: www.belfastmediagroup.com 

Post Offices 

Lisburn Post Office 

26 The Square 


Tel: 0845 722 3344 

For a full list of Post Offices 

in the Lisburn area please 

visit www.postoffice.co.uk 

Shopping 

Bow Street Mall 

Bow Street 

Lisburn BT28 1AW 

Tel: 028 9267 5438 

E-mail: info@bowstreetmall.co.uk 

Web: www.bowstreetmall.co.uk 

Dobbies Garden World 

Saintfield Road 

Lisburn BT27 5PG 

Tel: 028 9262 6960 

Web: www.dobbies.com 

E-Mail: lisburn@dobbies.com 


Hours vary on season. 

Dobbies Garden World, Lisburn 

features an extensive range of plants 

and gardening products, a Farm 

Foodhall specialising in locallysourced 

produce, as well as a 

stunning 350-seater restaurant and 

educational Greenhouse area. 

Visitors will also find a specialist 

aquatics department and stylish 

outdoor living and gifts. 


1 Lisburn Square 

Lisburn BT28 1TS 

Tel: 028 9264 1384 

E-mail: security@lisburnsquare.com 

Sprucefield Park 

Lisburn BT27 5UJ 

Sprucefield Shopping Centre 

157 Hillsborough Road 

Lisburn BT27 5UJ 

Tel: 028 9266 1597 

E-mail: 

management@sprucefieldcentre.co.uk 

Web: www.sprucefieldcentre.co.uk

Shopping in Bow Street Mall 


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Lisburn Buscentre

Taxi 

1 st Choice Taxis 

Tel: 028 9266 8868 

Borough Taxis 

Tel: 028 9266 3020 

Tel: 028 9266 3030 

Catch a Cab 

Tel: 028 9260 5777 

Dale Cabs 

Tel: 028 9062 2222 

Direct Cabs 

Tel: 028 9264 1641 

Go Cabs 

Tel: 028 9260 2999 

New City Cabs 

Tel: 028 9266 4445 

Tel: 028 9266 4466 

Premier Taxi Company 

Tel: 028 9266 6666 

Village Taxis 

Tel: 07779 559595 

Car Hire 

Enterprise rent a car 

2 Young Street 

Lisburn BT27 5EA 

Tel: 028 9263 5970 

Fax: 028 9263 5971 

Web: www.enterprise.co.uk 



Sat 9.00am-12noon 

Lindsay Ford Rental 

20 Market Place 

Lisburn BT28 1AR 

Tel: 028 9260 0209 or 

028 9267 3121 



Sat 9.00am-1.00pm 

Transport 

Northern Ireland Railways Co Ltd 

2a Bachelors Walk 

Lisburn BT28 1XJ 

Tel: 028 9266 2294 

Tel: 028 9260 1626 

Main Station Opening Hours: 

Mon-Sat 6.00am-11.45pm 

Sun 9.00am-11.15pm 

Ticket Office Opening Hours: 

Mon-Fri: 7.00am-3.30pm 

Sat: 9.30am-5.00pm 

Closed for lunch: 12.30pm-1.30pm 

Sunday Closed 

Ulsterbus 

13 Smithfield Street 

Lisburn BT28 1TL 

Tel: 028 9266 2091 



Sat 9.00am-4.30pm 


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The friendly staff 

in the award-winning 

Tourist Information 

Centres in 

Hillsborough and 

Lisburn are always 

on hand to help 

make your stay 

more enjoyable.

Contact Information 

The staff at either Tourist Information Centre 

can help: 

• Assist with planning your itinerary; 

• Provide free information on places to visit 

and events; 

• Change foreign currency into sterling; 

• Sell tickets for local events; and 

• Book accommodation. 

A gift shop for local crafts and souvenirs is available 

on site. 

Dialling codes 

Dialling from the Republic of Ireland (048) 9266 0038 

Dialling Internationally +44 28 9266 0038 

For further information on any of these services 

please contact: 

Lisburn Tourist 

Information Centre 

15 Lisburn Square 


Tel: 028 9266 0038 

Fax: 028 9260 7889 

E-mail: tic.lisburn@lisburn.gov.uk 

Web: www.visitlisburn.com 



Hillsborough Tourist 

Information Centre 

The Courthouse 

The Square 

Hillsborough BT26 6AG 

Tel: 028 9268 9717 

Fax: 028 9268 9773 

E-mail: tic.hillsborough@lisburn.gov.uk 

Web: www.visitlisburn.com 




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