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Mount Stewart
Museums & HeritagePaid

Mount Stewart

Newtownards, Down · BT22 2AD

At a Glance

Location
Newtownards, Down
Setting
Indoor & Outdoor
Cost
Paid
Ages
Preschool 3–5 · Primary 5–11 · Tweens 11–13 · Teens 13–17
Category
Museums & Heritage
  • Toilets
  • Accessible WC
  • Parking
  • Café
  • Baby Change
  • Buggy Friendly
  • Wheelchair Access

Activities

Museum · Heritage · Historic House · Gardens · Forest · Walking · Playpark

Full Description

Mount Stewart is a brilliant choice for a family adventure in the Ards Peninsula, with plenty to enjoy beyond a quick stop. It's the sort of place where you can take your time, explore together and enjoy a proper day out.

You'll find the magnificent gardens, woodland paths, historic house and colourful planting. Rather than rushing from one thing to the next, give the wee ones time to look around, spot the little details and make their own discoveries along the way. There's something lovely about combining a bit of exploring with a snack stop and some fresh air.

You can keep things fairly short with younger children or make more of an outing if everyone has the energy. Pack what you need for the weather, choose the parts that suit your family and enjoy a simple adventure together. Children have a Natural Play area to explore as well as a squirrel hide. The accessible lake walk is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs, with accessible toilets and mobility scooters available.

What You'll Find

Explore the historic house, beautiful gardens and woodland estate at Mount Stewart. There’s plenty of space for children to roam, making it a lovely family option when you want history and outdoor exploring in the same day.

Wee Ones Will Love...

  • ✓Looking for unusual flowers
  • ✓Following garden paths and discovering woodland wildlife

Before You Visit

Check directly for current opening times, admission or parking charges, booking requirements and any temporary closures before travelling.

Top Tips

  • ⭐Give yourselves time for the gardens as well as the house.
  • ⭐check seasonal house access.
  • ⭐choose routes carefully with a buggy.

Location

Newtownards, Down BT22 2AD

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