Things To Do
The Outlet
Home to more than 50 of the world’s best-known retail brands, The OUTLET near Banbridge is a shopping and leisure destination like no other. It’s the perfect place for bargain hunters with permanent reductions of between 30% and 70% off the rrp. There’s also a host of cafes, restaurants and leisure activities all looked after by our award winning customer service team, making it as popular with families as it is with style lovers. www.the-outlet.co.uk
Wave Leisure Centre Craigavon
Waves Leisure Complex Lurgan offers a varied programme of activities throughout the year. The staff are always on hand to give advice and make your visit enjoyable. We are located beside the award winning Lurgan Park allowing you to enjoy both indoor and outdoor leisure in the same location. www.craigavonactivity.org/waves
Mourne Mountains
Half an hour by car, circa 19 miles, lie the Mourne Mountains. The Mournes stand true to the words of songwriter Percy French as the place ‘where the Mountains of Mourne sweep down to the sea’. They are not only one of Ireland’s most scenic areas and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, they are quite simply an adventurer’s paradise.
Tayto Park
Tayto Castle in the Ulster countryside is where the terrific Tayto crisps are made. The castle is over 500 years old and was originally the home of the O’Hanlon clan, one of the mightiest and most powerful clans in all of Ireland. www.tayto.com
Craigavon Golf and Ski Centre
Offering lessons and open sessions in dry slope skiing and snowboarding, with tubing also available for over 5s. Golf range and putting green also on site.
Tannaghmore Animal Farm
Rare and traditional breeds to visit, plus barn museum with craft demonstrations, nice nature walks and a playground. Plus it’s free to visit so a great option for the little one’s first farmyard foray to see if they like it!
Scallywags
Childrens indoor party and play centres – the biggest, and in our customers opinion, the best play centres in Lurgan and Banbridge. www.scallywagsni.com
Lough Neagh Discovery Centre
A good starting point for a family visit to Oxford Island Nature Reserve, with lots of information available from leaflefts and knowledgeable staff. Great views of the island and over Lough Neagh. Free to visit.
Oxford Island
A National Nature Reserve with a number of habitats to explore and plenty of wildlife to enjoy. Trails to follow, plus a marina full of activities, and a museum to visit.