Historic Royal Palaces

A transformed Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, County Down, will open its doors daily to visitors for the first time this Easter, with a host of exciting events and activities. From April 18 - 28, ‘Be Our Guest’ offers families a chance to…
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Dublin's press last night were given a taster of what the public can expect when Co Down's Hillsborough Castle and Gardens opens officially in April. Organised by Historic Royal Palaces, the event took place at the Irish Georgian Society…
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Hillsborough Castle and Gardens in County Down - the iconic landmark - will open its doors to visitors daily for the first time on April 10, 2019. Historic Royal Palaces’ Conservation and Collections Care team have spent years restoring …
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The sound of celebration can be heard far and wide as the clock tower in the Courthouse turret of the newly renovated Hillsborough Castle, Co Down rings for the first time in over 30 years. The conservation of the building's clock is the…
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Hillsborough Castle in Co. Down is transforming into a Winter Wonderland this December with a range events that will put everyone in the festive spirit. Running all month until December 23, be transported back to 1895 with costume…
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On my knees surrounded by strangers, I was crowned King of Misrule. Prior to the evening spent in Hillsborough Castle, Co. Down, I was unaware of this Georgian Christmas tradition.  However, given a taster of the recently renovated…
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