Donaghadee New Year's Day Historical Walking Tour 2025

Part of Experience Ards and North Down 2024. Click here to see the full programme. 

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Join Dr Robert Neill who will guide you around the stunning seaside town of Donaghadee aka Port Devine, featured in the BBC “Hope Street” television series.

Donaghadee is the nearest port to Scotland, and boasts a rich maritime history. Immerse yourself in stories from 1600 to the present day.

Learn about the Sir Samuel Kelly lifeboat, which rescued survivors from the MV Princess Victoria in 1953.

You will also explore the history of the Moat and streets and churches in the town.

This would make for something different to do on New Year's Day. 

Things to noteTour departs on foot from Donaghadee Harbour, 82 Moat Street, BT21 OHF

Please dress for warmth and comfortably as dictated by the weather.   Tour covers uneven ground and some inclines, please wear suitable footwear and dress for the weather. No concessions.

Those aged U18 yrs must be accompanied by a paying adult and also purchase a full price ticket.Tickets close 48 hrs before.

Getting there

By Car: From Belfast follow A2 to Donaghadee Rd/High Bangor Rd/B21 in Bangor.  At Donaghadee Rd Roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donaghadee Rd/High Bangor Rd/B21.  Follow the signs towards Donaghadee.  Follow A48 to The Parade.

Car parking | Ards and North Down Borough Council

By Bus: See Translink NI website for bus departure and arrival times.

Accessibility                                                                                                                                 Tour covers uneven ground and some inclines, please wear suitable footwear and dress for the weather. This experience may not be suitable for wheelchair users / those with mobility issues - Please contact the Visitor Information Centre team for more information.                                                                          

Carers Where practicable ANDBC will aim to accommodate carers and be as inclusive as possible. Due to the variety and nature of the programme this requires assessment on a case-by-case basis. If you require further information in relation to this, please call Bangor Visitor Information Centre on 028 9127 0069, and they will be able to address your enquiry.

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