Autumn is here, the leaves have mostly fallen and there is a chill in the air. With October half term approaching there are a lot of exciting autumn family activities coming up here in the Lisburn Castlereagh…
Spruce Meadows Adventure Farm is located 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. There are plenty of activities for adventurers young and old, ranging from quad biking and archery to pony rides and pitch & putt, as well as alpacas, reptiles, indoor quads & a cafe to refuel after a day spent adventuring!
Thinking of taking the kids out for an adventure? With an extensive revamp, Moira Lakes offers a wide range of activities to suit any age range, from children's parties to corporate events. Activities range from the aforementioned fly fishing, archery and even a mini-beast safari. The hosts can tailor make a package to suit you, from an hour to a full day, has activities to suit all ages and can accommodate large or small groups.
Although it's been around for years, The Ulster Aviation Society is an ever popular choice. It utilises brand new ideas inspired from the history of aviation. As Lisburn & Castlereagh's most popular tourist destination, it's appeared on television with the intrepid idea of recreating the flight of Harry Ferguson, a famous local engineer, who was the first person to build and fly his own plane in Northern Ireland.
Lyons Karting is a fantastic, fast flowing go-karting circuit in Northern Ireland. Five minutes from Lisburn and five minutes from Hillsborough, it's in the ideal location for the lads to fulfil their need for speed. Lyons Karting also supplies Grand Prix Karting, stag and hen parties, corporate and club events. Also on site is a small venue to get a bite to eat and a drink.
Kids can grab a mini wheelbarrow and go and explore our pumpkin patch! They can then pick their own pumpkin and wheel it back up the field to our designated carving marquee where our staff will be on hand to help. You can design your spooky lantern and then scoop it out. Barrel and tractor rides are all included as well as lots of other shows and activities throughout the day! Check out their website for prices and further details.
Burn off some energy at E-Trax NI! This is a purpose-built indoor motocross track that gives you a unique opportunity to learn and improve your off-road riding, in a safe and fun environment, all year round! Featuring KTM Freeride-e and Kuberg motocross bikes and suitable from aged 5 to adults. Full safety gear and training is provided by qualified instructors and for those who don't fancy the track, there is an upstairs viewing gallery and coffee shop.
How about watching the latest blockbuster at Eastpoint Omniplex after a great family meal at one of the many eateries in the area, such as Binkys, Sugarrays, Wolfe's, Blue Chicago or Tale of Spice? You're only a stone's throw from the fantastic Dundonald International Ice Bowl with it's Indianaland, Clip 'n' Climb and Pirate's Adventure Golf!
Frankie & Benny’s serves up the best of New York Italian cuisine to offer you big flavours and massive choice. Whether you fancy a juicy chicken burger or an Italian classic, they’ve got something for everyone! While you're at it, why not take the whole family around Sprucefield for a day out shopping?
