Explore What Mid Ulster has to Offer
Saturday 11 October 2025 from 10am - 1pm at Ranfurly House & Hill of the O'Neill, Dungannon
The Great Days Out Showcase is an annual event hosted by Mid Ulster District Council that spotlights the breadth of tourism and visitor opportunities across Mid Ulster. Entry is free, and exhibitors from across Mid Ulster will be on stands to share their offerings — from outdoor adventures, heritage sites, tours, crafts, food & drink experiences, and more.
The showcase is designed to help you discover, plan and explore. Here's just a glimpse of what is featured:
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Live demos from Woodlab Distillery, Wyse Bytes Cookery School, Molly and Me Candles
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Guided Tours & Living History at Ranfurly House & Hill of the O'Neill
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Over 25 information stands where you can talk directly with local providers
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Free maps, brochures and itineraries to inspire you
Here's why you'll want to explore more:
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Mid Ulster is centrally located in the heart of Ulster
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Compact distances = You can do multiple things in one day
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Unwind in Time = Escape the crowded tourist trail
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Something for everyone = outdoor lovers, heritage buffs, unique authentic experiences
The Great Days Out Showcase isn't just an event - it's an invitation to explore Mid Ulster, discover the ancient forts, scaling treetop challenges, home of literature greats, or tasting local hospitality, you'll find the district is full of stories and where a warm welcome awaits.
Full details of the event and exhibitor listings can be found on Visit Mid Ulster.
Ballyscullion Park is a private house, home of Richard and Rosalind Mulholland and their family, and is available for visits by prior arrangement to its beautiful historic gardens and grounds.
Groups can enjoy a tour of Blessingbourne House, the Carriage and Costume Museum, beautiful gardens and Estate grounds.
Great storytelling, beautiful design and 21st century technology, our new visitor experience features the incredible legacy of Dr. Mooney. His surgery and soup kitchen provided aid to the local community during An Gorta Mór.
Ranfurly House is an impressive Victorian building located in Dungannon and gateway to the ancient site of Hill of The O’Neill. Hill of The O’Neill is one of the most important heritage sites in Ireland with breath taking panoramic views over seven of the nine counties of Ulster.
Seamus Heaney HomePlace takes you on an inspiring journey through the life and work of one of Ireland’s greatest writers. Situated between his two childhood homes at Mossbawn and The Wood, and only a few hundred yards from St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy, which he chose as his final resting place, HomePlace is at the heart of the area that inspired so much of the poet’s work.
The gin school at Woodlab Distillery is a unique experience in the science of harnessing nature to extract the flavour profiles present in their gin. Using a little bit of science they source the flavours of exotic botanicals and much more in the flora found within a radius of just a couple of miles around their Distillery.
Take a journey through time and space with a visitor experience that’s out of this world. Book your visit to Northern Ireland’s only International Dark Sky Park.
Journey through nature and spark your imagination all year round. A diverse 176 hectare woodland offering gentle trails and an unparalleled experience for both young and old on the outskirts of Pomeroy.
