Founded in 1981, Hilden Brewery in Lisburn is the oldest independent brewery in Ireland. It is to be found in the grounds of Hilden House, a Georgian manor once home to the Barbour linen company. Here it was that Thomas Andrews, ill-fated designer of the Titanic (the ship left from Belfast, 15 minutes up the road), was married to a Barbour sister. To mark the regeneration of Belfast’s riverside Titanic Quarter, a special pale ale was commissioned from the brewery. Other prominent guests at the house have included William Wordsworth and Edward VIII.

Explore the great outdoors at Lisburn Leisure Park, a lovely green space in Lisburn. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Explore the great outdoors at RSPB Portmore Lough, a lovely green space in Lisburn. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Irish Linen Centre and Museum during your trip to Lisburn. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

You can take time to visit The Club Spa during your travels to Lisburn. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

Enjoy a round of golf in Lisburn at Temple Golf and Country Club. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.