A warm welcome awaits you when you arrive in Banbridge for Buskfest, whether you are here for a day or a little longer, Banbridge has plenty to offer all of the family. For tourism information contact Banbridge Tourist Information Centre on 028 4062 3322 or visit the Banbridge District Council Website.


While you are in our town centre why not indulge in a little retail therapy, we have a unique blend of individual stores you won’t find anywhere else combined with well known high street names. Banbridge offers hassle free shopping and a special service you won’t find in many larger shopping centres. In addition to town centre shopping, Banbridge provides designer names at discounted prices at the Outlet shopping centre,1 mile from the town and easily accessible by shuttle bus. For more information, www.the-outlet.co.uk.


During your visit to Banbridge Buskfest take some time to absorb our rich heritage. The distinctive bridge in the town centre, locally known as the Cut was built in 1834 to ease the journey of the horse drawn mail coach from Belfast to Dublin. The historic Church Square area is the location for the Crozier Monument and birthplace of Captain Crozier (1776 – 1848) who discovered the Northwest Passage.


In the heart of the town centre, the River Bann flows through Solitude Park and offers visitors the opportunity to relax in the beautiful natural setting. Families can enjoy the recently opened Dance Zone and children's play park for our younger visitors.


If you have a bit more time to spend in and around the town take a short trip to the F.E. McWilliam Gallery and Studio just 1 mile from the town centre, dedicated to the memory of Banbridge-born sculptor Frederick Edward McWilliam, one of Ireland’s most influential and successful artists. The gallery and studio house a collection of the sculptors work in exhibition space and a sculpture garden as well as hosting touring exhibitions and regular events. For further information telephone 028 4062 3322, email femcwilliam@banbridge.gov.uk


For further tourism information contact Banbridge Tourist Information Centre on 028 4062 3322 or www.banbridge.gov.uk


For those who are more energetic, why not take the family to nearby Banbridge Leisure Centre. Facilities include family swimming pools, fitness suite, soft play adventure area, sauna/steam room and cafeteria