Belfast National Trust

Belfast National Trust Looking after our special places in Belfast for everyone, forever. Or drop into Patterson's Spade Mill and Rowallane Garden for a great day out!

National Trust Belfast comprises stunning properties in the heart of the city such as Minnowburn, Divis & the Black Mountain, Belmont Tower and the iconic Crown Bar.

Our Archaeologist Malachy Conway will be taking part in the Maps and Memories talk on the 16 of August. Come along and c...
02/08/2026

Our Archaeologist Malachy Conway will be taking part in the Maps and Memories talk on the 16 of August.

Come along and celebrate National Heritage Week and explore the 200-year history of the Ordnance Survey in Ireland. This event will start at 10:30am with an opening introduction to the Maps & Memories project. This will be followed by our first guest speaker: Malachy Conway (National Trust)

Hear from the National Trust’s Archaeologist for Northern Ireland and learn about the latest insights and research from Divis Mountain, Belfast. Join us in the Belfast Room for a complimentary tea and coffee.
During the break, explore live demonstrations of the Historic Environment Map Viewer with one of the archaeologists from HERoNI (Historic Environment Record of NI) and and hear from Ordnance Survey Northern Ireland on their mapping archive.

Our final guest speaker will be Dr. Frances Kane (Queen’s University Belfast) Discover how Ordnance Survey archives remain at risk today, alongside a fascinating look at their modern applications.

Please Note: Registration is essential for this event.

If you have any inquiries regarding the event, please contact the team at [email protected].

Some walks are about getting somewhere. This one is about slowing down. 🌿Join us for a Minnowburn Ramble and enjoy a rel...
30/07/2026

Some walks are about getting somewhere. This one is about slowing down. 🌿

Join us for a Minnowburn Ramble and enjoy a relaxed stroll through peaceful woodland and along the River Lagan.

We'll keep an eye out for wildlife, listen for birdsong, uncover a little of Minnowburn's history and enjoy good company along the way. No expert knowledge required, just comfortable shoes and a little curiosity.

Sometimes the best plans are the ones with no rush at all.

📍 14 August, 10am - 12.
No booking needed. Simply turn up and join us.

Traditional tunes. Towering trees. Tough choice which steals the show. 🎻🌳As the Fleadh comes to Belfast, join us at Minn...
28/07/2026

Traditional tunes. Towering trees. Tough choice which steals the show. 🎻🌳

As the Fleadh comes to Belfast, join us at Minnowburn for an afternoon of live music on the banks of the River Lagan.

Bring a picnic, grab a coffee, explore the landscape with the Maps & Memories team and enjoy a different side of the city's biggest celebration.

📍 6 August, 1pm-3pm, No booking needed. Meeting at Minnowburn Car Park.

Sometimes the best seat at the session is surrounded by birdsong.

Visitor Notice: Temporary Boardwalk Closure ⛔️If you're planning a walk on Divis over the next few weeks, please be awar...
27/07/2026

Visitor Notice: Temporary Boardwalk Closure ⛔️

If you're planning a walk on Divis over the next few weeks, please be aware that the boardwalk at the end of the Ridge Trail is temporarily closed while we carry out essential replacement works.

You can still enjoy the Ridge Trail as normal, but there is no through access across the boardwalk. Once you reach the closure, you'll need to retrace your steps back along the trail. The return walk is approximately 7.4km.

We know this may be disappointing, but these improvements are an important part of caring for Divis. Replacing the ageing boardwalk will help protect the fragile peatland beneath your feet, improve accessibility, and ensure this much loved route can be enjoyed for years to come.

This work also forms part of Divis: A View to the Future, our long term project to restore nature, improve access, and create a more resilient landscape for both people and wildlife.

The works are expected to take 10 to 12 weeks. Thank you for your patience while we invest in the future of this special place.

To learn more about the project, visit our website here at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/divis-and-the-black-mountain

History work Tomorrow on Divis Mountain! Divis has been telling stories for thousands of years. You just need to know wh...
24/07/2026

History work Tomorrow on Divis Mountain!

Divis has been telling stories for thousands of years. You just need to know where to look. 🏔️

This Festival of Archaeology, join our ranger team for a guided walk exploring the fascinating history hidden across Divis and the Black Mountain.

From prehistoric landscapes to more recent chapters in the mountain's story, you'll discover the archaeology beneath your boots, hear about the finds our team regularly uncovers, and enjoy some of the best views over Belfast along the way.

You might come for the scenery, but you'll leave seeing the mountain in a whole new way.

📍 Saturday 25 July, 10.30 - 12, Meet at the Lower Car Park
🎟 Free event | No booking needed

History isn't always behind glass. Sometimes it's under your feet.

21/07/2026

The fun is here! Join Rowallane’s Summer of Play supported by Pokémon until 31 August.

Ready to unleash your energy? With help from Pokémon, you can make this summer one to remember. Find epic challenges, crafty activities and bucket-loads of outdoors play!

Find out more on our website!

The Lough Trail is back open! 🌿Our four-legged conservation team has finished grazing, which means the Lough Trail is on...
21/07/2026

The Lough Trail is back open! 🌿

Our four-legged conservation team has finished grazing, which means the Lough Trail is once again open for everyone to enjoy.

Thanks for bearing with us while the cattle carried out their important conservation work. We hope you enjoy your next walk at Divis!

Maps can tell you where to go. This walk might help you see it differently. 🗺️🌿Join artist Mhairi Sutherland at Minnowbu...
15/07/2026

Maps can tell you where to go. This walk might help you see it differently. 🗺️🌿

Join artist Mhairi Sutherland at Minnowburn for a creative walking tour exploring the landscapes of the Lagan Valley through history, art and observation.

Inspired by the early Ordnance Survey maps of Ireland, you'll discover the stories behind the landscape before creating your own sketches along the way. No artistic experience is needed, and all materials are provided.

Whether you love local history, enjoy being creative or simply fancy a slower way to explore Minnowburn, this is a unique afternoon outdoors.

📅 7 August, 1pm–3.30pm
🎟 Free, but booking is essential. Please book via www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/minnowburn/events/718ee27a-a003-472b-8185-61b0cacf59f3

07/07/2026

"Fake it till you make it."

Meet the narrow-bordered bee hawk-moth. From its fuzzy body to its rapid wingbeats and even the little pre-flight wiggle, it's all designed to convince predators it's carrying a sting.

Spoiler: it isn't.

Instead, this harmless moth spends its summer hovering between flowers, helping to pollinate our wild plants while fooling almost everyone it meets.

Sometimes, looking like the toughest insect in the meadow is all the protection you need.

📸 Video captured by Aaron Kelly

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