BRCD Tourism Project

A New Tourism Journey for Our District

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is progressing plans for a major tourism investment project as part of the Belfast Region City Deal. The emerging project aims to explore a connected tourism journey from Carlingford Lough to Strangford Lough, linking key destinations including Kilbroney Forest Park, Slieve Gullion Forest Park and Delamont Country Park.

At this early stage, the Council is engaging with tourism businesses and stakeholders to help shape the future direction of the project.

A bold new vision for tourism in Newry, Mourne and Down

This is an opportunity to explore how future investment could:

Create a connected journey across iconic landscapes
Celebrate our spectacular natural environment
Enhance the visitor experience
Create opportunities for local businesses and communities

Business Stakeholder Survey

Are you a local tourism and visitor business operating within Newry, Mourne and Down?

We're inviting you to complete our short online survey and share your views to help shape the future direction of the project.

The survey is open until 5pm on Thursday 23 July 2026 and should take around 10 minutes to complete.

Complete the Early Engagement Business Survey HERE

If you would prefer to complete a hard copy of the survey, please contact us via email on BRCDTourism@nmandd.org.

Stay informed

This is just the beginning. As the project develops there will be further opportunities for businesses, stakeholders and local communities to get involved.