Newcastle Visitor Information Centre Crowned Best in Northern Ireland

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Newcastle Visitor Information Centre has been crowned Northern Ireland’s best.

The award was presented to delighted staff at the 34th annual Northern Ireland Travel & Tourism Awards held recently at the Slieve Donard Hotel. The Newcastle Centre won best Northern Ireland Tourist Information Centre in a strong category sponsored by Stena Line, which also included Visit Belfast, Visit Derry and Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre.

The accolade reflects both public confidence and high standards of service, with the winner chosen via votes cast by NI Travel News readers, supported by an independent mystery-shopping assessment.

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Glyn Hanna said, “This award is a tremendous honour for Newcastle Visitor Information Centre and a richly deserved recognition of the team’s professionalism, local knowledge and warm welcome.

“Every day, the staff help visitors make the most of Newcastle and the wider Mourne Gullion Strangford area, creating positive experiences that encourage people to return and recommend our destination to others. To have this service recognised by readers of NI Travel News and independently mystery shopped makes the achievement especially meaningful. Congratulations to everyone involved and thanks for their continued commitment to outstanding visitor service.”

The award places Newcastle Visitor Information Centre among Northern Ireland’s leading visitor information services and highlights its important role in supporting tourism, promoting local attractions, activities, experiences, places to eat and drink and helping visitors enjoy a memorable stay.

Newcastle Visitor Information Centre provides information and guidance on attractions, accommodation, events, experiences and activities in the Mourne Gullion Strangford area.