News

12 June 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is pleased to announce the reopening of the Delamont caravan site, welcoming visitors to enjoy stays at one of the district’s most scenic outdoor destinations throughout the summer season.

12 June 2026 A recent community planting session at Meigh Community Centre brought residents together to support biodiversity and enhance their local environment as part of the ongoing Bloom and Branch initiative.

11 June 2026 Visitors and residents are being encouraged to plan their September escape as tickets for the popular Eats & Beats Festival are now on sale.

11 June 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and the Mourne Gullion Strangford UNESCO Global Geopark is at the centre of an innovative new all-island partnership connecting UNESCO-designated sites across Ireland for the first time.

10 June 2026 Further education students with the drive to progress from the lecture theatre to the national rallying stage got a chance to meet with two of Northern Ireland’s top drivers recently and pour over ultra-modern modern and classic cars.

9 June 2026 Young women from across the district came together on Thursday 28 May to mark World Menstrual Hygiene Day at a special event supported by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and delivered in partnership with Changing Cycles.

8 June 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is continuing to play a pivotal role educating, engaging and empowering communities to care for the local environment.

8 June 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Local Economic Partnership is delighted to launch two property grant schemes worth a combined £2.

8 June 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to officially launch the Be Active Summer Programme 2026, with bookings opening from 10am on Monday 15 June for another exciting summer of sport, recreation and fun across the district.

4 June 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce the return of the popular Eats & Beats Festival to Newcastle on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September.

1 June 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council elected a new Chair and Deputy Chair at its annual meeting on Monday 1 June 2026.

1 June 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted that local beaches at Cranfield, Tyrella and Murlough have again received a prestigious Blue Flag Award for 2026.