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2 March 2026 The Annesley Walled Garden, set at the heart of the internationally renowned arboretum in Castlewellan Forest Park, will reopen to the public on Saturday 7 March 2026, following nearly two years of restoration work and storm damage repairs.

27 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has welcomed the announcement of a brand new ‘Walking for All’ programme, a major cross-border initiative supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), and led by Outscape, launched on Friday 27 February 2026 at The Junction, Dungannon.

27 February 2026 A multi-million pound investment in a new recreational hub at Camlough Lake has secured planning approval.

26 February 2026 The Down Leisure Centre in Downpatrick hosted a Community Support Hub drop-in event on 18 February when members of the public had an opportunity to speak directly with Newry, Mourne and Down District Council representatives.

26 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has secured planning approval for a new accessible entrance at Dunleath Park in Downpatrick.

25 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is further enhancing access at Tyrella beach to ensure the award-winning Blue Flag facility is available to people with disabilities.

25 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has secured planning approval for a new £7.

24 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is inviting residents and visitors to enjoy ten days of arts and cultural events as the Newry Arts Festival returns from 19 to 29 March 2026.

23 February 2026 Two community-based arts organisations are playing key roles in preparations for St Patrick’s Day festival parades in Newry and Downpatrick.

23 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Philip Campbell was delighted to host a memorable evening of recognition and celebration at the Chairperson’s Civic Awards 2026 on Friday 20 February at the Millbrook Lodge Hotel, Ballynahinch.

23 February 2026 Live Here Love Here, the people-powered campaign dedicated to improving local environments and inspiring civic pride, has announced the winners of its 2026 Community Awards.

20 February 2026 Tá Gairm 1 de Scéim Sparánachta na Gaeilge 2026-2027 fógartha ag Comhairle Ceantair an Iúir, Mhúrn agus an Dúin.