Local Attractions
| F.E. McWilliam Gallery and Studio, Banbridge | |
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The F.E. McWilliam Gallery and Studio in Banbridge is dedicated to the memory of Banbridge-born sculptor Frederick Edward McWilliam, one of Ireland’s most influential and successful artists. The gallery and studio houses over 120 sculptures in a superb exhibition facility of gallery, garden and reconstructed studio. This exhibition is the third major exhibition of McWilliam's work in recent years. The Tate Gallery, London and the Ulster Museum, Belfast have both shown retrospectives of his work. Gallery staff are on hand at all times to assist the public with information and to respond to enquiries. Group tours & school visits may be arranged by appointment. Opening Hours Monday-Saturday 10.00am-5.00pm Sunday 1.00pm-5.00pm Contact: F.E. McWilliam Gallery and Studio 200 Newry Road, Banbridge, Co. Down BT32 3NB T: +44 (0) 28 4062 3322 |
| Fergusons Irish Linen Centre, Banbridge | |
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A visit to Thomas Ferguson Irish Linen offers visitors a rare opportunity to see Irish linen at its various stages of production. These include design, weaving, specialist cutting and hemming and ornamenting. The Ferguson Irish Linen Centre tells the story of linen production through interpretative material. Visitors can purchase products from the Centre's fabulous linen collections. The Linen Centre is open to the public and no appointment is necessary. Opening Times: Monday-Thursday 9.00am - 4.30pm Friday 9.00am - 12.15pm Closed for lunch 12.30pm - 1.15pm Factory Tours are also available at a cost of £6.00 per person (discounts are available for groups). The tour lasts for about 45 minutes and is not suitable for children under 7 years. Appointments are recommended for tours. Contact: Fergusons Irish Linen Centre 54 Scarva Road, Banbridge, Co. Down BT32 3QD T: 028 4062 3491 |