Location: Banbridge
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Banbridge (/bænˈbrɪdʒ/ ban-BRIJ) is a town in County Down, Northern Ireland. It lies on the River Bann and the A1 road and is named after a bridge built over the River Bann in 1712. It is situated in the civil parish of Seapatrick and the historic barony of Iveagh Upper, Upper Half. The town began as a coaching stop on the road from Belfast to Dublin and thrived from Irish linen manufacturing. The town is the headquarters for Banbridge District Council. It had a population of 16,653 people in the 2011 Census.
Restaurants in Banbridge
1. F E McWilliam Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By Z2332XDlindap - Banbridge, United Kingdom
A little centre of excellence! If you are looking for a venue to meet friends for coffee and treats, to a fabulous breakfast or lunch, this famous centre of Art and exhibitions is the place. Spacious parking and just off the roundabout near The Boulevard and on route to Dublin or Belfast - stop! See FE McWilliams legacy sculptures as well as travelling art exhibitions or to stop at the tourist advice centre and finish with a treat to eat - try this!!!!
2. Fergusons Irish Linen Factory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Visit the last remaining Irish Linen weaver - Thomas Ferguson Irish Linen 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, hemming and ornamenting. In our beautiful Linen Centre you can learn about the rich history of Irish Linen. We also offer a tour around the factory where you can see the actual production of our linens-sewer's busy finishing unique tablecloths, weavers mastering the art of weaving and the thoughtful packaging process. Our knowledgeable tour guide will bring you closer the real history of Irish Linen. Please book a tour in advanced via email or call our factory and ask for Nigel Spiers. The Linen Centre also offers a unique shopping opportunity with a whole collection of lovely linen products you can choose from- tablecloths, bedsheets, handkerchiefs and more!
3. Banbridge Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.
4. Solitude Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By joseph_mcneill - Newry, United Kingdom
Solitude park has far developed from it's initial days. Built around the River Bann in the town made famous as the first town with a flyover bridge in Ireland known as 'the cut' and in the famous song 'The Star of the County Down' the park now accommodate a large open air concert area, beautiful walkways, bridges and an extensive children's play area complete with an array of various swings, slides and climbing areas which leads out to the large out of town Tesco store. Well worth a visit to chill out and relax.
5. The Boulevard Banbridge
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 259 reviews
The Boulevard Banbridge is a retail outlet village offering designer and high street brands always with up to 30% - 70% off rrp. The store line up features Guess, Jack Wills, Adidas, M&S Outlet, Next Clearance, GAP Outlet and Nike Factory Store, as well as exclusive fashion names such as L.K.Bennett and Jaeger. With Starbucks, Linen Hill, Costa Coffee, BB Muffins, McDonalds and Burger King, it's also the perfect place to call in for something to eat. . Just 25 minutes south of Belfast & 10 minutes north of Newry on the A1, we offer 1500 free parking spaces and free wi-fi.
Reviewed By 574carolinem - Castlebellingham, Ireland
Hi, What can I say, it's just the most friendly and most welcoming place that I have ever been to.. There is a small toy shop located at the edge of the mall, the manager couldn't have done enough for me. She phoned a lot of stores for me and has made Christmas for my 7 year old daughter. This very special item is sold out in all of the Irish Isle and this beautiful staff member went out of her way and gave the time to source this item for me. This staff member, in my opinion, deserves soo much more than the recognition that I can give. There are not that many in this world, that would make a little girls Christmas and this manager has. I certainly will be back and I will also mention same to my friends. .Overall, this retail park is very convenient in location, is easy to get round, no crowds and very friendly and of course very helpful.If I could give them a better rating I would.
