Council Aiming to Increase Sports and Physical Activity Participation 10 September 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is to pilot a new initiative aimed at encouraging people to get more involved in sport and physical activity across the district. The project will focus on increasing participation amongst women and girls, children and young people,...

Mega Yacht SeaDream II Calls at Warrenpoint Harbour 8 September 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has welcomed the arrival of the luxury mega yacht SeaDream II to Warrenpoint Harbour, further strengthening the district's reputation as a destination for high-end cruise tourism and maritime visitors. The mega yacht, operated by...

Council Relaunches Exercise Referral Programme to Support Those with Cancer 8 September 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has relaunched its cancer exercise referral programme, which will commence at leisure centres in Newry and Downpatrick in September. The 12-week programme - which supports the Council’s healthy living objectives by promoting...

Eats & Beats Serves Up a Memorable Weekend of Food and Live Music 7 September 2026 Thousands of food and music lovers descended on Newcastle at the weekend as the popular Eats & Beats Festival returned to Donard Park on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September. Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Mourne Mountains, the two-day festival brought...