Get set for a scrumptious summer as a transformed Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, County Down, invites visitors to its first ever food festival, from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 July 2019. Hosted in partnership with BBC Good Food and supported by Tourism Northern Ireland, tickets are now on sale for the Hillsborough Castle and Gardens Food Festival, giving visitors the chance to discover an array of local flavours and aromas. Set in 100 acres of stunning Castle grounds, visitors can enjoy a majestic day out, only 1 hour 45 minutes from Dublin, shopping from mouth-watering local food and drink producers. Visit the Discover Northern Ireland Tasting Theatre hosted by leading Northern Ireland chef Paula McIntyre and explore the array of artisan produce, street food and pop-up bars with the stunning Castle as a backdrop. Enjoy live cookery demonstrations, with top culinary tips from local and international chefs, including Nadiya Hussain, Dr Rupy Aujla and Chris Bavin – with more names to be announced. There’ll also be music and kids’ entertainment on the bandstand, adding to the family festival atmosphere. To book tickets and for more information on Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, visit hrp.org.uk/hillsborough-castle