Hillsborough Castle, Georgian mansion in Royal Hillsborough, Northern Ireland
Hillsborough Castle displays Georgian architecture with State Rooms, including the Throne Room and Red Room decorated with silk damask fabric walls.
The British government purchased the mansion from the seventh Marquess of Downshire in 1922 to establish an official residence in Northern Ireland.
The castle maintains a collection of diplomatic gifts and artifacts received during international visits, reflecting centuries of political relationships.
Visitors can explore the estate through guided tours, which include access to formal gardens, woodlands, and the eighteenth-century Walled Garden.
The grounds contain numerous trees planted by notable figures, including one from 1925 by the Duke of Abercorn, first governor of Northern Ireland.
Location: Small Park
Location: Northern Ireland
Inception: 18 century
Architectural style: Georgian architecture
Address: Hillsborough Castle, The Square, Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AG BT26 6AG
Website: http://hrp.org.uk/hillsborough-castle
GPS coordinates: 54.46120,-6.08609
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:14
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