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Formerly named after its original owner, The Marquis of Downshire, this charming 18th century pub is now a sister establishment to that great dining pub, Balloo House in Killinchy (GCGuides 2009 Pub of the Year). Following an extensive refurb, it re-opened as The Parson ...

Here in the village of Lisbane, close to the shores of Strangford Lough, one of County Down’s prettiest little treasures is to be found at the thatch-roofed Old Post Office, which dates back to the 1840’s. Having lain derelict for many years, this listed bui ...

This famous old 19th century coaching inn fell into great hands when Ronan and Jennie Sweeney took it over in 2004. With extensive experience in the hospitality industry behind them, they were determined to restore Balloo’s reputation as one of the finest country ...

Originally the Curran family home, this popular and well-located establishment dates back to 1791 and, in recent times, has earned a reputation for fine food, under the guidance of Paula Mahon, (née Curran). Today, it not only has a 60-seater restaurant, a comfo ...