Top Northern Ireland Dining Experiences

Experience one of Belfast’s most unique comedy nights at Craic The Gong, hosted at The Spaniard in the Cathedral Quarter. This interactive show runs every Wednesday and Sunday, plus the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. This is not a typical stand-up show. Comedians take to the stage, but if they don’t win over the crowd, they risk being “gonged” off early. The power is in your hands, making every show fast-paced, unpredictable, and completely different every time. Enjoy a lively atmosphere in an intimate venue, with a mix of rising talent, seasoned performers, and unexpected moments throughout the night. Whether you’re visiting Belfast or looking for something different, this experience guarantees big laughs and a night you won’t forget.

Extended Access: 90-minutes of immersion. Expert Led: Led by our Whisky specialists. Private Tasting Suite: Escape the crowds into an intimate, high-end environment within the prisons historic A-Wing. The Collectors Advantage: Exclusive opportunity to buy Distillery exclusive release with personalised advice from your guide.

Step inside the historic home of McConnell's Distillery for a true taste of Belfast. This experience combines a traditional Belfast Cream Tea with a visit to one of Ireland's most distinctive whisky destinations, set within the beautifully restored A-Wing of the former Crumlin Road Gaol. You'll enjoy local Northern Irish treats in what is often described as the most atmospheric distillery setting in Ireland, where centuries of Belfast history meet modern whisky-making

Join Sam, your guide, on our quest to discover the ultimate spirit. Our bar is stocked exclusively with single cask, single malt whisk(e)y from the greatest bottlers in the world. We are looking for explorers and those curious to discover the extraordinary. You need not work in the drinks industry, drink from crystal decanters or have discovered a lost distillery. While pleasure-seeking continually inspires our exploration, we aim to uncover authentic intelligence so that we might succeed in our endeavour.

The Nourish Day Retreat is a carefully curated experience designed to guide you through movement, stillness, nature, and recovery — all set within the peaceful surroundings of Ballyburren.