Navan Centre & Fort

19/06/2026

Navan Centre & Fort was the venue for the launch of the first-ever Heritage Strategy for Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough! 🎉

This 10 year plan sets out how we’ll protect, celebrate and invest in our rich and diverse heritage for future generations. Shaped by input from over 10,000 people, the strategy reflects what heritage truly means to our communities – from historic places and landscapes to traditions and stories.

Looking ahead, we’ll be working with partners to bring the strategy to life through new initiatives including a small heritage grants scheme, a heritage network, and support for key projects across our borough. As the first designated Heritage Place in Northern Ireland, we’re proud to take this important step in unlocking the potential of our local heritage.
Read more 👉 https://orlo.uk/TOJnc

15/06/2026

☀️ Discover the stories of our ancient past this Summer at Navan Centre & Fort, Armagh!

🛡️ Walk in the footsteps of great heroes and warriors as you visit Navan Fort (Emain Mhacha), hear epic tales and experience what life was like 2000 years ago!

✨ Regular guided tours - Legendary Navan Fort walking tour to the ancient site, Meet the Warriors family orientated weekend tours and throughout July & August discover our Tales & Traditions: Living History tours!

🔥 Don’t miss the spectacular burning of our 30 feet sculpture in the Wickerman Gathering on 1st August.

🎟️ Full details & bookings for all events at NavanCentre.com

09/06/2026

05/06/2026

🌿 Weave the Wickerman! Fire up your creativity – help build the Wickerman at Navan Centre & Fort, Armagh!

As we prepare for The Wickerman Gathering (which takes place on 1st August), we're calling on you to help craft its spectacular centre piece – a towering 30-foot Wickerman – through a series of hands-on weaving workshops.

Led by willow weaver Heather McDermott, these immersive sessions offer a rare opportunity to learn traditional skills and contribute to a powerful cultural celebration.

Workshop Dates:

Saturday 13 June, 10:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-3:00pm
Friday 19 June, 10:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-3:00pm
Saturday 20 June, 10:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-3:00pm
Friday 26 June, 10:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-3:00pm
Saturday 27 June, 10:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-3:00pm

🎟️Full details and booking for workshops and the main Wickerman Gathering (1st August) at NavanCentre.com

03/06/2026

☀️ Step into summer at Navan Centre & Fort and discover one of Ireland’s most legendary landscapes.

Join our summer guided tours, take time to walk the ancient grounds of Navan Fort, and soak up the stories, history and atmosphere of this remarkable site. As the longest day of the year approaches, don’t miss our enhanced Summer Solstice living history experience on 20 and 21 June, before the spectaular return of the Wickerman Gathering on 1 August.

🎟️ Full details of all tours and events at NavanCentre.com

02/06/2026

🦗 Action Grasshopper Summer Scheme at the Palace Stables, Armagh

☀️ Dates: Monday 3 – Friday 7 August 2026

⏰ Time: 10am – 4pm

Calling all young adventurers aged 5–12 years old! Join us at the Palace Stables for a week of non-stop fun at our Action Grasshopper Summer Scheme – every day is packed with excitement and creativity!

Activities include: Creative Crafts, Summer Games , Badge-Making, Orienteering, Camping & Cooking … and so much more!

🎟️ Book now at the What's On section of NavanCentre.com, with 10% discount when booked before 12th July!

🤩 If you are a group leader and looking for Summer Scheme ideas for your group, why not consider one led by our Education team? Options include Orienteering (suitable for ages 7-15 years old), Ecology/Tree Tales (suitable for ages 4-11 years old) or Storytelling (suitable for ages 4-7 years old) with availability throughout July and August. To enquire about any of these group Summer Schemes, please email [email protected]

01/06/2026

📜 Tales & Traditions: Living History Tours – epic experiences that the whole family will love this Summer at Navan Centre & Fort! ☀️

🤩 Throughout July and August, every day brings new adventures, with our 12:30pm tour having a different theme each day:

Tuesdays -Archaeology Day

Curious minds will love this interactive workshop uncovering life in the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages. Learn about ancient tools, artefacts and how archaeologists unlock the secrets of the past — then journey through time with costumed guides. Perfect for curious children and budding historians!

Wednesdays – Food Day

Discover the ancient secrets of Celtic cuisine! From hunting wild boar to making butter and baking bread, learn of the techniques used in the Iron Age. You can get hands-on with prehistoric food preparation and learn how to make your own bread! See a live cooking demonstration with fire pits and ancient tools!

Thursdays – Myths and Legends Day

Epic tales brought to life! Step into the world of ancient Irish mythology with spellbinding stories of Cu Chulainn, Queen Maeve and many more! Young adventurers can create their own themed crafts to take home.

Fridays – Family Day

Friday is all about fun! With a mix of games, crafts, and hands-on history you can play ancient Celtic sports like hurling and javelin throwing, or take on our warrior trail! Ideal for families looking for variety and action!

Saturdays & Sundays – Meet the Warriors

Unleash your inner warrior, as you have your face painted and dress like a Celtic champion! Discover the skills required to succeed in battle – try your hand at throwing a spear and determine the most suitable weaponry to use, such as slings, swords, spears and shields! Great for family photos and unforgettable fun!

🎟️Book now at NavanCentre.com

29/05/2026

🔥 The Wickerman Gathering

Ignite your ancient spirit at Navan Centre & Fort’s celebration of the festival of Lughnasa, The Wickerman Gathering, on Saturday 1st August from 6:30pm-10:30pm!

As the clan marks the beginning of the harvest season, they will honour the Celtic Sun God, Lugh, with the awe-inspiring spectacle of a 30-foot Wickerman set ablaze in a dramatic fire ceremony!

🎟️ For full details and booking, please see bit.ly/wickerman2026 or the What's On section of NavanCentre.com

27/05/2026

☀️ Our Celts are making the most of this good weather and working hard in preparation for the Summer festival of Lughnasa, the Wickerman Gathering. Join one of our daily tours where you may find them stone carving, tending to the herb and plant beds, preparing their weappnry for battle or regaling you with their stories. 🎟️ For full details and booking please see NavanCentre.com