We have just had a brilliant tour of Cloughey with Brigid. The tour of the bay fabwas in the sunshine and we loved the chance to explore Kirkistown Castle Thank you to Brigid for taking time to engage our children with lots of interesting facts and wildlife spotting.
Jemma Malloney
Just spent a really enjoyable day with Brigid learning all about the incredible monastic history of the Ards Peninsula. There is so much to learn about this area and Brigid is so knowledgeable and passionate about sharing it. Really really good day out.
Denise O’Hagan
The tour of Slanes Graveyard was a real eye opener thanks to Brigid. Her knowledge of the area and history of the ‘’residents’’ made for an entertaining and enjoyable time. It is all to easy to stroll around looking at headstones when gathering information for the family tree but if you want the history behind the words I would really recommend this tour. Brigid also provided valuable information work already done on County Down headstone recording which has helped me move a generation further back on my family tree.
Bob Moore
This was the third trip to Ireland for my husband and me, but a first for the other 15 family members who were with us–7 adults and 6 youngsters between the ages of 12 and 17. We initially chose the Ards Peninsula because my father’s ancestors lived there, but it turned out to be a great destination all on its own merits. The whole family stayed at the beautiful Cairn Bay Lodge in Bangor. On one full day we had an excellent personalized tour with local guide Brigid Watson of Ards Peninsula Tours. We would never have found all the places she took us, and we enjoyed having her tell us about the history, geography, and geology of the peninsula. When she learned of my interest in genealogy, she followed up with an email containing several websites where I might find additional information. She also checked some cemetery listings on my behalf. The five stars are well-deserved all around. The area is vibrant without crowds, people are friendly and welcoming, and the scenery is breath-taking.
Cheers!
Jean Woolley
“Just back from a fantastic day out on an Ards Peninsula tour. It was a very enjoyable day. Brigid Watson, our guide was excellent and very informative. I would recommend it to anyone. I discovered places I never knew existed and I have been for a drive around the Peninsula many times.”
Jacqui Armstrong