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What's On: Family Day out at Bullsbrook Farm, birds-spotting by sea at Rathlin and more

Join an RSPB NI Rathlin warden for a tour of Rathlin Island from the water
Join an RSPB NI Rathlin warden for a tour of Rathlin Island from the water Join an RSPB NI Rathlin warden for a tour of Rathlin Island from the water

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THE Family Day out at Bullsbrook Farm during the Bank of Ireland Open Farm Weekend on June 15 and 16 hopes to attract upwards of 16,000 visitors from rural and urban areas. 21 participating farms will also have fun activities throughout the weekend such as petting farms, pony rides, competitions, live music and demonstrations.

ARMAGH

Discover the ancient Chinese practice of Qi Gong with Fiona Jennings this Sunday at the Elmfield Institute, Gilford. Find out how to give your body, breath and mind a full workout, at your own pace and level. This class is suitable for all.

FERMANAGH

The USPCA is recruiting participants to climb the stunning Stairway to Heaven Cuilcagh Boardwalk on Sunday June 16. Cuilcagh is 665 metres high and is located on the border between Fermanagh and Cavan. It is the highest point in both counties. The starting point for the Cuilcagh boardwalk is at the Marble Arch Caves at 11.30am.

TYRONE

A charity Tractor and Truck Run will leave Kinturk Cultural Centre on Sunday June 15 at 5pm in Aid of Macmillan Nurses. This will be followed by a barbecue and dance in Kinturk Cultural Centre at 8pm with music by Tiny Lions. Admission is £10.

DERRY

Join the Everglades Hotel on Sunday June 16 from 12.30pm to 3pm for a Father's Day Medieval Banquet Sunday Lunch with a selection of live performers, including a Court Jester. Adults £28, children £16, with a gift for every dad.

ANTRIM

This Saturday June 15, join RSPB NI Rathlin warden Liam McFaul on board a specially chartered boat to enjoy a tour of Rathlin Island from the water. Setting off from Rathlin Harbour, look out for gannets, gulls and guillemots. Keep your eyes peeled for seals and eider ducks too – they can often be seen lazing around the harbour. In summer, seabirds including puffins, guillemots, razorbills, kittiwakes and fulmars gather in their thousands to jostle for space. Please book ferry to and from Rathlin prior to booking.

BELFAST

Belcycle is back: Belfast's family-friendly festival dedicated to all things cycling will take place on Saturday June 15 at CS Lewis Square in east Belfast. Be inspired to get on your bike – whatever your age or ability – and join in this free festival.