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The Hillside

21 Main Street, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 2AE
The Hillside

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The Hillside is a charming, rustic pub situated in the historic village of Royal Hillsborough, County Down, only 15 minutes drive from Belfast city centre. The Hillside first opened its doors in 1752 and has been enjoying a busy trade since, thanks to an excellent food and drinks selection and the friendly, welcoming service.

The Hillside is renowned for their homely roaring open fires with a peaceful atmosphere in winter and their quaint and pretty cobbled stone beer garden in the summer. 

The Hillside is dog friendly, so why not mid walk call into The Hillside grab a drink and sit outside in the heated beer garden with your dog and enjoy the cozy, warm cobbled garden while while having some craic with the locals. 

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