🌊 The Smugglers Cruise on the St Brendan
Friday 1st August | Part of the Sails & Sounds FestivalStrangford Lough – Authentic, Local, Unforgettable
Step aboard for a truly authentic Northern Irish experience as we sail the hidden smuggling routes of Strangford Lough — once travelled by pirates, whiskey runners, and sea rogues. In partnership with the award-winning Copeland Distillery in Donaghadee, this is more than a cruise — it’s a journey through history, flavour, and folklore.
🧭 What’s Included – All for just £30:
- 2-hour guided cruise along historic smuggling routes
- 4 premium spirit tastings from Copeland (rum, whiskey, gin & vodka)
- 4 drinks tokens for onboard enjoyment
- Talk and tasting session with Copeland’s own Laura, who will share the stories, flavours, and origins behind each handcrafted spirit
- Local nibbles to complement your drinks
- Traditional music, lively storytelling, and great craic guaranteed
- Live tales from a local seanchaí (Irish storyteller) and historian, bringing the myths and legends of the lough to life
🍹 Whether you're a curious traveller or a spirited local, this bespoke experience is a must-do for anyone wanting to explore Strangford Lough like never before — through flavour, folklore, and fun.
📦 Love what you taste? You’ll have the chance to order your favourite Copeland spirits on the day and have them delivered straight to your door.
⚓ Spaces are limited – book early and be part of the legend!
