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The Return of the Native

Down Arts Centre, 2 - 6 Irish Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6BP
The Return of the Native

About

An Exploration of Fate, Society, and Nature. Thomas Hardy's "The Return of the Native" is a profound exploration of human desires and the indomitable forces that shape destiny.

Set against the haunting backdrop of Egdon Heath, the novel tells the story of Eustacia Vye, a young woman whose passionate longing for escape and fulfilment drives the narrative inevitably towards it's tragic conclusion.

With live music, high energy, multi role playing, humour and inventiveness, yet another English classic novel is brought wonderfully to life—Hotbuckle style!

Facilities

Accessibility

  • All areas accessible to disabled visitors

Event Facilities

  • Booking Required

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult£18.00 per ticket
Concession£16.00 per ticket

Please contact the organiser for any further information that's required.

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Opening Times

Season (16 May 2026)
DayTimes
Saturday19:00 - 22:00

What's Nearby

  1. Located in the heart of Downpatrick, Down Arts Centre manages the Season Programme and is…

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

Directions from Town: Follow the A7 from Belfast or the A25 from Clough into Downpatrick town centre, drive straight to the T junction at the end of Market Street and turn left. Down Arts Centre is a large red brick building with a clock tower on the right hand side, on the corner of Irish and Scotch Street. There are several paid and display car parks in the near vicinity and some on-street parking nearby.

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