T.P. Flanagan and Seamus Heaney on display at Ulster University for Art Unwrapped 2025

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Ulster University is delighted to announce the eighth annual Art Unwrapped exhibition, a treasured holiday tradition showcasing rarely seen artworks gifted to the city of Belfast from the national collection.

Launched at an event with Belfast Lord Mayor at the Belfast campus on the afternoon of 27 November, this year the university will be exhibiting two inspiring artworks by Enniskillen born T.P Flanagan and a poem written for him by the celebrated Irish poet Seamus Heaney.

Exhibition Details

  • Dates: 28 November 2025 to 22 December 2025
  • Location: Art Gallery, McCracken Building (Block BC),Ulster University Belfast Campus, 2-24 York Street, Belfast, BT15 1AP
  • Admission: Free, with guided interpretive tours led by Fine Art Students of Belfast School of Art. Walk-ins are welcome during our opening hours. Tickets available via Eventbrite   

Art Unwrapped 2025 invites Northern Ireland residents and visitors to immerse themselves in two breathtaking artworks by T.P Flanagan Autumn Lough, 1961  and Weir on the Blackwater River, County Cork, 1993  from the collection of the Ulster Museum will be showcased in an intimate gallery setting, where attendees will explore the paintings’ rich context and underlying themes, guided by students of Fine Art from the Belfast School of Art. In a unique addition, this year’s exhibition will also feature “Bogland” a poem composed by Seamus Heaney for the artist.

This initiative, a collaboration between Ulster University, Belfast City Council, and National Museums NI, has brought iconic art pieces closer to the public for the past seven years. Previous years have seen artworks like Gerard Dillon’s “Innishlacken Couple”, Jack Butler Yeats’ “On Through the Silent Lands” and a collection featuring Margaret Clarke and Catherine McWilliams come to the university for the Christmas period.

Kathryn Thomson, Chief Executive of National Museums NI, says they look forward to sharing another Italian art moment with the public:

“Art Unwrapped has become a much-loved festive tradition for National Museums NI. Every year it provides a special opportunity to see a painting from the national art collection at the Ulster Museum somewhere unique and unexpected. This initiative highlights the power of working in partnership to do something different and make art more accessible to wider audiences.”

Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Tracy Kelly said:

“Art Unwrapped is a special Christmas gift to the city. Belfast City Council is delighted to have collaborated with National Museums NI and Ulster University for the eighth consecutive year on this innovative project because it’s raising both the profile and our appreciation of the visual arts. It’s fantastic to see Art Unwrapped grow in popularity and reach year on year – and it’s another great reason to visit and enjoy the city centre over the festive period. The schools outreach element is a particularly welcome way of inspiring our young people to explore their talent and passion for art and creativity.”

Professor Cathy-Gormley Heenan, University Provost at Ulster University said:

“Art Unwrapped is not just an exhibition but a celebration of art and culture during the festive season. The vision of Professor Rafaella Folli in Ulster, we are proud to continue this tradition, now in its eighth year, offering a unique opportunity for the local community to engage with and appreciate significant works of art, like these wonderful T.P Flanagan pieces we have been generously gifted this year by Ulster Museum. We welcome everyone to our campus to come appreciate these impressive works of art.”

With student-led tours and school outreach programmes designed to inspire and educate the next generation of artists and art enthusiasts, Art Unwrapped is more than just an art exhibition.  Ulster University invites the public to experience these pieces up close and personal this festive season.

For more information, visit: www.ulster.ac.uk/artunwrapped

10 things to do in Northern Ireland

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Here are ten exciting things to do 1 – 7 December.

 

  1. Enchanted Winter Garden at Antrim Castle Gardens, County Antrim, 28 November – 30 December. Antrim Castle Gardens will be transformed into a glistening festive wonderland once again. Among the highlights is the debut of the Enchanted Tree Choir, a new attraction that will see the trees of the forest brought to life. With an expanded funfair, Enchanted Grotto, Festive Food Fayre and Twinkling Light Trail, the resident fairies have made it an experience to remember. Bookings will be available every 30 minutes from 16:30-19:30.
  2. A Magical Christmas Experience at Titanic Belfast, Belfast, 28 November – 23 December. Watch the excitement unfold as Father Christmas and his Elves count down to their favourite night of the year on a guided tour of their Magical Christmas Experience. Meet your Elf guide, visit the Enchanted Forest, Elves Workshop, Mrs Claus’ Kitchen before meeting Father Christmas on a journey to the North Pole.
  3. Christmas at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, 29 November – 4 January. This festive season, step into a world of Christmas magic as The Snowman™ and The Snowdog come to life at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Wander through 100 acres of wintry wonder on a charming outdoor trail featuring beautifully hand-painted Snowdogs. Discover sculptures and one iconic Snowman™, inspired by the beloved animated film. Make your day even more special and explore the castle’s beautifully decorated rooms filled with festive cheer.
  4. Christmas at Marble Arch Caves, County Fermanagh, 1 December – 4 January. Step into the nearby woodland for Elf Escape, Heroes vs Villains on an elf-tastic quest (£4pp) or visit Mrs Claus’s Cottage for a special storytime. Marble Arch Caves are offering Guided Cave Tours of the subterranean underworld from 1-23 December (10:00 to 15:30) and for those home for the holidays from 27-31 December, running from 11:00 to 15:00.
  5. Christmas at W5, Belfast, 29 November – 23 December. From magical storytelling sessions and indoor snowball fights to festive quizzes and creative crafts, there’s something to fill every heart with holiday cheer at W5. Make your way to Santa’s Workshop in AMAZE, where cheerful elves will reveal the Naughty or Nice List before guiding families to a glowing grotto for a special one-on-one moment with Santa himself, complete with a gift and photo opportunity to treasure.
  6. Christmas Wonderland, Jungle NI, Moneymore, County Londonderry, 29-30 November; 5-7, 11-14, 16-23 December. The Jungle becomes a twinkling world of festive wonder, where every path sparkles and every corner hides a little Christmas cheer. Families can wander through the enchanted woodland, meet Santa and his merry elves, hop on the Jungle Express and get transported through the magical forest, with the good company of Buddy The Join in on the all singing, all dancing Stage Show, adventure activities, toasted marshmallows with the Elves and visit the woodland farm.
  7. Santa Trail, Glenpark Estate, County Tyrone, 5-22 December. Step into a winter wonderland where sparkling lights, festive music, and the scent of Christmas fill the air. Meet Santa in his cosy grotto and some Christmas creatures on the farm, enjoy shortbread and hot chocolate for all the family followed by the essential ride on the festive tractor with crafts and surprises for the kids.
  8. Lisburn Twilight Market, County Antrim, 5 December. The market will be filled with the sounds, sights and tastes of Christmas. Enjoy a hot drink and bite to eat from one of the award-winning vendors. Stroll among the bustling mix of artists, crafters, health and beauty and homeware providers. Santa himself just might find time in his busy schedule to pop along for a chat or bring his elves for some Christmas crafting!
  9. Deck the Doors wreath making workshop, Long Meadow Cider, Portadown, County Armagh, 6 December. Get into the festive spirit at Bramley Barn with a creative Christmas wreath-making workshop. Guided step-by-step, you’ll learn how to design and build your own beautiful wreath from scratch using a mix of seasonal foliage, dried flowers, seed heads, berries, ribbons, and more. With all tools and materials provided, you’ll have everything you need to craft a unique piece that will brighten your home throughout the festive season. Sip on warm spiced apple juice or a glass of cider and enjoy seasonal nibbles as you create!
  10. North Coast and Glens Christmas Market, County Antrim, 5 December. Naturally North Coast & Glens (NNCG) are an award-winning, community market celebrating the best of our local food, culture, heritage, and traditions. Special Christmas Markets will be held in Ballymoney on December 5th and Roe Valley on December 6th from 11am.

 

 

For more information on what’s on, or to plan your next giant adventure in Northern Ireland, visit discovernorthernireland.com. Subject to availabilities with select dates.

Jacqueline shares her pick of what’s on this week/weekend across NI

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Antrim

Northern Ireland’s Premier Christmas Event is Back!

Expect bigger and brighter lights, more exciting sites and four additional nights.

From 28 November until 30 December, Antrim Castle Gardens will be transformed into a glistening, festive wonderland once again. The resident fairies have a few new ideas of how to make Enchanted Winter Garden more magical than ever before. But the true magic? You’ll have to come and see for yourself.

Find out more HERE

Armagh

Be our guest this Christmas at The Market Place Theatre’s furry-tale pantomime spectacular, ‘Beauty and The Beast’. Prepare yourself for a tale as old as time, but told in a way you won’t have seen the like of before!

Find out more HERE

Belfast

The mischievous and brave Jack Frost, must join forces with a team of extraordinary friends to protect the season from the forces of darkness. Alongside his enchanted friends—his loyal guardian Saint Nicholas, Jon the talking snowman, Hoot the owl, and Neve the snow angel, Jack embarks on a thrilling quest. The Mac, Belfast.

Find out more HERE

Down

Discover a beautiful selection of handcrafted gifts and artwork made by over 20 talented local artists and crafters at Made in AND : Pop Up Christmas Shop!

Find out more HERE

Fermanagh

As part of Share Sessions fundraising live shows, Share Discovery Village presents Thunder Rolls – Garth Brooks Tribute!

Find out more HERE

Derry/Londonderry

Limavady Drama Club in collaboration with Chloe Riley Drama, is thrilled to announce its forthcoming musical production of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ by L.Frank Baum. Roe Valley Arts Centre, Limavady.

Find out more HERE

Tyrone

Experience the ultimate Christmas celebration this holiday season with Santa’s SuperShow Live in STRABANE!

Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa’s SuperShow is coming to town this winter! Join in with Santa Claus and his favourite friends, as they save Christmas!

Find out more HERE

 

10 things to do in Northern Ireland

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Here are ten exciting things to do 24 – 30 November

 

  1. Armagh Georgian Weekend, Armagh, County Armagh, 27 – 30 November. Step back in time as the Georgian Festival returns to Armagh. Delve into the Georgian history of Armagh through the buildings, characters and customs of the latter half of the 18th Century. Armagh Georgian Festival promises to be a weekend which brings the city’s Georgian history and stories to life, where you can uncover some of our city’s hidden gems and take part in a range of activities and experiences.
  2. Friendship Four at The SSE Arena, Belfast, 28 – 29 November. Set to take place at The SSE Arena, the Rochester Institute of Technology, Sacred Heart University, Miami University, and Union College will go head-to-head for the coveted Belpot Trophy, which was last won by Boston University in 2024. For local ice hockey and sports fans, the tournament provides a rare opportunity to see four top U.S. college teams go head-to-head in the heart of Belfast.
  3. Thanksgiving at Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh, County Tyrone, 29 – 30 November. Join the Partridges of Slippery Rock in the Folk Park’s Western Pennsylvania Log House as they prepare their turkey dinner and eagerly await the return of their only son, Joseph, an infantryman in the Union Army. This performance will take place several times throughout the day, so you’ll have multiple opportunities to catch it. Sample traditional Thanksgiving food like Succotash, try your hand at American games and enjoy toe-tappin’ live music.
  4. Christmas at The Ballance House, Glenavy, County Antrim, 29 November. Lots of festive fun and flavour awaits you – visit Santa & his elf in the Parlour by lamplight and a warming turf fire. There’ll be plenty of free Christmas fun in their kids barn with take-away crafting decorations. Start your Christmas shopping in their craft market and enjoy soup and mince pies in the tea barn. Plus, the special musical guest is Kellswater Band, while a piper will start the Christmas Fair.
  5. Ballycastle Christmas Market at The Marine Hotel, Ballycastle, County Antrim, 30 November (and 14 December). A fabulous festive fanfare is in store for all. The market will be festooned with artisan treats galore, quirky gift ideas, sumptuous, handcrafted treats, and much more. The market will be filled to bursting with eclectic treasures, delicious seasonal temptations and quirky handcrafted gifts from the very finest artisans.
  6. Mission Santa at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, Armagh, County Armagh, 29 November – 23 December. It’s a real code red. Join their E.L.F. crew on Mission Santa and blast off on a Christmas adventure. Your out-of-this-world adventure will include admission to a full-dome show in the dome theatre, help save Santa inside mission control during a live theatrical show, along with a visit to see Santa, a present for each child and a printed family photograph.
  7. Christmas at W5, Belfast, 29 November – 23 December. Step into a world of wonder as the spirit of the season takes over every corner of W5. From magical storytelling sessions and indoor snowball fights to festive quizzes and creative crafts, there’s something to fill every heart with holiday cheer.
  8. Christmas Art & Craft Fair with North Down Craft Collective at WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Comber, County Down, 30 November. Meet local artists and makers and shop their beautiful, handmade craft pieces. From textiles to ceramics, paintings to prints, and plenty more in between, it’s the perfect opportunity to find unique and thoughtful Christmas gifts.
  9. Christmas Wonderland at The Jungle NI, Moneymore, County Londonderry, 29 – 30 November and 5 –7, 11-14, 16 – 23 December. The Jungle becomes a twinkling world of festive wonder, where every path sparkles and every corner hides a little Christmas cheer. Families can wander through their enchanted woodland, meet Santa and his merry elves, and soak up the glow of dazzling lights and joyful laughter.
  10. The Spirit of Christmas Lunch Experience at The Boatyard Distillery, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, 26 November – 19 December. Treat your colleagues, friends, or family to a festive experience that’s fun, indulgent, and perfectly timed for busy schedules. Their Christmas distillery soirée offers a sophisticated, stress-free way to celebrate the season, all in just three hours.

For more information on what’s on, or to plan your next giant adventure in Northern Ireland, visit discovernorthernireland.com. Subject to availabilities with select dates.

 

Discover NI’s Offers of the Week

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The Lodge Hotel, Coleraine, County Londonderry

 

Embrace the crisp air and golden hues of the season with the Lodge Hotel’s Autumn Escape Getaway, from £115 per room (based on two adults sharing). Stay in one of their comfortable rooms and enjoy a bed and breakfast package designed to make your stay feel like a true seasonal treat. As part of your escape, you’ll receive a £15 dining credit per adult to use in their restaurant. Offer valid until 15 December. Visit www.thelodgehotel.com for more information. Ts and Cs apply.

Ballygally Castle Hotel, Ballygally, County Antrim

 

Relax and rejuvenate this winter with Ballygally Castle’s whiskey retreat package. From £125 per person, sink into your own slice of coastal calm. Unwind in the privacy of your charming room, complete with Netflix, and savour a complimentary miniature of McConnell’s Irish Whiskey while enjoying popcorn to share. Awake the next morning and enjoy a full Irish breakfast. Offer available until 31st December 2025. Visit https://www.ballygallycastlehotel.com/offers/ for more information.

 

For more inspiration or to plan your next adventure in Northern Ireland, visit www.discovernorthernireland.com.

Offers are correct at the time of publication and are subject to availability and change without notice. Terms and Conditions apply to each offer and can be viewed on the individual provider’s websites. Tourism NI acts as a promoter of third-party offers and accepts no responsibility for any changes, withdrawals, or inaccuracies made by providers. 

 

Mums at Work Elevate Your Business Event Returns to Belfast’s Merchant Hotel

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The Mums At Work Elevate Your Business event will return to Belfast this Thursday.

Following on from the success of their annual conference at the Tullyglass Hotel in Ballymena in March the Belfast event will once again highlight and celebrate the incredible work of businesswomen across Northern Ireland.

The Elevate your Business showcase was designed with working women in mind to enable them to make valuable local connections in business, increasing their brand visibility and opening doors for growth and referrals.

The Belfast instalment will take place in the Rita Duffy Suite at the Merchant Hotel on Thursday November 20 from 6:30pm.

Mums at Work was founded by Sinead Norton, a mother of seven and a passionate entrepreneur who wanted to create a network of women in business to form a supportive and uplifting community across all industries.

Sinead tragically lost her battle to Pancreatic cancer in November 2023, but left a powerful legacy behind. This has been carried on by her daughter, Danielle Norton, who has taken the helm of Mums at Work to continue providing businesswomen across Northern Ireland the opportunity to connect with each other and strengthen their community.

This year, the event will host a range of inspiring speakers from across Northern Ireland, including Sarah Lacey, founder of Nourish and Nurture, and Claire Boyle, founder of Groom the Groom.

Sarah will be sharing practical tips to manage stress and wellbeing in her talk, The Entrepreneur’s Toolkit: Stress-Busting Strategies for Success.

With over 20 years of experience in mental health and recently awarded Highly Commended for Excellence in Female Healthcare at the Private Healthcare Excellence Awards, she brings both lived experience and expertise to the stage.

Claire is a multi award winning businesswoman who has years of experience in male grooming and is the winner of several awards such as Men’s Stylist of the Year, 5-Star Barbers status, Male Grooming Venue of the Year, and a Mighty Women NI Award.

In her talk, Claire will talk about her entrepreneurial journey and will delve into how she built two thriving businesses while also balancing motherhood. 

She will also speak about the support that the Mums at Work Network provides, and how it helped her through one of the toughest periods of her life.

Speaking of the significance of Mums At Work and its respective gatherings Danielle said: “The purpose of the Elevate Your Business events is for women to have a chance to meet other women who are looking to grow their businesses. 

“It is a welcoming and supportive environment for women to feel comfortable and gain confidence. We hope the attendees will make new connections, receive referrals and increase their brand visibility. 

“We also hope they leave feeling inspired and motivated by our speakers who will give valuable insight and tips on how to take your business to the next level.”

For more information, to book a ticket or a stand at the Elevate Your Business event on November 20 go to eventbrite.co.uk

Belfast Agency Excalibur Press Strengthens Commitment To Accessibility & Neuroinclusion With JAM Card Certification

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(L-R) From left Excalibur Press staff Tina Calder (chief vision officer), Carole King (client liaison and business development), Alex Feher (managing director), Adam McBride (senior developer and digital transformation specialist), Lyndsey Hodgkinson (social media and video coordinator), Carly Curley (office manager) and Niamh Cooper (publicity and publishing assistant).

Belfast based communications company Excalibur Press have cemented their commitment to inclusion, accessibility and neuroinclusion by completing a company wide JAM (Just A Minute) Card certification.

The training, as part of the Belfast Business Promise programme, reinforces the ongoing work by the company to embrace and promote inclusion in their daily operations.

For Excalibur Press founder and Chief Vision Officer, Tina Calder it was a personal mission.

“Accessibility and neuroinclusion is massively important here at Excalibur Press,” she said.  

“Inclusivity isn’t a tick box exercise that you do and forget, it must be ingrained in the very fabric of your culture and team.

“As someone with ADHD and chronic pain conditions and who has staff, family, clients and friends with disability and neurodiversity I think it’s important for us, as a business, to show people that we are an empathetic and caring team.”

The Excalibur Press team’s ongoing commitment and passion for inclusivity is what drove them to seek out the training.

“Doing business should never be at the expense of being a good human, I don’t care what anyone says and, ultimately, no doubt I’ll pay the price for being so staunchly rigid on this but our values of integrity, honesty, respect, teamwork, creativity, innovation, education and inclusivity aren’t just fancy words in our handbook; they are the very fabric of who we are, what we stand for and why we do what we do every day.

“Like any business we understand there are limitations to what we can do within our available finance, resources and capacity, however, the Belfast Business Promise programme at Belfast City Council has made this achievement possible for our team and we’re immensely proud to now be JAM Card certificate holders.

“All businesses should strive for inclusivity where they can. Doing something is better than doing nothing. Continual improvement is important and being mindful of the needs of those around you.

“Neurodivergent and disabled people should not be expected to always ‘fit’ into an able-bodied, neurotypical world. As citizens, entrepreneurs, colleagues, family and friends we have a responsibility to reach out and be better.”

Tina said she’s proud her team is as committed to the company’s values and ethos of the training as she is.

“They weren’t just willing to embrace the JAM Card and its philosophy, they were motivated by our values and mission and, because of that, I’m proud to call them my team.

“Embracing accessibility and neuroinclusion isn’t just about ticking the boxes here, for us it’s the right thing to do and I personally believe it should be non-negotiable in business.”

Set up in 2017, Excalibur Press has grown from a solopreneur led journalism and media services business to a full multidisciplinary media, marketing and consulting firm with seven departments and a six-figure turnover.

Recently the business conducted a full restructure promoting Alexandra Feher to the newly created managing director role. The company now offers clients a holistic service offering covering everything from generalised marketing such as social media, PR, website development, video production, copywriting, crisis comms, research, event management and digital transformation to training, mentoring and consulting services such as entrepreneurial programme delivery and design, community outreach, business mentoring and media production and publishing.

Speaking of the JAM Card participation Alexandra said: “I am delighted to have overseen this initiative as one of my first projects as managing director at Excalibur Press. I believe it shows our clients, colleagues and community exactly who we are and what we’re about.

“In a time-starved economic landscape it’s easy to deprioritise things like training, continual development, accessibility and working on improving your services. 

“Very often we get caught in the hamster wheel of delivery and when working at capacity it can be hard to set aside time for things like the Belfast Business Promise and JAM Card.

“However, as a business that is no stranger to challenges, my team embraced this with positivity and we’re all proud to be able to display the JAM Card sign at our events and training.

“Not only did the team learn from the process but the getting our photos with our certificates and taking time out to discuss the process was a welcome break and opportunity to discuss issues such as accessibility, disability, neurodiversity and more.” 

The Belfast Business Promise contains eight pledges, driven by a commitment to making a better Belfast and shaping a better city for everyone.

For more information about Excalibur Press go to excaliburpress.co.uk 

Ulster-Scots Leid Week To Feature Six Hours Of New Programming Across Ireland

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A major new season of Ulster-Scots programming, including six hours of brand-new content will air from Monday 24th to Sunday 30th November as part of Ulster-Scots Leid Week, celebrating the language, music, and culture of the Ulster-Scots community.

The programming will be broadcast on That’s TV (Freeview Channel 7 / Virgin 159) in Northern Ireland and for the first time, will also be shown on Dublin Community Television (DCTV Virgin 802) and Cork Community Television (CCTV Virgin 803), extending the reach of Ulster-Scots stories to two million households across the island of Ireland.

At the heart of the schedule is the flagship documentary The Man Who Fell into Muttonburn Stream, premiering on Sunday 30th November.

A partnership showcasing Ulster-Scots culture

This new series marks the continuing partnership between NVTV and That’s TV who are commited to sharing authentic local stories and celebrating the cultural diversity of our communities. Through their partnership, now joined by Dublin Community Television and Cork Community Television, Ulster-Scots language and creativity will be showcased to an all-Ireland audience, connecting communities across regions and traditions.

Together, these stations will broadcast a wide-ranging selection of programmes exploring Ulster-Scots language, heritage, poetry, dance, and storytelling, offering new perspectives on identity and belonging.

Supported by the Ulster-Scots Broadcast Fund

The Ulster-Scots Broadcast Fund has played a central role in supporting this special schedule. The Fund champions high-quality productions that reflect Ulster-Scots life, ensuring that the voices, experiences and creativity of the community are shared with audiences both locally and internationally.

Its support has enabled the creation of new content that celebrates the shared cultural bonds between Ulster and Scotland, and between Ireland and America.

Six hours of new Ulster-Scots programming

As part of Leid Week, viewers will be able to watch six hours of new Ulster-Scots content, with a mix of documentary, discussion, music and storytelling. 

On Monday 24 November the schedule includes European Highland Dance 2025, in which dance teacher Georgina Kee-McCarter looks at how Highland dancing continues in Ulster-Scots communities, Gathering Together, where Helen Mark, Iona Fyfe and Anne McMaster focus on storytelling, song and poetry, and a short film on the Louise McIlroy blue plaque, marking Dame Louise McIlroy as the first woman Professor of Medicine. 

On Tuesday 25 November, the line-up features Charlotte Riddell, a portrait of the Ulster-Scots novelist on what would have been her 193rd birthday, Eva’s First Twelfth, which follows presenter Eva Jackson, who is sixteen and from England, as she experiences her first 12th of July and hears the stories behind the tradition, and The Hamely Tongue, filmed at the Linen Hall Library and centred on poetry, humour and the living Ulster-Scots language.

On Wednesday 26 November, Fragments of Scotch Language, curated by poet Maria McManus and featuring Pàdraig MacAoidh and Anne McMaster, looks at shared linguistic roots between Ulster and Scotland. On Thursday 27 and Friday 28 November, Ireland and America: 250th Anniversary (Parts 1 and 2) marks 250 years of links between Ireland and America from an Ulster-Scots perspective. The season concludes on Sunday 30 November with The Man Who Fell into Muttonburn Stream.

The Man Who Fell into Muttonburn Stream

A lyrical and reflective film, The Man Who Fell into Muttonburn Stream explores how memory, language and landscape intertwine within Ulster-Scots culture. Through rich imagery and poetic narration, the documentary traces connections between family, place and belonging with the stream itself serving as a metaphor for continuity and change. Blending local voices, music and archival material, the film invites viewers to rediscover the Ulster-Scots experience as something both deeply personal and universally human.

The Borough of Mid and East Antrim will host the premiere screening of The Man Who Fell into the Muttonburn Stream at Larne Museum & Arts Centre on Friday 28th November 2025 at 2.00pm, as part of the celebrations for Leid Week.

The premiere will include a post-screening discussion with the producer, Dean Hagan and presenter, David Hume, giving attendees a unique insight into the making of the film and the enduring influence of William Hume’s Ulster-Scots voice.

Dean Hagan of NVTV said: “Our ongoing partnership with That’s TV, now joined by Dublin and Cork Community Television, gives Ulster-Scots culture a new and exciting platform. With support from the Ulster-Scots Broadcast Fund, we are proud to share six hours of new programmes that bring language, landscape and heritage together, with The Man Who Fell into Muttonburn Stream as a central highlight of the week.”

Ulster-Scots Leid Week runs from Monday 24 to Sunday 30 November 2025 on That’s TV, Dublin Community Television and Cork Community Television. Full details and timings are available in local TV listings.

Discover NI’s Offers of the Week

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Culloden Estate and Spa, Cultra, County Down

 

As the days grow shorter, retreat to the warmth and comfort of the historic Culloden Estate. Enjoy an exclusive 15% discount and a complimentary upgrade to the next room category. Melt away tension in the spa, complemented by 10% off spa treatments and ESPA products. From £195 per room, available until 19th December 2025. Visit https://www.cullodenestateandspa.com/offers/ for more information.

 

 

Bushmills Townhouse, Bushmills, County Antrim

 

Nestled in the captivating town of Bushmills, a short distance from the iconic Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills Townhouse offers an exquisite blend of luxury suites and superb dining. Starting from £90pp, the offer includes complimentary bubbles on arrival, a three-course dinner and breakfast the next morning. Available now through to end of December. Visit  https://bushmillstownhouse.com/ for more information.

 

 

For more inspiration or to plan your next adventure in Northern Ireland, visit www.discovernorthernireland.com.

Offers are correct at the time of publication and are subject to availability and change without notice. Terms and Conditions apply to each offer and can be viewed on the individual provider’s websites. Tourism NI acts as a promoter of third-party offers and accepts no responsibility for any changes, withdrawals, or inaccuracies made by providers. 

10 Things to do in Northern Ireland

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Here are ten exciting things to do 10 – 16 November

 

  1. Belfast Christmas Market, 15 November – 22 December. With over 100 international and local traders, the festive village offers a delightful array of quality Christmas fayre, handcrafted goods, and bespoke artisan products. Set against the magnificent backdrop of Belfast City Hall, the market is an ideal destination, offering the perfect place to tick off your holiday shopping list.
  2. Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour, 15 November. Come explore the story of punk music in Belfast on this walking tour, with a specialist music guide who has loved punk music since the 1970s. Since bands like The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex and Victim erupted onto the scene in Belfast back in the late 1970s, Belfast punk has held a special place in music history, near and far.
  3. Christmas Craft Market at Flowerfield Arts Centre, Portstewart, County Londonderry, 15 November – 23 December. Now firmly established as the ‘must go to’ festive shopping event, the best contemporary craft market on the North Coast returns with over 35 independent makers and uniquely special gifts for all tastes and budgets. Featuring homeware, jewellery, textiles, clothing, artisan food and more, you’ll find the perfect present from a bespoke range of beautiful ceramics, glass, necklaces, artwork, candles, luxury skincare, throws, stationery, festive décor and beyond.
  4. Traditional Irish Breadmaking, Killinchy, County Down, 15 November. Join Tracey in her kitchen on the shores of Strangford Lough in County Down, just 30 minutes from Belfast. You’ll be welcomed into her home with the aroma of homemade fruit soda bannock as it comes out of the oven. You’ll enjoy this sweet treat with some award-winning Irish butter.
  5. Atlantic Sessions, various locations, Portrush & Portstewart, County Antrim and County Londonderry, 13 – 16 November. A high quality, musical feast, showcasing original music. From traditional to contemporary, electric to acoustic, Atlantic Sessions has emerged as a permanent feature on the cultural calendar creating an energetic, vibrant atmosphere in the pubs, hotels, coffee shops and town halls across Portrush and Portstewart.
  6. Northern Ireland Music Prize at Ulster Hall, Belfast, 12 November. The Northern Ireland Music Prize is an annual awards night curated by Oh Yeah to recognise and celebrate the incredible and diverse talent we create. With categories such as Album of the Year supported by PPL as well as Live Act of the Year, and the Oh Yeah Legend Award, the NI Music Prize is the local music scene’s biggest night.
  7. From Darkness to Light – Black & White Photography Exhibition at The Cathedral Church of Saint Patrick, Armagh, County Armagh, until 29 November. Now that we have reached that part of the year with fewer hours of daylight, St Patrick’s Church of Ireland Cathedral in Armagh is delighted to be hosting a black and white photographic exhibition with the title ‘From Darkness to Light’. As the Cathedral community celebrates the completion of its new lighting system which transforms the interior of the Cathedral and shines new light on its unique architectural details, the timing and theme of this exhibition could not be more appropriate.
  8. National Trust’s Florence Court, Florencecourt, County Fermanagh, visit website for open dates and times. Located around eight miles from Enniskillen, Florence Court is one of the most beautiful Georgian houses in Northern Ireland, nestled against the wild mountain backdrop of Benaughlin and the Cuilcagh Mountains. You can enjoy glorious walks around the grounds which include a walled garden, holiday cottage, sawmill and ice-house. In the gardens you will find the famous Florence Court Yew – reputedly the ‘parent’ of all Irish yew trees.
  9. OM Dark Sky Park and Observatory, Omagh, County Tyrone, visit website for open dates and times. Take a journey through time and space with a visitor experience that’s out of this world. Book your visit to Northern Ireland’s only International Dark Sky Park. Fully guided by an experienced tour guide, the centre will give visitors a unique opportunity to experience the night sky as it is rarely viewed.
  10. Festive Fair at Magheramorne Estate, Magheramorne, County Antrim, 11 and 12 November. As the holiday season approaches, the upcoming Festive Fair at Magheramorne Estate will bring together an incredible selection of local suppliers. The fair will be held in their charming and cosy drawing rooms and elegant ballroom, creating the perfect ambiance for a delightful Christmas experience.

 

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