KIDS SUMMER PROGRAMME AT BENONE
Date: Daily during August
Time: Various
Venue: Benone Tourist Complex
Contact: T: 028 7775 0555 W: facebook.com/benone.touristcomplex
This Summer during the months of July and August, Benone are offering a packed programme for kids of all ages. Activities include; beach sports camp, book art workshop, a pool party, golf, tennis & tennis coaching, Joe Jingles, yoga, multi-sports, Nurf Wars, soccer school, kid’s crafts and Toddler Sense. For dates and times of all activities please see Benone Facebook. Admission charges vary.
SUMMER KIDS SURF CAMP
Date: Friday 26 July – Sunday 1 September
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Venue: Longline Surf School, 53 Benone Avenue, Limavady BT49 0LQ
Contact: 07738 128 507 / info@longlinesurfschool.co.uk / www.longlinesurfschool.co.uk
Kids’ camp runs every day through July and August. Let the kids come to camp to enjoy surfing and beach games with other children their own age. The camp gives children the freedom to learn an exciting new sport in a safe environment under the watchful eye of qualified surf coaches and lifeguards. Cost £17 per day or £80 for 5 days.
MAIZE MAZE
Date: Thursday 1 August – Thursday 31 October
Time: Daily 10.00am – 8.00pm
Venue: Carrowmena Activity Centre, 100 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9EB
Contact: T: (028) 7776 3431 E: info@carrowmena.co.uk W: www.carrowmena.co.uk
Will you choose the correct path? Or will you be lost in the depth of the NEW Maize Maze! With more dead ends & mind confusing paths than ever this is sure to be the best to date! Cost £4pp or Family £15 (up to 5 people).
CAUSEWAY COAST AND GLENS SUMMER STREET THEATRE PROGRAMME
Date: Friday 16, Monday 19 & Wednesday 21 August
Time: Ballycastle Mon 2pm & 4pm, Portrush Wed & Fri 1.30pm, Portstewart Wed & Fri 4pm
Venue: Ballycastle Seafront, The Amphitheatre, Portrush and The Crescent, Portstewart
Contact: T: (028) 7034 4723 W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com
Summer Street Theatre returns animating the seaside resorts of Ballycastle, Portrush and Portstewart. Enjoy a silly slapstick moment, laugh at the traditional Punch & Judy show or gaze in awe at the talents of the fire manipulators as they breathe and juggle fire.
STENDHAL FESTIVAL OF ART
Date: Friday 16 & Saturday 17 August
Time:
Venue: Ballymully Cottage Farm, Limavady BT49 0NQ
Contact: T: (028) 7776 0650 E: info@stendhalfestival.com W: www.stendhalfestival.com
Dawn the flower crown, find your wellies and be prepared to celebrate all things creative! Stendhal is an award-winning outdoor music and arts festival which sees over 100 musical acts across 4 stages. In addition to the musical talent on show, there are a host of activities with art, sculpture, craft, poetry and digital innovations at their core and much, much more. Tickets also available from Limavady Visitor Information Centre.
IRISH FEAST FOOD TOURS – BALLYCASTLE
Date: Friday 16 & Saturday 17 August
Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm
Venue: Departing Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre
Contact: www.irishfeast.com
The Ballycastle Food Tour showcases an amazing array of local, artisan, award winning food and drink in an unexpectedly gourmet, historical town. Enthusiastic Irish Feast guides takes you to six unique venues from cafes to delis, from bakehouses to pubs over approximately two miles of a gentle stroll. Cost £40pp. Bookable through all Visitor Information Centres or directly through Irish Feast.
IRISH FEAST FOOD TOURS – BUSHMILLS
Date: Friday 16 & Saturday 17 August
Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm
Venue: Departing Bushmills Visitor Information Centre
Contact: www.irishfeast.com
The Bushmills Food Tour offers local, award winning food and drink in an often overlooked, pretty little village beside the Giant’s Causeway. Join enthusiastic Irish Feast guide who will take you to 6 unique venues and introduce you to the people who catch, grow, make and bake our truly delicious local food. Cost £40pp. Bookable through all Visitor Information Centres or directly through Irish Feast.
PORTRUSH SUMMER THEATRE
Date: Friday 16 & Saturday 17 August
Time: Performance nightly at 8pm
Venue: Portrush Town Hall, 1 Mark Street, Portrush BT56 8DX
Contact: T: (028) 7082 9539 W: www.audf.org.uk
63rd PORTRUSH SUMMER THEATRE 2019 in conjunction with Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council. Live Comedy Theatre suitable for all the family during the summer months. WIDOW’S PARADISE by Sam Cree – performed by The Country Players & Glarryford YFC. Tickets Adults £9 / Concession OAP £8 / Children £5.
AQUAHOLICS INISHTRAHULL ISLAND BASKING SHARK SEA SAFARI
Date: Friday 16 August
Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Venue: Portstewart Harbour BT55 7AY
Contact: T: (028) 7083 2584 E: info@aquaholics.co.uk W: www.aquaholics.co.uk
Experience a spectacular sea safari trip travelling through one of the most popular areas in the world to spot basking sharks. Cost £60pp / Children under 12: £40.
FAMILY FILM FRIDAY: ISLE OF DOGS
Date: Friday 16 August
Time: 11.00am (Autism Friendly) & 2.00pm (General)
Venue: Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, Limavady
Contact: T: (028) 7776 0650 E: information@rvacc.co.uk W: www.roevalleyarts.com
Join us for Family Film Friday! Isle of Dogs is a stop-motion-animated science-fiction adventure film written, produced and directed by the award-winning Wes Anderson. Set in a dystopian near-future Japan, the story follows a young boy searching for his dog after the species is banished to an island following the outbreak of a canine flu. Tickets £3 or Family Ticket of Four £10.
CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – CATCH & SEA
Date: Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 August
Time: 6.45am
Venue: Departs from Portrush Harbour BT56 8DF
Contact: T:07912 408 256 E: causewayfoodie@gmail.com W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com
A truly unique experience unlike anything else found anywhere in Ireland. This trip offers guests a sunrise departure for an early morning fishing trip where they can learn how to catch their mackerel breakfast. Cost £60pp.
RAMBLE ON RATHLIN
Date: Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 August
Time: 11.00am
Venue: Departing from Ballycastle
Contact: 07723921022
Join a local guide and historian on a short walk discovering the island’s history, heritage and industry. The gentle circular walk lasting 1.5 hours finishing at the harbour just outside the Manor House makes for a memorable day with Nine Glens Walking Tours! Ferry travel is not included. Cost £10pp.
CAUSEWAY COAST ARTISTS – ANNUAL AUGUST CRAFT FAIR
Date: Saturday 17 August
Time: 10.30am – 4.30pm
Venue: Portballintrae Village Hall, Portballintrae BT57 8RT
Contact: E: info@causewaycoastartists.co.uk W: www.causewaycoastartists.co.uk
Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. Free admission.
FAMILY FAIRY-TALES STORYTELLING WITH LIZ WEIR
Date: Saturday 17 August
Time: 11.00am – 12.00pm
Venue: Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, Limavady
Contact: T: (028) 7776 0650 E: information@rvacc.co.uk W: www.roevalleyarts.com
Join us for a wonderful morning of fairy-tales with storyteller Liz Weir. Liz is the author of two collections of stories Boom Chicka Boom and Here, There and Everywhere (The O’Brien Press). She especially likes to share stories which encourage children to join in and enjoy the magic of listening to a good story, well told. FREE Event.
THE HISTORY OF TOM THUMB
Date: Saturday 17 August
Time: 12.00pm – 3.00pm
Venue: Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, Limavady
Contact: T: (028) 7776 0650 E: information@rvacc.co.uk W: www.roevalleyarts.com
Banyan Theatre Company present ‘The History of Tom Thumb’ a show for children and families age 3-11yr, a lively and comic tale told through puppetry, storytelling, object theatre and music. The show is followed by the opportunity to make your own puppet at a puppet making workshop at 1.15pm -2.15pm. Tickets £5 or Family Ticket of Four £18.
GUTSY GIRLS SUP TASTER DAY
Date: Saturday 17 August
Time: 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Venue: Longline Surf School,Benone Strand
Contact: E: natalie@gutsygirls.co.uk W: www.gutsygirls.co.uk
Join us for our Women Only SUP Taster Day. Learn to SUP on the River Roe, a beautiful tranquil setting for a day out in nature! Overlooked by Binevenagh, the mountain range used in the film of Game of Thrones, it’s an epic location with dramatic backdrops and a fantastic escape from the city! Try out our wide range of paddleboards, get outside and meet likeminded women! Cost £45pp.
DOWNHILL’S SECRET GARDENS
Date: Saturday 17 August
Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Venue: Downhill Demesne, Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP
Contact: T: (028) 7084 8728W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and-hezlett-house
Ranger led tour of Downhill Gardens. Learn more about the historic walled garden and lost arboretum, now coming back to life. Meet at Bishop’s Gate. Booking Essential. Normal Admission applies. Members FREE.
AQUAHOLICS DUNLUCE CASTLE & THE GIANT’S CAUSEWAY SEA SAFARI TRIP
Date: Saturday 17 August
Time: 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Venue: Portstewart Harbour, Portstewart BT55 7AY
Contact: T: (028) 7083 2584 E: info@aquaholics.co.uk W: www.aquaholics.co.uk
Aquaholics’ Tour of Dunluce Castle, Skerries, White Rocks and the whole of the Giant’s Causeway right up to Benbane Head. Cost £35pp / Children Under 12 £15.
CAUSEWAY COAST TRUCK FEST WEEKENDER
Date: Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 August
Time: Sat 7pm – 10pm & Sun 10am – 4pm
Venue: NW200 Paddock, Ballyreagh Road, Portstewart, BT55 7PT
Contact: T: (028) 7772 2221 E: info@causewaytruckfest.com W: www.causewaycoasttruckfest.com
The Causeway Coast Truck Festival is back bigger than ever for its 5th Anniversary, with the TruckFest Weekender. This year’s show will see over 600+ of the finest show and working trucks from all over Ireland gather in this legendary venue on the North Coast, with trucks also visiting from Scotland, Wales and England. Something for all the family, including Food and Trade Village which will showcase the offerings of the Causeway Coast, and live entertainment on the Anchor Complex Live Stage. Followed by our Famous Truck convoy at 4.00pm. Admission FREE. All proceeds to NI Air Ambulance.
BELVOIR PLAYERS PRESENT…. WEDDING FEVER
Date: Saturday 17 August
Time: 8.00pm
Venue: Riverside Theatre, Ulster University, Cromore Road, Coleraine BT52 1SA
Contact: T: (028) 7012 3123 W: www.ulster.ac.uk/riverside
Belvoir Players present a classic Sam Cree comedy, following the course of an engagement through to a wedding day, taking in a strike, a major operation and a few guests along the way. A guaranteed night of laughter that you will not want to miss. Tickets Full £11 / Concession £9.
SUMMER FIREWORKS EVENING
Date: Saturday 17 August
Time:
Venue: Ramore Head, Portrush
Contact: T: (028) 7034 4723 W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com
Prepare to watch in awe as the sky bursts with colour at this family fun event!
BENONE ARTISAN MARKET
Date: Sunday 18 August
Time: 11.00am – 4.00pm
Venue: Benone Tourist Complex BT49 0LQ
Contact: T: 07723 622 008 W: www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk
Naturally North Coast and Glens market moves to Benone Tourist Complex for the summer months. Market visitors will have every sense tantalised through the colourful art and crafts, the delicious aromas, taste of fresh food produce and the sound of musicians providing a backdrop to the buzz of traders and customers chatting and laughing. FREE Admission.
MUSIC SUNDAY’S AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE
Date: Sunday 18 August
Time: 12.00pm – 3.00pm
Venue: Downhill Demesne, Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP
Contact: T: (028) 7084 8728 W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and-hezlett-house
Enjoy some local musical talent in Mussenden Temple to accompany your Sunday afternoon walk. Performance by Rachel & Damien (Violin & Classic Guitar). Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome. FREE event but normal admission charges apply.
AQUAHOLICS PUFFIN EXPRESS & CARRICK-A-REDE SEA SAFARI
Date: Sunday 18 August
Time: 3.00pm – 5.00pm
Venue: Ballycastle Marina BT54 6BT
Contact: T: (028) 7083 2584 E: info@aquaholics.co.uk W: www.aquaholics.co.uk
Travelling across to Rathlin SW corner, view the seals then travel around Bull Point to the West Light house to find the puffins, gannets, gullimots, fumars, razorbills etc. Speed across to Carrick A Rede ropebridge to enjoy the views and why not jump in for a swim. Next stop Kenbane Castle, before returning to Ballycastle. Cost £35pp / Children Under 12 £15.
AROUND RATHLIN CRUISE
Date: Monday 19 August
Time: 5.00pm
Venue: Ballycastle Marina BT54 6BT
Contact: T: (028) 2076 9299 E: info@rathlinballycastleferry.com
Join us for a special trip around Rathlin Island and explore the enchanted Isle from the sea. On board tour guide Caoimhin will provide commentary and tell tales of Folklore, of shipwrecks and sailors all while we see some of the most dramatic coastline of Ireland. Highlights of the trip include Bruce’s Cave, West Light Seabird Stacks, Shipwrecks, Unique Views and lots more! Cost: Adults £20 / Child (5-15) £10. Booking essential. Contact the Rathlin Island Ferry Ltd.
DOWNHILL GARDENS AND ESTATE TOURS
Date: Wednesday 21 August
Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Venue: Downhill Demesne, Castlerock, BT51 4RP
Contact: T: (028) 7084 8728 E: downhilldemesne@nationaltrust.org.uk
This is an exciting opportunity to join our knowledgeable gardener and learn more about the historic gardens at Bishop’s Gate. Meet at Bishop’s Gate. Normal Admission applies. Members FREE.
PORTRUSH SUMMER THEATRE
Date: Wednesday 21 – Saturday 24 August
Time: Performance nightly at 8pm
Venue: Portrush Town Hall, 1 Mark Street, Portrush BT56 8DX
Contact: T: (028) 7082 9539 W: www.audf.org.uk
63rd PORTRUSH SUMMER THEATRE 2019 in conjunction with Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council. Live Comedy Theatre suitable for all the family during the summer months. FAMILY FEVER by Sam Cree – performed by the Lambeg Players. Tickets: Adults £9 / Concession OAP £8 / Children £5.
NORTHCOAST SMOKE HOUSE TASTE AND TOUR
Date: Thursday 22 August
Time: 11.00am
Venue: North Coast Smokehouse Ltd, 3/61 Leyland Road, Ballycastle
Contact: 07835 403340
Discover what happens in a micro-smokery during a North Coast Smokehouse Tour and Taste event. Tours run every Thursday throughout the year giving participants the opportunity to learn about the smoking process and how it connects us to the past. Tour participants will also have the opportunity to try delicious award-winning products including the renowned smoke-roasted organic salmon and smoked dulse seaweed.
ST. PATRICK’S SUMMER RECITALS
Date: Thursday 22 August
Time: 12.30pm
Venue: St. Patrick’s Church of Ireland, 37 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AR
Contact: T: (028) 7034 4213 E: admin@stpats.co.uk W: www.stpats.co.uk
Lunch-time recitals by local, national and international artists. FREE admission.
SUMMER COUNTRY & COMEDY SHOW
Date: Thursday 22 August
Time: 8.00pm
Venue: Lodge Hotel, Coleraine BT52 1NF
Contact: T: (028) 7034 4848 E: info@thelodgehotel.com W: www.thelodgehotel.com
Join singer Curtis Magee for a night of Country & Comedy. Artists appearing on the night include Hugo Duncan, Steve Farlow, Boxcar Brian, Stephen Smyth, Kathy Kane, Gerard Dornan. Compere – Comedian Gary Wilson. Tickets £10.
90 YEARS OF NW200 RACING SINCE 1929
Date: Thursday 2 May – Saturday 31 August
Time: Mon-Thurs & Sat 9am-5pm Fri 9am-4.30pm
Venue: Ballymoney Museum, The Town Hall, Townhead Street, Ballymoney, BT53 6BE
Contact: T: (028) 2766 0230 E: cms@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk
This new 90th anniversary exhibition explores the history of the race, its riders, support staff and spectators, through a rich display of bikes, photographs and memorabilia. Admission free.
IRISH HISTORY STARTS HERE EXHIBITION
Date: Thursday 6 June – Wednesday 4 September
Time: Tuesday – Saturday 11.00am – 4.00pm
Venue: Coleraine Museum, Coleraine Town Hall BT51 1DE
Contact: T: 028 276 60230 E: cms@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk
Exhibition revealing the fascinating history of the Coleraine area. Discover the history of local trades, industries, tourism and culture, local contributions to WWI and WWI, alongside some of the more famous people including Hugh Thomson and Sam Henry.
ROSELLA WATTON AUSTIN – THE POWER OF GOLD
Date: Wednesday 19 June – Saturday 31 Aug
Time: Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm. Sat 10.00am – 1.00pm
Venue: Riverside Theatre, Ulster University, Cromore Road, Coleraine BT52 1SA
Contact: T: (028) 7012 3123 W: www.ulster.ac.uk/riverside
Exhibition of striking new work by the renowned local artist and Ulster University graduate Rosella Watton-Austin, which has been inspired by the 50th anniversary of the University on the Coleraine campus. Many of the pieces reflect the power of gold; objects that tell their own enduring stories of life, love and death. Exhibition Launch Wed 19 June 6.30pm. Admission FREE.
A BRUSH WITH NATURE
Date: Monday 1 July – Saturday 28 September
Time: Mon – Sat 9.30am – 5.00pm
Venue: Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, Limavady
Contact: T: (028) 7776 0650 E: information@rvacc.co.uk W: www.roevalleyarts.com
Exhibition featuring a collection of Chinese watercolours by artist, Rong-Gin Yin. Launch will take place on Tuesday 2nd July at 11am and there will be a live demonstration by Rong-Gin that morning. Refreshments will also be served. Admission FREE.
A STITCH IN TIME
Date: Thursday 4 July – Saturday 31 August
Time: Thurs – Sat 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Venue: Garvagh Museum, 142a Main Street, Garvagh BT51 5AE
Contact: T: 07714 959 691 E: info@garvaghmuseum.com
A large collection of textiles celebrating the art of stitching from traditional to modern methods. Pride of place in the exhibition is the work of Ann Hanna Rashee. The exhibition also features traditional patchwork quilts as well as experimental embroidery of stitching on paper which was inspired by the Book of Kells. Admission FREE.
EXHIBITION OF NEW PAINTINGS BY JAMES MCNULTY
Date: Thursday 1 – Saturday 31 August
Time: Wed to Sat 11am – 6pm
Venue: Castlecat Gallery, Bushmills
Contact: T: (028) 2074 1682 W: www.jamesmcnultyartist.co.uk
New work inspired by the North Coast shoreline in oils and watercolours.
SHEENA DEMPSEY EXHIBITION
Date: Saturday 3 – Friday 30 August
Time: Mon – Sat 9.30am – 5.00pm
Venue: Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, Limavady
Contact: T: (028) 7776 0650 E: information@rvacc.co.uk W: www.roevalleyarts.com
Exhibition during August Children’s Month by children’s book illustrator and author Sheena Dempsey. Our galleries will have Kids Art Corners with drawing and books available. FREE Admission.