The 4 Corners Festival Wonderful Wander is back for this year’s festival and this time the guided city walk will explore how transport has shaped the city of Belfast.
Kicking off at Lanyon Station to the new Grand Central Station on Saturday February 7 storytellers Jim Deeds, David Campton and Mylie Brennan will take participants along the Lagan Tow Path and through Belfast’s historic centre.
Speaking of what people can expect this year David said: “With the theme of this year’s festival being ‘Journey’ it seemed obvious that the wander should explore some of the features of transport to, from and within Belfast, past and present, finishing at the iconic new transport hub that will potentially be a game-changer for our city.”
Celebrating the rich history of the city through stories, poems and songs the Wonderful Wander is just one of a number of events taking place across the city as part of the wider 4 Corners Festival from January 30 to February 8
The route this year is about 1 ½ miles long, on the level, and should take around 2 hours. If you stick with us to the end we hope that there will be a special surprise awaiting!
This year’s theme ‘Journey’ reflects the idea that everyone is shaped by the paths they take through life, both outward journeys across places and inward journeys of change, reflection and growth.
Mylie said: “The Wander is a fantastic way to learn more about our beautiful city, whether you’re new to Belfast or if you’ve been here your whole life.
“As a professional tour guide, I’m excited to wander around with my pals, David and Jim, talking about our history and the people who shaped it. We all love Belfast, telling stories, and having a laugh, so our guests can expect to learn something new and have a bit of fun along the way.”
The 4 Corners Festival is a faith-based initiative delivered across venues in all four corners of the city, with events designed to encourage people to step beyond the physical and psychological “corners” of Belfast and encounter new perspectives, new ideas and new connections.
The 4 Corners Festival is supported by The Executive Office’s Central Good Relations Fund, The Department of Foreign Affairs Reconciliation Fund and Belfast City Council Good Relations Fund, St Anne’s Cathedral Sitout and Linen Quarter BID.
All events are free to attend. To find out the full lineup of the festival and to book your tickets go to 4cornersfestival.com