Walled Garden Tour
Wednesday 17th July, 6.30pm
Bangor Castle Walled Garden was unopened to the public when it was built in the 1840s. Recently North Down Borough Council restored the beautiful garden and officially opened it as a visitor attraction in 2009. This tour gives an insight into the garden and its history and also includes a question and answer session. Free. (Limited to 25 persons)
For more information contact Bangor TIC 028 9127 0069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com
Bangor Abbey Graveyard Walk, Bangor Abbey,
Thursday 18th July, 7pm
Discover some of the graveyard’s most famous graves and memorials, including a memorial to John Simpson, surgeon on the Titanic and the graves of Archibald Wilson, hanged after the 1978 rebellion and W.G. Lyttle, author of ‘Betsy Gray’ the popular novel about the rebellion. Tickets £3, all proceeds go to the Friends of Bangor Abbey. (Limited to 25 persons)
For more information contact Bangor TIC 028 9127 0069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com
Family Fun at Cockle Row,
Groomsport Saturday 20th– Sunday 21st July, 2pm-4pm
Every weekend at Cockle Row join in the free family entertainment. This Saturday there will be Casey’s Creatures and crafts. On Sunday there will be archery, crafts and entertainment from the Ulster-Scots Agency. Free. Cottages open 11am-5pm daily.
For more information contact Bangor TIC 028 9127 0069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com
Nautical Past, Crawfordsburn & Belfast Lough Boat Cruise
The Jetty, Pickie Funpark, Bangor, Saturday 20th July, 2pm
Discover the rich nautical history of the Lough including Bangor’s role in D Day, WWII, ‘The Battle of The Copeland’s’, the first naval battle in the U.S. Civil War, and of course the Titanic. You will learn about the surrounding coastline including Grey Point Fort in Helen’s Bay, the best preserved coastal defence Battery in these islands, and be sure to keep an eye out for a variety of wildlife including native and migrant birds and perhaps spot a seal or two. Tickets: £10.
For more information contact Bangor TIC 028 9127 0069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com
Capri Car Club
Ulster Folk & Transport Museum, 21st July, 10am-5pm
Bring a picnic along and join the Ford Capri and RS owners clubs as they show off these classic cars in the grounds of the Transport Museum. A great chance to admire the car you always promised yourself! The Museum is open from 10am; the Capri Cars are due to be on display at the Transport Museum from 12 noon. Normal admission prices apply.
For more information contact Ulster Folk & Transport Museum 028 9042 8428 or visit www.nmni.com/uftm
Summer Entertainment – Marion Jordan Band
Ward Park, 21st July, 3pm-5pm
This Sunday sees the talented Marion Jordan take to the Bandstand at Ward Park. Marion is a seasoned performer with a versatile voice, accomplished in a diverse range of styles: Classical, Musical, Traditional, Jazz & Blues (Ella Fitzgerald, Norah Jones), and timeless pop classics. Marion has graced the stages of many prestigious venues including Belfast’s Grand Opera House and most recently in the new Bert’s Jazz Bar in The Merchant Hotel, Belfast. Free.
For more information contact Bangor TIC 028 9127 0069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com
Mon 22nd – Sun 28th July
Romeo & Juliet at the Walled Garden
Wednesday 24th & Thursday 25th July, 7pm
Heartbreak Productions bring their modern adaption of the popular Romeo & Juliet story to the beautiful surroundings of the Walled Garden. This will be a magnificent open air production full of passion, thrills and adventure. Let’s hope the weather stays this good for everyone to enjoy.
Kids Nature Trail, Castle Park
Saturday 27th July, 10.30am
Join this interactive nature trail led by Patrick Clegg from the Woodland Trust and well-known bird expert Dot Blakely, where you will learn all about the natural habitat and bird life that exist in the Castle Park grounds. Tickets: Free. (Limited to 25persons)
For more information contact Bangor TIC 028 9127 0069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com
Archaeology Day, North Down Museum
Saturday 27th July, 10am
Archaeology Day this year will have a Bronze Age theme to celebrate the refurbishment of our Archaeology Room which hosts one of our collection treasures, the Ballycroghan Swords. With plenty of activities for all the family, you won’t want to miss out on fun and fascinating look at the past.
Activities this year include displays of Falconry, archery and weaving, demonstrations of metal-pouring and more including the popular mini-dig. We are also welcoming special guests Ancient Music Ireland, who will be performing Bronze Age music with Bronze Age horns from Antrim and Iron Age trumpets from County Down and County Armagh. Free.
For more information call the Museum on 028 9127 1200 or visit northdownmuseum.com
Family fun at Cockle Row Cottages, Groomsport
Saturday 27th – Sunday 28th July, 2pm-4pm
Again this weekend in Groomsport, there is lots of free family fun to keep the whole family entertained. On Saturday come along and see Mantella Environmental and on Sunday there will be children’s crafts and entertainment from the Ulster-Scots Agency. Also on Sunday there will be a craft fair at the cottages from 12noon-4pm. The cottages are open to the public from 11am-5pm daily. Free.
For more information contact Bangor TIC 028 9127 0069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com
Summer Entertainment – Tony Martin All Stars
Sunday 28 July, 3pm-5pm, Ward Park Bandstand
Live Music in Ward Park continues this Sunday with Tony Martin All Stars. They capture the essence of Dixieland Jazz with a nostalgic appearance by one of the old days, Malcolm Gooding who returns to these shores for a stomping performance of foot tapping finger snapping jazz. There will be energy and high jinx and smiles all around, so grab some friends and a picnic and make sure you are there to see it all! Free.
For more information contact Bangor TIC 028 9127 0069 or visit www.northdowntourism.com
Remember!!!
Pickie Fun Park is open daily throughout July 9am-9pm. So why not call down and take a ride on the Pickie Puffer or enjoy a round of golf on the nautical themed mini-golf course.
Coming soon…
Bangor 400 Open House Festival, Various locations throughout Bangor
August sees the Open House Bangor Festival. To help celebrate the 400th Anniversary of Bangor’s Town Charter this music based festival will feature headline concerts from acts including The Undertones, The Staves, Farriers to name a few, music sessions, comedy, and poetry, walking tours & exhibitions in various locations all over Bangor. For more information visit www.openhousefestival.com
World Police & Fire Games
The World Police & Fire Games in Belfast takes place from 1 – 10 August 2013, with an aim to attract 25,000 visitors from over 70 countries. This will include an estimated 10,000 competitors competing in around 57 sports, plus 15,000 friends and family. Bangor is lucky enough to host a selection of the events during the games. Bangor Aurora will get to host its first major event and other events will be taking place at Ballyholme and Bangor Sportsplex.
It is completely FREE to be a spectator throughout the games; however some venues may have a limit due to venue capacity size. So don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity and get involved! For more information visit www.2013wpfg.com