7 JUNE – 22 JUNE Until 6 July, Exhibition: ‘Where is Sleep?’
North Down Museum, Bangor
These illustrations are taken from a children’s picture book story written by local couple Jim & Laura Lavery, ‘Where is Sleep?’. The story is about a little girl who is told to ‘go to sleep’ but she doesn’t know where it is or how to find it. Her adventures lead her to new ways of thinking about sleep. The story grew from their young daughter’s struggle with sleep.
Free admission.
Info: North Down Museum, (028) 9127 1200, museum@northdown.gov.uk, northdownmuseum.com
Until 27 July, Exhibition: Brian Desmond Hurst
North Down Museum, Bangor
This exhibition explores the life and work of Northern Ireland’s most prolific director through a variety of fascinating images, objects and stories.
Free admission.
Info: North Down Museum, (028) 9127 1200, museum@northdown.gov.uk, northdownmuseum.com
Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 June, Family Fun at Cockle Row Cottages
Groomsport Harbour
Free entertainment, 2pm-4pm.
Sat 7: Science Show, Children’s Crafts
Sun 8: Children’s Crafts, Face Painting
Cottages open to the public 11am-5pm. Free admission
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, tic@northdown.gov.uk, northdowntourism.com
Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 June, Seashore Festival
Bangor Seafront & Town Hall
From 12noon
This event is sponsored by NITB
Join us for a fantastic weekend of free family fun from 12 noon on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June. Step on board one of the two Tall Ships that will be moored on Eisenhower Pier and The Twister Aerobatic Display Team will be performing afternoon and evening pyrotechnic aerial displays both days in the skies above Bangor Bay. Look out for the Promenade Market, Armed Forces activities, street theatre and more at the Seafront and ‘Car Galore’ at Bangor Town Hall. So much to do and see!
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, tic@northdown.gov.uk, northdowntourism.com
Monday 9 June, Walking Tour
Helen’s Bay in two World Wars
2.30pm
Tour of St John’s Church and Grey Point Fort, two of North Down’s “hidden gems”, conducted by expert local historians and guides.
Tickets £3. Pre-booking essential. Subject to availability.
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, tic@northdown.gov.uk, northdowntourism.com
Wednesday 11 June, Walking Tour
Bangor Castle Walled Garden
6.30pm
Learn of the history of this beautiful walled garden which date back to the 1840’s, about the plants, fruits and vegetables hand grown by North Down Borough Council Gardeners.
Tickets free though pre-booking your place is essential. Subject to availability.
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, tic@northdown.gov.uk, northdowntourism.com
Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 June, Family Fun at Cockle Row Cottages
Groomsport Harbour
Free entertainment, 2pm-4pm.
Sat 14: ‘Casey’s Creatures’, Children’s Crafts
Sun 15: Ark Farm, Face Painting
Cottages open to the public 11am-5pm. Free admission
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, tic@northdown.gov.uk, northdowntourism.com
Wednesday 11 – Sunday 22 June, Community Festival of Traditional Music, Song and Dance
Bangor Area, various
Grant aided by North Down Borough Council
Ards CCÉ can confirm that this year’s headline concert at St Comgall’s Parish Centre will be the legendary ‘FRANKIE GAVIN & DE DANNAN’ supported by INU and Ards CCÉ Award Winning Show. Tickets are currently on sale to the public at Mace Store, Brunswick Rd, Bangor and cost only £10 per person. Doors open at 7.30pm and a fully licensed bar is available.
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, tic@northdown.gov.uk, northdowntourism.com
Friday 13 & Saturday 14 June, BBA presents Punk
Marine Court Hotel, Bangor
Grant aided by North Down Borough Council
A stellar line up of local, national and international bands! The Godfather of Northern Ireland Punk, none other than the legend that is Terri Hooley is a special guest of BBA and will be attending both days and indeed will be doing occasional duties as compere. This will be the first appearance at BBA and he is a very welcome addition to the festival. Headline acts GBH on Friday and UK Subs on Saturday.
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, tic@northdown.gov.uk, northdowntourism.com
Saturday 14 June, Cultra Hill Climb
Ulster Folk and Transport Museum, Cultra
Grant aided by North Down Borough Council
The annual opening round of the annual NI Hillclimb Championship. This year’s theme is Minis, Mods and Monsters, evoking memories of the Swinging Sixties as well as spectacular recent machinery. Live demos, a display at Cultra Manor, including a Vintage Fair, and much more besides complement high-speed action to create “Ulster’s Motoring Garden Party”.
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, tic@northdown.gov.uk, northdowntourism.com
Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 June, Family Fun at Cockle Row Cottages
Groomsport Harbour
Free entertainment, 2pm-4pm.
Sat 21: Party Animals NI, Glitter Tattoos
Sun 22: Jumping Clay Workshop, Balloon Modelling
Cottages open to the public 11am-5pm. Free admission
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, tic@northdown.gov.uk, northdowntourism.com
UPCOMING SUMMER EVENTS…
Tuesday 22 & Wednesday 23 July, Heartbreak Productions presents ‘Pride & Prejudice’
Bangor Castle Walled Garden
Tickets £6. On sale now! Book online or call for tickets. Pre-booking essential.
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, tic@northdown.gov.uk, northdowntourism.com
Book online: www.northdown.gov.uk/arts
Saturday 26 July, ‘Pipes in the Park’ featuring Red Hot Chilli Pipers
Bangor Town Hall
Free event, 12noon-6pm.
The Red Hot Chilli Pipers will be playing from 4pm – 6pm. The event is free and non-ticketed. From 12 noon, other activities will be taking place around Castle Park and The Town Hall too, including Ulster Scots dancing, music and demonstrations and a children’s entertainment area which will guarantee to make the event a great family day out. In conjunction with the Ulster Scots Agency.
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, tic@northdown.gov.uk, northdowntourism.com
DON’T FORGET…
Pickie Funpark, Bangor Seafront is open daily 9am-7pm
Bangor Castle Walled Garden, Castle Park is open Mon-Thurs 10am-8pm, Fri-Sun and Bank Holidays 10am-6pm