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10 things to do in Northern Ireland

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Here are ten exciting things to do 21 – 27 August

  1. Paws for Nature at Castle Ward, Strangford, County Down, 26-27 August. Get ready to unleash a weekend of tail-wagging fun celebrating all things canine. There’s a whole range of doggy activities with tasty treats from artisan dog bakers, doggy apparel to kit out your pooch in the latest fashion and expert advice from trainers. There will also be friendly dog charities on the day to provide information on supporting furry friends in the area.
  2. Ould Lammas Fair, Ballycastle, County Antrim, 26-27 August. The country’s oldest fair returns to the beautiful seaside resort of Ballycastle with another fabulous programme full of events. The Naturally North Coast and Glen’s Artisan Market features local fresh produce, quirky handmade crafts, and fine art. Sample the iconic classics of Yellow Man and Dulce while savouring the atmosphere of this horse-trading village which will be transformed with stalls and visitors as far as the eye can see.
  3. Clearer Water Antrim Coast Half Marathon, Larne, County Antrim, 27 August. The Clearer Water Antrim Coast Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile road race, held on the last Bank holiday in August. Starting at the beginning of the iconic Antrim Coast Road, the course sweeps into Larne Harbour offering not just one of the most beautiful but one of the fastest half marathons in the world. In addition to the main event there’s a one-mile street race for adults and children.
  4. Hilden Beer & Music Festival, Lambeg, County Antrim, 25-27 August. Set in the picturesque Georgian setting of Hilden House and its surrounding grounds, festival goers can choose for over 40 beers and ciders while enjoying a brilliant line-up of musicians offering rock, blues, folk, bluegrass, and traditional Irish talent. Explore the local artisan food stalls and sample the very best from Northern Ireland’s craft breweries whilst talking to the brewers who make them.
  5. The Stand-Up Session, Armagh, County Armagh, 26 August. The Market Place Theatre Stand-Up Sessions continue to have audiences rolling in the aisles with another evening of side-splitting comedy genius. Enjoy sets from hilarious local stand-up comedians Ian Thomson, Andrew Ryan, Luke McGibbon, and Bronagh Diamond for everything from politics to parenthood. This is one lineup not to miss!
  6. Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh, County Tyrone,12 August. Journey back in time at the Ulster American Folk Park, from Ulster to America. Enjoy a fun family day out set amid 90 acres, with over forty buildings of exhibits dedicated to the story of Irish emigration. It details rural life here and in frontier America in the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. Costumed guides help bring history to life with demonstrations like spinning, open fire cooking and candle dipping.
  7. Belfast Mela, Belfast, County Antrim, 21-27 August. This multi-cultural festival kicks off with a spectacular Carnival Parade through the streets of Belfast. Watch the city’s Botanic Gardens become a wonderland of colour, culture, and creativity. Embrace this lively festival of music, dance theatre, wellbeing, and food. There’s everything from tea walking tours to yoga.
  8. The 10th Anniversary of the death of Seamus Heaney, Bellaghy, County Londonderry, 25-27 August. To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the death of Seamus Heaney, a special weekend of events will take place at the Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy, to celebrate his legacy. Whilst poetry aptly provides the focal point for the weekend, a wonderful blend of music and film will also be on offer, in what promises to be a reflective celebration of Seamus Heaney’s life and work. Paul Muldoon, Ireland Chair of Poetry, will open proceedings with a reading.
  9. Twilight Tour at Castle Coole, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, 25 August. Step back in time at Castle Coole, one of Ireland’s finest Neo-classic houses, for an exclusive evening exploring the Mansion where the 2nd Earl and his family lived there. Experience the stately grandeur of this stunning 18th-century mansion set in a beautiful, wooded landscape park during twilight. The tour will kick off with a drink’s reception on arrival, finishing with wine and cheese in the historic kitchen.
  10. Emerge, Belfast, County Antrim,26-27 August. EMERGE Musical Festival is back this bank holiday weekend bringing some of the world’s biggest dance acts to Belfast. Following a sell-out inaugural year, it promises to be bigger, better, and bolder. Homegrown talent will be at the core of a line-up across 4 stages encompassing more than 50 acts, as they appear alongside the best breaking acts from the burgeoning international electronic music scene. This year’s headliners include Bicep and Charlotte De Whitte along with local acts like Rebuke.

 

For more information on what’s on or to plan a short break in Northern Ireland, visit https://discovernorthernireland.com/

 

Join Antrim & Newtownabbey BC this August Bank Holiday for some Family Fun!

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If you are looking for something to do over the August Bank Holiday, then look no further! Whiteabbey Village and Jordanstown Loughshore Park is the place to be from Saturday 26 to Monday 28 August as the ever popular Whiteabbey Village Fair returns.

Whiteabbey Village will be full of hustle and bustle from 12pm to 8pm on Saturday 26 August and 12pm to 6pm on Sunday 27 August, where there will be family fun activities, stalls to meander through and tasty treats to take your fancy! Be dazzled by the street and stage entertainment and let the kids have some fun, from crazy golf to Punch and Judy as well as the fabulous fun fair, you won’t want to miss out.

Jordanstown Loughshore Park will have an array of entertainment from 12 to 5pm on Monday 28 August. Pack up your picnic and have a great day out with the ‘Inspire Me Frozen Show, Meet & Greet’, The Dynamos, Mama Mia Tribute and ‘The Coves.’ Children will be in their element with the many activities planned including the bubble bike, sensory play, amusements and bouncy castles. Please note, this is a ticketed event and we recommend you get your tickets early. Tickets are free with a £1.25 booking fee. All proceeds will go to the Mayor’s Charities.

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Mark Cooper commented, “Enjoy a great day out with all of the family and soak up the atmosphere at this year’s Whiteabbey Village Fair. I am delighted to see this weekend of events return again and would encourage everyone to come along – this is a weekend of entertainment not to be missed!”

For more information including a full list of planned activities or to book your tickets for Monday, visit www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/events

The Saw Doctors, Waterfront Hall, November 2023

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THE SAW DOCTORS

Waterfront Hall, Belfast

Friday 3 November

*Tickets go on sale this Friday, 18 August at 10am*

 

 

The Saw Doctors will play their first Belfast live show in six years at the Waterfront Hall this November.

 

Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10am from: www.waterfront.co.uk & www.Ticketmaster.ie

 

Following their mighty summer of comeback shows, acclaimed live band The Saw Doctors have today confirmed a return to Belfast on Friday 3 November – where they will take to the stage at the Waterfront Hall.

Discovered by Mike Scott of The Waterboys on a stormy Tuesday night in Galway City in the late 1980s, The Saw Doctors grew quickly, touring around Ireland and Great Britain, including a six-week stint with The Waterboys on the Fisherman’s Blues tour in 1989.

The Saw Doctors second single, ‘I Useta Lover’ was a surprise Number One hit in Ireland in 1990, remaining top of the charts for nine weeks, going on to become the biggest selling Irish single ever. The band built on this momentum, making their first trip to the US in 1991, and racking up well-received appearances at numerous prestigious festivals, earning a reputation for being a powerful and exciting live band.

The Saw Doctors have so far had a massively busy summer. They travelled to the US for sold-out gigs at the MGM Music Hall in Boston, the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York and appeared at festivals across the UK and Ireland including headlining the acoustic stage at Glastonbury.

Loved and revered by their loyal fans over the past thirty years, The Saw Doctors continue with resilience and an effervescent energy and look forward to playing live at the Waterfront Hall this November following three sold out shows at 3Olympia Dublin.

 

“If The Saw Doctors could bottle the sort of bonhomie that can make an entire concert hall feel better, they would have the medicine show to end them all” – The Times

 

*Tickets for the Waterfront Hall go on sale Friday 18 August at 10am*
www.waterfront.co.uk & www.ticketmaster.ie

 

www.sawdoctors.com

Taste Autumn in Ards and North Down

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Taste Autumn in Ards and North Down, –  come along to .…

Tide and Turf Food Festival Portavogie

Saturday 2 September

Portavogie Harbour

12noon – 5pm

Free event

A free family-fun event showcasing local food and drink featuring celebrity chef Paula McIntyre.

Enjoy this celebration of land and sea and savour the season with delicious local tide and turf produce.

Artisan market and bar

Chef demos

Children’s entertainment: puppet shows, pedal boats and sand craft.

Live music from The Florentinas and the String Ninjas.

FREE buses available to and from the event.

 

Find out more about the event https://bit.ly/3R33JLl

 

And make sure you don’t miss Stargazing at Burr Point, Ballyhalbert on Thursday 31 August and Dine at the Dock, Portavogie on Friday 1 September (tickets must be booked in advance).

You can find out more about the Taste Autumn programme of free and ticketed events, here https://bit.ly/TasteAutumnAND

 

This event has received funding from DAERA’s Northern Ireland Regional Food Programme.

 

Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs | Paula McIntyre Cooks

Food NI | SERC Hospitality and Culinary Arts

#VisitAND #TasteANDEnjoy #TasteAutumn #BelfastPlus #DiscoverNI #OurFoodPowerOfGood

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

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Antrim

Naturally North Coast & Glens Artisan Market is delighted to be back at the Heart of the Glens Festival 2023.  You’ll find the market located at the Boat Club Carpark Cushendall.  Sunday13th August 11am – 4pm.  Featuring 30 artisan makers selling a range of gifts, art, craft, and food.
Find out more HERE

Armagh

Create a quirky colourful beach scene diorama using totally mess-free, 100% non-toxic clay at the Market Place Theatre!
Find out more HERE

Belfast

The mega EAST BLOCK FOOD market is back on Sunday 13 August with an exciting range of local makers and producers together under one fancy roof at Banana Block in East Belfast.
Find out more HERE

Down

Enjoy an Afternoon of Music, Style and Live Horse Racing at Irelands Oldest Racecourse, Downpatrick Racecourse. Featuring the SHORTCROSS Most Stylish Hat and Accessories Competition.

Find out more HERE

Fermanagh

Crom is looking forward to two music nights this year at Music by the Lake. Saturday 29th July with The Hand me Downs. Saturday 12th August with The Sentrals.

Find out more HERE

Derry/Londonderry

COMIC BOOK MASTERCLASS FOR 7 – 14 YRS with Kev F Sutherland (Bean, Dr. Who, Marvel Comics). Roe Valley Arts Centre, Limavady.

Find out more HERE

Tyrone

Rugby Tots Summer Classes, Dungannon Rugby Club and Orritor PS Cookstown.

Find out more HERE

 

10 things to do in Northern Ireland

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Here are ten exciting things to do 14 – 20 August

  1. ISPS HANDA World Invitational, Ballymena, County Antrim, 17-20 August. Northern Ireland’s biggest annual golf tournament gets underway at the Galgorm where men and women will compete will go head-to-head for the same prize money at the same event. Take the train to see the professionals train at the new co-host course of Castlerock.
  2. Wake The Giant, Warrenpoint, County Down, 19-20 August. The return of the Wake the Giant Festival is the perfect reason to visit the charming town of Warrenpoint. This vibrant festival celebrates the town’s unique heritage and legends, offering visitors a weekend full of exciting events and activities. From live music and performances to Giants food feast and children’s activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
  3. The Lake Kilrea, Kilrea, County Londonderry, throughout August. Make a giant splash in this fresh water aqua park a few minutes’ walk from the historic town of Kilrea and the mighty river Bann. There’s a great range of family friendly activities from canoeing and kayaking to paddleboards, not to mention the “Beast Slide”. There are more thrills on dry land with high ropes, a zip line and a 24 ft climbing wall.
  4. CHSq 2023, Belfast, County Antrim, 14-20 August. Custom House Square has another tremendous line-up of international acts in this year’s music festival including Kodaline, the Proclaimers and homegrown punk talent, Stiff Little Fingers. All set against the historic backdrop of Charles Lanyon’s designed Custom House.
  5. Finnebrogue Feasts, Downpatrick, County Down, 19 August. Celebrate this summer’s bounty with a five-course feast crafted by wild chef Rory Gorman. With a focus on local and seasonal produce, this bespoke culinary experience is created using ingredients foraged from the surrounding woodland. Enjoy the cosy ambience of the Scandinavian Tipi whilst observing the chefs at work over the fire, before tucking into the resulting deliciousness. This is truly a unique woodland dining experience!
  6. Exploris Aquarium & Seal Sanctuary, Portaferry, County Down, 15 August. Explore the story of Strangford Lough with the unveiling of a new tank, double the size of the old one, complete with an underground tunnel. You can now watch magnificent marine life float overhead. Whilst at Exploris don’t forget to explore the kid’s playroom, a two tier aquatic themed indoor soft play area with distinct zones for babies, toddlers and juniors up to eight years old.
  7. Family Fun at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, Armagh, County Armagh, 15-17 August. Join Scientific Sue on this historical and creative journey of discovery at the Armagh Observatory and Planetarium. Experience the new live science show, based on the book written by Cressida Cowell: How to Train Your Dragon. Find out if Cressida is a scientific genius or just a fantastic storyteller. Scientific Sue will need lots of brave volunteers to help her investigate and explore the science of how dragons fly.
  8. Open Park Days, Ballygawley, County Tyrone, 16 August. Open Park Days return at Todds Leap with over 15 amazing activities to choose from. Explore the sites archery, zip lines, climbing walls and drop zone, all set in the beautiful Clogher Valley. You can also explore the Granda Bens Ethical Zoo Trail with life sized zoo models, outdoor play trails and a rope bridge.
  9. Creels In The Cave, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh 18 August. Learn more about the ancient art of how Irish fish baskets, creels, were made. Dessie, owner of the Linnet Inn, will share stories and explain the extensive man-made cave network that lies beneath the pub. You will get the chance to try your hand at weaving with soft instruction from master weaver Tommy O’Brien. Enjoy a locally made bowl of broth and locally made fadge, all as you are regaled by the stories and history of this magical landscape.
  10. Lumarina, Ballyronan, County Londonderry ,19 August. Lumarina, the fun filled, free event held at Ballyronan Marina makes a welcome return on Saturday. Enjoy a unique firework display with the picturesque backdrop of the Lough reflecting the onshore illuminations. Don’t miss the evenings firework display, with a finale to amaze. There is something for everyone from fire performers, a fun fair, magic shows and illuminations on the riverside trail behind the play park that will catch the eye of the little ones.

 

 

For more information on what’s on or to plan a short break in Northern Ireland, visit https://discovernorthernireland.com/

August Craft Month provides ‘Pathways’ to Belfast’s world class makers

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Enjoy a variety of eclectic events in Belfast this month

A month-long celebration of local craft makers across Ireland is well underway and this August Craft Month a host of exciting events are taking place in Belfast.

Celebrating the vibrant local craft scene, people will have the chance to experience exhibitions, demonstrations and workshops across a variety of crafts right on their doorstep as well as supporting local makers by buying products and learning more about their work.

Local makers such as Jodi Coyne, Anna Donovan, Cara Murphy and Helen Noble will all be involved in the celebrations and events this year.

The programme provides unmissable opportunities to experience, participate in, support, buy and learn about the local stand-out craft sector and, with 168 events on offer across Northern Ireland, provides the perfect excuse to hit the road for a craft inspired adventure or staycation.

Here are some of the many exciting events taking place in Belfast:

  • August craft month exhibition: Pathways

Location: Craft NI, 115-119 Royal Avenue, Belfast

Date: Thursday 3rd of August to Friday 15th September, (Craft NI is closed on Sundays).

Price: Free

This exhibition aims to celebrate and profile excellence in Northern Irish Craft with makers asked to respond to the theme of Pathways, a nod to the journeys audiences make to visit August Craft Month from across the island and beyond.

When creating pieces for this exhibit, makers were free to interpret the theme of pathways how they wished, whether as a series of connections, reflections of travels or environment, experiences or actions, a personal journey or a journey in the making.

Exhibiting makers include: Adam Frew, Adele Pound, Karen Hamilton, Pennie Metcalfe, Red Earth Designs, Sarah Cathers, Tamzen Lundy Designs and Tracey Johnston.

  • Fibre to Fabric: Ulster University Seminar

Location: Ulster University, York Street, Belfast

Date: Wednesday, 16th of August, 10am to 12pm

Price: Free

Join researchers Alison Gault and Anna Duffy and guest speaker, Mourne Textile’s creative director, Mario Sierra, for an interactive seminar on the innovative project aiming to restore Northern Ireland’s textile heritage.

The project’s mission is to restore vintage flax processing and spinning equipment to create a sustainable circular supply chain in Ireland.

A unique opportunity to engage with industry experts, attendees will have the opportunity to talk with the speakers and learn about the project’s heritage restoration and sustainability efforts firsthand.

  • Wall Head Planter

Location: Top Floor, Conway Mill, 5-7 Conway Street, Belfast

Date: Saturday, 19th of August, 10am to 4pm

Price: £70

Join ceramicist Anna Donovan at Conway Mill to spend a day making a stoneware clay wall mounted head into which a plant can be homed.

Using a press mould of a generic form of a human face each piece is added to and manipulated by the participant to create a unique character.

Participants are advised to bring a packed lunch.

  • ‘The Craft of Learning’ with Cara Murphy

Location: Ulster Museum, Stranmillis Road, Botanic Garden, Belfast

Date: Thursday, 17th of August 1pm-2pm

Price: Free

As part of August Craft Month an award winning Northern Irish contemporary silversmith, Cara Murphy is talking about her work, skills and approach to experimentation in this not to be missed event at the Ulster museum.

Cara’s work is held by both private and public collectors across the world and include commissions from 10 Downing Street and the design of several Randox Grand National Trophies.

The talk will focus on Cara’s career and explore how crafts people continuously strive to learn more to better their own skills and share their knowledge with others.

This important initiative is delivered by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland and Craft NI in partnership with Design & Crafts Council Ireland.

For more information, and to see the list of events taking place across the island visit www.augustcraftmonth.org.

Share your own adventures by tagging @craft.ni, @augustcraftmonth23 and use the hashtags #augustcraftmonth2023 and #makeseekbuy

 

Fab Foodie Line-up for Ards and North Down’s Taste Autumn

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An exciting programme of activity starts on 31 August with Taste Autumn in Ards and North Down, giving you the chance to savour some of the Borough’s finest food and drink, including in the popular Tide and Turf Food Festival in Portavogie on Saturday 2 September.

The very best of our local seafood, beef and harvest foods will be celebrated with free and ticketed events including, exclusive foodie experiences in unique locations, chef demonstrations, with a focus on our delicious local produce, and the chance to enjoy a hot chocolate at the most easterly point on the island while exploring our starry skies.

The Mayor of Ards and North Down, Councillor Jennifer Gilmour, with Arthur and Isla. Image: Simon Graham

Stargazing, the first event of Taste Autumn, takes place at Ballyhalbert’s Burr Point (31 August). Join the Northern Ireland Amateur Astronomy Society and use their telescopes to learn about the planets and galaxies above. This was a hugely popular event when it was organised for the first time last year so tickets are expected to sell out fast!

On Friday 1 September, celebrity chef Paula McIntyre will host a unique evening dining experience at Dine at the Dock in Portavogie, where diners will enjoy a four-course tasting menu curated by Paula and the team at South Eastern Regional College. This is a rare fine dining opportunity in an unusual pop-up restaurant setting and will be an evening to remember. Tickets cost £75 per person.

Dine at the Dock provides the perfect way to kick-off a memorable weekend of foodie events with the popular Tide and Turf Food Festival taking place the following day. Thousands of people are expected to attend the annual event on Saturday 2 September, when Portavogie Harbour will come to life with a range of activities and foodie attractions for all the family.

The Festival takes place from 12noon until 5pm and will feature cookery demonstrations, lots of family fun with pedal boats, sand crafts and Punch and Judy shows, plus the opportunity to grab a deck chair and enjoy live music from the String Ninjas and the Florentinas. More details about this free-to-attend event will be released in the coming weeks.

A free return bus service will run from Bangor, Donaghadee and Ballyhalbert to Dine at the Dock, while free buses will also be in operation to and from the Tide and Turf Food Festival.

Back in Bangor, the Chilli Festival returns on 9 and 10 September. Bangor Castle Walled Garden will be heating up with many different varieties of chilli plants on display, together with local producers, an evening barbeque on Saturday 9 September (tickets cost £20), live music and more!

For a full list of Taste Autumn events, to book tickets and plan your journey with parking information and bus timetables, go to visitardsandnorthdown.com/tasteautumn.

ARMAGH OBSERVATORY AND PLANETARIUM LAUNCHES NEW INTERACTIVE OUTDOOR ACTIVITY  

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New Outdoor Attraction Introduced in Time for Summer

Leading astronomical research and education centre, Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, recently announced the introduction of a new interactive outdoor activity. Launched on 1st July 2023, the attraction is comprised of two routes. The astronomy-themed Cosmo Lost in Space trail is for children, whilst Astropark Journey, an augmented reality trail, is for an adult audience.

Pictured Exploring the Cosmo Lost in Space Trail is Senan Mackle

Designed by Brilliant Trails and supported by Tourism NI and the Department for Communities, the attraction is based at the organisation’s Planetarium. The Cosmo Lost in Space trail follows the story of Cosmo, a dog that enters a spaceship which accidentally takes off to the Moon.

Young adventurers must follow the trail marked on a map to discover clues and locate the 11 Cosmo Lost in Space markers located along the route. Once all the clues have been collected, they will be able to decipher a secret code word to help Cosmo launch his spaceship and return home to Jake.

Astropark Journey, which is suitable for an adult audience, is a self-led tour of Armagh Observatory and Planetarium’s Astropark. Technology for the trail which uses Augmented Reality to provide an interactive experience, will be downloadable to personal mobile phones via a QR code obtainable within the Planetarium.

In addition to the interactive trails, work has been completed to enhance the Astropark’s accessibility, with new signage in braille, additional paths and seating areas, and a panoramic viewing gallery, which is nestled within an ecology area that overlooks the city of Armagh.

John McCord, Acting Director of Culture, Department for Communities, said: “The Department for Communities is delighted to have partnered with Tourism NI in funding Armagh Observatory Planetarium’s development with the launch of its newly enhanced Astropark, which will provide innovative and exciting ways for the whole family to engage with science at this heritage location.”

Tourism Northern Ireland supported the project through its Experience Development Programme 2021-2023

Esther Dobbin, Regions and Investment Manager at Tourism NI, says, “Tourism NI is delighted to see the launch of the new experience at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, adding another outdoor experience to the tourism offering in Armagh.

“It brings new reasons to pay a visit and will appeal to all ages, delivered in a fun, innovative and accessible way.”

The trails are part of a wider initiative by Armagh Observatory and Planetarium to increase the accessibility of its facilities. In addition to the new outdoor activity, the organisation has implemented a number of other inclusive features. These include a Changing Places facility, improved wheelchair accessibility and a Sensory Room on the ground level of the Armagh Planetarium.

Armagh Observatory and Planetarium also screens ‘Relaxed’ and ‘Chilled’ Digital Theatre Shows for children who find large crowds and loud noise challenging, and has launched an Irish language accessibility Dome Show, with plans in place to introduce Ulster Scots and British Sign language versions of the show in the coming months.

Armagh Observatory and Planetarium is sited in a heritage environment with a rich scientific history. The organisation delivers internationally recognised research in astronomy and related sciences and vibrant educational and outreach programmes for all ages.

Professor Michael Burton, Director at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, adds, “It is a pleasure to launch these interactive trails at the newly enhanced Astropark.

“We would like to thank Tourism NI and the Department for Communities for the joint funding of this initiative. We would also like to thank Brilliant Trails for designing and delivering the innovative trails and app, Ruth Foster the Construction and Procurement Delivery Property Service Division Project Manager for co-ordinating the enhancement of the grounds, and the team of staff at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, who worked collaboratively to make sure everything ran smoothly.

“Whilst we are passionate about making our facilities accessible to everyone, the topography of our site can be challenging.  We have compensated for the more difficult terrain by adding easily accessible seating areas with interpretative signage.

“We hope that the enhancements and trails will provide a fun and educational experience for children and adults alike.”

Suitable footwear is recommended for both trails.

To find out more about Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, visit: https://www.armagh.space

LQ BID ANNOUNCES FREE SIX-WEEK EVENT PROGRAMME AT BANKMORE SQUARE

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To celebrate the reopening of Bankmore Square, Linen Quarter Business Improvement District (LQ BID) has announced a free six-week event programme. Kicking off on August 10th the vibrant range of activities include a launch event with free ice-cream and traditional music concert, yoga classes, pickleball and a mobile petting zoo.

 

Free Ice-Cream & Trad Music Launch Event

Thursday 10 August, 12:00-2:00pm

Drop by Bankmore Square as the BID celebrates its summer launch with 300 FREE ice-cream scoops.

District Employee Party

Friday 11 August: 5:00pm-Close

Head to The Marcus Ward with colleagues after work for special drinks promos, as well as free pizza for the first 100 people. Marcus Ward will also be giving out discount cards which give you 10% off food & drinks during any future visit!

 

Lunch-time Yoga & Pickleball

Join Nicola Suitor for lunch-time yoga on 15th August & 4th September or try your hand at Pickleball on 21st & 23rd August.

 

Bankmore Bank Holiday Family Day Out

Sunday 27th August: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Bank-more this bank holiday with free giant games, drumming circles, face painting and other children’s performances at the BID’s family day out.

 

Mobile Petting Zoo

Wednesday 6th September: 12:00pm-2:00pm

Stop by the mobile petting zoo on September 6th to check out the snakes, hedgehogs, rabbits, and creepy crawlies!

 

Bankmore Square re-opened to the public on June 28th following a £95,000 rejuvenation project delivered by LQ BID, co-funded by Department for Communities and supported by Department for Infrastructure. The Square’s new look will deter anti-social behaviour by using the space in a new way including the installation of a wildflower garden, new circular central feature to facilitate events, and partial removal of wall to open the space to areas of high footfall and increased surveillance.

 

Events are open to all members of the public and do not require booking, however some are weather dependent. Check out @LinenQuarter on social media for the latest updates and view the full list of events here.

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