{"id":17695,"date":"2019-08-14T11:11:44","date_gmt":"2019-08-14T10:11:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/?p=17695"},"modified":"2019-08-14T11:11:45","modified_gmt":"2019-08-14T10:11:45","slug":"whats-on-causeway-coast-and-glens-6","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/2019\/08\/whats-on-causeway-coast-and-glens-6\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s on Causeway Coast and Glens"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>KIDS SUMMER PROGRAMME AT BENONE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date<\/strong>: Daily during August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time<\/strong>: Various<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue<\/strong>: Benone Tourist Complex<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact<\/strong>: T: 028 7775 0555 W:\nfacebook.com\/benone.touristcomplex<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This Summer during the months of July and August, Benone are\noffering a packed programme for kids of all ages. Activities include; beach\nsports camp, book art workshop, a pool party, golf, tennis &amp; tennis\ncoaching, Joe Jingles, yoga, multi-sports, Nurf Wars, soccer school, kid&#8217;s\ncrafts and Toddler Sense. For dates and times of all activities please see\nBenone Facebook. Admission charges vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SUMMER KIDS SURF CAMP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date<\/strong>: Friday 26 July \u2013 Sunday 1 September <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 10.00am \u2013 12.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue<\/strong>: Longline Surf School, 53 Benone Avenue,\nLimavady BT49 0LQ<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact<\/strong>: 07738 128 507 \/ <a href=\"mailto:info@longlinesurfschool.co.uk\">info@longlinesurfschool.co.uk<\/a>\n\/ <a href=\"http:\/\/www.longlinesurfschool.co.uk\">www.longlinesurfschool.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids&#8217; camp runs every day through July and August. Let the\nkids come to camp to enjoy surfing and beach games with other children their\nown age. The camp gives children the freedom to learn an exciting new sport in\na safe environment under the watchful eye of qualified surf coaches and\nlifeguards. Cost \u00a317 per day or \u00a380 for 5 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MAIZE MAZE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date<\/strong>: Thursday 1 August \u2013 Thursday 31 October<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time<\/strong>: Daily 10.00am &#8211; 8.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue<\/strong>: Carrowmena Activity Centre, 100\nCarrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9EB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact<\/strong>: T: (028) 7776 3431 E: <a href=\"mailto:info@carrowmena.co.uk\">info@carrowmena.co.uk<\/a> W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.carrowmena.co.uk\">www.carrowmena.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Will you choose the\ncorrect path? Or will you be lost in the depth of the NEW Maize Maze! With more\ndead ends &amp; mind confusing paths than ever this is sure to be the best to\ndate! Cost \u00a34pp or Family \u00a315 (up to 5 people).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CAUSEWAY COAST AND GLENS SUMMER STREET THEATRE PROGRAMME<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date<\/strong>: Friday 16, Monday 19 &amp; Wednesday 21\nAugust<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time<\/strong>: Ballycastle Mon 2pm &amp; 4pm,\nPortrush Wed &amp; Fri 1.30pm, Portstewart Wed &amp; Fri 4pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue<\/strong>: Ballycastle Seafront, The\nAmphitheatre, Portrush and The Crescent, Portstewart<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact<\/strong>: T: (028) 7034 4723 W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com\">www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer Street Theatre returns animating the seaside resorts\nof Ballycastle, Portrush and Portstewart.&nbsp; Enjoy a silly slapstick moment,\nlaugh at the traditional Punch &amp; Judy show or gaze in awe at the talents of\nthe fire manipulators as they breathe and juggle fire. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>STENDHAL FESTIVAL OF ART<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Friday 16 &amp; Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Ballymully\nCottage Farm, Limavady BT49 0NQ<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T:\n(028) 7776 0650 E: <a href=\"mailto:info@stendhalfestival.com\">info@stendhalfestival.com<\/a>\nW: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.stendhalfestival.com\">www.stendhalfestival.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dawn the flower crown, find your wellies and be prepared to\ncelebrate all things creative! Stendhal is an award-winning outdoor music and\narts festival which sees over 100 musical acts across 4 stages. In addition to\nthe musical talent on show, there are a host of activities with art, sculpture,\ncraft, poetry and digital innovations at their core and much, much more.\nTickets also available from Limavady Visitor Information Centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IRISH FEAST FOOD\nTOURS &#8211; BALLYCASTLE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Friday 16 &amp; Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>10.00am \u2013 2.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Departing Ballycastle Visitor Information\nCentre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.irishfeast.com\/\">www.irishfeast.com<\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nBallycastle Food Tour showcases an amazing array of local, artisan, award\nwinning food and drink in an unexpectedly gourmet, historical town.&nbsp;\nEnthusiastic Irish Feast guides takes you to six unique venues from cafes to\ndelis, from bakehouses to pubs over approximately&nbsp;two miles of a gentle\nstroll.&nbsp; Cost \u00a340pp. Bookable through&nbsp;all Visitor Information Centres\nor directly through Irish Feast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IRISH FEAST FOOD\nTOURS \u2013 BUSHMILLS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Friday 16 &amp; Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>10.00am \u2013 2.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Departing Bushmills Visitor Information\nCentre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.irishfeast.com\/\">www.irishfeast.com<\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nBushmills Food Tour offers local, award winning food and drink in an often\noverlooked, pretty little village beside the Giant\u2019s Causeway. Join\nenthusiastic Irish Feast guide who will take you to 6 unique venues and\nintroduce you to the people who catch, grow, make and bake our truly delicious\nlocal food. Cost \u00a340pp. Bookable through&nbsp;all Visitor Information Centres\nor directly through Irish Feast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PORTRUSH SUMMER THEATRE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date<\/strong>: Friday 16 &amp; Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time<\/strong>: Performance nightly at 8pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue<\/strong>: Portrush Town Hall, 1 Mark Street,\nPortrush BT56 8DX<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact<\/strong>: T: (028) 7082 9539 W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.audf.org.uk\">www.audf.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>63rd PORTRUSH\nSUMMER THEATRE 2019 in conjunction with Causeway Coast &amp; Glens Borough\nCouncil. Live Comedy Theatre\nsuitable for all the family during the summer months. WIDOW&#8217;S PARADISE\nby Sam Cree &#8211; performed by The Country Players &amp; Glarryford YFC. Tickets\nAdults \u00a39 \/ Concession OAP \u00a38 \/ Children \u00a35.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AQUAHOLICS INISHTRAHULL ISLAND BASKING SHARK SEA SAFARI<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Friday 16 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 10.00am &#8211; 4.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Portstewart Harbour BT55 7AY<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> T: (028) 7083 2584 E: <a href=\"mailto:info@aquaholics.co.uk\">info@aquaholics.co.uk<\/a> W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aquaholics.co.uk\">www.aquaholics.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Experience a spectacular sea safari trip travelling through\none of the most popular areas in the world to spot basking sharks. Cost \u00a360pp \/\nChildren under 12: \u00a340.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FAMILY FILM FRIDAY: ISLE OF DOGS<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Friday\n16 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>11.00am\n(Autism Friendly) &amp; 2.00pm (General)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Roe\nValley Arts &amp; Cultural Centre, Limavady<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong>\nT: (028) 7776 0650 E: <a href=\"mailto:information@rvacc.co.uk\">information@rvacc.co.uk<\/a>\nW: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.roevalleyarts.com\">www.roevalleyarts.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us for Family\nFilm Friday! Isle of Dogs is a stop-motion-animated science-fiction\nadventure film written, produced and directed by the award-winning Wes\nAnderson. Set in a dystopian near-future Japan, the story follows a young boy\nsearching for his dog after the species is banished to an island following the\noutbreak of a canine flu. Tickets \u00a33\nor Family Ticket of Four \u00a310.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS \u2013 CATCH &amp; SEA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Saturday 17 &amp; Sunday 18 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>6.45am<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Departs from Portrush Harbour BT56 8DF<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T:07912 408 256 E: <a href=\"mailto:causewayfoodie@gmail.com\">causewayfoodie@gmail.com<\/a>\nW: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com\">www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A truly unique experience unlike anything else found\nanywhere in Ireland. This trip offers guests a sunrise departure for an early\nmorning fishing trip where they can learn how to catch their mackerel\nbreakfast. Cost \u00a360pp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RAMBLE ON RATHLIN <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday 17 &amp; Sunday 18 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>11.00am<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Departing from Ballycastle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> 07723921022<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join a local guide and historian on a short walk discovering\nthe island\u2019s history, heritage and industry. The gentle circular walk lasting\n1.5 hours finishing at the harbour just outside the Manor House makes for a\nmemorable day with Nine Glens Walking Tours! Ferry travel is not included. Cost\n\u00a310pp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CAUSEWAY COAST ARTISTS &#8211; ANNUAL AUGUST CRAFT FAIR<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 10.30am &#8211; 4.30pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Portballintrae Village Hall, Portballintrae\nBT57 8RT<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> E: <a href=\"mailto:info@causewaycoastartists.co.uk\">info@causewaycoastartists.co.uk<\/a>\nW: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.causewaycoastartists.co.uk\">www.causewaycoastartists.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags,\nphotographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. Free admission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FAMILY FAIRY-TALES STORYTELLING WITH LIZ WEIR<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 11.00am &#8211; 12.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Roe Valley Arts &amp; Cultural Centre,\nLimavady<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> T: (028) 7776 0650 E: <a href=\"mailto:information@rvacc.co.uk\">information@rvacc.co.uk<\/a> W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.roevalleyarts.com\">www.roevalleyarts.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us for a\nwonderful morning of fairy-tales\nwith storyteller Liz Weir. Liz is the author of two collections of stories Boom\nChicka Boom and Here, There and Everywhere (The O\u2019Brien Press). She especially\nlikes to share stories which encourage children to join in and enjoy the magic\nof listening to a good story, well told. FREE Event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>THE HISTORY OF TOM THUMB<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 12.00pm &#8211; 3.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Roe Valley Arts &amp; Cultural Centre,\nLimavady<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> T: (028) 7776 0650 E: <a href=\"mailto:information@rvacc.co.uk\">information@rvacc.co.uk<\/a> W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.roevalleyarts.com\">www.roevalleyarts.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Banyan Theatre Company present &#8216;The History of Tom Thumb&#8217; a\nshow for children and families age 3-11yr, a lively and comic tale told through\npuppetry, storytelling, object theatre and music. The show is followed by the\nopportunity to make your own puppet at a puppet making workshop at 1.15pm\n-2.15pm. Tickets \u00a35 or Family Ticket of Four \u00a318.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GUTSY GIRLS SUP TASTER DAY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>1.30pm \u2013 4.30pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Longline Surf School,Benone Strand<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>E: <a href=\"mailto:natalie@gutsygirls.co.uk\">natalie@gutsygirls.co.uk<\/a>\nW: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gutsygirls.co.uk\">www.gutsygirls.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us for our Women Only SUP Taster Day. Learn to SUP on\nthe River Roe, a beautiful tranquil setting for a day out in nature! Overlooked\nby Binevenagh, the mountain range used in the film of Game of Thrones, it\u2019s an\nepic location with dramatic backdrops and a fantastic escape from the city! Try\nout our wide range of paddleboards, get outside and meet likeminded women! Cost\n\u00a345pp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>DOWNHILL\u2019S SECRET GARDENS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 2.00pm \u2013 4.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Downhill Demesne, Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51\n4RP<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> T: (028) 7084 8728W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/downhill-demesne-and-hezlett-house\">www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/downhill-demesne-and-hezlett-house<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ranger led tour of Downhill Gardens. Learn more about the\nhistoric walled garden and lost arboretum, now coming back to life. Meet at\nBishop\u2019s Gate. Booking Essential. Normal Admission applies. Members FREE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AQUAHOLICS DUNLUCE CASTLE &amp; THE GIANT\u2019S CAUSEWAY SEA\nSAFARI TRIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 2.00pm \u2013 5.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Portstewart Harbour, Portstewart BT55 7AY<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> T: (028) 7083 2584 E: <a href=\"mailto:info@aquaholics.co.uk\">info@aquaholics.co.uk<\/a> W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aquaholics.co.uk\">www.aquaholics.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aquaholics\u2019 Tour of Dunluce Castle, Skerries, White Rocks\nand the whole of the Giant\u2019s Causeway right up to Benbane Head. Cost \u00a335pp \/\nChildren Under 12 \u00a315.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CAUSEWAY COAST TRUCK FEST WEEKENDER<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday 17 &amp; Sunday 18 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> Sat 7pm \u2013 10pm &amp; Sun 10am \u2013 4pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> NW200 Paddock, Ballyreagh Road, Portstewart,\nBT55 7PT<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> T: (028) 7772 2221 E: <a href=\"mailto:info@causewaytruckfest.com\">info@causewaytruckfest.com<\/a> W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.causewaycoasttruckfest.com\">www.causewaycoasttruckfest.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Causeway Coast Truck Festival is back bigger than ever\nfor its 5th Anniversary, with the TruckFest Weekender. This year\u2019s show will\nsee over 600+ of the finest show and working trucks from all over Ireland\ngather in this legendary venue on the North Coast, with trucks also visiting\nfrom Scotland, Wales and England. Something for all the family, including Food\nand Trade Village which will showcase the offerings of the Causeway Coast, and\nlive entertainment on the Anchor Complex Live Stage. Followed by our Famous\nTruck convoy at 4.00pm. Admission FREE. All proceeds to NI Air Ambulance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BELVOIR PLAYERS PRESENT\u2026. WEDDING FEVER <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 8.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Riverside Theatre, Ulster University, Cromore\nRoad, Coleraine BT52 1SA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> T: (028) 7012 3123 W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ulster.ac.uk\/riverside\">www.ulster.ac.uk\/riverside<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Belvoir Players present a classic Sam Cree comedy, following\nthe course of an engagement through to a wedding day, taking in a strike, a\nmajor operation and a few guests along the way. A guaranteed night of laughter\nthat you will not want to miss. Tickets Full \u00a311 \/ Concession \u00a39.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SUMMER FIREWORKS EVENING<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Saturday 17 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Ramore Head, Portrush<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T: (028) 7034 4723 W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com\">www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prepare to watch in awe as the sky bursts with colour at\nthis family fun event! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BENONE ARTISAN MARKET<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Sunday 18 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>11.00am \u2013 4.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Benone Tourist Complex BT49 0LQ<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T: 07723 622 008 W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk\">www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naturally North Coast and Glens market moves to Benone\nTourist Complex for the summer months. Market visitors will have every sense\ntantalised through the colourful art and crafts, the delicious aromas, taste of\nfresh food produce and the sound of musicians providing a backdrop to the buzz\nof traders and customers chatting and laughing. FREE Admission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MUSIC SUNDAY\u2019S AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Sunday 18 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 12.00pm &#8211; 3.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Downhill Demesne, Mussenden Road, Castlerock\nBT51 4RP<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> T:&nbsp; (028) 7084 8728 W:&nbsp; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/downhill-demesne-and-hezlett-house\">www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/downhill-demesne-and-hezlett-house<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy some local musical talent in Mussenden Temple to\naccompany your Sunday afternoon walk. Performance by Rachel &amp; Damien\n(Violin &amp; Classic Guitar). Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome. FREE\nevent but normal admission charges apply. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AQUAHOLICS PUFFIN EXPRESS &amp; CARRICK-A-REDE SEA SAFARI<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Sunday 18 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>3.00pm &#8211; 5.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Ballycastle Marina BT54 6BT<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T: (028) 7083 2584 E: <a href=\"mailto:info@aquaholics.co.uk\">info@aquaholics.co.uk<\/a> W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aquaholics.co.uk\">www.aquaholics.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Travelling across to Rathlin SW corner, view the seals then\ntravel around Bull Point to the West Light house to find the puffins, gannets,\ngullimots, fumars, razorbills etc. Speed across to Carrick A Rede ropebridge to\nenjoy the views and why not jump in for a swim. Next stop Kenbane Castle,\nbefore returning to Ballycastle. Cost \u00a335pp \/ Children Under 12 \u00a315.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AROUND RATHLIN CRUISE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Monday 19 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>5.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Ballycastle Marina BT54 6BT<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T: (028) 2076 9299 E: <a href=\"mailto:info@rathlinballycastleferry.com\">info@rathlinballycastleferry.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us for a special trip around Rathlin Island and explore\nthe enchanted Isle from the sea. On board tour guide Caoimhin will provide\ncommentary and tell tales of Folklore, of shipwrecks and sailors all while we\nsee some of the most dramatic coastline of Ireland. Highlights of the trip\ninclude Bruce&#8217;s Cave, West Light Seabird Stacks, Shipwrecks, Unique Views and\nlots more! Cost: Adults \u00a320 \/ Child (5-15) \u00a310. Booking essential. Contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Rathlin-Island-Ferry-Ltd-196883733700472\/\">Rathlin\nIsland Ferry Ltd<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>DOWNHILL GARDENS AND ESTATE TOURS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date<\/strong>: Wednesday 21 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time<\/strong>: 2.00pm \u2013 4.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue<\/strong>: Downhill Demesne, Castlerock, BT51 4RP<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact<\/strong>: T: (028) 7084 8728 E: <a href=\"mailto:downhilldemesne@nationaltrust.org.uk\">downhilldemesne@nationaltrust.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity to join our knowledgeable\ngardener and learn more about the historic gardens at Bishop\u2019s Gate. Meet at\nBishop\u2019s Gate. Normal Admission applies. Members FREE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PORTRUSH SUMMER THEATRE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date<\/strong>: Wednesday 21 \u2013 Saturday 24 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time<\/strong>: Performance nightly at 8pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue<\/strong>: Portrush Town Hall, 1 Mark Street,\nPortrush BT56 8DX<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact<\/strong>: T: (028) 7082 9539 W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.audf.org.uk\">www.audf.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>63rd PORTRUSH\nSUMMER THEATRE 2019 in conjunction with Causeway Coast &amp; Glens Borough\nCouncil. Live Comedy Theatre\nsuitable for all the family during the summer months. FAMILY FEVER by\nSam Cree&nbsp;&#8211; performed by the Lambeg Players. Tickets: Adults \u00a39 \/\nConcession OAP \u00a38 \/ Children \u00a35.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NORTHCOAST SMOKE HOUSE TASTE AND TOUR<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Thursday 22 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:&nbsp; <\/strong>11.00am<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>North Coast Smokehouse Ltd, 3\/61\nLeyland Road, Ballycastle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>07835 403340<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover what happens in a\nmicro-smokery during a North Coast Smokehouse Tour and Taste event. Tours\nrun&nbsp;<strong>every Thursday throughout the year<\/strong>&nbsp;giving\nparticipants the opportunity to learn about the smoking process and how it\nconnects us to the past. Tour participants will also have the opportunity to\ntry delicious award-winning products including the renowned smoke-roasted\norganic salmon and smoked dulse seaweed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ST. PATRICK\u2019S SUMMER RECITALS<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Thursday 22 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong>\n12.30pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>St.\nPatrick\u2019s Church of Ireland, 37 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AR<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T:\n(028) 7034 4213 E: <a href=\"mailto:admin@stpats.co.uk\">admin@stpats.co.uk<\/a>\nW: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.stpats.co.uk\">www.stpats.co.uk<\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lunch-time recitals by local, national and international\nartists. FREE admission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SUMMER COUNTRY &amp; COMEDY SHOW<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Thursday 22 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong>\n8.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Lodge\nHotel, Coleraine BT52 1NF<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T:\n(028) 7034 4848 E: <a href=\"mailto:info@thelodgehotel.com\">info@thelodgehotel.com<\/a>\nW: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thelodgehotel.com\">www.thelodgehotel.com<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join singer Curtis Magee for a night of Country &amp;\nComedy. Artists appearing on the night include Hugo Duncan, Steve Farlow,\nBoxcar Brian, Stephen Smyth, Kathy Kane, Gerard Dornan. Compere &#8211; Comedian Gary\nWilson. Tickets \u00a310.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>90 YEARS OF NW200 RACING SINCE 1929<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Thursday\n2 May &#8211; Saturday 31\nAugust&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\n<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>Mon-Thurs\n&amp; Sat 9am-5pm Fri 9am-4.30pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Ballymoney\nMuseum, The Town Hall, Townhead Street, Ballymoney,&nbsp;BT53 6BE<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T:\n(028) 2766 0230 E: <a href=\"mailto:cms@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk\">cms@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This new 90th anniversary exhibition explores the history of\nthe race, its riders, support staff and spectators, through a rich display of\nbikes, photographs and memorabilia. Admission free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IRISH HISTORY STARTS HERE EXHIBITION<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Thursday\n6 June \u2013 Wednesday 4\nSeptember&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\n<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>Tuesday\n&#8211; Saturday 11.00am \u2013 4.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Coleraine\nMuseum, Coleraine Town Hall BT51 1DE<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T:\n028 276 60230 E: <a href=\"mailto:cms@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk\">cms@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exhibition revealing the fascinating history of the\nColeraine area. Discover the history of local trades, industries, tourism and\nculture, local contributions to WWI and WWI, alongside some of the more famous\npeople including Hugh Thomson and Sam Henry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ROSELLA WATTON AUSTIN &#8211; THE POWER OF GOLD<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Wednesday\n19 June &#8211; Saturday 31\nAug&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>Mon\n&#8211; Fri 9.00am &#8211; 5.00pm. Sat 10.00am &#8211; 1.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Riverside\nTheatre, Ulster University, Cromore Road, Coleraine BT52 1SA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T:\n(028) 7012 3123 W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ulster.ac.uk\/riverside\">www.ulster.ac.uk\/riverside<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exhibition of\nstriking new work by the renowned local artist and Ulster University graduate\nRosella Watton-Austin, which has\nbeen inspired by the 50th&nbsp;anniversary of the University on the Coleraine\ncampus. Many of the pieces\nreflect the power of gold; objects that tell their own enduring stories of\nlife, love and death. Exhibition Launch Wed 19 June 6.30pm. Admission\nFREE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A BRUSH WITH NATURE<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Monday\n1 July \u2013 Saturday 28\nSeptember&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>Mon\n&#8211; Sat 9.30am &#8211; 5.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Roe\nValley Arts &amp; Cultural Centre, Limavady<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>T:\n(028) 7776 0650 E: <a href=\"mailto:information@rvacc.co.uk\">information@rvacc.co.uk<\/a>\nW: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.roevalleyarts.com\">www.roevalleyarts.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exhibition featuring a collection of Chinese watercolours by\nartist, Rong-Gin Yin. Launch will take place on Tuesday 2nd July at 11am and\nthere will be a live demonstration by Rong-Gin that morning. Refreshments will\nalso be served. Admission FREE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A STITCH IN TIME<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Thursday\n4 July &#8211; Saturday 31\nAugust&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\n<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>Thurs\n&#8211; Sat 2.00pm &#8211; 5.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Garvagh\nMuseum, 142a Main Street, Garvagh BT51 5AE<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong>\nT: 07714 959 691 E: <a href=\"mailto:info@garvaghmuseum.com\">info@garvaghmuseum.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A large collection of textiles celebrating the art of\nstitching from traditional to modern methods. Pride of place in the exhibition\nis the work of Ann Hanna Rashee. The exhibition also features traditional\npatchwork quilts as well as experimental embroidery of stitching on paper which\nwas inspired by the Book of Kells. Admission FREE. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>EXHIBITION OF NEW PAINTINGS BY JAMES MCNULTY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Thursday\n1 \u2013 Saturday 31 August<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>Wed\nto Sat 11am &#8211; 6pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Castlecat\nGallery, Bushmills<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong>\nT: (028) 2074 1682 W: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.jamesmcnultyartist.co.uk\">www.jamesmcnultyartist.co.uk<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>New work inspired by the North Coast shoreline in oils and\nwatercolours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SHEENA DEMPSEY EXHIBITION<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>Saturday\n3 \u2013 Friday 30 August<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time: <\/strong>Mon\n&#8211; Sat 9.30am &#8211; 5.00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue: <\/strong>Roe\nValley Arts &amp; Cultural Centre, Limavady<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong>\nT: (028) 7776 0650 E: <a href=\"mailto:information@rvacc.co.uk\">information@rvacc.co.uk<\/a>\nW: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.roevalleyarts.com\">www.roevalleyarts.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exhibition during August Children\u2019s Month by children\u2019s book\nillustrator and author Sheena Dempsey.\nOur galleries will have Kids Art Corners with drawing and books available. 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