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Permission granted for new junior parkrun at Antrim Castle Gardens
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Operations Committee has given permission for a new junior Parkrun at Antrim Castle Gardens to...
Sep 6, 2023


Sensory Day returns to Belfast Zoo this September!
Belfast Zoo’s Sensory Day is back! A fun filled day of free sensory activities is planned on Saturday 9 September 2023. This special...
Sep 5, 2023


Special 21-round gun salute at Hillsborough Castle to mark His Majesty The King’s Accession Day
A special 21-round gun salute will be fired at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens this week to mark His Majesty The King’s Accession Day,...
Sep 5, 2023


Shilnavogie Sheepdog Trial returns this week to the beautiful Antrim Hills
Having celebrated 30 years of the event last year, the Shilnavogie Sheepdog Trial course is set once again, against the backdrop of...
Sep 5, 2023


The Blame Game returns to Ballymena
Fancy being part of the audience for a radio recording of The Blame Game? The Blame Game is one of BBC Northern Irelands most popular...
Sep 3, 2023


Autumn Fair returns to Belfast Botanic Gardens
Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Ryan Murphy is joined by sisters Molly and Lily Brady to launch this year’s Autumn Fair Belfast’s scenic...
Aug 31, 2023


Cast & creative team announced for Northern Ireland’s biggest panto!
Belfast’s Grand Opera House has announced the cast and creative team for its 2023 pantomime, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which is...
Aug 31, 2023


Belfast Castle maze given new lease of life
Chair of the Cave Hill Conservation Campaign Cormac Hamill pictured with Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Ryan Murphy at the recently...
Aug 28, 2023


Your guide to the Ould Lammas Fair in Ballycastle-O!
The Ould Lammas Fair is a traditional fair held in Ballycastle, County Antrim every year on the last Monday and Tuesday of August. It is...
Aug 27, 2023


Countdown is on to the historic Laying up of Colours ceremony and parade in Ballymena
With just one week to go to the historic Laying up of Colours ceremony and parade in Ballymena, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is...
Aug 26, 2023


Delve into the trial of the ‘Islandmagee Witches’ this Autumn in MEA
The spellbinding story of the last witch trial in Ireland is set to come alive this Autumn through a series of bewitching exhibitions,...
Aug 25, 2023


Uncover natural benefits and beautiful landscapes with Sperrins Walking
Sperrins Walking guide Mairéad McCallion pictured with Louise McDermott, Sperrins Partnership, Derry City and Strabane District Council...
Aug 22, 2023


Dobbies begin search for Santas and Elves in Antrim and Lisburn!
Dobbies, the UK’s leading garden centre, is officially counting down to Christmas with its Santa and Elf recruitment drive. The team is...
Aug 21, 2023


‘Morellis Italian Ice Cream Job’ returns to the Port with hundreds of Minis and free entertainment
(L-R) Daniella Morelli (sponsor), Brian Moore (Compere), Jonny Callan (Causeway Coast Mini Club), 'Mr Morelli', Karen McDowell (Causeway...
Aug 21, 2023


Carrickfergus prepares for siege as part of spectacular historical re-enactment!
One of the most colourful, historical re-enactment events of the year takes place on Bank Holiday Monday at Castle Green in...
Aug 15, 2023


Antrim Forum celebrates 50 years in style with the opening of a £2.4m State-of-the-Art Fitness Suite
Antrim Forum marks 50 years with a £2.4m investment with a state-of-the-art fitness suite, complete with the latest innovative equipment...
Aug 15, 2023


Historic landmarks and hidden gems to be showcased during European Heritage Open Days 2023
Galgorm Cottage is a thatched property previously used as a police station in 1724. The Department for Communities is encouraging the...
Aug 13, 2023


NEW: Kingdom of the Barbary Lion opens at Belfast Zoo!
The ‘Kingdom of the Barbary Lion’ has been officially opened this week by the Lord Mayor of Belfast at Belfast Zoo. Studio Willms was...
Aug 10, 2023


Ulster Pipe Band and Drum Major Championships return to Antrim
(L-R) Rebekah Keery (Michelle Johnston School), Winston Pinkerton (President, RSPBANI), Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Mark...
Aug 8, 2023


Ryder Cup hopefuls MacIntyre & Perez set for World Invitational in Ballymena & Castlerock
Robert MacIntyre (Scotland) and Victor Perez (France) Robert MacIntyre and Victor Perez will continue in their quest to claim a place on...
Aug 8, 2023
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