Home for Christmas: Janet Devlin stars in Galgorm Collection’s new festive film

Janet Devlin joins Tiarnán O’Neill, Chief Finance Officer at Galgorm Collection, to celebrate the launch of Christmas All Around, the luxury hotel group’s new festive film.

Northern Ireland singer-songwriter Janet Devlin is the face – and voice – of Galgorm Collection’s new Christmas campaign, Christmas All Around, an emotive festive film celebrating the meaning of time, connection and togetherness during the holiday season.

The Gortin-born artist, known for her distinctive vocals and heartfelt storytelling, brings a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack to the cinematic production with her cover of Cyndi Lauper’s Time After Time.

The track underscores the film’s message about the value of slowing down and appreciating the people we love.

Devlin, who rose to fame on ITV’s The X Factor in 2011, has since released three studio albums – most recently Emotional Rodeo – and authored her 2020 memoir My Confessional.

Her evocative rendition of Time After Time, celebrated for its message of compassion and connection, forms the emotional spine of the campaign.

A Story About Time – the Most Precious Gift

Christmas All Around explores the question: What do you give, when what they really want… is time?

Shot across Galgorm Collection’s award-winning Northern Ireland properties, the film weaves together four warm, reflective vignettes capturing different expressions of time well spent – as a couple, as a family, as friends, or in moments of personal stillness.

Colin Johnston, Chief Executive Officer of Galgorm Collection, said:

“At Galgorm Collection, we’ve always believed that true luxury is about shared experience. Our festive film captures that belief at its most meaningful time of year. Christmas is about connection, reflection and joy, and Christmas All Around is our way of celebrating those moments that truly matter.

“We wanted to tell a story that resonates with everyone, reflecting the many ways time can be enjoyed - together with family, with friends, as a couple, or in quiet moments.

“Janet’s incredible vocal performance brings deep emotion to the film; her rendition of Time After Time perfectly complements the sentiment we wanted to convey. It’s a beautiful reminder that time, and particularly time spent together, is the most precious gift of all.”

The film seamlessly transitions between intimate couple moments at Galgorm, family celebrations at Roe Valley Resort, shared festive fun between friends at The Rabbit, and peaceful reflection at The Old Inn.

A Personal Message of Togetherness

Reflecting on her role, Janet Devlin said:

“It was an absolute pleasure to feature in Galgorm Collection’s festive film. Time After Time has always been one of my favourite songs and I feel it’s a natural fit for a story that speaks so sincerely about togetherness and slowing down.

“The film has warmth and humanity, and speaks on a subject that’s very close to my heart. I go home every single year for Christmas to spend time with family and friends, so I was honoured to be a part of something which carries that message and brings that story to life.”

Her performance guides viewers through moments of joy, surprise, stillness and reflection, offering a cinematic reminder of the quiet magic that defines a Galgorm Collection Christmas.

Launching on UTV

Christmas All Around, featuring Janet Devlin’s new recording, will air across television and digital channels throughout the festive season. The campaign launches yesterday evening (Thursday 13 November) on UTV, inviting audiences across Northern Ireland to pause, reflect, and cherish the moments that matter most.

Watch below!