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The Titanic Festival-  2012

Belfast's most famous ship, Titanic will be commemorated in a Festival commencing 31st March to 31st May 2012.   Events will range from World class public events through to commemoration services.  Tours, talks, flims and exhibitions will all be part of this spectacular festival.  Please visit the website below for full details of events.

WebsiteNorthern Ireland Tourist Board

    CARNFUNNOCK  COUNTRY  PARK   2012

    Carnfunnock Country Park - just a mile from the apartments- is hosting their usual variety of exciting events this Summer.  From Birds of Prey displays, band concerts,  to an outdoor production of 'Sense and Sensibility on the 21st July.      The Park is an exciting place for young and old with walks, an award winning childrens play park, a childrens adventure center, an eight hole golf course, driving range and to round it all off a lovely cup of coffee in Cafe spice.  Have a look at their website to find out more

    WebsiteLarne Borough council

      HEART  OF  THE  GLENS  FESTIVAL  -4th to 12th August 2012

      A week long community festival with events to suit all ages.  Includes art workshops, music, vintage family fun day, mountain run, fireworks and theme nights.  One of the most successful community festivals in Northern Ireland.    The World's longest Waves of Tory is a must!!

       

      Contact :  JOANNE, AT 028 2177 1378 FOR FURTHER DETAILS

        HILLSBOROUGH  OYSTER  FESTIVAL -6th - 9th September, 2012

         

                                                                                                                                                                   Here in Ireland we are lucky to have the best oysters along our shores and our oyster festivals have become major tourist attractions both here and accross the water.   In Co. Down you can join the fun at the 18th annual Hillsborough Oyster Festival - live entertainment, gala ball, the oyster eating championship and much more - a great day out in the heart of the Mourne Mountains.    

        Colin Shirlow ate 233 Oysters in 3 mins and is the 2009 Champion 

        WebsiteHillsborough Oyster Festival

        Carrickfergus Castle

         Carrickfergus Castle hosts many events during the summer and one of the most popular is the Lughnasa Fair in July.  - enjoy local crafts, food and entertainment.   Do visit this wonderful website and learn about all the events taking place at Carrickfergus Castle and other venues in Northern Ireland in  2012.   A visit to historic Carrickfergus Castle is a must for the kids   The Castle is only 18 miles from the apartments and is a wonderful day out for all the family

        WebsiteNorthern Ireland Environment agency

        GLENARM  CASTLE

        Please visit Glenarm Castle's website to see what events are being held there throughout the year.  The Dalriada Festival is a major event sponsored by P & O and was held in 2011 for the 1st time.  the outdoor concerts were magnificent and 2012 promises to be even better.     The coffee shop in the walled garden will be open throughout the Summer and has proved to be  a favourite place for a relaxing lunch.    Visit the website below to find details of opening hours and prices.     

        WebsiteGlenarm Castle

        RSPB Reserves in Northern Ireland

        If birds are your thing, Northern Ireland is the place to come and visit.  Rathlin Island has one of the largest sea bird colonys in the British Isles and is home to the Rathlin puffins.  Even the very rare corncrake has made an appearance here in recent years and choughs are often to be seen.    Strangford lough is one of the RSPB's greatest successess in Northern Ireland and is a bird watchers paradise.   Follow the link below ot learn more about events being held in 2012.  Happy bird watching

        WebsiteRSPB Northern Ireland

        The National Trust Visitor Attractions in Northern Ireland

        From the Giant's Causeway and Carrick a Rede rope bridge to stunning houses such as Florencecourt and Castle Ward (to name but a few!) the National Trust is preserving and managing our built hertiage and coastlines with spectacular results.   The website below outlines all of the national Trust's projects in Northern Ireland and events in 2012. This site will give you a true flavour of our beautiful country.

        WebsiteNational Trust Northern Ireland

          NORTH  WEST  200  - Saturday 19th May 2012

           May is the month every motor bike enthusiast is waiting for.  The North West 200 motorbike road race is Ireland's largest outdoor sporting event and as usual takes place on the legendary triangle between Portrush, Portstewart and Coleraine.   More than 150,000 spectators line the roads to watch this exciting event.   The practice week takes on a festival atmosphere with concerts and other entertainement geared to include all the family.  

          WebsiteNorth West 200