Derry Londonderry-An Amazing View of the Maiden City-Everyone should visit Derry and walk the walls.
Check out Derry now in this short video, see what Derry daily life is like. Derry is the 2nd city of Northern Ireland, it is situated in the UK, but on the Island of Ireland. It is often called the Maiden City or the Walled City in Northern Ireland.
Sometimes it is referred to as Derry and in other cases it is called Londonderry and this has been the subject of a name dispute between Irish nationalists and unionists; nationalists are the ones to call it Derry while unionists are those who refer to it as Londonderry. When it comes to the legal side, it is known as Londonderry.
It is not about the name of the city but it is about the things to do there and the places to visit in it. Our journey in this beautiful city started with Londonderry Courthouse which is one of the old buildings that are found in the city and which you will at some point pass by.
Austins was the second place to pass by in Derry/Londonderry. Austins is the world's oldest independent department store that was established back in 1830 by Thomas Austin and it has been working since that time until today. It is not just for the sake of shopping, but this old building is another reason why one will come to it and know more about the history of its foundation.
Among the other touristic attractions of this city in Northern Ireland, we came to the Bishop's Gate which was built at the suggestion of Bishop Hervey in 1789 to celebrate the centenary of the siege. Bishop's Gate will take you to Bishop's street and there you could have a stroll down doing nothing specific (
Among the list of places which we visited in Londonderry, we have been to The Craft Village. The Craft Village is the reconstruction of an 18th century street and 19th century square that provide an eclectic mix of artisan craft shops, balconied apartments and different restaurants and coffee shops which one could sit it and enjoy their time. We have walked across this village and loved every detail related to it and we would suggest it for those who will be visiting Derry anytime soon and there you will also find souvenir gifts to take back home to your friends and family.
Moving forward with our trip, we visited the Guildhall and Square which is another touristic attraction for people to visit while being in Derry. The Guildhall in Derry is an old building that is standing there from 1890 and it is the building in which the elected members of Derry and Strabane District Council meet. The old 17th century Guildhall was first located in the Diamond area of the Walled City but this building was then destroyed by fire and the new building was assigned to be built in a city square. In addition to the social and political meetings which are held in the Guildhall, this is also the place where the Feis Doire Colmcille - an event which celebrates Irish culture - is held. Guildhall Square which is just in front of the building is the main city square in Derry - Londonderry and is also the place where different important and beneficial events are usually held (
One of the other things that people tend to check while they are in Derry/Londonderry is the Peace Bridge. Peace Bridge was opened back in 2011 by Johannes Hahn and it is both a cycle and foot bridge that crosses over River Foyle. The aim of the bridge was to connect Ebrington Square to the rest of the city centre, and that what happened eventually with this bridge that is one of the newest three to be found in Derry (
The last stop in this video around the city of Derry in Northern Ireland is Shipquay Gate which is one of the original four city gates dating back from 1805. It is interesting to come across those different old gates which stand from the history until today but which will bring you to the modern world that you are living in - they give the city a different kind of atmosphere.
These are the places we passed by in Derry/Londonderry, but if you are searching for something more then you could check the rest of the gates found there and you could also consider visiting St. Columb's Park which is one of the most famous to be found in Derry/ Londonderry (
Back in 1613, the city was granted a Royal Charter by King James I and gained the London prefix to reflect the funding of its construction by the London guilds and from that time the legal name has been Londonderry although some people refer to it as Derry.
Derry tourism is growing in recent years - and there is plenty now to do in Derry on a night out. The city itself is a great walk with many historic points especially the walls that surround the city. Doire as it is called in Gaelic - is well worth a visit by any tourist
Derry Londonderry-An Amazing View of the Maiden City-Everyone should visit Derry and walk the walls.
'Boys Day Out 3' Ebrington Barracks
Ebrington Barracks was a military installation on the East of the River Foyle in Derry, Northern Ireland.
Us three old Belfast boys are on a train day trip, free bus/rail pass, day to the Maiden City of Derry/Londonderry. We are heading for the Peace Bridge but just before we walked over it I took a bit of film of historic Ebrington Barracks that date back to 1841. There was probably a military presence here long before that though.
Ebrington Barracks
The present barracks, named after Hugh Fortescue, Viscount Ebrington (later Earl Fortescue), were built on the site in 1841.
At the start of the First World War, the barracks were occupied by 1st Battalion Cheshire Regiment who proceeded to France with the Expeditionary Force and landed at le Havre on 16 August 1914.
At the start of the Second World War the barracks were home to 2nd Battalion, the South Wales Borderers before they were mobilised. During the latter part of the War part of the base was handed over to Royal Navy to become HMS Ferret. Munitions were stored at NAD Kilnappy and fuel at a fuel farm at Lisahally.
During the Troubles the barracks were the base of 8 Infantry Brigade. In April 2000 the Real Irish Republican Army lowered a device consisting of 5 lb of homemade explosives over the perimeter fence using ropes, and the bomb subsequently exploded damaging the fence and an unmanned guardhouse. Then in January 2001 the Real Irish Republican Army were responsible for a mortar attack on the barracks: one mortar landed inside the perimeter fence of the base after being fired from a parked van but no one was injured.
The barracks were closed when 8 Infantry Brigade moved to Shackleton Barracks in 2003 and the area in front of the barracks was redeveloped as Ebrington Square in 2011. The Peace Bridge, built across the River Foyle between the main part of the City on the West and Ebrington Square on the East, was opened in June 2011.
Guildhall Square will face increasing competition for the title of metropolitan Derry's main city square following the redevelopment of Ebrington Square which opened on Valentine's Day 2012 and linked to Guildhall Square via Derry's new Peace Bridge. Ebrington Square, Ireland's largest public realm, is larger than Trafalgar Square in London. It was the venue for the opening ceremony of the Cultural Olympiad of the London 2012 Olympic Games. It is to undergo extensive redevelopment, under the guidance of ILEX, including new offices, shops, nightclubs, restaurants, museums and hotels reflecting the surging demand for tourists who visited the city for City of Culture 2013
Warmest UK Halloween on record @ Londonderry/ Derry 2014
Halloween Events in Derry/ Londonderry.
Welcome to our world famous Hallowe’en celebration, the largest in Europe.
They’re the oldest unbroken ramparts in Europe and have stood witness to over 400 years of Derry’s fascinating history, and this Hallowe’en the city’s walls will become a stage for a fiery production of fantasy and mythical mischief.
For three days October 30 - November 1, the Walls will provide the atmospheric backdrop for the Awakening the Walls – Citadel of Dreams production, staged by celebrated landscape theatre company LUXe, the team behind last year’s impressive Inferno at Ebrington Square.
This year’s show has a distinctly more ethereal theme, with a theatrical dreamworld of light, fire, sculpture, and circus antics that will completely transform one of Ireland’s best know landmarks.
Speaking on behalf of the theatre company, Mark Hill explained some of the thinking behind the Citadel of Dreams which is one of the key highlights in the Banks of the Foyle Hallowe’en Carnival.
“This year’s performance will have a distinctly different flavour than last year, and it will be much softer and dreamlike in its approach,” he revealed.
“A lot of work has been done around the theme of dreams, and in creating the sensation of entering a dream world for the duration of your journey. There will be music, dancers, aerialists, and even a processional performance on the Grand Parade.
“When the opportunity arose to perform on the Walls we jumped at the chance, as it’s the perfect setting for a performance of this kind. Last year’s show was very dark and mischievous but this year we wanted to do something in keeping with the setting and the sense of history.
“We use light to create some beautiful visual effects and it’s a great opportunity for people to explore the Walls by night – you never know what you might come across.”
Festival and Events Manager with Derry City Council Karan Leonard said: “The City Walls are the perfect setting for an after dark Hallowe’en performance, and I’m looking forward to seeing the final preparations for the show after last year’s atmospheric Inferno production at Ebrington.
“It’s the perfect opportunity to either walk the Walls for the first time or experience them in a completely different light – and enjoy an unforgettable supernatural celebration.”
The Citadel of Dreams is a continuous performance around the Walls that will take around 30 minutes to complete. Viewers can begin the journey at St Columb’s Cathedral, and the performance will be ongoing throughout Viewers can begin the journey at St Columb’s Cathedral, and the performance will be ongoing throughout the evenings, beginning from 6.30pm – 8.30pm on Thursday and Saturday, and 5.30pm until 7pm on Friday.
The show is just one element in a packed programme of family events taking place throughout the Banks of the Foyle Hallowe’en Festival from October 25-November 2.
Other highlights include the creepy Chateau le Fear, Ebrington Square’s very own haunted house of horrors. The Square will also host the Freaky Fun Fair with spills and chills aplenty for all your little ghosts and ghouls running from now until November 2.
Add to this ghost tours, Hallowe’en Balls, a special Hallowe’en Horror film week at the Nerve Centre, the Killer Books Festival at the Verbal Arts Centre, Jackula japes at the Waterside Theatre, and spooky shows at St Columb’s Hall and you have all the ingredients for a fangtastic Hallowe’en.
Some fantastic mid-term value breaks are available in the city with full details at the web address below. So jump on the nearest ghost train and enter the City of Bones if you dare!
Christmas in Derry - Top Attractions in Derry/Londonderry
Merry Christmas!
Derry - or as it is also famously known as Londonderry - is a city on the River Foyle in Northern Ireland, that is known for the intact 17th century Derry's walls with its seven gates. There are different touristic attractions in Derry/Londondery in general, such as St. Columb's Cathedral, Peace Bridge, the Tower Museum, and more (
During the Christmas time, every other city will be a piece of art with its decorations, places to visit, and the things to be done, and we are taking you through the tour we have made during this time of the year in Derry/Londonderry and the places we have managed to visit.
Our first stop was the Guildhall, which is the building in which the elected members of Derry and Strabane District Council meet. This building was built back in 1890 and it is a place that one should pass by and see while being in Derry. The Guildhall is located in the center of the city, just outside the city walls and close to the Peace Bridge (
Since the Guildhall is located just next to Peace Bridge then it is a must for you to pass by it. Peace Bridge in Derry/Londonderry is a cycle and foot bridge across the River Foyle in Derry, Northern Ireland, that opened in 2011, connecting Ebrington Square with the rest of the city centre. Peace Bridge is the newest one to be built in the city of Derry/Londonderry (
Every single place is different during Christmas time, the whole country turns into a glittery place. We have walked through the streets of Derry/Londonderry to see and feel how Christmas feels like in this city, we have gone to markets, played some games, got into some cafes, and managed to see all the decorations done to the buildings, the restaurants, the streets, the markets, etc.
There are different places to visit and things to do in Derry/Londonderry anytime of the year - whether its Christmas or not. When you are visiting the Guildhall in Derry during Christmas, try to make sure you are choosing the perfect timing so that you would be able to check the Winterland Market as well, which was held from the 13th to the 16th of December 2018. In this market, there was a cinema, the market itself, and the Winterland Market bar.
Are you still thinking about the places to go to in Derry, Northern Ireland? You could go to the Mussenden Temple ( hit the Causeway Coastal Route which is one of the famous destinations in all of Northern Ireland ( the Tower Museum which is spread over five floors and its uppermost level gives stunning panoramic views of the Walled City and River Foyle, as well as walking down the old streets of the city and getting more introduced to the history that lies within.
Throughout the years, we have been to different cities and places in Northern Ireland during the festive time of Christmas and New Years, we have been to Antrim Castle Gardens which was all set up with the Christmas decorations and vibes ( we have also been to Belfast Christmas Market before, walking within those booths standing there with their products and enjoying a hot chocolate while walking through the decorations ( and we have even done some Christmas shopping in Belfast in one of the most famous shopping places there which is known as Victoria Square ( we have seen before the beautiful Christmas lights in Dublin, Ireland ( and finally we loved being in Lisburn before during this festive season so we could also attend the Christmas vibes there (
And who would not enjoy wandering the streets of a city that is decorated for Christmas and the New Years? Almost nobody. Wherever you are headed, you will always find those decorations that will attract your eyes to them and which you will immediately fall in love with.
This was our Christmas trip to Derry/Londonderry in Northern Ireland, where have you been this Christmas or where are you planning to spend the New Years Eve? Share with us your plans!
Have you ever been to Derry/Londonderry before? Have you ever visited the city during Christmas? Do you have any other recommendations for the places that people should visit during this time of the year? Share your ideas and recommendations with us through the comments below, we would love to hear all your stories and know more about your interesting vacations :-)!
Enjoy watching this movie about Christmas in Derry/Londonderry!
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Walking the Foyle Peace Bridge Derry/Londonderry
We're on our first 'Boys Day out,' train trip to Derry/Londonderry. Just off the train we three bus pass boys from Belfast head to the famous Peace Bridge. I have never seen this let alone cross it in real life. So this is a first for me!
The Peace Bridge is a cycle and foot bridge across the River Foyle in Derry, Northern Ireland. It opened on 25 June 2011, connecting Ebrington Square with the rest of the city centre. It is the newest of three bridges in the city, the others being the Craigavon Bridge and the Foyle Bridge. The 235 metres (771 ft) bridge was designed by AECOM, who also designed the Sutong Yangtze River Bridge, and Wilkinson Eyre Architects, who also designed the Gateshead Millennium Bridge. The bridge was opened to the public by EU Commissioner for Regional Policy, Johannes Hahn; accompanied by the First and deputy First Ministers, Peter Robinson and Martin McGuinness; and the Irish Taoiseach Enda Kenny. It is intended to improve relations between the largely unionist 'Waterside' with the largely nationalist 'Cityside', by improving access between these areas, as part of wider regeneration plans. The bridge also provides a crossing over the railway line approaching Waterside station. The bridge was funded jointly by the Department for Social Development (NI), the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government along with matching funding, totalling £14 million, from the SEUPB Peace III programme.
Carries Cyclists
Pedestrians
Crosses River Foyle
Locale Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland
Characteristics
Design Self-anchored suspension bridge
Total length 235 m (771 ft)[1]
Width 4 m (13 ft)
Longest span 101 m (331 ft)
History
Opened 25 June 2011
Bollywood dance # derry/ Londonderry/Uk
kerala Association will be holding its Onam Celebrations on the sep 13 th, 2014. The events will be as follows:
Onam cultural show on stage which will include the following:
Speeches by the President
Songs, dances
Presentation of awards to students who excelled in their exams in 20014
Onam Queen Contest
Onasadhya
Games for Children and Pookkalam contest
In view of the above, we would like to invite all our Malayalee and non-Malayalee friends to attend and participate in these grand celebrations. For more information please visit
ww.mayooram.org
With warm wishes
President
2011 - St. Paddy's Day, Derry City, Northern Ireland
Celebrations in and around L/Derry on St. Patrick's Day, March 2011. From Irish Dancing in the Foyleside Shopping Centre, to the big parade around the City Hotel.
Sons and Daughters - Emmett Conway Band and McConomy School of Irish Dancing
Emmett Conway Band and McConomy School of Irish Dancing performing at Sons and Daughters Concert
The Venue, Ebrington Square
Derry~Londonderry City of Culture 2013
Let it be Legen Derry !
It's the first family event in the culture calendar and will be a great day for the city,londonderry
LIVE FROM Ebrington Square, londonderry, northern ireland, will reverberate under the weight of 6,000 Annies dancing their way into the Guinness Book of Records. Organised by the Foyle School of Speech and Drama in association with the Foyle Hospice, it will be the largest co-ordinated song and dance routine ever, and if it lasts longer than three minutes and 14 seconds goes straight into the record books
Bishops Gate; The City Gate from the Walled City in Derry
Bishops gate in Derry/Londonderry is one of four original gates into the walled city. Today we would list 6 in total, which include - Butcher Gate, Bishop Gate, Ferryquay Gate, Castle Gate, New Gate and The Magazine Gate.
Bishop's Gate was replaced by the present structure in 1789 - which was to mark the first centenary of the closing of the gates by The Apprentice Boys of Derry.
You will see this on any tour of the walls of derry - hence why it is often referred to as the walled city. Derry would also be called the maiden city of Northern Ireland or Northern Ireland's second largest city and the 4th largest in Ireland.
The history that is carried behind these gates found in Derry/Londonderry make the need to see them in real more powerful and it usually astonishes people once they come to the location and stand in front of any of these gates and take in all the history standing in front of them and the beauty they tend to carry as well.
The gate which we visited this time in Derry/Londonderry was Bishops Gate and this present gate was built at the suggestion of Bishop Hervey in 1789 to celebrate the centenary of the siege. The head in the gate that is facing Bishop Street represents the River Boyne crowned by a laurel wreath and the date refers to the Battle of the Boyne in 1690, while the head that is facing outwards is the River Foyle and the date 1689 and the ship breaking the boom recall the relief of the 1689 siege.
Some of the names which are usually given to specific cities and towns tend to refer to a specific story that is carried behind and when it comes to referring to Derry/Londonderry as the Walled City then it is important for people to know about the walls of Derry which are surrounding a specific area there and which then have those different gates which we are talking about and which Bishops Gate is one of them.
Derry/Londonderry is the second largest city in Northern Ireland and these two different names and the fourth largest city in the island of Ireland, bringing to it lots of tourists to come and check what this big city has to offer them. The name Derry came from the old prefix Doire which means oak grove and this was actually the name mostly used until in 1613 when the city was granted the Royal Charter by King James I and gained the London prefix to reflect the funding of its construction by the London guilds, and that is the reason why you will find some people referring to it as Derry and other calling it Londonderry (
This old Walled City as it is referred to, lies at River Foyle which is spanned by two bridges with the Peace Bridge being the latest one to be built there ( that connect Ebrington Square to the rest of the city centre. The views which one get to see in Derry-Londonderry especially for those by the river that are found there, always make this city different along with the history that it has to offer.
The Bishops Gate and even the rest of those gates found in the city are all from the different touristic attractions that people have to visit when they are staying at Derry. Among those which will stand on the top of our list, we will suggest visiting Austins which was a department store in the Diamond Area of Derry that was established back in 1830 and which is now standing as the world's oldest department store to be ever built. There is also the Guildhall building in Londonderry and the square in front of it where lots of events tend to take place ( Adding to these different suggestions which we have, there is also the famous St. Columb's Cathedral and St. Columb's Park that is also found there ( and the Bishop Street Courthouse.
These are considered the highlights of Derry-Londonderry or which is also known as the Walled City or the Maiden City. Bishops Gate might be from the most important of these attractions because it tells the story of giving this city the name of the Walled City and thus give people the chance to understand the place they are visiting and the things they are going to see there.
Bishops Gate is one of the four gates which are found in the city, so if you are going to visit Derry-Londonderry soon and you are thinking about those places which you are supposed to see in this second largest city of Northern Ireland then checking this gate should be a must along with those other attractions which we have suggested.
It is also a great idea to pass by the rest of those gates if you have the time and if your plan will not be ruined.These will tell much about the city and will bring you through different historical places that you are going to enjoy in this beautiful and old city in Northern Ireland.
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Lumiere. Voyage by Novak. Derry/Londonderry, UK
Lumiere, one of amazing event at Derry/Londonderry, City of Culture 2013, UK.
Inspired by Austins' claim to be the world's oldest department store, Novak takes us on a whistlestop audio visual journey through time. Combining modern projection techniques and visuals, the viewer will be taken on a light-hearted, amusing and bizarre journey, custom built to fit the building's facade.
Austins Department Store was established in 1830, and is reputedly the world's oldest independent department store.
More details can be found from the event site:
Derry, londonderry, legenderry, ...changing to Greatderry !
Change Your Stripes...
derry, londonderry, legenderry, ...changing to Greatderry !
A magical Christmas lights up the City of Culture
Dates for your Diary
22nd November- 5th Jan 2014 Festival of Trees, Citywide
28th November- 01st Dec 2013 Lumiere
28th November- 08th Dec 2013 Broighter Hoard Exhibition, Tower Museum
23rd October- 05th Jan 2014 Turner Prize, Ebrington
10th December- 21st Dec 2013 Chistmas Market, Guildhall Square
12th December- 18th Jan 2014 Legenderry on Ice, Ebrington
Experience a feast of festive fun as Derry~Londonderry climaxes its incredible City of Culture year with a Christmas celebration that will be simply legenderry! The City of Song will be transformed into the City of Light as our magical Festival of Trees and amazing Lumiere illuminates the city in spectacular fashion.
There's so much for all the family to enjoy, from cultural highlights, such as the Turner Prize, hosted outside England for the first time, to all our traditional Christmas events, bigger and better than ever.
Enjoy delicious festive food and drink from all over the world, not to mention live music and entertainment, at our atmospheric Christmas Market in Guildhall Square. Discover unique Christmas gifts from the range of beautiful handcrafted items at the November Craft Fair, returning to the refurbished Guildhall this year.
For the first time our famous Christmas Lights Switch-on will take place at Ebrington Square, while there's all kinds of family fun at Guildhall Square as the kids help Santa to save Christmas!
For the first time LegenDerry On Ice is set to bring an authentic ice skating rink to the heart of the city as Ebrington Square is set to be transformed into a sparkling Winter wonderland. For the perfect traditional outing for the entire family, come visit the spectacular 600 square meter ice rink which will open daily from December 12th with allocated timed sessions each day. With all the charm and enchantment of an outdoor skating area, the rink will be covered by a marquee to offer a safe and fully supervised skating experience for people of all ages. A small 'kiddie' rink will be allocated for very young children and as many of those attending may not have skated before, 1 hour skating lessons will be available to book also.
This Christmas Legenderry On Ice is proud to bring ice skating to Ebrington for the first in association with Ilex and in support of Foyle Hospice during the 2013 UK City of Culture year.
Discover An Intercultural NI Film nwmf.org.uk
North West Migrants Forum
10 Fountain Street,
Derry Londonderry,
Northern Ireland, BT48 6QX.
Phone:
0287 136 2184 | 0788 020 7223
Email: info@nwmf.org.uk
North West Migrants Forum celebrate another milestone with the film premiere highlighting the many wonderful achievements of the young people who took part in the Discover an Intercultural NI project throughout 2018-2019 being shown at the Playhouse in the city.
CultureTech Derry 2012
A few photos taken during the fabulous CultureTech Festival 2012. Locations include Ebrington, The Playhouse, Millennium Forum, Craft Village, Foyleside and Guildhall Square. Looking forward to next year already :)
CultureTECH is a four-day festival of all things digital. Part tech/media conference, part music and arts festival, the team created a new kind of festival that blends work with play and encourages exploration and discovery across film, TV, animation, gaming, music, publishing, advertising and digital arts.
New bridge across The Foyle, Derry 2010
The new Peace and Reconciliation Bridge spanning The River Foyle, Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland is gaining pace. Work started in September 2009 and hopes to be completed by Spring 2011. It will stretch from the former British Army base at Ebrington, on The Waterside over to near The Guildhall on The City side. The area around The Guildhall and Waterloo Place has also been redesigned. The City of Derry has been named as UK City of Culture 2013. Click on the play button and then click on 360p and select 1080p for high definition playback. Also check out the January 2010 and November 2010 videos.
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The Walled City Tattoo 2013 (Extended Promotional Video)
The Walled City Tattoo 2013 - Extended Promotional Video
28th-31st August 2013, Ebrington Square, Derry~Londonderry, UK City of Culture 2013
For tickets and more info please visit walledcitytattoo.com or Tel Box Office: 02871 264455
Thanks to Bluebird Media, Top Secret Drums Corps & Basel Tattoo, for extended footage.
Peace Bridge welcomes to Spring Carnival @ Derry~Londonderry 2014
Welcome, Fáilte Fair faa ye, 歡迎 أهلاً و سهلاً ,
Witamy,Sveiki atvykę, Bem-vindo, Maligayang pagdating, स्वागत, ਜੀ ਆਇਆਂ ਨੂੰ , স্বাগত, خوش آمدید , Bienvenue, Karibu
Derry-Londonderry will celebrate the St Patrick's Bank Holiday weekend in style with a wide range of events starting on running throughout the weekend including children's activities, treasure hunts, games, arts, crafts, live, light installations, park runs and live music throughout various locations in the city and at the shared site at Ebrington.
Highlights:
Annual St. Patrick's Day Carnival Parade
Date: Monday 17th March @ 2pm
Location: Departs DCC Car Park at 2pm travels around the city
300 participants will take part in the annual fantastical parade where music, magic and myth will combine in a carnival pageant rich of folklore, giants and warriors who parade through the streets of the city for a Legenderry celebration to honor St Patrick.
Global Greening Campaign
Date: 15th -17th March
Derry-Londonderry as earned its place as one of the coolest city's and will join the Global Greening Campaign set to turn some of their most significant landmarks green for the duration of St Patrick's weekend. Look out for the Peace Bridge, Ebrington Clock Tower, Guildhall, Playhouse building and Derry City Council offices in a spectacular visual tribute to our patron saint.
TRAD TRAINGLE
Date: 15th -- 17th March 2014
Time: 1pm-7pm daily
Location -- Three outdoors stages in Waterloo St, The Craft Village and New Market
Organised by An Cultúrlann and featuring some the best new musicians on the trad scene, plus many who performed at the hugely successful 2013 Fleadh the streets across Derry-Londonderry will once again ensure ceol agus craic as they become awash with live music performances.
Legenderry Food Festival
Date: 15th -17th March 2014
Time: 12noon -- 6pm daily
Location - Guildhall Square
Showcasing a range of foodstuffs on offer from the city, the wider North West Region and Northern Ireland, this will delight foodies with themes such as 'Plot to Plate' and 'Grown here not Flown here' celebrating all that is local. Complete with celebrity demonstrations, live cook offs and a range of family activities over the weekend this is not to be missed.
Seachtain na Gaeilge 2014 / Irish Language Week
Date: 5th -- 17th March 2014
Locations: Various
Irish Language Week is celebrated each year by Irish speaking communities throughout the island of Ireland. It is the biggest international Irish language festival which aims to inspire the public use of the language with a programme of fun events
Derry/ Londonderry 2014 @ Lá Le Cultúr ..... A Day With Culture !
Lá Le Cultúr ..... A Day With Culture !
A magical Christmas lights up the City of Culture
Dates for your Diary
22nd November- 5th Jan 2014 Festival of Trees, Citywide
28th November- 01st Dec 2013 Lumiere
28th November- 08th Dec 2013 Broighter Hoard Exhibition, Tower Museum
23rd October- 05th Jan 2014 Turner Prize, Ebrington
10th December- 21st Dec 2013 Chistmas Market, Guildhall Square
12th December- 18th Jan 2014 Legenderry on Ice, Ebrington
Experience a feast of festive fun as Derry~Londonderry climaxes its incredible City of Culture year with a Christmas celebration that will be simply legenderry! The City of Song will be transformed into the City of Light as our magical Festival of Trees and amazing Lumiere illuminates the city in spectacular fashion.
There's so much for all the family to enjoy, from cultural highlights, such as the Turner Prize, hosted outside England for the first time, to all our traditional Christmas events, bigger and better than ever.
Enjoy delicious festive food and drink from all over the world, not to mention live music and entertainment, at our atmospheric Christmas Market in Guildhall Square. Discover unique Christmas gifts from the range of beautiful handcrafted items at the November Craft Fair, returning to the refurbished Guildhall this year.
For the first time our famous Christmas Lights Switch-on will take place at Ebrington Square, while there's all kinds of family fun at Guildhall Square as the kids help Santa to save Christmas!
For the first time LegenDerry On Ice is set to bring an authentic ice skating rink to the heart of the city as Ebrington Square is set to be transformed into a sparkling Winter wonderland. For the perfect traditional outing for the entire family, come visit the spectacular 600 square meter ice rink which will open daily from December 12th with allocated timed sessions each day. With all the charm and enchantment of an outdoor skating area, the rink will be covered by a marquee to offer a safe and fully supervised skating experience for people of all ages. A small 'kiddie' rink will be allocated for very young children and as many of those attending may not have skated before, 1 hour skating lessons will be available to book also.
This Christmas Legenderry On Ice is proud to bring ice skating to Ebrington for the first in association with Ilex and in support of Foyle Hospice during the 2013 UK City of Culture year.