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A taste of the Fleadh Cheoil at The Craft Village, Derry/Londonderry 2013
Short excerpts from the evening at the Craft Village, Derry, part of the Fleadh Cheoil 2013. Gives a taste of the music and amazing atmosphere we enjoyed - fantastic night! Was being streamed live as well by TnaG4, I was filming this above my head (not quite the same quality...lol) :-)
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.
Conor Mc Ginty | ''Say Something'' - (Live in The Craft Village, Derry)
This was Conor's 2016 UK #XFactor audition ... His own unique version of The Great Big Worlds ''Say Something'' - Conor gives credit to this song for giving him the break that he's been working so hard for!!
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.
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Bishop's Gate Hotel - Londonderry, United Kingdom - HD Review
Bishop's Gate Hotel - Book it now! -
The Grade B1-listed Bishop’s Gate Hotel is positioned within the historic city walls of Derry City’s Cathedral Quarter. Built in 1899, Bishop’s Gate Hotel blends Edwardian architecture, stylish appointments and luxurious facilities, which have been sensitively restored to pay homage to the rich heritage of the building, whilst exceeding the contemporary needs of its guests.
This landmark offers guests an intimate urban oasis featuring 31 luxurious guestrooms, including 2 suites, a residents lounge, fitness area, restaurant, champagne and cocktail bar and a 100-person capacity ballroom.
There is a 24-hour front desk at the property.
The hotel also offers bike hire. The Diamond is 350 feet from Bishop's Gate Hotel, while The Craft Village is 650 feet away. The nearest airport is City of Derry Airport, 7.5 miles from the property.
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.
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:
The Kashmir Krows - So What
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StColumb's Hall
Glenn dances in the historic StColumb's Hall Derry City NI.
The drummer's name is coming soon. Shot and edited by Alexander Plata
The Guildhall Square in Londonderry; The City's Event Centre
THE GUILDHALL SQUARE DERRY-LONDONDERRY -
The History of Guildhall - The Guildhall building is located in Derry, County Londonderry (see what we did there!), Northern Ireland, For Sat Nav’s – use the following postcode – BT48 6DQ. The Guildhall is one of Derry’s most outstanding landmarks and has been so since the 1800s. An iconic building that has seen many events and witnessed history in the making, Guildhall stands in the center of the city to this day as a must-see spot for visitors in Derry-Londonderry.
The Guildhall
It serves as a meeting place for the elected members of Derry and Strabane District Council. It is also home to the Derry City Council chamber and the Mayor’s Parlour. There are often events held here – from craft fairs to weddings. Halloween is always special in Derry – and The Guildhall plays an important part of that.
As you cross the entrance to The Guildhall, you’ll find a welcoming note “The Guildhall is one of Derry’s most recognizable landmarks and has been at the heart of city life since 1890.” As you continue down the hall, you’ll have a beautiful view of the majestic painted windows next to tall plaques retelling the history of the building and the region. The Guildhall also contains exhibitions showcasing old books that contain ancient maps and descriptions of the area as well. A maquette also stands detailing what seems to be what the region looked like in old times. The exterior of the building features neo-gothic architectural designs and a majestic clock tower.
The Guildhall includes a large hall where many social and political events have been held over the years, including Halloween carnivals, the Christmas lights switch-on, the Christmas European Market. The square in front of the Guildhall is the main city square in Derry-Londonderry, making it a focal location in the city, as they are also surrounded by shopping, cultural and touristic areas.
History & Architecture
Originally built by The Honourable The Irish Society in 1890 – this building was destroyed by fire in 1908 and rebuilt in 1912. The red sandstone building is of neo-gothic architecture, with Tudor overtones. The Guildhall contains stunning stained glass windows that portray the history of Derry, and were created by a Belfast firm called Campbell’s. It is also said that it has the second largest clock face in the British Isles (next to Big Ben). The building is basically made up of Dumfries sandstone, marble, oak panelling, ornate ceilings and stained glass windows.
Upon entering the building, one encounters a window featuring the Royal Coat of Arms, the Seal of Empire and the symbols of the principal British overseas Dominions, to celebrate imperial unity.
Historical Events Affecting Guildhall
As inner conflicts spread across Northern Ireland during The Troubles, a three-decade conflict between Irish nationalists and unionists, the Guildhall was subjected to several terror attacks. In 1972, the building was severely damaged by two bombs, but it was fortunately restored and reopened in 1977.
The Guildhall was also used as the location for the Saville inquiry; an official public investigation, into the events of Bloody Sunday.
On 27 August 1968 over one hundred demonstrators protested against housing conditions at Londonderry Corporation’s monthly meeting by occupying the Guildhall chamber.
The building also hosted a visit by US President Bill Clinton in 1995.
In 2010, a time capsule containing newspapers and coins dating back to 1887 has been discovered during the restoration work at the Guildhall in Derry City. The items date back to August 23rd, 1887 when the first foundation stones of Guildhall were built.
Stain Glass Windows - The Guildhall
In July 2016 the Guildhall welcomed its one millionth visitor since the restoration in 2013.
It is home to the Feis Doire Colmcille; a well-known event which celebrate Irish culture.
1980: Premiere of Brian Friel’s classic play, Translations.
Comments from Visitors
With millions of visitors who have passed through this beautiful site, it has already received numerous online reviews, such as: “Nice building with free access hosting temporary exhibitions and some permanent items in walking distance from the city centre”, “This is a beautiful building with so much History attached in the square where a lot of events take place... Close to all” and “This is a beautiful building both inside and out. Stand back and marvel at the architecture – as it climbs its way into the sky – you are free to look around indoors with certain areas restricted – but again a beautiful building.”
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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.
The Ireland Funds Flagship Grants: Grow It Yourself (GIY) The Cottage Market
The Ireland Funds is proud to support Grow It Yourself (GIY) Cottage Markets. Grow it Yourself (GIY) piloted the concept of Cottage Markets in 2015. Cottage Markets provide opportunities for people in both urban and rural communities to trade and develop their communities; they make a positive contribution to the local economy by supporting microenterprises, with community members selling crafts, baked goods, produce and other items. The Ireland Funds has committed a Flagship Grant of €60k over two years to roll out Cottage Markets in small towns and rural villages in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Derry city of culture new year fireworks
Derry new years eve fireworks 2013
Free Derry Corner
A drive through Derry, Londonderry, in N Ireland in the camper.
Musicans at fleadh cheoil na héireann 2013 Derry