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Armagh, Cushendun and Tattenabuddagh

Anne Marie McAleese with the people, places and stories that make Northern Ireland unique - including apple blossoms in Armagh, preserving Cushendun's church and Meadow Musings.

57 minutes

Last on

Sat 29 Apr 2017 08:05

Apple Blossoms in Armagh

Apple Blossoms in Armagh

Armagh’s orchards are in full bloom this season – but not with Golden Delicious or Granny Smiths’. At this time of year, pink apple blossoms are the pick of the pack. Anne Marie has been down to Ballintaggart House just outside Portadown to meet fourth generation apple growers Philip and Helen Troughton.

Cushendun Big Arts Weekend

Cushendun Big Arts Weekend

175 years ago, Cushendun church first opened it's doors to the parish. However over the years the congregation dwindled, and it was deconsecrated in 2003. But all hasn't yet been lost, as Cushendun Buildings Preservation Trust are planning to develop the old church as an arts and community centre - kicking off with a reminiscence afternoon on Sunday as part of the village's Big Arts Weekend.

Magnificent Meadows in Fivemiletown

Magnificent Meadows in Fivemiletown
Is there a better way to spend your Spring weekends than a nice walk through meadows, decorated with wildlife and flowers? Ulster Wildlife and the Magnificent Meadows project have organised a "Meadow Musings" event this weekend, to encourage all ages and abilities to lap up their local gardens.

Full Steam Ahead in Antrim

Full Steam Ahead in Antrim
Forget high-speed rail - the biggest steam rally in Northern Ireland, and one of the top shows in the whole country, runs this weekend at Shanes Castle in Antrim.

Blue Plaque for Joan Trimble

Blue Plaque for Joan Trimble
Joan Trimble, one of the most distinguished musicians to have come from Ulster during the 20th century was honoured this week by the Ulster History Circle, in a special ceremony in her home town of Enniskillen.

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  • Sat 29 Apr 2017 08:05

Your Places

Your Places

The people, places and stories that make Northern Ireland unique.