Hedgy Pays A Visit
For many years we have had periodic visits from a hedgehog. We christened him Hedgy. Seems, however, that the lifespan of a wild hedgehog is around 2-5 years so its…
The Proclamation of King Charles III – County of Down – Bangor Town Hall
The Proclamation in County Down of the new King took place place on Sunday 11 September at 3pm at the Town Hall, Bangor Castle. Despite the weather there was an…
Our beloved Queen has died
It is with great sadness we learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The Monarch’s service to our nation was unsurpassed, she will be sorely missed. God…
Royal Black Institution Parade Bangor 2022
Royal Black came to Bangor on 27 August 2022 for their annual “Last Saturday” parade. It was a fabulous day with superb weather, the town was packed with visitors, Black…
Unboxing Canon EOS R3
Canon R3 Unboxing, initially surprised how light it was but when the 2.8 lens is added it becomes quite heavy. But not overly so!On test here is the RODE Wireless…
Walking test Canon R3
Following a recent firmware update to the Canon R3 I wanted to see how it performed whilst walking hand held. An area near where I live has been extensively modified…
Bangor Twelfth Parade 2022
12 July 2022 and marching by the Orange Order is back in full swing following all the Covid disruption. None more so than here in the newly appointed City of…
Bangor Castle Walled Garden
Bangor Castle Walled Garden is a haven of tranquillity just a short walk from the Town Hall or North Down Museum. Access by car is within the Aurora leisure centre…
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Beacon – Bangor City
Lighting of a beacon in celebration of Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee. It was a lovely night befitting of the occasion attended by the Deputy Mayor and John Witchell, Deputy Lieutenant…
Pipe Band Championships – Seafront Market – City Of Bangor
What a great day! The soon to be City of Bangor, courtesy of Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee, hosted Pipe Band Championships on 15 May 2022. To cap off this superb…