A pet hate of mine
This flower bed, just beside the post office in Bangor, was supposed to reflect whatever was being promoted in the form of a flower display. Over the years it has…
North Coast Nov 2022
Perhaps not the best time of year to visit, but it is quiet and for the most part have the coast to yourself. As always the North Coast of Northern…
Royal Hotel Bangor
It really is sad to see the current state of The Royal hotel in City of Bangor in County Down. It is perhaps literally falling apart. The screen currently being…
Happy New Year
Hi Everyone, hope you had a great Christmas and are hopeful for the New Year. 2022 brought us the immense sadness due to the death of our Queen, but for…
Trinity Carol Service
Trinity Presbyterian in Bangor held its carol service on Sunday 18 December. It was encouraging to see the church so full for the service. Below is trinity output on YouTube…
Carols By Candlelight – Julia Hutchinson
Superb Carol Concert last night in Bangor Abbey. Featuring Julia Hutchinson and Donaghadee Male Voice Choir who were both excellent. Also appearing was a magical harpist from Newry, but I…
City of Bangor
In a ceremony that took place at Bangor Castle Princess Anne unveiled the city’s official warrant. Bangor in County Down has now formally received city status. City status was granted…
Bangor Christmas Switch On
Superb to see so many people on the seafront enjoying the Christmas tree switch on. The market in the old TK Maxx building was also a great hit.
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…