A Scottish man, who referred to himself as “J. O’D. D." came over via ferry to Ireland in 1908 for a holiday, and travelled, via bicycle, along the beautiful North Antrim coast. The Glaswegian paid a visit to the Feis in Waterfoot.Here is what he had to say:— Ireland, oh, Ireland, centre of my longings, Country of my fathers, home of my heart. No people possess a … [Read more...] about Antrim Coast – 1908 Feis in Waterfoot
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Kitty of Coleraine
Coleraine is a town some 30 miles East of Londonderry and 55 miles Northwest of Belfast. The name comes from the Irish term 'Cúil Rathain' which means 'nook of the ferns'. The town is only a couple of miles inland from the stunning North coast (Causeway Coast). Poets in the past have been inspired by this coast. The River Bann runs through Coleraine, meaning … [Read more...] about Kitty of Coleraine
Downhill & Magilligan Poem, 1794
Downhill Strand, more commonly referred to as Benone Strand, is a stunning seven mile long beach on the North coast of Ireland. The iconic Mussenden Temple stands majestically above it. I have spent many happy days in the area. It is a must-see for any one visiting the North of Ireland.Downhill, Benone & Magilligan Rare Poem Here are a few fragments of an … [Read more...] about Downhill & Magilligan Poem, 1794
1896 Advert for White House in Portrush
The White House in Portrush Here is a wonderful 1896 newspaper advertisement for the young White House department store in Portrush.The store was founded in 1891, so it was only 5 years old at this point. The advert was in the Saturday October 3rd edition of the Coleraine Chronicle.The White House store is still going strong to this very day, well over a century … [Read more...] about 1896 Advert for White House in Portrush
Big Weekend at Portstewart 1950s
This photo was probably taken in Portstewart, in the early 1950s. It contains many friends, indeed many siblings. Ian Bloomfield, Lottie McCaughern (nee Mulholland), John Crockett, Rita Sufferin (nee Bloomfield), Sammy Mulholland, Bobby Armstrong, Maisie Kelso, Richard Mulholland. Lottie, Sammy and Richard were siblings - as were Ian and Rita Bloomfield.My father … [Read more...] about Big Weekend at Portstewart 1950s
