Shipyard workers throughout history have faced a myriad of hazards in their daily work, leading to industrial diseases and accidents. From chemical exposures to machinery accidents, the risks were numerous and often led to devastating consequences. Additionally, the evolution of…
The Belfast Blitz, a harrowing chapter in the city’s history, has left an indelible mark on the collective memory of its inhabitants. Yet, in the realm of fiction, this tumultuous period remains largely unexplored, overshadowed by other narratives of war…
All Souls Church, located on Elmwood Avenue, was constructed in 1895-96. Originally built for the congregation of the 2nd Presbyterian Church in Rosemary Street, the church was renamed All Souls upon their relocation before the turn of the century. In…
Located in front of the iconic Lanyon Building at Queen’s University Belfast, the War Memorial stands as a poignant tribute to the employees and students of the university who lost their lives or went missing during the World Wars. Erected…
The decision to target Belfast in 1941 during the tumultuous days of World War II was not arbitrary; rather, it was driven by a combination of strategic military considerations and the city’s significant industrial capabilities. Belfast held immense strategic importance…
I’m doing 6 walking tours for BIAF: DRS/DISEASES: on 18.10.25 & 1.11.25, at 11am & 2pm. Book: belfastinternationalartsfestival.com/event/drs-an… ANTI SLAVERY BELFAST: on 25.10.25 & 3.11.25, at 11am & 2pm. Book: belfastinternationalartsfestival.com/event/belfas…
Over the the last month, I’ve received some positive feed back. The first one was for a Troubles Tour and the second was for a Dr/Disease tour I lead on 18.10.25 as part of Belfast International Arts Festival.
The Samaritan Hospital for Women in Belfast was founded in 1872 by Dr. W. K. McClordie. Two years later, in 1874, the current building was erected thanks to the generosity of Edward Bonn, a notable benefactor of Belfast’s charitable institutions.…
Queen’s University Belfast, officially known as The Queen’s University of Belfast (commonly referred to as “Queen’s”, “Queen’s University”, and “QUB”), is a prestigious public research university located in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The university was chartered in 1845 as “Queen’s College,…
In this article I reflect on Tourism NI’s draft Corporate Plan 2025–2028, which I was invited to comment on through its consultation. I outline what the Plan proposes, why it matters for Northern Ireland’s tourism sector, and where it falls short. While the…
