Welcome to Bangor, The Fairtrade Town!

Posted on February 17, 2012 by North Down in 'Press articles, Uncategorised' | 0 Comments

The signs are up…

 …and Bangor is now promoting its newfound status as Northern Ireland’s first Fairtrade town.  Bangor first achieved the status last year. Fairtrade campaigner Alderman Anne Wilson asked the council to publicly declare the towns Fairtrade status by promoting it on the signs around the town.

 Fairtrade works with local farmers and their families in the world’s poorest countries to ensure a better deal for their products through the use of the international Fairtrade mark.  Fairtrade products such as food, crafts and jewellery are available throughout Bangor.

To read more about Fairtrade towns and what it means in more detail please visit: http://www.fairtradetowns.org/

Love is in the Air!

Posted on February 13, 2012 by North Down in 'Activities, Uncategorised' | 0 Comments

 

Our Romantic Guide to North Down…

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching the countdown is on to arrange something special to show the one you love how much you care. If you’re not the prepared type and you normally leave things to the last minute, don’t worry, we have some ideas to help you make this Valentine’s Day one to remember.

Stay the night:

With a great variety of hotels we have something to suit every budget. From 5* luxury to cute and quaint, you are bound to impress the one you love with a night away. Great Valentine’s offers are now available, but you better get in quick.

A lovely bite:

The way to a person’s heart is through their stomach (well so they say)… so you will definitely not disappoint if you book a meal for two in one of our many wonderful restaurants.

Valentine Strolls:

It’s nice to put a bit of thought into how you spend your Valentine’s Day. You don’t have to break the bank to show someone you love them. A picnic for two and a stroll around our lovely coastal areas would do the trick.

Spa Day Away:

Fancy a pamper day? Why not relax and enjoy a special Valentine’s Day treat in one of our luxury spas. With great Valentine’s Day offers, you could enjoy a lovely relaxing day for a discounted price – perfect!

The Return of Pickie!

Posted on February 10, 2012 by North Down in 'Family, Uncategorised' | 0 Comments

 

 Work continues on Pickie Fun Park…

Pickie closed in September to undergo a major facelift.  Keeping the much loved classics like the Giant Swans and Pickie Puffer, Pickie will also boast an 18 hole maritime themed crazy golf course, children’s splash pad and electronic cars.  The cafe has also been renovated and the gardens landscaped, making it the perfect place for all to enjoy. 

To read more about the new Pickie attraction and to see more artistic impressions of what the new Pickie will look like, please click here.

Bangor – Waving the Purple Flag for North Down!

Posted on February 6, 2012 by North Down in 'Activities' | 0 Comments

 

What blue flags are to beaches, purple flags are to towns…

Bangor is one of only four towns in Northern Ireland that has been awarded the prestigious Purple Flag Award.  The Purple Flag Award is a nationally approved scheme recognising those towns with an excellent night time economy.  Bangor’s vibrant night life, variety of quality restaurants and clean environment made it a clear winner.

If you haven’t been out in Bangor in a while, this would be a great time to get planning!

For more information on the Purple Flag Award please visit www.atcm.org/purple-flag

 

Jump for Fun!

Posted on January 31, 2012 by North Down in 'Activities' | 0 Comments

Fancy bouncing your way to fitness?

Adult Trampolining classes are the new craze that’s hitting North Down.  Anyone who has jumped on their kid’s trampoline in the garden knows that – not only is it a giggle, but you get a great work out too.

If hard core pump classes are not for you, why not get a group of friends together and give trampolining ago? You will definitely laugh your way to a healthier lifestyle!

For more information contact Bangor Castle Leisure Centre, telephone: 028 9127 0271

From South Africa to Bangor with Love!

Posted on January 27, 2012 by North Down in 'Press articles' | 0 Comments

Find out why a South African Business Man has adopted Bangor as his home!

Glynn Orchin, born in KwaZulu-Natal moved to Bangor when he was a child. Filled with memories of warm and sunny South Africa, Bangor, at first, seemed a million miles from home. In a recent article Mr Orchin explains how Bangor’s “charm, character and friendly people” made him adopt Bangor as his home.  Click on the link to read the full article.

 

Bangor Christmas Switch On & Fireworks

Posted on November 15, 2011 by North Down in 'Uncategorised' | 0 Comments

Christmas Switch On & Fireworks at Bangor Town Hall Sat 19 Nov 5.30pmAll preparations are underway for this Saturday’s event. The decorations are up and the tree is picked, ready for the big switch on of the lights following a fantastic fireworks display starting at 5.30pm at the Town Hall.

Bring the whole family along for this always popular and special occassion which welcomes the Christmas season to Bangor.

Wrap up warm and watch as the skies light up and sparkle over Bangor – See you there!

Seapark Halloween Fireworks

Posted on October 19, 2011 by North Down in 'Events, Family' | 0 Comments

Seapark Halloween Fireworks

This year’s Seapark Fireworks Festival which will be held on Saturday October 29th, will have a distinctly Hollywood feel as the fireworks will be set to famous movie theme tunes!

The fun will kick off at 4.30pm with the children’s fun-fair and a variety of delicious foods and beverages to keep the crowds warm will be available to buy from local traders from 6pm.

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Still Funky After All These Years: Aspects Irish Literature Festival

Posted on September 27, 2011 by North Down in 'Uncategorised' | 0 Comments

The Aspects Irish Literature Festival returns this week for its 20th year.

This year’s festival promises to be one to remember with the return of the Grande Dame of Irish literature Jennifer Johnston.

The festival will also host two international visitors; architectural historian Dan Cruickshank and legendary film critic Barry Norman.

So what are you waiting for? We’ll see you at the festival!

 

BBC Proms

Posted on September 27, 2011 by North Down in 'Uncategorised' | 0 Comments

Thousands of people enjoyed an evening of classical and contemporary music in the grounds of Castle Park, Bangor at this year’s BBC Proms in the Park on Saturday 10 September.

An audience of 4,000 were treated to a musical outdoor extravaganza headlined by Lesley Garrett, who was joined by some of the most accomplished and well known names in classical and contemporary music.

This year with support from North Down Borough Council, BBC Proms in the Park teamed up once again with the Ulster Orchestra on a grand scale to present a night of popular classics.

BBC Northern Ireland’s Noel Thompson and Claire McCollum presented the concert with the Ulster Orchestra and was broadcast live on BBC Radio Ulster.

The event was part of the BBC’s prestigious Last Night of the Proms celebrations – ambitious live events to mark the end of the world’s largest classical music festival.

Local concert goers were able to view sections of the Last Night of the Proms from the Royal Albert Hall throughout the night on a giant video screen in the grounds of Hillsborough Castle.

BBC Proms in the Park in the grounds of Castle Park, Bangor was recorded by BBC Northern Ireland and will be shown on television later in the year.