Welcome to our very first fun-filled newsletter! Weāve been testing the waters since our launch two weeks ago, and now weāre diving in headfirst to bring you all the latest positive news and exciting events.
A significant amount of development work remains to perfect the newsletter format. Stay with us as we continue to improve and perfect it.
Letās see whatās buzzing around the borough.
Community Highlights
New Beginnings for Coleraineās Lodge Hotel
The new owners of Coleraineās Lodge Hotel are thrilled with their acquisition, calling it fantastic news for staff, customers, and the entire community. A fresh chapter begins!
Artistic Tribute in Portrush
A mural featuring Shane Lowry is being spray-painted on the gable end of a house on Causeway Street, Portrush. This vibrant artwork will surely add colour and inspiration to the area.
Railway Arms: TikTok Sensation
Coleraineās Railway Arms isnāt just famous for its pints anymore! This local pub has become a TikTok star thanks to a series of hilarious videos. Each clip is funnier than the last, and theyāre set to go viral any day now. Cheers to that!
Ballycastle Hosts Red Bull Cliff Diving
Get ready for an adrenaline rush! The Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series is making its Northern Ireland debut this weekend at Ballycastle Harbour. Donāt miss the action-packed event! Read more here.
Heritage Park Proposal in Portrush
Local history enthusiasts propose transforming Antrim Gardens in Portrush into a āDestination Heritage Park.ā This initiative aims to celebrate and preserve our rich local history. Read more here.
Bushmills School Makeover
The Bushmills Trust has submitted a planning application to Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council for the ambitious refurbishment and extension of the former National School at 40 Main Street, Bushmills. Read more here.
Upcoming Events This Weekend
Red Bull Cliff Diving Event
Catch the thrill at Ballycastle Harbour as world-class divers take the plunge.
Menopositivity Masterclass
Are you experiencing hot flashes, brain fog, heightened anxiety, weight gain, and unsure how to navigate this stage of life?
Red Sails Festival
The Red Sails Festival is a week-long festival full of fun and free events.
SuperCupNI Parade
Lace up your boots and get ready to roar, football fans! This Sunday, Coleraine town centre will be bursting with footy fever for the Super Cup NI Opening Ceremony and Welcoming Parade! ā½ļø
Imagine this: 64 teams from around the globe, parading from The Diamond to Coleraine Showgrounds. And hereās the hat-trick ā special guest and former Northern Ireland and Leeds United legend, Stuart Dallas, will officially kick off the tournament!
The parade blows the starting whistle at 7pm from Coleraine Town Hall at The Diamond, dribbling through Church Street, Railway Road, and Ballycastle Road, finally scoring at Coleraine Showgrounds for the Opening Ceremony at 7:45pm.
And the goal of the day? Admission to the Coleraine Showgrounds for the Opening Ceremony is absolutely FREE
By clicking below, you can view submitted events by our members, Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council, or Coleraine Business Improvement District.
You heard it here first - Coleraine town centre will transform into a football frenzy this Sunday afternoon! Picture this: live music to keep your toes tapping and football fun thatāll have you scoring goals in no time.
Keep an eye on our socials for the full scoop ā it will be a back-of-the-net kind of day you wonāt want to miss! Lace-up your boots, bring your cheer, and join in for a sporty Sunday! - we are just waiting for the details to be finalised.
Thatās all for now, folks! Have a fantastic week and weekend ahead!
- Causeway Coast & Glens Dispatch
