*** SOLD OUT*** Musicians from the Ulster Orchestra are joined by harpist Tanya Houghton to perform another gorgeous evening of music in the Old Church Centre, Cushendun. Whether you're new to orchestral music or a regular concertgoer, you'll find plenty to enjoy in this programme of gems for small ensemble. Ravel String Quartet Ibert Entr’acte […]
Deborah Brown's magnificent sculpture, 'Johann', is now a well-known feature of the Cushendun landscape, but her extraordinary significance as Ireland's most pioneering artist in the 1960s is only beginning to be recognised. John Hewitt was a supporter of Deborah Brown's in the early 1950s, at the same time as T.P. Flanagan, with whom she was […]
Our regular Tuesday Get Together provides refreshments and activities for over 60's on the second Tuesday of the month. 12.30 - 1.30 pm Complimentary Lunch 1.30 - 2.30 pm Shared activities
Display of historical photographs as part of the 120 year anniversary of Robert Emmets GAC Cushendun. This will be in place between Sunday 14 and Friday 26 September, and accessible to ticket holders for all Culture Month events. Free to view between ticketed Culture Month events as follows: Sunday 14 September 11am to 2pm Friday […]
European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) 13-14 September 2025 The Department for Communities is inviting you to get out and about and explore over 200 of Northern Ireland’s historic landmarks and hidden heritage as part of European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) 2025. EHOD 2025 will take place on 13–14 September 2025, offering free public access to historic sites, […]
"Behind every great man..." they say, implying the supportive spouse who leaves the high-minded male poet to his creativity! But as with Dorothy Wordsworth, Georgie Yeats, Una Jeffers and more, Roberta Hewitt (who'd lived in Canada before she met John and had her own independent role in education) not only supported her husband John's career […]
***SOLD OUT*** Together, Mary Dillon, Dónal O'Connor, and Neil Martin create a spellbinding tapestry of traditional and contemporary sounds. Their collaborative efforts promise to breathe new life into timeless Ulster songs and tunes, marrying Mary's evocative vocals with the expressive interplay of fiddle, cello, harmonium & uilleann pipes. This musical union is not only a […]
Talk and exhibition exploring the life of Patricia Mulholland; choreographer, violinist and inspiration to Irish Dancers globally. The exhibition will feature Irish Dancers, choreography notes, photographic archive and Irish Ballet costumes. £5 Under 18s £8 Earlybird (until 7 September) £10 Full Price
***SOLD OUT *** As a BBC correspondent, Fergal Keane reported on news of conflict and genocide from around the world. He has since spoken and written about the effects of his exposure these events and the resulting PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). Fergal Keane is a proud father and an award-winning journalist and author. He is […]
We regret this event has been cancelled. Ticket holders have been contacted. A dance workshop with Philip Johnston where you will work towards making a short dance in small groups. The class will run for 2 hours with breaks, please wear comfortable loose clothing and wear gym shoes or shoes you can dance in. […]
***SOLD OUT*** Roger Casement, considered by some one of the greatest Irishmen to have lived, and the less well known Jack White were both 'sons of the British Empire’ who rebelled against that inheritance embracing radical political thought and Irish Nationalism. Both were County Antrim men who would have been very at home in Cushendun. […]
Join us to celebrate 120 years of Robert Emmets Cushendun GAC Hurling Club. The evening will include a video presentation, an exhibition of photographs and memorabilia, and reflections from past players and management. Refreshments provided. Free, but booking recommended.
The term “thin place” refers to a location where the veil between the physical and the transcendental appears permeable or “thin”, a mystical space where the boundary between our tangible world and the unseen world seem to touch. Peatlands (bogs) are considered to have this special characteristic where there is a connection between the material […]
In 1910, Irish humanitarian Roger Casement journeyed to the Amazon rainforest of Peru to investigate horrific atrocities committed against Indigenous communities by the rubber industry. His report - now known as The Blue Book - became a pivotal document in the history of human rights. Over a century later, Peruvian-Irish composer and guitarist Rodrigo Almonte […]
Our regular Tuesday Get Together provides refreshments and activities for over 60's on the second Tuesday of the month. 12.30 - 1.30 pm Complimentary Lunch 1.30 - 2.30 pm Shared activities
Join us for a fun night of quizzing to raise funds for our Children's Book Festival on 1 & 2 November. Tickets £5 per person, pay on the door BYOB
The Reading Circle re-convenes on 1 October. There will be two ten-week blocks, with the dates up to Christmas as follows: October 1, 8, 15, 22; November 5, 12, 19, 26; December 3 and 10. Please note the break for Hallowe'en on 29th October. Lots of literary goodies are in store, including short stories by Virginia Woolf […]
Revue, indie folk favourites from Belfast are no strangers to the Old Church Centre and are delighted to return on 24 October for another wonderful night of music, storytelling and connection. Revue's powerful melodies, harmony and dynamic arrangements carry through different musical genres, original songs and covers. This time, along with some new (and old) songs […]
As part of the Glens Storytelling Festival the Armstrong Storytelling Trust presents a fine evening of stories with featured storytellers Paddy O'Brien, Kate Corkery and Dougie MacKay. The Armstrong Storytelling Trust is a registered charity set up to promote the art of storytelling, develop new storytellers and preserve and enhance access to stories by taking stories […]
Join us for our regular Pop Up Tea Room. Enjoy a selection of delicious home-baked treats served in the cosy surroundings of the Old Church Centre. Always delicious, delightful, staff so welcoming.