Month: April 2012

Welcome and enjoy my collection of free Northern Ireland Postcards. Send them to anyone whose day that you want to brighten up.

Northern Ireland is one of the most picturesque parts of the Emerald Isle. The region has been marred for a long time by violence and the ‘Troubles’.

This is no longer the case and the peace process has changed the country dramatically over the last few years. Visitors should no longer be afraid to come to the six counties, but instead should make sure that they are not missing out on some of the most beautiful scenery in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Take a look at the lovely pictures below and take a trip here to enjoy the dramatic scenery, visit the historic places and experience the friendliness of the Ulster people.

You can add your own special message to the postcard and send as many as you want. When your lucky recipient opens their card, you will get an email telling you about it. Enjoy!

Sorry the postcards are unavailable at present as they were vandalised by spammers. They will return soon.

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Welcome to Northern Ireland Souvenirs. The store contains lots of interesting objects from around Northern Ireland that you would probably find quite hard to find in high-street shops.

Enjoy browsing through the gifts and if you have any problems, just let me know through “Contact Me” and I will do my best to sort them out.

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My Irish Songs collection. This is a small listing of my favourite songs from Ireland that I have put together, to get you into the ‘spirit’ for your vacation.

If you have been to the ‘Emerald Isle’ before, you may have heard them a thousand times while out enjoying yourself in the local pub. All your favourites…Danny boy, Galway Bay, I’ll Tell Me Ma, Molly Malone, etc..Here’s a wee song to get you started. The Irish Washer Woman!I am going to give you the lyrics and hopefully most of them will have a special performance along with them, so you can sing along too!Enjoy the craic!!

Tell Me Ma When I Go HomeA popular Irish Traditional tune. Once you hear it, you will probably recognise it. I have included a wee video of ‘The Dubliners’ singing it.

Whiskey In The JarFor anybody you enjoys a good hooley and showing-off in front of their mates. It’s a great pub sing-a-long!

Horse It Into Ya CynthiaEveryone’s favourite by Conal Gallen. You will find a great wee video and the ‘hard to find’ lyrics for Cynthia. Ye Ha!

Danny BoyA Irish tune that is a big hit with the Canadians and Americans. Danny Boy is set the beautiful Londonderry Air.

The Irish RoverAn Irish tune about a boat that carries goods from Ireland to America and then comes to a sudden end when it strikes a rock.

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The Ferguson Brass Quintet is a vibrant, flexible brass ensemble based in Belfast and managed by local musician Philip Ferguson. The musicians that form the quintet are made up from the cream of local musical talent and expertise.

This highly professional group of brass musicians are experienced at delivering music for any occasion and performing at a high standard. The musicians are in high demand performing with various groups around the country and have travelled throughout Europe and America.

Our Musical Repertoire And Services

Whether you are hosting a Business Banquet, inviting some friends round for a Garden party, holding a promotional event or celebrating an important anniversary, The Ferguson Brass Quintet will add a unique ambience to your occasion.

We have a large and varied repertoire suitable for every occasion which we believe will help make your event a great success! We are completely flexible to your needs and requirements and are able to tailor a package that will match your situation perfectly.

Formal dinners and Banquets are enhanced by smooth and tranquil background music ensuring your guests are put at ease during their meal. The music provides a warm atmosphere in the room, that is often a point of conversation at the table and something to reminisce about afterwards.

We can provide a varied range of musical styles to enhance your event. With a uniquely varied repertoire spanning 500 years of music we can tailor a compilation to suit your needs. We can perform Baroque and Classical as well as music from the 20th century.

‘Add a touch of class to that special day.’

Weddings are particularly suited to the sounds of brass music. Our rousing music adds grandeur to your ceremony. Processional marches for stately entrances as well as reflective music for more subdued periods during the day are all attainable. Whatever your musical tastes and requirements maybe, we are able to accommodate your aspirations.

Why not consider…

• A trumpet fanfare to announce the bride
• Musical entertainment for your guests as the photographs are taken
• Background music to bring a relaxed atmosphere to the reception

The Wedding Ceremony – We can perform a suitable Wedding repertoire during the ceremony as well as background music as the congregation gathers at the venue.The ceremony usually begins with a standard entrance piece such as Trumpet Voluntary or the Prince of Denmark’s March as the Bride walks down the aisle. We can then play some hymns and also entertain the congregation while the signing of the register takes place.If we don’t have a particular piece of music that you require, we can obtain it for you for an additional cost.

The Reception – We can provide some background music as your guests arrive for the reception. While you are getting your photographs taken and your guests are having some pre-dinner drinks, we will entertain them for around an hour until they are ready to be sat down for their meal.

The price for using the services of the Ferguson Brass Quintet is negotiable. We will give you a quotation based on your requirements. If you would like to discuss your event with us, please use the form below in the first instance.

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Parklands Farmhouse was established in 1994 and is a family-run farm. They have a wide range of facilities, including Livery, Traditional Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast and a spacious, modern Holiday home.

While enjoying your holiday, you can relax and get some fresh air by indulging yourself with a pleasant country walk around the farm. There is plenty to discover on your stroll including many interesting animals and a small duck pond, complete with trout. Your stay will definitely be a memorable one!

Accommodation

Parklands are pleased to offer a wide ranging assortment of welcoming accommodation facilities, including Northern Ireland Tourist Board approved Bed & Breakfast and a newly constructed Holiday Home which is available for year-round rental.

Bed & Breakfast

A full range of facilities are available to make your stay more confortable and enjoyable. They include:

• Tea and coffee making facilities
• TV in all rooms
• Hairdryer in all rooms
• Hot & Cold water wash basin in all rooms
• Off road parking
• Special diets catered for
• Ironing facilities
• Telephone available
• Guest lounge
• Children welcome
• Dogs, Cats and Horses welcome outside by arrangement

Full Ulster / Irish / Continental Breakfast available. The breakfast selection is as wide as you could possibly want, with their own free range eggs and home made preserves and breads.It is best to contact Parklands by telephone to check for current prices and booking availability. Tel: (028) 9336 2528.

Holiday Home

This newly built and traditional detached house overlooks the beautiful Belfast Lough and is situated within the grounds of our 100 acre farm.

It is fully equipped and comprises three large and spacious en-suite bedrooms, a modern fitted kitchen and sleeps up to seven persons.A full range of facilities are available to make your stay more confortable and enjoyable. They include:

• Three Bedrooms
• All rooms are en-suite
• One en-suite is a full wet room with wheelchair access
• Fully fitted and spacious kitchen
• Sunroom / Conservatory
• Beautiful lounge with large open fire
• Central Heating and under floor heating throughout
• Laundry Room
• Appliances include: dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer, oven, microwave, fridge, freezer etc.
• Garden / outdoor furniture available
• Telephone
• Off road parking
• Linen and Towels are provided
• Heating and electricity included in pricing
• Dogs, Cats and Horses welcome outside by arrangement

It is best to contact Parklands by telephone to check for current prices and booking availability. Tel: (028) 9336 2528.

Please Note:

Due to local government regulations we are a non-smoking establishment. Payment in Euros Accepted, the price is determined at the rate of conversion at time of stay. We regret that NO Visa, MasterCard or other credit cards can be accepted.

Location

Parklands Farmhouse, 320 Upper Road, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, BT38 8PN. Tel: (028) 9336 2528.

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Map showing location of Parklands Farmhouse B&B

If you would like driving directions to Parklands B&B from anywhere in Northern Ireland, use Route Planner and search for BT38 8PN

Travel by Bus

Ulsterbus No: 568 Belfast–Carrickfergus, bus stops at Upper Road Greenisland. For more information, visit the Translink website.

Travel by Bicycle

The closest cycle route to this area is Cycle Route 9 from Belfast towards Carrickfergus. If you would like help to find the best way to get there on Bicycle, visit the National Cycle Network website.

Travel by Road

Parklands Farmhouse is easily reached by car from the local air or ferry ports and is approximately 15-20 minutes drive from the city of Belfast. Take the Motoraway from Belfast, M2 then M5 towards Carrickfergus. Do you need a hire car?

Travel by Train

Train from Belfast to Carrickfergus. The nearest train station is Trooperlane, which is 1/4mls from Parklands Farmhouse B&B. For more information, visit the Translink website.

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This is the site-map for Northern Ireland Travel. It will help you find whatever you are looking for quicker. Try using the search-box below to find a particular topic. Home Page

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Places To See

County Antrim Map
Giant’s Causeway
Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge
Dunluce Castle
Old Bushmills Distillery
Carrickfergus Castle
Glenariff Forest Park
Rathlin Island
Mount Stewart House & Gardens
Exploris Aquarium
Silent Valley
Seaforde Tropical Butterfly House
Tollymore Forest Park
Ulster Folk And Transport Museum
Armagh Planetarium
Gosford Forest Park
The Argory
Ulster American Folk Park
Mussenden Temple
Devenish Island
Marble Arch Caves
Belfast Zoo

Day Tours

Things To Do

Northern Ireland Golf
Fishing In Northern Ireland

Getting Around

Accommodation

Hotels

Culloden Hotel
Dunadry Hotel and Country Club
Europa Hotel
Stormont Hotel
The Park Plaza Hotel Belfast
The Ramada Hotel Belfast

Parklands Farmhouse

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Irish Songs

Tell Me Ma When I Go Home
Whiskey In The Jar
Horse It Into Ya Cynthia

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