We aim to promote the study of and public interest in the history, antiquities and folk-life of the Coleraine Area, and to work to preserve and facilitate access to information and items of historical interest in the area.
We aim to promote the study of and public interest in the history, antiquities and life of the greater Coleraine Area
Buy the Bann Disc. The journal of the Coleraine Historical Society. Available as a softback book from our online shop.
To promote the study and history of the greater Coleraine Area we deliver a series of talks and an annual study trip.
20 September 2022 – “Hugh Barr – A Man Outstanding in His Field” Talk by Barrie Barr THREE times winner of the World Ploughing Championship 1955, 1956 and 1957 First face to face meeting since Covid – and a good turnout. Barries spoke of his Dad with much affection and pride. And his witty comments
CLICK LINK – CHS Talks Programme Autumn 2022 – Spring 2023
Reflections on the Bann Derek Sinnamon Coleraine Historical Society is delighted to announce a return to in-person talks on Tuesday 19th April 7.30pm, at The Sandel Centre Coleraine, the meeting will adhere to social distancing guidelines. Members unable to attend in person will receive an email zoom link. The speaker will be Derek Sinnamon
Talk on The Gaelic Harp by Mark Doherty Mark gave a most interesting and informative and fascinating talk on the history of the Gaelic Harp see video below. Speaker Mark Doherty Mark is a Belfast-born amateur historian and cultural enthusiast. He has fond memories of his days of youth spent in the company of relatives
