Coleraine Historical Society News

CANCELLED -Tuesday 17 January 2023 – ‘Along the North Coast with AJSSketchArt’ – Adrian Steele FRSA
Dear Members – Due to the current weather conditions it has been decided to postpone this evening’s talk, ‘Sketches of Buildings of Interest along the North Coast’ by local artist and singer Adrian Steel. We know that this will be a disappointment, however the safety and comfort of all members is our main concern. We would
Tuesday 15 November 2022 – Robert Anderson Memorial Talk – The Story of the Barmouth Moles
Robert Anderson Memorial Talk – The Story of the Barmouth Moles Tuesday 15 November 2022 Great turnout for the annual talk About 80 members and visitors joined Coleraine Historical Society at The Sandel Centre Coleraine and on Zoom for their 4th annual Robert Anderson Memorial Talk and The Bann Disc volume 28 launch Guests were
Tuesday 15 November 2022 – Launch of the BANN DISC Volume 28
BANN DISC Volume 28 was launched on 15 November in the Sandel Centre. There was a great turnout for the occasion. Below a gallery of pics of the launch at Sandel Centre, Waterstones and Whitehouse
18 October 2022 – The Rt Hon Andrew Bonar Law – Speaker: Prof. Graham Walker
18 October 2022 The Rt Hon Andrew Bonar Law Speaker: Professor Graham Walker This month’s talk was on ZOOM only. The YouTube link below is the recording of the talk – I hope you enjoy. CLICK LINK: Rt Hon Andrew Bonar Law, Prof Graham Walker 18/10/2022 Coleraine Historical members from around the
News – 20 September 2022 – “Hugh Barr – A Man Outstanding in His Field”
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
Full TALKS Programme for Autumn / Winter 2022 – 23
CLICK LINK – CHS Talks Programme Autumn 2022 – Spring 2023
17 May 2022 – Place Names of the Barony of Coleraine – Speaker : Dr Niall Comer
Place Names of the Barony of Coleraine Speaker: Dr Niall Comer What an great talk by Dr Niall Comer – interesting , informative and very entertaining. Niall is a lecturer in Irish and Translation Studies on the Magee Campus, Ulster University. He lives in Glenullin, Co. Derry, and was president of Conradh na Gaeilge from
19 April 2022 – Reflections on the Bann – Speaker Derek Sinnamon
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
15 March 2022 – The Gaelic Harp – Guest speaker Mark Doherty
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
15 February 2022 – From Belfast to Bendigo: The Life and Work of Dr William Graham 1859-1917
VIDEO of Mary Heffernen’s Talk on 15 February 2022 From Belfast to Bendigo: The life andwork of Dr William Graham 1859-1917 Talk by Mary Heffernen Mary Heffernan is a doctoral research student at Birkbeck College, University of London. Her special interest is in the history of psychoanalysis in Ireland from 1911-1998. She is a
18 January 2022 – History of Coleraine Football Club – Hunter McClelland
History of Coleraine FC Guest speaker – Hunter McClelland On Tuesday 18 January 2022, Hunter McClelland delighted 89 members & guests via zoom & facebook live with his History of Coleraine FC. In true Hunter style, the talk took a different format to the usual virtual talks we are used to. No slideshow, no powerpoint
BILLY BONES – An Appreciation
BILLY BONES – An Appreciation On Monday 10th January 2022, we received the sad news that our member, and committee member, Billy Bones had passed away Billy was born on 25th July 1933. As we know from the wonderful talk he gave to us a couple of years ago on his memories of
BANN DISC Vol 27 Launch – 20 November 2021
The Bann Disc Vol 27 Launch Coleraine Historical Society 20 November 2021 Over 60 members and guests joined The Coleraine Historical Society for the hybrid launch of The Bann Disc volume 27 at The Sandel Centre, via Zoom and on FaceBook live stream last Saturday morning 20th November 2021. The group was welcomed by Society
16 November 2021 – 3rd Robert Anderson Memorial Talk – “A Thorny Subject”
If you missed the talk click to view – and more….. https://www.facebook.com/colerainehistoricalsocietyni/videos/215188840756631 A big thank you to Neal for a a very enjoyable, interesting and informative talk. 3rd Robert Anderson Memorial Talk – “A Thorny Subject” 7.30 pm – 8.30 pm Speaker: Neal Anderson Coleraine Historical Society is delighted to host the third,
19 October 2021 – Photography and Folklore Talk – Kenneth Wood
Photography and Folklore Talk Tuesday 19 October 2021 7.30 pm – 8.30 pm Coleraine Historical Society will continue their monthly programme with a talk on Photography and Folklore. The speaker will be Kenneth Wood. This is a change to the original schedule. Kenneth Wood is a retired History teacher who hails from the county that
Tuesday 15th June 2021 – The Castlerock Poisoning Sensation
The Castlerock Poisoning Sensation Speaker Geoff Warke, Chair Coleraine Historical Society Tuesday 15th June 2021 7.30pm A very well attended Zoom meeting. Geoff`s story told of a dramatic incident, described in many newspapers as a `sensation`, that gripped the small village of Castlerock in 1892. Seeking to purchase an ingredient for a summer cordial, the
18 May 2021 – The History of NW 200 – Mervyn White
Link to the talk on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/colerainehistoricalsocietyni/videos/4117842381628167 Tuesday 18 May 2021 The History of the NW 200 Mervyn White The talk covered the race from its inception in 1929 up until the 90th anniversary which took place in 2019. It contains very interesting information covering the 90 years with up to date details on the
20 April 2021 – Homes for Heroes – Nigel Henderson
Tuesday 20 April 2021 Homes for Heroes Nigel Henderson About 45 Members and guests tuned in to watch Historian Nigel Henderson, from The History Hub Ulster, present ‘Homes for Heroes, Coleraine & Portrush Area’ on Tues 20th April. Nigel took us through the 3 types of ‘cottages’ built for WW1 Veterans, expertly researched and beautifully