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Open Day at St John's Point Lightkeeper's Houses An Open House Event and self-guided tour with the Irish Landmark Trust at St John's Point Lightkeepers Houses, St John’s Point, Killultan, Duninkeely, F94 F5H6 takes place on Sunday, August 25 from 10am to 4pm. A spokesperson said: “Come join us for a day filled with history and heritage at John's Point Lightkeepers Houses. “Step inside and discover the stories behind this historical landmark. Our knowledgeable house manager will be on hand to share fascinating insights and answer any questions you may have. This event is free but booking is required. Contact: Irish Landmark Trust 01 6704733, [email protected] Event Information: A guided or specialist tour - Car parking available - Suitable for families - Free
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The Spanish Armada in County Donegal Former diver David Atherton will give a talk on The Spanish Armada in County Donegal at Inishowen Maritime Museum, Old Coastguard Station, F93 T028 at 2pm on Sunday, August 25. David himself was one of the divers involved in the recovery of artefacts from La Trinidad Valencera which was run aground at Kinnagoe Bay in 1588. Exhibits from La Trinidad Valencera will also be on display. Contact: Inishowen Maritime Museum, 0749381363, [email protected] Event Information: A talk, conference or reading - Car parking available - Fully wheelchair accessible - Suitable for families - Free
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Vinyl Sunday at the Glebe House and Gallery Glebe House and Gallery, Church Hill, F92 WP70 is the venue for Vinyl Sunday on August 25 from 3pm to 5pm. A spokesperson said: “Join us for a gentle Sunday soiree underneath the cover of our ancient classroom and listen to our DJ, who will be spinning an all vinyl set with a mixture of soul, jazz, funk and ambient nuggets. “Bring your family and friends and sit back and enjoy!” Dress for the outdoors Contact: The Glebe House & Gallery, 0749137071, [email protected] Event Information: OPW run event - Car parking available - Suitable for families - Free
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Walking through 1500 years of Fahan Meet on Sunday August 25 at 3pm at the Car Park beside St Mura's Church of Ireland, Fahan, A spokesperson said: “The village of Fahan on the west of the Inishowen Peninsula was the site of human habitation long before the advent of Christianity in the 5th century. “The early medieval monastery was founded by Saint Mura in the 7th century. It received patronage from the O’Neill clann and was an important seat of learning until the demise of the Gaelic chieftains in the 17th century. “Nothing remains of the original monastery except Saint Mura’s cross slab. This is an imposing cross slab erected in the 7th century. It is the only medieval cross in Ireland with a Greek inscription. “The Plantation of Ulster saw an influx of Protestant settlers, mainly from Scotland, who left their impression on the landscape. The ruins of Fahan Old Church (built 1622), one of the oldest plantation churches, Fahan New Church (1822) and the Rectory are part of this history. “The New Church contains a stained glass window designed by Evie Hone. “The graveyard contains the burial place of Agnes Jones, a contemporary of Florence Nightingale, and a nursing pioneer in her own right. “The safe anchorage in Lough Swilly led to settlement by officers from the British Fleet which endured until 1938. “The sinking of the Laurentic, the loss of the Saldanah and the presence of the British North Atlantic Fleet are all part of our heritage. All of these events and much more are commemorated in a pleasant guided walking tour, suitable for all ages. Our website is www.fahanheritage.ie Contact: Fahan Community Development Partnership CLG 086 8042886, [email protected] Event Information: A guided or specialist tour - Car parking available - Suitable for families - Free