Experience a Christmas Fairytale in Armagh

2014

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MER

RY CHRISTMAS

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Experience A Christmas Fairytale in Armagh2

Armagh City HotelGeorgian Getaway 1 night with B&B and lunch for £99pps. Valid 28th & 29th November. Quote ‘Georgian’ when booking.

Two Night Winter Break - Kid’s FreeMake magical memories with a 2 night break inclusive of B&B and 1 evening meal for £99pps. Kid’s under 5 stay free!

Subject to availability. Excludes New Year’s Eve. T&C’s apply.

Book at:www.armaghcityhotel.comt: +44 [0] 28 3751 8888

It’s the most wonderful time of the year in the Ancient Cathedral City of Armagh. Join us as you soak up the magical atmosphere and ‘make merry’ this Christmas with events for all the family to enjoy.

Delight in the festive charm of Georgian Day and a dazzling outdoor lightshow, take the kids to the panto, visit Santa’s magical workshop or pick up a gift in high quality boutiques.

GREAT VALUE BREAKS

J A= Free Admission = Admission Costs Apply

The Charlemont Arms Hotel3 For 2 Enjoy 3 nights B&B for the price of 2 this Christmas. Located in the heart of the City, take in the attractions and events by day and relax by the open fire in the evening.

Two Night Break - £80pps Enjoy 2 nights B&B and one evening meal for £80 per person sharing.

Both offers available throughout November and December.

Book at:www.charlemontarmshotel.com t: +44 [0] 28 3752 2028Quote ‘Winter Fairytale’ when booking.

For a full range of accommodation

offers visit www.armagh.co.uk/stay

Plan your Fairytale Christmas at armagh.co.uk 3

GREAT VALUE BREAKS

Full details on attraction

opening times, workshops,

walking tours, parking,

park & ride information and

booking horse & carriage

rides can be found at

www.armagh.co.uk/

georgian

= Free Admission = Admission Costs Apply

Free Park & Ride: Armagh Business Park (Hamiltonsbawn Rd, BT60 1HW), Elim Church (Drummanmore Rd, BT61 8RB) & Navan Centre & Fort (Killylea Rd, BT60 4LD)

Please note: Thomas Street, Scotch Street, Ogle Street and Castle Street will be closed to traffic from 3am - 9.30pm on Sat 29th November.

Sat 29th November Armagh City | 10am - 8pm

Armagh’s much-loved Georgian Day returns to mark the beginning of the Christmas season. See Armagh in all its festive glory, sparkling with lights as the City goes back to its Georgian roots. More than 70 festive stalls will line the streets. Finding the perfect present will be a delight with high-quality gifts and locally produced foods and drinks found around every corner.

JHighlights include:• Festive Market• Georgian Characters• Live Christmas Music • Reindeer with Santa’s Elves• Christmas Craft Workshops• Georgian Walking Tours• Family Treasure Hunt •Horse & Carriage Rides [Book on the day at Visitor Information Centre]• Georgian Buildings Open• Magical Animated Lightshow

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Sat 29th NovemberMarket Square | 5pm, 6pm, 7pm & 8pm

An unmissable experience as Armagh lights up for Christmas. Join us for a spectacular celebration and a truly magical experience as Market House bursts into life with a dramatic lightshow. Set to festive music and with a few surprises ‘A Winter’s Tale’ will be a show to remember! To the viewer’s amazement, the show will transform this beautiful Georgian building into a shimmering canvas for images, special effects and live stage action including the arrival of Santa Claus.

Ticketing InformationADMISSION TO SHOWS ARE STRICTLY BY TICKET ONLY. ONLY THOSE WEARING THE CORRECT WRISTBAND WILL BE ADMITTED.

• Tickets available from 10am on Monday 10th November at www.armagh.co.uk/lightshow • Access by prams & pushchairs may be

difficult. An unmanned pram-park will be available close to the site. Limited accessible viewing spaces must be

pre-booked at +44 [0] 28 3752 1800.

Visit www.armagh.co.uk/lightshow for ticketing and access information. Early booking recommended.

Gates open 15 minutes before each show. Access from Market Street only.

GEORGIAN DAY ANIMATED

LIGHTSHOW‘A WINTER’S TALE’J


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Dates & Show TimesSat 6th Dec: 11am, 1.30pm, 4pm & 6.30pmSun 7th Dec: 11am, 1.30pm, 4pm & 6.30pmThurs 11th Dec: 7pmSat 13th Dec: 11am, 1.30pm, 4pm & 6.30pmSun 14th Dec: 11am, 1.30pm, 4pm & 6.30pmThurs 18th Dec: 7pmSat 20th Dec: 11am, 1.30pm, 4pm & 6.30pmSun 21st Dec: 11am, 1.30pm, 4pm & 6.30pmMon 22nd Dec: 7pm

Plan your Fairytale Christmas at armagh.co.uk

Sat 6th - Mon 22nd DecemberNavan Centre & Fort A


Make Christmas magical with a visit to the renowned Ice Capades. Enjoy the mini Christmas themed panto, meet the characters and bring your own camera to have your photograph taken with them.

There will be refreshments on arrival, story-telling in a beautiful forest surrounding and a craft to make that you will treasure for your Christmas Tree. Finally, meet Santa and Mrs Claus in their wonderful Christmas home, where every boy and girl will receive a gift for being good this year!

Don’t forget to bring a camera to capture your magical visit to Navan’s Ice Capades!

Book your tickets on www.armagh.co.uk/santa. For school/group bookings call +44 [0] 28 3752 9655. Pre-booking essential.Tickets are non-refundable and non- transferrable.Event may be subject to change / cancellation with short notice


Enjoy a relaxed shopping experience in Armagh City, with a fantastic range of high-quality shops offering exceptional customer service. Make time for family and friends by combining Christmas shopping with a day out:• Bring the children to visit Santa in his magical workshop [see page 7]• Book a table at a restaurant, a show in the Market Place Theatre or visit one of our attractions• Enjoy Christmas workshops for kids at Armagh Shopping Centre • Embark on a family treasure hunt

Late Night Opening: Thursday 18th, Friday 19th & Monday 22nd December

From 18th December Armagh City will stay open until 8pm on weeknights. Some shops will open late throughout December, so it’s always worth a visit! See the city in its seasonal grandeur with festive entertainment accompanying Christmas hours.


Shop to the sound of Christmas this December with festive music on the bandstand from 12pm - 2pm: Sat 6th - Armagh Jazz Band • Sat 13th - The Night

Hawks • Sat 20th - Armagh Old Boys.


Sat 6th - Tues 23rd DecemberMcCrum’s Court

Make a Christmas wish and truly magical memories in Santa’s workshop located in McCrum’s Court. Experience the magical lights and trees as you make your way to see the elves in Santa’s workshop, have your photograph taken with Santa, make a wish and hang it up in Market Square for all to see. Register on the day only in the Mall Shopping Centre during workshop opening hours as listed. Registration is essential as availability can be limited.

Don’t forget Santa will leave his Magical

Workshop on Tue 23rd December and

return to the North Pole to prepare for

all those special deliveries...!

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Date & Times:Sat 6th Dec: 11am - 5pmSun 7th Dec: 1pm - 4pmFri 12th Dec: 3pm - 7pmSat 13th Dec: 11am - 5pmSun 14th Dec: 1pm - 4pmMon 15th Dec: 3pm - 7pmTue 16th Dec: 3pm - 7pmWed 17th Dec: 3pm - 7pmThurs 18th Dec: 3pm - 7pmFri 19th Dec: 3pm - 8pmSat 20th Dec: 11am - 5pmSun 21st Dec: 1pm - 4pmMon 22nd Dec: 11am - 5pmTues 23rd Dec: 11am - 3pm


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Steep yourself in the Christmas atmosphere at the Shambles Variety Market. Let the sounds and smells of Festive tunes, Christmas treats and mulled wine lead you around the market. Enter the Christmas competition to be in with a chance to win a Seasonal Hamper brimming with goodies.

Experience A Christmas Fairytale in Armagh

Festival of Trees Fri 28th November - Wed 24th December

@ Shambles Yard

Morning Workshops • Upcycled Christmas Table Centre Piece• Georgian Appliqué and

Embroidery Workshop• Personalised Georgian Christmas Decorations

Booking essential at www.armagh.co.uk/workshops or +44 [0] 28 3752 1800.

Afternoon Workshops• 3D Decorations• Christmas Wreaths & Decorations• Unique Tea Light Holders

Demonstrations [1pm - 4pm]· Christmas cake and treat

decorating by Bake My Day· Sumptuous Starters by Groucho’s,

Richhill· Easy Sophisticated Canapés by

local chef Barry Smyth· Festive Spirits by Viva

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Georgian Day Workshops &

Demonstrations Sat 29th November

Shambles Yard 10am -4pm

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Wander through a magical Christmas tree forest where wooden trees decorated by local schools create a glistening wonderland. Be enchanted by festive tunes whilst following the trail through the Christmas market, enjoy the children’s craft workshops and watch the night sky come alive with a dazzling flame throwing performance.

Georgian Day is enhanced with a festive mix of creative craft workshops. You will also be able to pick up some seasonal tips to impress your guests with inspiring food and drink demonstrations.

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Shambles Christmas Market

Fri 19th December 8am - 4pm


Mon 1st - Sun 21st DecemberThe Market Place Theatre

This is the enchanting story of the meanest miser of them all, based on the Charles Dickens’ seasonal classic, ‘A Christmas Carol’. Christmas, the most wonderful time of the year? Not for the miserable, miserly Ebenezer Scrooge!

‘Scrooge’s Christmas’ promises an unforgettably festive experience. The Market Place Theatre’s 2014 colourful, laugh-a-minute, boisterously funny, energetic and magical pantomime ‘Scrooge’s Christmas’ is ideal for children aged 5 to 95!

www.marketplacearmagh.com Box Office +44 [0] 28 3752 1821Schools Performances and Prices:Contact Group Booking +44 [0] 28 3752 1830

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The Panto Spectacular

THE PANTO SPECTACULAR

SCROOGE’S CHRISTMAS

THE PANTO SPECTACULAR

SCROOGE’S CHRISTMAS

Fri 5th Dec: 6.30pmSat 6th Dec: 11am, 3pm & 6.30pmSun 7th Dec: 1pm & 4.30pmFri 12th Dec: 6.30pmSat 13th Dec: 1pm & 5pm *Sun 14th Dec 1pm & 4.30pm

Mon 15th Dec: 6.30pmTues 16th Dec: 6.30pmThurs 18th Dec: 6.30pm **Fri 19th Dec: 6.30pmSat 20th Dec: 11am, 3pm & 6.30pmSun 21st Dec: 1pm & 4.30pm


Dates & Times:

* BSL Signed Performance ** Captioned Performance


MYSTERY OF THECHRISTMAS STAR

Tis’ the season for all things gingerbread! Come along and see our festive gingerbread creations in all their glory. Local chefs have put their hearts and souls into these incredible, edible creations. Taking up the fairytale theme, you never know what delicious treats you might find.

Sat 29th November -Sun 21st December The Market Place Theatre

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Mon 1st - Tues 23rd DecemberArmagh Planetarium

Join Armagh Planetarium as they journey back over 2,000 years to Bethlehem, to discover a scientific explanation for the star the Wise Men followed to find the baby Jesus in the digital theatre show “Mystery of the Christmas Star”. This modern re-telling of the Christmas story will charm and captivate all ages.

Show Times:Mon - Fri: 2pmSat & School Holidays: 1pm and 4pmEvery Tues, Wed and Thurs from 2nd - 18th December: 7.30pm

Pre-booking essential. www.armaghplanet.comt: +44 [0] 28 3752 3689

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ST PATRICK’S CATHEDRAL [CHURCH OF IRELAND]Advent Carol Service: Sun 1st December at 3.15 pm Service of Nine Lessons & Carols: Sun 22nd December at 3.15 pmChristmas Eve: Choral Evensong and Blessing of the Crib at 5.00 pm Christmas Day: Holy Communion at 10.00 pm Christmas Day: Sung Eucharist at 11.00 am: Celebrant & Preacher: The Archbishop Service of Holy Communion: Thurs 26th - Sat 28th December at 9.30 am The Epiphany: Sung Eucharist on Mon 6th January at 10.00 am

ST PATRICK’S CATHEDRAL [CATHOLIC] An Advent Evening of Prayer and Reflection: Wed 11th December at 7.30 pm Carol Service with the Cathedral Choir: Sun 15th December at 7.00 pmChristmas Vigil Mass: Tues 24th December at 11.00 pmChristmas Day Mass: Wed 25th December at 9.00 am & 11.00 am

Join us in the Ancient Cathedral City this Christmastide as Armagh’s Cathedrals provide a place for reflection. Experience festal services, carol singing, music and readings this Christmas season.

Omniplex Armagh Spend time with loved ones this Christmas with a great selection of Christmas movies. From “The Hobbit” to this year’s big Christmas film, there’s laughter, fun and magical moments for all the family to enjoy.

Omniplex Armagh25-37 Market Street, Armaght: +44 [0] 28 3752 2646


The Argory All A Glow Thurs 11th December

5.30pm - 8.30pm

Christmas Fair Sat 6th & Sun 7th December

11.30am - 5.30pm

AT THE ARGORYCHRISTMAS TRADITIONS

CHRISTMAS MOVIE MAGIC

CHRISTMAS MOVIE MAGICA

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CHRISTMAS MOVIE MAGICFri 28th November7.30pm | Armagh Public Library A public talk entitled ‘Georgian Music in Armagh’ by Dr Sarah McCleave from Queen’s University, Belfast.

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AN EVE OF GEORGIAN DAY EVENT

GEORGIAN MUSICAn eve of Georgian Day event:

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/argory t: +44 [0] 28 8778 4753


Step away from the hustle and bustle of the high street. Experience a traditional Victorian Christmas and enjoy festive teas, music, mulled wine and roasted chestnuts in the Courtyard.

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CHRISTMAS FLOWER ARRANGINGSat 6th December 1.00pm - 3.00pmGet your home ready for the festive season. Our festive flower arranging demonstration will inspire you as, local florist Annette Foster, from Ol Flowers, will show you how to create beautiful bouquets and stunning centrepieces. Win an amazing arrangement to take home on the day!

CHILDREN’S CRAFT SESSIONSSat 13th & 20th December 11.00am - 3.00pmChildren can make a gift for someone special this Christmas with these festive workshops for age 4 years and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult but this gives you a great opportunity to browse around the shop and start, or finish, your Christmas shopping.


Allow us to take the hassle out of Christmas shopping, as we are sure to have the perfect gift in our range of crafts, designed and crafted by national designers and artisans. Additional festive activities include drop in craft sessions:

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Craftswirl @ Visitor Information Centre 40 English Street, Armagh, BT61 7BA t: +44 [0] 28 3752 1800

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St Patrick’s Cathedral [Church of Ireland]Sun 30th Nov: Advent Carol Service at 3.15pmFri 12th Dec: Concert by Armagh City Choir at 7.30pm Sun 14th Dec: Organ Recital by Mr Orly Watson at 4.15pmSun 21st Dec: Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at 3.15pmChristmas Eve: Choral Evensong and Dedication of the Crib at 5.00pmChristmas Day: Holy Communion at 10amChristmas Day: Sung Eucharist at 11am. Celebrant & Preacher: The ArchbishopTues 6th Jan: The Epiphany: Sung Eucharist at 10am

St Patrick’s Cathedral [Catholic]Thurs 27th Nov: Evening of sacred music and song with Andrea Begley and Malachi Cush*Sun 14th Dec: Carol Service by Cathedral Choir at 7pmChristmas Eve: Christmas Vigil Mass at 11pmChristmas Day: Masses at 9am & 11amThurs 1st Jan: The Feast of Mary, the Mother of God and World Day of Peace, Mass at 11.00am.

* Tickets for an ‘Evening of sacred music and song with Andrea Begley and Malachi Cush’ available from +44 [0] 28 9072 5780.


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Plan your Fairytale Christmas at www.armagh.co.ukFor further information contact:

Armagh Visitor Information Centre40 English Street, Armagh. BT61 7BA

t: +44 [0] 28 3752 1800 e: [email protected]

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