Irish Transport Heritage Events

INDOOR EVENTS

The following are the Indoor Events for the incoming months all of which will be held in the McElhinney Room 2, The Pavilion, NICSSSA, Stormont Estate, Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast and commence at 19.45. Admission free – Open to non-members – Retiring collection.

Thursday 10th January 2013 – “Remnants of Irish Railways North and South”

Over the years member Richard Hayes and the late Roy Forsythe toured the length and breadth of Ireland seeking out what was left of many of Ireland’s long closed railways. Tonight, by way of a tribute to his friend Roy, Richard has kindly agreed to give us a glimpse of some of the things they came across on their travels.

Thursday 14th February 2013 – “St Valentines Night Massacre”

Once again member Noel O’Rawe takes us through another selection of his photograph collection. As always this promises to be an interesting and entertaining evening delivered in Noel’s inimitable style. And the reason for the title, that’s the fate that awaits Noel when Cherie finds out what he’s doing on Valentines night.

Thursday 7th March 2013 – “Up and Down the Alps – Switzerland in 2012’’ – PLEASE NOTE DATE

Dublin member Clifton Flewitt visited Switzerland for his 2012 summer holiday and tonight we look at some of the rail, bus and tram systems which he encountered along the way. These always prove to be interesting and informative meetings and once again we thank Clifton for taking the time and trouble to make the long trek North to entertain us.

Please note that to facilitate Clifton, this meeting will be one week earlier than usual, i.e. the first Thursday of the month and not the usual second.

A special word of thanks to all who have agreed to give presentations at our forthcoming meetings, your efforts are very much appreciated.

OUTDOOR EVENTS

Friday 3rd – Monday 6th May 2013 – ’Llandudno Transport Festival’

Once again, the May Day Bank Holiday weekend will see us heading across the Irish Sea to North Wales and the Transport Festival at the seaside resort of Llandudno.

This event attracts several hundred entries covering buses, cars, commercials, fire engines and military vehicles as well as traction engines and stationary engines. There should be something to interest everyone and that’s not even mentioning the large number of stalls on site.

Departure will be from Belfast (Europa Bus Centre) at about 0530 on Friday 3rd May returning around 2000 on Monday 6th. We expect to be able to offer this weekend for £185 (provisional price). That will include ferry crossings, travel in one our preserved buses and three nights accommodation in the Trevone Hotel on the seafront where a warm welcome is always guaranteed by our host Rodger. Full details of timings will be provided just prior to the event. Hotel accommodation is limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis so early booking is essential. Due to problems obtaining seats on the evening fast ferry for the return journey on previous trips, it has been decided to return in comfort on the earlier slow boat sailing.

Our optional Saturday day tour always proves popular and something along the same lines will be arranged for this year. A small additional charge will be made for this trip.

Various payment options are available and are indicated on the booking form, I hope there is one to suit your requirements.

To reserve places, please complete the booking form below and return, with your deposit/payment, to the address below no later than 31st January 2013.

Booking Form

 


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Saturday 27 April 2013 - Annual Bus & Coach Rally

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