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The re-enactment of Schomberg’s Siege of Carrickfergus is taking place bank holiday Monday 26 August.
This free event will include over 40 re-enactors from across the United Kingdom, all dressed in period costume, followed by a pageantry parade to meet King William at the pier!
As well as the live cannon and musket firing, residents and visitors will be able to visit the historical military encampments making the Siege an event not to be missed.
Reenactors include the North Irish Dragoons, Edinburgh City Guard (Scotland), Earl of Loudoun's (Scotland), Kragfergus, Minstrel Boys, and CHRAG Carrickfergus, all tied together by the talented story teller Stephen Lalley.
The Siege of Carrickfergus artisan market will host over 14 speciality producers, including familiar favourites who attend the Carrickfergus monthly artisan market, alongside new local producers.
The market offers a wide range of exciting products to include baked goods, embroidered art, aromatherapy oils, hand-crafted homeware, as well as tasty homemade treats for your canine friends.
Council has included something to keep all the family entertained with archery, a climbing wall, sensory play areas, falconry displays, an outdoor cinema showing of Brave... and a range of intruiging entertainers such as a Stilt Pirate, a Jumping Jester, and the Bubble Fairy!
Please note: Loud firing will occur from 12.30pm to 1.30pm/1.45pm, and at 3pm/3.15pm upon re-enactment finish. The rest of the event is considered as 'Quiet Time'.
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