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Greencastle takes part in Foyle
Days
12.06.09
THE banks of the Foyle
from Derry to Greencastle will be alive with
activity this weekend to celebrate the waterway's
vast maritime heritage as part of the Foyle Days
2009 event.
Organised by Derry City Council and facilitated by
Londonderry Port, Lough's Agency and Ilex, the event
kicks off on Saturday, June 13 at Queen's Quay and
promises a range of unique family activities over
the two-day event.
Shroove-based harbourmaster for Derry, Bill McCann
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"This event promotes
the accessibility of the River Foyle, highlighting
the range of activities that are available for
families and outdoor enthusiasts. Londonderry Port
is delighted to be associated with this event and is
looking forward to a great weekend."
Eco-based tours, exploring the riverbanks and creeks
of the River Foyle will be offered by Moville's Just
Kayak. The Culmore Sailing Club will also be in
attendance along the riverfront with demonstrations
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Punt boats. The Derry
Open Yacht Race is sure to provide a spectacle and
will leave from the pontoon at 3pm on Saturday and
make its way to Greencastle.
Other highlights include a portable diving pool
where the City of Derry Sub Aqua Diving Club will be
offering visitors an opportunity to experience scuba
diving in a safe environment. Supervised canoeing
sessions will also be provide by the Foyle Paddlers
canoeing club while junior members of the club
demonstrate their canoe slalom at the Foyle Pontoon
throughout the afternoon. Advance booking for taster
sessions at the information desk on site is
essential.
There is also the opportunity to avail of a
historical tour of the Ebrington Site, visiting the
Atlantic Memorial Exhibition in the Workhouse and
the Spanish Armada Exhibition in the Tower Museum. A
free shuttle bus service will be provided and tours
will depart from the lay-by opposite Quay West at
12pm, 1.30pm and 3.00pm daily.
The Lough's Agency will profile the work of the
organisation through their display in the Maritime
Marquee. The agency's Andy Sides explained: "Our
fresh water bug sample display is hugely popular
with children and familes alike. We're really
looking forward to the weekend and are thrilled to
be associated with the Foyle Days 2009 event."
For more details visit
www.derrycity.gov.uk/foyledays |
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