Mary Ann's Poor House Tales
Clifton House · Clifton House, 2 North Queen Street, Belfast, BT15 1ES
Daily · 3 Aug–7 Aug · 10:30am–4pm
Clifton House at the Fleadh
Experience a vibrant programme of events at Clifton House during Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, connecting visitors with Belfast's rich musical, cultural and social history.
The programme includes an engaging history talk exploring Edward Bunting and Mary Ann McCracken, two important protectors of Irish music, featuring performances from the Sky Harp Ensemble. Visitors can also enjoy taster tours of Clifton Street Cemetery and self-guided tours of Belfast's former Poor House.
Event Dates
3 August 2026 – 7 August 2026
Sunday 3 August
Bookable slots every 15 minutes between:
- 10:30am – 12:30pm
- 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Monday 4 August
Bookable slots every 15 minutes between:
- 10:30am – 12:30pm
Tuesday 5 August
Bookable slots every 15 minutes between:
- 10:30am – 12:30pm
- 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Wednesday 6 August
Bookable slots every 15 minutes between:
- 10:30am – 12:30pm
- 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Thursday 7 August
Bookable slots every 15 minutes between:
- 10:30am – 12:30pm
Opening Times
| Day | Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:30 - 12:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:30 - 12:30 |
| Friday | 10:30 - 16:00 |
Discover the people, places and stories that helped shape Belfast's musical and social heritage.
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