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Saintfield – 3rd Place In Translink’s “Ulster In Bloom” 2021

The results of the 2021 Translink “Ulster in Bloom” Competition have been announced celebrating horticultural excellence in cities, towns and villages right across Northern Ireland. The 43rd year of the competition, which aims to boost civic pride by officially recognising beautiful plant and floral displays, attracted 125 location entries from local councils, community groups and… Continue reading Saintfield – 3rd Place In Translink’s “Ulster In Bloom” 2021

Development of a Community Garden in Saintfield – Community Survey

The aim of this survey is to identify whether there is a need for a Community Garden in Saintfield based on local needs and demands. The Community Garden will be located adjacent to the Saintfield Community Centre and will provide opportunities for local residents to engage with nature, undertake horticultural activities, grow fruit and vegetables,… Continue reading Development of a Community Garden in Saintfield – Community Survey

Guided Walk Around Historic Saintfield – Sunday 12th September

Saintfield Heritage Society is organising a guided walk around Saintfield on 12th September as part of this year’s European Heritage Open Days. Meet in the Memorial Garden located in the graveyard of 1st Saintfield Presbyterian Church. Access is from the bottom of Comber Street, near the mini roundabout. The walk starts at 3:00 pm and… Continue reading Guided Walk Around Historic Saintfield – Sunday 12th September

Richard McGibbon Seeks Information About His Saintfield Ancestors

The facts that I have on this side of the Atlantic (US/Canada) are pretty well known, but where my family came from in County Down not so much. I know that William McGibbon (Sr.) was born around 1783 and married Agnes. They had some children James (1816); Joseph (1820); William (1830); Margaret (1810); Susanna (1825);… Continue reading Richard McGibbon Seeks Information About His Saintfield Ancestors