‘CASTLE ROCKS’ AS HORSLIPS GIG SET FOR DUNLUCE 21st JUNE

What do you get when you have an iconic setting, an iconic Celtic rock band and the longest day of the year – Solstice at Dunluce featuring Horslips at Dunluce Castle on 21st June! Glenarm Castle, who has historic connections with Dunluce Castle, has once again teamed up with Coleraine Borough Council, Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) and Northern Ireland Tourist Board (NITB) to stage this unique, intimate event. BUY TICKETS = http://tidd.ly/5e097dbf

Celtic Rock legends Horslips are regarded as the founding fathers of Celtic Rock. Best known for their albums The Táin, The Book Of Invasions and The Man Who Built America – the band intends to rock their exclusive, headline show at the iconic setting of Dunluce Castle on 21st June.

Dunluce Castle is one of the most iconic monuments in Northern Ireland. Located along the stunning Causeway Coastal Route, it provides a very important chapter in the history of the McDonnells of Antrim and North East Ulster. Dunluce Castle still belongs to the McDonnell family, who also own Glenarm Castle in Co Antrim, however Dunluce Castle is currently managed by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency. The gig will take place at Magherahcross car park, Dunluce, and will command spectacular views of the famous castle from a designated viewing point .

Looking forward to the event Nigel Campbell, from Glenarm Castle (pictured), said: “ On behalf of Glenarm Castle, we are delighted to announce Solstice at Dunluce, featuring Horslips, at the historic Dunluce Castle on Saturday 21st June. What a fantastic backdrop for this event and what a great opportunity to showcase the glorious Causeway Coastal Route. It’s going to be an amazing gig and as tickets are limited we would encourage people to book now to avoid disappointment. On behalf of Glenarm Castle I would like to thank Coleraine Borough Council, NITB and NIEA for their support.”

Mayor of Coleraine, Councillor David Harding, added: “ Coleraine Borough Council is delighted to be supporting another amazing concert at Dunluce Castle Portrush, featuring Horslips. This unique evening of entertainment will be another landmark event for the Borough of Coleraine and Northern Ireland. Council welcomes visitors to the Borough this forthcoming summer, particularly on the 21st June and hope they take the opportunity to explore this beautiful part of Northern Ireland. By supporting events such as these, it enables Council to attract visitors to the Borough, supporting the local economy and showcasing the wealth of attractions and facilities available.”

Eddie Rowan, Events Manager for Northern Ireland Tourist Board, added: “The Northern Ireland Tourist Board is pleased to sponsor the Solstice at Dunluce. This event will provide visitors and locals alike with the opportunity to enjoy an event showcasing a mix of performances, with international appeal. This is the second year of this event which will be held on the ancient cliffs of the Causeway Coast one of Northern Ireland’s iconic landmarks. We wish the organisers every success for the year ahead.”

Phelim Maguire, from the Dunluce Project team, said: “NIEA welcome the return of the popular ‘Solstice at Dunluce’ concert and look forward to working closely with Glenarm Castle in promoting Dunluce Castle through our many events and on our exciting Dunluce Development Project that will establish Dunluce as one of Northern Ireland’s premier visitor attractions.”

Special guest support acts includes; Bap Kennedy, Gareth Dunlop and Fretwear. Tickets for Solstice at Dunluce are available from www.ticketmaster.ie from Thursday 10th April at 9am. Ticket prices are £29.50 excluding booking fee. A VIP ticket option is also available. Ticket holders for the concert will get into the castle at a discounted rate, on 21st June, on production of their concert ticket. 

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