Derry Daily
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Sport
  • Features
  • Courts
  • Business
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Jobs
Friday 3°CSaturday 3°C

Derry Daily Derry Daily Derry Daily

  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Sport
  • Features
  • Courts
  • Business
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Jobs
EntertainmentFeaturesNews

ENJOY SOME CHRISTMAS MAGIC ON THE FAIRYTALE TRAIL THROUGH DERRY

written by John November 28, 2016
ShareTweet

hans-christian-andersenIF you want to experience some fairytale magic this Christmas then why not join the Hans Christian Anderson Tale Trail bringing some of the writer’s best loved characters to life next weekend.

The trail will wind its way through some of Derry’s most scenic streets and buildings, animating figures such as the charming Little Matchstick Girl, The Steadfast Tin Soldier and the majestic Snow Queen.

Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Alderman Hilary McClintock, said the trail would get families into the festive spirit.

“I’m really looking forward to this event which is new to our Christmas programme this year, and which will appeal to children of all ages.

“It’s a great opportunity for visitors to the city to explore some of the city’s most enchanting areas such as our beautiful City Walls and St Augustine’s Church.

“Hans Christian Anderson is the ultimate craftsman when it comes to fairy tales and I would really encourage families to come along and enjoy some of the traditional stories that really capture the essence of Christmas.”

In Your Space will be breathing life into the works with performances of the Tinderbox, The Red Shoes and The Wild Swans.

Follow the trail through the Craft Village, the grounds of St Columb’s Cathedral, The City Walls and the Yellow Yard, and enjoy music, puppetry, performance and visual projections along your journey.

Festival and Events Manager with Derry City and Strabane District Council, Jacqueline Whoriskey, said:

“We are always looking for new ways to enhance the festive atmosphere in the lead in to Christmas and we are delighted to be able to host this exciting new element to our programme this year.

“In Your Space will be bringing some festive sparkle to the programme with their performances of some fairytale favourites, perfect for all the family, and a great chance to explore the city.

“We have events taking place every week now approaching Christmas, starting with our Sound of Light Parade taking place this weekend, so plenty of family fun to enjoy in between the Christmas shopping.”

The Hans Christian Anderson Trail will take place on Friday December 2nd and Sunday December 4th throughout the city centre.

There will be three showings of each fairytale performance throughout the afternoon taking place on Friday 2nd December – Show Times – 6pm, 7pm, and 8pm and Sunday 4th December – Show Times – 2pm, 3pm and 4pm.

Maps for the trail can be collected from the Guildhall and the Tower Museum.

For more information on all the festive highlights you can see the full programme at www.derrystrabane.com/christmas

ENJOY SOME CHRISTMAS MAGIC ON THE FAIRYTALE TRAIL THROUGH DERRY was last modified: November 28th, 2016 by John

Tags:
CITY WALLSCRAFT VILLAGEENJOY SOME CHRISTMAS MAGIC ON THE FAIRYTALE TRAIL THROUGH DERRYMAYOR HILARY MCCLINTOCKST COLUMB'S CATHEDRALYELLOW YARD
ShareTweet
John

LEAVE A COMMENT

You may also like

Eastwood urges immediate action to pay teachers...

13 hours ago

Ball stop fencing to be installed at...

13 hours ago

Mayor launches festive Christmas cards while supporting...

15 hours ago

Police in Derry seize machete and axe...

17 hours ago

Sadness as Pogues legend Shane MacGowan dies...

17 hours ago

Job Vacancy: Accounts Administrator opportunity

20 hours ago

Harkin: Teachers deserve a real pay rise

21 hours ago

Sheep rustlers hunted in Co Derry

21 hours ago

Gallagher: Radical action needed to ensure fish...

21 hours ago

Woman arrested and drugs seized in Co...

22 hours ago

Keep in touch

Facebook Twitter Email

Features

  • DD Travel Feature: Cork’s amazing The Montenotte Hotel

    April 18, 2023
  • Derry cancer survivor Noeleen McMorris reveals importance of awareness

    July 25, 2022
  • Competition! Win tickets to Northern Ireland v England Women’s Euro 2022 match

    June 17, 2022
  • Glenapp Castle: Only a few miles from home but a million miles away

    December 20, 2021
  • DD Travel Feature: The Unsung Shores of Portugal

    November 12, 2021

Courts

  • Man to face court over assault

    November 28, 2023
  • McLaughlin welcomes positive step to tackle prosecution of sexual offences

    November 28, 2023
  • McLaughlin: Justice system failing victims of sexual offences

    November 24, 2023
  • Two sentenced over drug offences in Derry

    November 15, 2023
  • Ex-SDLP deputy mayor Jim McKeever loses appeal against sex convictions

    November 14, 2023

Donegal Daily

    Read More

    • News
    • Sport
    • Courts
    • Jobs
    • Features
    • Business
    • Politics

    Information

    • Contact Us
    • About
    • Advertise WIth Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Terms & Conditions
    Derry Daily

    © 2023 Derry Daily. All rights reserved.


    Back To Top