The Bonfire and Beacon tradition has become synonymous with Protestant celebrations during the Twelfth fortnight in Ulster. Until recently the…
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Make Music Day – 21sth June!
Make Music Day – 21sth June – get Involved

Why do the Apprentice Boys parade at Easter?
I’m sure you know why the Apprentice Boys of Derry (ABOD) parade in December (To mark the Closing of the…

Happy Birthday Northern Ireland!
On this day in 1921, Northern Ireland was formed!

Happy St Patrick’s Day
10 brutally honest facts about St. Patrick’s Day.

Internationally Acclaimed Accordion Ensemble comes to the North Coast
Internationally Acclaimed Accordion Ensemble comes to the North Coast

The Death of King William III – 8th March 1702
Today marks the death of King William III (although taking into account the change to the calendars it’s actually 19th March!). But I thought you might be interested in a few lines about his passing. Hope you enjoy!

The Origin of Ulsters’ Marching Bands
Short piece authored by Quincey Dougan back in 2013 looking at the Origins of Ulsters Marching Bands

Somme Memorial’s Generous Donation
Members of Somme Memorial Flute Band were delighted recently to be able to make a presentation to Macmillan Cancer Support.…

Why being a member of a band is good for you!
We all know it but its nice to see it all laid out – Marching Bands are good for you!

The swift formation of Northern Ireland was made possible by an English civil servant
Ernest Clark played a key role in NI’s launch in 1921 By Gordon Lucy Although the Government of Ireland Bill became…

East Belfast Protestant Boys Newest CD NOW AVAILABLE!!
East Belfast Protestant Boys CD OUT NOW!! available to purchase from Union Jack Shop, from any band member or on the bands facebook page. Cd’s are priced at £10