
About
Come join us for a walking tour covering the legacy of Linen in Lisburn and Lagan Valley with historian and accredited tour guide John Bradbury.
The tour will illuminate key events, buildings and developments in the city from the influence of the Huguenots to the development and global influence of Barbour Threads.
Starting out in the Linen Rooms at R-Space Gallery participants will take a stroll about and stop at the following sites.
1. Island Civic Centre
2. Lisburn Market Square
3. Bow Street
4. The New Library
5. Bow Street Mall
6. Hilden
Return to RSpace Gallery for a warming cuppa and any follow up questions and comments. The full tour is expected to take approx 1.5hours.
Please wear comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing. This event is FREE but attendees are encouraged to donate a minimum of £5 to support the work of R-Space Gallery ( NIC106350). Cash donations are also accepted at the door.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Guide dogs permitted
Event Facilities
- Booking Required
Parking & Transport
- Frequent bus services
- Off site parking
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Station nearby
- Taxi rank nearby
Provider Preferences
- In town/city centre
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest