Things to do in Bellaghy

HomePlace: A Decade Celebration

“The books stood open and the gates unbarred” - ‘Villanelle for an Anniversary’ by Seamus HeaneySeamus Heaney HomePlace opened its doors in September 2016 to in…

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The Newer World: An Evening with Sebastian Barry

Sebastian Barry is regarded as one of the foremost novelists of our time. We welcome his return to The Helicon stage to discuss his latest novel, The Newer Worl…

Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy

Poetry & Prose: Nick Laird & Zadie Smith

In conversation with James Conor PattersonWe are thrilled to welcome award-winning duo Nick Laird and Zadie Smith to The Helicon stage.

Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy

Fergal Keane in Conversation

Known for his courageous and compassionate reporting on global conflict, acclaimed broadcaster and former BBC correspondent Fergal Keane discusses his new book,…

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A Hosting: Martin Doyle

In conversation with Martina DevlinMartin Doyle is Books Editor of The Irish Times and has spent more than 35 years interviewing many of Ireland’s leading write…

Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy

An Evening with Daniel Mulhall

We are delighted to welcome Daniel Mulhall to The Helicon. A former Irish Ambassador to Kuala Lumpur, Berlin, London and Washington, he is one of Ireland’s most…

Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy

Scene of the Crime: Eoin McNamee & Adrian McKinty

We are thrilled to welcome two of Northern Ireland’s finest crime writers to The Helicon.

Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy

Edge Street Live presents Brian Bilston

HOW TO LAY AN EGG WITH A HORSE INSIDEBrian Bilston has been described as the Banksy of poetry and Twitter’s unofficial Poet Laureate; with over 500,000 follower…

Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy

John McGahern: A Writing Life with Frank Shovlin

John McGahern was hailed as one of Ireland’s greatest novelists, yet much of his personal life remained hidden.

Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy

Three Poets: Medbh McGuckian, Moyra Donaldson & Ruth Carr

Enjoy an inspiring afternoon with three of Northern Ireland’s most distinguished poets.

Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy