Hidden Ulster Tours

24/06/2026

On a visit to this Belfast Museum with a tour group, I snapped a wall display showcasing 12 interesting Ulster characters whose impact and legacy has spread beyond these shores.

I will post one a day for 12 days; but this is just the tip of the iceberg. It's a place you should visit for yourselves 😀

Day 5 - HARRY FERGUSON

21/06/2026

On a visit to this Belfast Museum with a tour group, I snapped a wall display showcasing 12 interesting Ulster characters whose impact and legacy has spread beyond these shores.

I will post one a day for 12 days; but this is just the tip of the iceberg. It's a place you should visit for yourselves 😀

Day 4 - FIELD MARSHAL MONTGOMERY

20/06/2026

On a visit to this Belfast Museum with a tour group, I snapped a wall display showcasing 12 interesting Ulster characters whose impact and legacy has spread beyond these shores.

I will post one a day for 12 days; but this is just the tip of the iceberg. It's a place you should visit for yourselves 😀

Day 3 - SIR HANS SLOANE

18/06/2026

On a visit to this Belfast Museum with a tour group, I snapped a wall display showcasing 12 interesting Ulster characters whose impact and legacy has spread beyond these shores.

I will post one a day for 12 days; but this is just the tip of the iceberg. It's a place you should visit for yourselves 😀

Day 2 CYRUS McCORMICK

12/06/2026

On a visit to this Belfast Museum with a tour group, I snapped a wall display showcasing 12 interesting Ulster characters whose impact and legacy has spread beyond these shores.

I will post one a day for the next 12 days; but this is just the tip of the iceberg. It's a place you should visit for yourselves 😀

Day 1 WILLIAM FERGUSON MASSEY

28/05/2026

Quiz question of the day...

Can you identify the five people represented by the carvings on this marble altar?

More info to follow soon 😀

19/05/2026

On a visit to PRONI this morning with my tour group, I was delighted to receive a copy of this new publication which marks 250 years of stories of people from Ulster in North America - since the landmark Declaration of Independence and the formation of the United States.

Many thanks to David Huddleston for showing us some rare and thought provoking documents.

Lolly Spence
Stone Circle Consulting

25/04/2026

My lovely Canadian tour group is on the loose in the market. We have been on a walking tour of Belfast City under blue skies and a welcome sun. From here, we have a pub stop in the historic Cathedral Quarter.

On a good day, few cities are as friendly and relaxed to walk round. We passed a demonstration - campaigners on the streets raising awareness of domestic violence. My tour group commented on the civilised nature of the parade. If only they were all like that!

10/04/2026

I will be helping to facilitate elements of this exciting programme 😀

Calling all residents of Newry, Mourne & Down District Council and Louth County Council!

We have something exciting lined up for you 👀

Curious about our shared medieval heritage?
Interested in history, cultural change, settlement patterns, or built heritage?

Opportunity to gain OCN Level 2 in Tour Guiding ( additional hours required)

Join our fun and interactive programme exploring castles and tower houses! 🏰

What’s involved?
✔ Just 15 hours over 5 months
✔ Running from April to August

Spaces are limited, so be sure to register early to avoid missing out!

📩 For more information or to sign up, contact: [email protected]

This project is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

10/04/2026

Tour season 2026 is shaping up to be very busy as many people choose to visit the Emerald Isle.

Last night the Rick Steves' Europe guides met virtually on Zoom to hear from Rick and prepare for this year's programme. I will be guiding six of the Best of Ireland 14-day tours.

Rave Reviews for Our Tour Guides Rick is adamant about hiring guides he personally knows and trusts, and who share his love for Europe and passion for teaching. It's the biggest reason why each year nearly half of our tour members are repeat customers. Here are some "raves" about just a few of the f...