Fernhill House Heritage Events

Fernhill House – Heritage Events

Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 July

Discover the history, nature and stories of Fernhill House with a weekend of free heritage events for all ages.

Built in 1864 and set within the beautiful surroundings of Glencairn Park, Fernhill House has been part of Belfast’s story for more than 160 years. Join us for a weekend inspired by its Victorian past and the people, traditions and communities that have shaped the surrounding area.

Shared Threads: A Community Quilt Picnic

Saturday 18 July | 11am – 12.30pm

Explore Belfast’s rich textile heritage at a relaxed outdoor craft picnic. Inspired by Victorian sewing circles and quilting traditions from around the world, help create a community quilt while sharing stories of home, heritage and belonging.

Fernhill Foraging & Victorian Apothecary

Saturday 18 July | 1pm – 2.30pm

Take a gentle walk through the grounds and discover the plants, herbs and natural remedies familiar to Victorian households and different cultures. Create your own herb sachets and nature-inspired keepsakes to take home.

Stories, Songs & Shared Roots

Saturday 18 July | 3pm – 4.30pm

Gather beneath the trees for an afternoon of stories, songs and shared memories. Through music and storytelling, celebrate the traditions and cultures that connect communities across Belfast.

Hidden Histories of Fernhill & Glencairn

Sunday 19 July | 2pm – 3.30pm

Discover the fascinating history of Fernhill House, Glencairn Park and the surrounding area on a guided heritage walk. Explore stories of Victorian Belfast, local industry, community life and the people who have shaped this historic landscape.

All events are free. Places are limited, so advance booking is recommended.

Shared Roots is part of the From Multiculturalism to Interculturalism led by ArtsEkta, Kabosh and Cairde na Cille under the Belfast Local Community Action Plan, supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body.