| Celtic European Festival
of the Sea
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The Celtic European Festival of the Sea paid a visit to the North
Coast between 22nd May and the 4th June 2006. Radio Foyle was
there to soak up the maritime atmosphere and the Northwest's weekend
sun, and we even managed to take a few pictures. Have a look below.
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Amongst the ships visiting the festival were 'Kathleen
and May', 'Iris', 'Artemis' and 'De Gallant', in addition to the
Royal Navy's HMS Blyth and the Irish Navy's Niamh .
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A large number of local boating enthusiasts, from
as far away as Carnlough and West Donegal got involved.
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The weekend's fine weather and a number of supporting
attractions including street theatre and a french market attracted
a large crowd to the event.
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The event, Ireland's first ever maritime festival
featured traditional and classic craft of all shapes and sizes,
from small rowing boats to the world renowned Tall Ships.
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