Heritage, mental health, media, and community development. Trustee of Belfast’s Oldest Charity @cliftonhousebelfast Also on @markglover.bsky.social

Northern Ireland
Joined February 2009
Hi @belfastcc With low water levels any plans to clean out The Waterworks lower pond? Counted 7 bikes and two traffic cones. It’s a fantastic wellbeing resource for North Belfast - especially with hundreds there today for the Fleadh Fringe.
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Today is Good Friday. Please do NOT: Drive a cart before noon Light a forge Go near the sea (it has "a great craving for bodies" today) Shave your horse >
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Thanks so much to the @irish_news for this fantastic double spread today. If you want to read more about the Beginnings of the Belfast Charitable Society, pick up a copy today or read online here: irishnews.com/.../the-belfas…
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Short video about my new book "Travels through the Spanish Civil War" published by @HurstPublishers out nor in the UK and Spain, and in the rest of Europe, the US, etc on 5 December. Many thanks!
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Today Belfast Charitable Society announced a £47,732 donation to People's Kitchen funding 4 months of emergency accommodation, 16,000+ meals & 480 sleeping bags. “This extremely generous donation from Belfast Charitable Society will be a lifeline over Christmas.” — Paul McCusker
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Charity Commission launches inquiry into PCI a month after moderator resigned over “serious and significant” safeguarding failings. And 3 years after Lord Alderdice gave the Commission a report alleging widespread harassment & abuse of power in the church bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c62n…
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🎄 One Week to Go! Join us Sun 7 Dec at the Poor House for an adults-only Christmas experience in a stunning Georgian setting. Learn about historic Clifton House traditions, craft a Victorian Christmas cornucopia, and enjoy festive treats. 🎟 Limited tickets left - Book now!
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🎄 The Christmas tree is up at Clifton House! ✨ Festive tours are nearly sold out — book fast! 5 Dec – Poor House Tour (limited) 7 Dec – Victorian Crafty Christmas (9.45 & 1.45 left) 12–13 Dec – Poor House Tour (limited) 19–20 Dec – Poor House Tour (available)
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In our next volunteer spotlight we want to thank Gary, who joined us in 2023 as a volunteer guide. As well as being a very knowledgeable tour guide, Gary is also a talented photographer. Head over to our Facebook page to find out more. Volunteer with us? cliftonbelfast.com/volunteer…
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Two deceased animals found at Waterworks Park have tested positive for bird flu. While the park remains open, I would encourage everyone to take extra care & follow the guidance. You should not touch sick or dead birds or animals, keep pets away from them, avoid contaminated surfaces or untreated feathers & maintain good hygiene through regular handwashing & sanitiser.
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An absolutely fantastic experience. You will learn so much. Apply!
Have your say in heritage - we’re looking for new committee member in Northern Ireland. Our committees make decisions on grant requests between £250,000 and £5million and provide a crucial local perspective on heritage. Read more and apply by 7 December👉heritagefund.ciphr-irecruit.…
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In this new feature we want to shine a spotlight on our incredible volunteers who help to share and protect our history. Colin has been volunteering with Clifton House for over two years. Head over to our Facebook page to find out more. Volunteer with us? cliftonbelfast.com/volunteer…
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Little old @QFTBelfast in the running for Cinema of the Year - make your vote count.
⭐@QFTBelfast is up for for @BIFA_film's Cinema of the Year award, supported by @KiaUK !⭐ If QFT has ever made your cinema night special, show your love and vote for here: bifa.film/coty/ #BIFA2025 #QFTBelfast #CinemaOfTheYear
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‘Digging up the dead’ 🪦 In the latest piece for the @BelTel Faces & Places series i’ve been charting the history of Belfast’s oldest burial grounds and their links to the ghoulish bodysnatching trade…
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Belfast Historic Waterfront is a new Heritage Place! 🎉 From the River Lagan to London’s fastest-evolving borough, our new #HeritagePlaces are: Barking & Dagenham; Belfast Historic Waterfront; Dudley; Orkney Islands; Tameside; and Ynys Môn / Isle of Anglesey (1/2)
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🎄Preparations are already underway for our Very Victorian Christmas event on Sunday 7 December. Thanks to Kathleen's Attic, we have already taken a delivery of Christmas garlands!🎄 Tickets are limited. To book your spot, esp if coming as a group, visit cliftonhousebelfast.ticketso…
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