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Extra Late-Night Buses And Trains Announced For Fleadh
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed the extra services to support the festival, as part of wider traffic and travel plans for the city.
Minister Kimmins said: "With over 800,000 people expected to attend the Fleadh, there will be increased demand on transport services. These additional late-night services will help people travel safely and conveniently while supporting Belfast's wider traffic management arrangements.
"The Fleadh is one of the largest cultural festivals in Europe and it is a real honour for Belfast to be chosen to host it this year and next. Public transport has an important role to play as visitors and participants move around the city and enjoy everything the festival has to offer.
"Providing late-night travel options will support the success of the event, improve connectivity and contribute to Belfast's night-time economy."
The late-night buses and trains will operate on Sunday 2 August and from Thursday 6 August to Sunday 9 August, complementing the broader transport arrangements in place for the event. Further information and updates will be available at www.translink.co.uk/fleadh.
Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Róis-Máire Donnelly, welcomed the announcement on behalf of Belfast City Council, which is hosting the Fleadh alongside Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and Ards CCÉ. She said: "This is great news for everyone from local residents to tourists who want to make the most of the Fleadh experience and enjoy everything our city has to offer into the night.
"This will also be a welcome boost to our local restaurants, music venues and wider evening economy. Beidh deis ag lucht freastala ár gcomharsanachtaí a fheiceáil agus fearadh na fáilte rompu istigh. Bíonn an siúlach scéalach!
"Public transport is a key part of our traffic and travel plans for this huge event, and this enhanced late-night service supports our wider call to 'move with the rhythm of the Fleadh' by leaving the car at home and walking, cycling or taking the bus or train, where possible."
Visitors are encouraged to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra time and use public transport where possible, with road closures and traffic restrictions due in parts of Belfast city centre during the festival. The city's compact, walkable centre and public transport network will serve venues across the Fleadh, supported by clear signage, volunteer assistance and real-time travel information.
Access will also be supported through three dedicated Park and Ride sites for those travelling to attend. Further travel guidance is available at fleadhcheoil.ie/travel/.
Minister Kimmins said: "With over 800,000 people expected to attend the Fleadh, there will be increased demand on transport services. These additional late-night services will help people travel safely and conveniently while supporting Belfast's wider traffic management arrangements.
"The Fleadh is one of the largest cultural festivals in Europe and it is a real honour for Belfast to be chosen to host it this year and next. Public transport has an important role to play as visitors and participants move around the city and enjoy everything the festival has to offer.
"Providing late-night travel options will support the success of the event, improve connectivity and contribute to Belfast's night-time economy."
The late-night buses and trains will operate on Sunday 2 August and from Thursday 6 August to Sunday 9 August, complementing the broader transport arrangements in place for the event. Further information and updates will be available at www.translink.co.uk/fleadh.
"This will also be a welcome boost to our local restaurants, music venues and wider evening economy. Beidh deis ag lucht freastala ár gcomharsanachtaí a fheiceáil agus fearadh na fáilte rompu istigh. Bíonn an siúlach scéalach!
"Public transport is a key part of our traffic and travel plans for this huge event, and this enhanced late-night service supports our wider call to 'move with the rhythm of the Fleadh' by leaving the car at home and walking, cycling or taking the bus or train, where possible."
Visitors are encouraged to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra time and use public transport where possible, with road closures and traffic restrictions due in parts of Belfast city centre during the festival. The city's compact, walkable centre and public transport network will serve venues across the Fleadh, supported by clear signage, volunteer assistance and real-time travel information.
Access will also be supported through three dedicated Park and Ride sites for those travelling to attend. Further travel guidance is available at fleadhcheoil.ie/travel/.
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