Linen Flags in Castle Gardens Lisburn, July 2023. Photo: Neal Campbell.

Come join us for a walking tour covering the legacy of Linen in Lisburn and Lagan Valley with historian and accredited tour guide John Bradbury.

The tour will illuminate key events, buildings and developments in the city from the influence of the Huguenots to the development and global influence of Barbour Threads.

Starting out in the Linen Rooms at R-Space Gallery participants will take a stroll about and stop at the following sites.

1. Island Civic Centre

2. Lisburn Market Square

3. Bow Street

4. The New Library

5. Bow Street Mall

6. Hilden

Return to R-Space Gallery for a warming cuppa and any follow up questions and comments. The full tour is expected to take approx. 1.5hours.

Please wear comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing. This event is FREE but attendees are encouraged to donate a minimum of £5 to support the work of R-Space Gallery (NIC106350). Cash donations are also accepted at the door.