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The Bann Disc.
A County Derry historical society has announced the launch of its latest publication, a continuation of a popular journal.
Volume 28 of The Bann Disc reflects on the fantastic wealth of history and heritage that exists in the greater Coleraine area and is a compilation of articles, stories and photographs from local contributors.
With its wrap-around cover of late 1800’s Portstewart prom, a wide-ranging mix of topics, never before seen photographs and the ever-popular colour section there is sure to be something to appeal to everyone and make an ideal Christmas gift for those at home and abroad.
Each copy of the journal will include a complimentary bookmark, mirroring the front cover image, that readers are sure to find a useful addition.
The book includes an overview of the life of General Sir Edward Nicolls KCB by local councillor Aaron Callan, and historian Stephen McCracken's article on Denis Hempson, the blind harper of Magilligan.
Other highlights include Bill Wilson's article on a 1641 murder at Ballyrashane, and Geoff Warke's history of the Windyhall area of Coleraine.
Ringrash More Covenanting Meeting House features prominently in Geoff Warke's history of the Windyhall area in Coleraine.
The annual launch event will be different this year. There are a number of ways that people can participate.
Coleraine Historical Society is inviting everyone to join them at The Sandel Centre, Coleraine on Tuesday 15th November, for The Robert Anderson Memorial Talk where the book will be available to buy (cost £10) from 7.30pm with the talk starting at 8pm.
There are also two launch events on Saturday 12th November, at Waterstones, Coleraine from 10am-12 noon and from 2pm-4pm and in The White House Portrush from 2pm-4pm.
The Bann Disc vol 28 will be available from 12th November on the website https://colerainehistory.org/bann-disc/ and via the Facebook shop: https://www.facebook.com/colerainehistoricalsocietyni.
For further information contact Barbara Harding: kbarbaraharding@yahoo.co.uk.
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