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Christmas at the HomePlace Hearth

Seamus Heaney HomePlace, 45 Main Street, Bellaghy, County Londonderry, BT45 8HT
Christmas at the HomePlace Hearth

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With Glenn Patterson, Neil Martin, Anthony Toner and Rod McVey

A year passes so quickly – and it's that time again! One of HomePlace's most popular festive events – Christmas at the HomePlace Hearth – returns for a feast of seasonal words and music featuring composer Neil Martin (pipes, whistle and cello), songwriter Anthony Toner (guitar and vocals), author Glenn Patterson (welcomes and beautifully curated readings) and pianist and arranger Rod McVey.

This luminous evening of music, poetry and laughter, delivered with heart and humour, has become a popular fixture on the HomePlace calendar. As ever, there's a gentle festive theme to the whole affair – a collection of airs, songs and recitations to send you out into the night with a seasonal glow.

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Adult£20.00 per ticket

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Season (13 Dec 2025)
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Saturday19:30 - 21:00

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