Around 600 marching bands and thousands are taking part in the commemorating event of the 333rd anniversary of the Battle of Boyne.
An estimated half of a million people are expected to participate in the Twelfth of July parade. This year (2023) marks the 333rd anniversary of the Battle of Boyne.
Edward Stevenson, Grand Master of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland said-“I know that a lot of work is being done by the host districts to prepare for the big day and I trust everyone will have a great time no matter which of our 19 demonstrations they attend”.
Venues
Lurgan- Brownlow House at 10 AMBelfast- Carlisle Circus at 10 AMBallymena- Church Street Car Park at 12.30 PM
Randalstown- Shane’s Street at 11 AM
Ballycastle- Ramoan Road at 1 PM
Portglenone- Portglenone Free Presbyterian Church at 12.30 PM
Platform proceedings: Clay Road
Broughshane- Commons, Tullymore Road at 12 PM
Loughbrickland- Scarva Road at 12 PM
Bangor- Bangor Orange Hall at 12 PM
Comber- Park Way Playing Fields at 12 PM
Kilkeel- Kilkeel Orange Hall at 11AM
Ballinamallard- Ballinamallard United FC at 11.45AM
Coleraine- Union Street at 12 PM
Magherafelt- Castledawson Road at 12 PM
Dungannon- Lord Northland Memorial Park at 1 PM
Clougher- Station Road at 12.15 PM
Dromore- Omagh Road at 12.20 PM
Upper Ballinderry- Ballinderry Road at 11.30 AM
Weather for July 12
Weather is reportedly to be unpleasant. The Met officer has warned about the same. It may rain for the next few days i.e., July 11,12 and 13.
FAQs
Q1:What is celebrated on the 12th of July?
“The Twelfth” is celebrated on the 12th of July as it marks the victory of King William in the Battle of Boyne in 1960. This year marks its 333rd Anniversary.
Q2:What is the weather condition on July 12 in Northern Ireland?
Weather is reportedly to be unpleasant. The Met officer has warned about the same. It may rain for the next few days i.e., July 11,12 and 13
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