General Event Information
When is the Lammas Fair?
This year's festival will begin on Saturday 27th August, continuing until Tuesday 30th August
What time is the fair?
The roads closures are in place as follows: -
Monday – 8am – 10pm
Tuesday – 8am – 10pm
This is to enable traders sufficient set up times to enable trading between the following times:-
Monday – 9am – 9pm
Tuesday – 9am – 8pm
Will the Sunday night fireworks and concert take place this year?
There will be fireworks on Sunday 28th August at The Marina with the best viewing point being at The Seafront. These will be at 9.30pm with the band 30 Mile Limit commencing at The Diamond at 9.45pm.
Alongside the street stalls what else can I expect at the fair?
The Entertainment Stage will be located at The Marina Car Park with musical acts both days. Timings for stage Monday 11am – 6.30pm and Tuesday 11am – 5pm. Acts include Aidan Logan, Dandylyons Trio, The Ropey Bros, Gary Anderson, Choltas and many more.
On Saturday 27th the Heavy Horse Show returns along with the Beach Horse Races. The Heavy Horse Show is held at Sheskburn House Car Park from 12noon – 3pm, whilst the Beach Horse Races on Ballycastle beach commence at 5pm.
There will also be circus skills workshops Monday & Tuesday , fun with drums workshops Monday & Tuesday 12 noon – 4pm, animal farm, walkabout characters, buskers and other various pockets of entertainment on the streets.
Naturally North Coast & Glens Artisan Market will be in attendance based at the Seafront commencing from Saturday 27th through to Tuesday 30th. Trading times Saturday 11am – 5pm, Sunday 11am – 5pm & 7pm – 10pm for Twilight Market, Monday & Tuesday 9am – 6pm.
Will there be amusements?
The Fairground will be at Quay Road Playing Fields opening Friday 26th - Tuesday 30th August. Childrens amusements at The Seafront open on Saturday 27th and will run until Tuesday 30th August. Opening times as follows:
Friday 26th August 2022 6.00pm until 10.00pm (Quiet Time 6pm – 7pm)
Saturday 27th 2pm-11pm
Sunday 28th 2pm-11pm
Monday 29th 10am-11pm
Tuesday 30th 11am-11pm
Amenities
Where are the toilets located?
Static public toilets are located at The Ferry Terminal Car Park, Marina Car Park, Tennis Courts and Market Street, Ballycastle. There will also be a number of Portable toilets located throughout the main event space.
What disabled facilities are in place?
Disabled toilets are located at all the static toilets named above. Mobiloo will also be attending based at The Seafront area. Shop Mobility will be on site with wheelchairs and scooters for hire on Monday 29th only, to book prior to event please contact Shop Mobility on 028 9080 8090.
Traffic and Transport
How can I get to Ballycastle via Public Transport?
There will be an enhanced Translink Ulsterbus service to Ballycastle. To ensure you get the most up to date information please visit www.translink.co.uk where you will find their live date journey planner.
Will I be redirected on approach to Ballycastle?
All motorists travelling to Ballycastle are asked to follow directional signage which will be in place to help alleviate any potential traffic congestion.
Will there be a park and ride?
A chargeable park and ride facility will operate on Monday and Tuesday (29th & 30th August) from the GAA Club on Whitepark Road. All buses are fully wheelchair accessible and the service will run approx. every 20 minutes at a cost of £5.
What public car parks will be open?
Parking at the Harbour is available but limited so it is advised that visitors use the Park & Ride.
Where can I find disabled car parking?
There will be limited disabled car parking at Market Street and The Ferry Terminal Car Park. These are designated on a first come first served basis.
Which roads will be closed and during which times?
Sunday 28th August a road closure will be in place from 7pm – midnight involving The Diamond, Ann Street from The Diamond to Rathlin Road, Castle Street from The Diamond to Leyland Road, Market Street from the Diamond to Moyle Road and Fairhill Street from The Diamond to Mill Street. PLEASE NOTE, depending on attendance for the fireworks display on Sunday evening North Street may close at short notice.
On Monday 29th and Tuesday 30th August the road closure will be in place from 8am – 10pm. This is a full road closure on Quay Road from its junction with Mary Street to include Ann Street, The Diamond and Castle Street.
The roads adjoining Quay Road, Ann Street and Castle Street are also affected as follows (residents access only):
Beechwood Avenue from its junction of Strandview to Quay Road
Rathlin Road is closed from its junction with Atlantic Road to Quay Road
Market Street from its junction with Moyle Road to The Diamond
Clare Street from is junction with Market Street to Castle Street
Glentaisie Drive from its junction of Mill Street/Kilrea Road to junction of Castle Street
Mill Street from its junction of Glentaise Drive/Kilrea Road to Fairhill Street.
NOTE: There will be a diversion route to facilitate traffic to the Seafront/Cushendall
