Skip to content
Skip to content

Summer Music Series with Lonesome George

Live music, scenic views, and laid-back vibes with Lonesome George in Castle Ward’s historic courtyard.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Lonesome George’s song-writing (in both English and Irish language) deals with love, life and revolution; addressing mental health, the treatment of refugees and the environmental crisis. These ideas are brought to life through multi-layered riff-led grooves; 4 & 5 part harmonies, ethereal & ambient pieces; rip-roaring reels and other dance rhythms; and a selection of flavours from various genres interwoven to create a unique sound; changing from song to song, all while remaining rooted in the Irish tradition.

LG is Joe Campbell-McArdle (guitar, vocals), Myles McCormack (mandolin, vocals), Catriona Ní Ghribín (accordion, vocals), Fintan Mulholland (flute, whistles, vocals), Dermot Moynagh (bodhrán, percussion)

Grab a blanket, round up your favourite people, and stretch out in the summer sun. Bring a picnic or pick up a treat from the tearoom—either way, the vibe is relaxed, the music’s live, and the backdrop is unbeatable.

No booking needed, just drop in and enjoy. Entry included with admission or membership.

Make Sundays sing at Castle Ward.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

Check admission prices

The basics

Accessibility

All areas flat-access.

Meeting point

Castle Ward Stableyard

Suitability for children

Suitable event for children.

What to bring and wear

Dress for the weather!

Upcoming events

Strangford Bay Alpacas at Castle Ward 

Join Strangford Bay Alpacas this summer for a relaxed alpaca walking experience around the beautiful Castle Ward estate.

Event summary

on
27 Jun to 23 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 10 other dates or times

Cornmill Demonstrations 

See history brought to life as you watch the 18th century water-powered cornmill in action.

Event summary

on
28 Jun to 30 Aug 2026
at 13:30 to 15:30+ 9 other dates or times

Living History Saturdays 

Meet Georgian characters from the past in the House, see how they live and find out what their days were like.

Event summary

on
4 Jul to 3 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 3 other dates or times

Summer of Play at Castle Ward 

Get ready for Summer of Play at Castle Ward!

Event summary

on
11 Jul to 24 Aug 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 44 other dates or times