Festival of Archaeology Launch Event 2025
Join us for a fun-filled family day for the launch of this year's Festival of Archaeology on and around Divis and The Black Mountain!
- Booking not needed
- Free event
In collaboration with the Council for British Archaeology, discover the amazing history of the landscape, from prehistoric times to its important role in founding the Ordnance Survey 200 years ago.
On the mountain, uncover history through a live excavation, take part in guided and sensory walks, enjoy storytelling sessions, and see flint knapping and mapping demonstrations in action.
At Hannahstown Community Centre, families can dive into archaeology-themed fun with kids’ sand trays, dress-up activities, and a heritage explorer challenge. There’ll also be clay art sessions, info from the Historic Environment Record NI, and more.
Come along and experience archaeology like never before—fun, engaging, and packed with discovery!
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call n/a
- Suitability
All ages
- Meeting point
Divis and the Black Mountain meeting point is the Café Barn. Hannahstown Community Centre main Hall.
- What to bring and wear
Suitable walking shoes and weather appropriate clothes.
- Accessibility
Please note that as an outdoor event pathways may be uneven. We anticipate that the event will go ahead in all weather so please wear clothing and footwear appropriate to the terrain and weather conditions.
- Other
There will be a free shuttle bus running between both locations. Parking is available at Hannahstown Community Centre