About this event
If we could hear Lough Neagh speak, what would she say? The widely publicised pollution of the lough has been described as a slow death. The build-up of agricultural poison has formed toxic algal blooms that choke the wild inhabitants of the lough and drive the local community from its shores. But Lough Neagh has been part of our world for 400 million years, and borders five of the six counties. People have been benefitting from its resources since the dawn of civilisation, and stories of the lough are woven into the mythological fabric of Ulster and beyond. This live event juxtaposes Northern Ireland's rich television archive of BBC Northern Ireland and Ulster Television with traditional Irish singing and local journalism to explore the heritage, history and cultural significance of Lough Neagh. With traditional singer Méabh Meir as the voice of Lough Neagh, and spoken word from Tommy Greene, reading from his book, Troubled Waters: How Lough Neagh Is Being Destroyed by Corporate Greed and Political Neglect. Curated by Belfast Film Festival programmer, Rose Baker, and edited by Docs Ireland programmer, Stuart Sloan.
Event details
- Date
- Sunday, 1 November 2026
- Start time
- 00:00
Getting there & venue info
Belfast, See venue website, Belfast .
Good to know
What time does The Lough Speaks start?
The Lough Speaks is on Sunday, 1 November 2026 at Belfast, Belfast. The listed start time is 00:00 (UK time).
What are the set times for The Lough Speaks?
Official set times for The Lough Speaks haven't been published. The listed start is 00:00. Running orders are usually confirmed by the venue or artist closer to the date, so check their social channels.
Where is Belfast?
Belfast is at See venue website, , Belfast.
