Explore Friar's Bush Graveyard — Guided Tours in Belfast
Expert-led graveyard tours, cultural events and community-focused experiences at a restored South Belfast site.
Tours & Experiences
Public whistlestop walks, private corporate bookings, Halloween specials and community group visits — discover Friar's Bush.
About Cairde na Cille CIC
Cairde na Cille CIC is a Belfast-based community interest company that preserves and interprets the historic Friar's Bush Graveyard through guided tours, cultural events and outreach programs. The organisation offers a range of public and private experiences that highlight South Belfast heritage, ceremony and remembrance while supporting local community projects.
Guides present the transformed graveyard's history with sensitivity and scholarly attention, drawing on archaeological, historical and cultural knowledge. Tours include the Friar's Bush Graveyard Whistlestop Tour, private and corporate tours, a seasonal Halloween Special Tour led by Dr. Deirdre Nic an tSionnaigh, and community group visits for disadvantaged groups. Each experience is designed to be accessible and educational, with options for tailored corporate bookings and specially arranged sessions for community organisations.
As a registered CIC, Cairde na Cille CIC reinvests activities and proceeds into community and cultural preservation initiatives. Events combine storytelling, music and ceremony—sometimes featuring live harp performance and Irish Gaelic elements—to create meaningful visits that respect the sacred nature of the site. The organisation works with volunteers, local partners and heritage professionals to maintain Friar's Bush as a peaceful place of memory and learning.
Visitors can expect respectful, small-group tours that balance atmosphere with factual interpretation. Booking information, event dates and accessibility options are available through the organisation's listings and event pages, which help ensure transparent and reliable visitor planning. The community-focused model prioritises community benefit and supports participation by community organisations and local groups, ensuring inclusive access to cultural heritage. Booking ahead is recommended for popular events, always.
Reserve a Tour at Friar's Bush Graveyard
Book public tours, arrange a private or corporate visit, or schedule community group sessions to support local heritage and cultural programmes.