The Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall
The Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall
The Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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Niamh_tourism
1 contribution
Mar 2016 • Friends
I visited the recently opened visitor centre and Siege Museum with a friend in March 2016 as walk-ins. As a Derry local, I had some knowledge about the Siege but knew very little to be honest. However by the time we left, we both felt a lot more educated about that period in the city's history.
We were greeted by Stuart who was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history and culture of the city - a pleasure to talk with! He really went the extra mile with the tour - happy to answer any questions we had, took us into the main memorial hall building and gave an honest and personal account of his experience as a member of the Apprentice Boys of Derry.
The museum itself is newly built, bright and open though not a huge museum. It was very informative with lots of fascinating, well preserved artefacts. You could quickly take a walk around the museum yourself in 45minutes but being able to chat to knowledgeable staff members means your visit could last up to 2 hours!
I can imagine that it would be an excellent trip for school groups as there are lots of interesting videos and interactive screens with helpful guides who are all members of the Apprentice Boys so you really feel like you're getting more personal tour experience.
It was quite quiet when we visited but we were told that it becomes a lot busier during the summer months which the museum deserves. I would definitely recommend to friends/family and anyone who is even just walking around the walls to pay this place a visit.
We were greeted by Stuart who was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history and culture of the city - a pleasure to talk with! He really went the extra mile with the tour - happy to answer any questions we had, took us into the main memorial hall building and gave an honest and personal account of his experience as a member of the Apprentice Boys of Derry.
The museum itself is newly built, bright and open though not a huge museum. It was very informative with lots of fascinating, well preserved artefacts. You could quickly take a walk around the museum yourself in 45minutes but being able to chat to knowledgeable staff members means your visit could last up to 2 hours!
I can imagine that it would be an excellent trip for school groups as there are lots of interesting videos and interactive screens with helpful guides who are all members of the Apprentice Boys so you really feel like you're getting more personal tour experience.
It was quite quiet when we visited but we were told that it becomes a lot busier during the summer months which the museum deserves. I would definitely recommend to friends/family and anyone who is even just walking around the walls to pay this place a visit.
Written March 1, 2016
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Philip G
Derry, UK20 contributions
Jun 2014 • Family
Unfortunately The Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall is closed for refurbishment until approximately July 2015,but The Siege Museum which was part of The A.B.O.D. Memorial Hall has moved to a temporary exhibition at 16 Bishop St about 50metres from the Hall. The museum is still worth a visit with a DVD telling the Story of the Siege of Derry and a short insight into the Apprentice Boys Association lots of artefacts dating back to the siege, models and much more. Entrance fee is £2 but with this you get a free copy of The Siege Heroes Trail a great guide to The Walls of Derry ,so if you can make a point of visiting the museum. Trained guides are on hand to show you around and answer any questions.
Written July 31, 2014
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Derek M
Dublin, Ireland4 contributions
Feb 2016 • Friends
We took the opportunity to visit the The Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall in Derry/ Londonderry and we were very impressed. Stuart gave us a great tour of the lovely building and answered all of our questions in a very helpful manner.
Derry/Londonderry is steeped in history and culture and it is a fascinating place to visit.
The people are lovely and very welcoming and are very proud of their history.
Thanks for the tour Stuart!
Derek (from Dublin)
Derry/Londonderry is steeped in history and culture and it is a fascinating place to visit.
The people are lovely and very welcoming and are very proud of their history.
Thanks for the tour Stuart!
Derek (from Dublin)
Written February 8, 2016
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Gary150769
Portrush, UK462 contributions
Jun 2015 • Friends
I have visited this on many occasions. They have got the history of the Apprentice Boys, numerous flags & banners. There is also a bar that also does food in the building, at times you can have a good sing song going
Written December 3, 2015
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ABOD13
County Londonderry, UK2 contributions
Oct 2015 • Solo
The Siege Museum is now opened in the building next door to the Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall and it is well worth the visit. The Museum is now on 3 floors telling the story of the Siege and the Apprentice Boys and is state of the Art, it's well worth the visit.
Written October 28, 2015
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ChrisA247
East Kilbride, UK11 contributions
Dec 2013 • Friends
A really interesting and worthwhile visit can't wait to go back again. Love Londonderry and the people are really friendly.
Written August 4, 2014
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jacquiblue_10
Coventry, UK29 contributions
Oct 2013 • Friends
the building could tell many stories was horrified to hear the truth of those men ,wouldnt enter this building if i was given a million pounds , may god forgive the horrific history it hides behind those walls , but the building is well preserved !!!
Written October 22, 2013
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Edenderry Commu... D
Portadown, UK2 contributions
Dec 2015 • Business
Excellent audio-visual presentations, great artefacts, very knowledgable guide, unbelivably balance facts and historic detail. Most definately worth a visit for individuals and groups!
Written December 7, 2015
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ABOD13
County Londonderry, UK2 contributions
Jul 2014 • Solo
The Apprentice Boys Siege Museum is in a temporary location in Bishop Street however it is still well worth visiting. The display tells the story of the Siege and the history of the Apprentice Boys for only £2 and the tour guides are well informed and do a great job
Written July 31, 2014
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kcon52
Comber, UK57 contributions
Sep 2012 • Couples
a friend told me about this place and although i live in this country i had not heard of it. we arrived about 11 in the morning and spent about 2 hours there in the company of one of the museum guides going through the history of the siege of Derry delivered in a very clear and may i say unbiased way. We also learned about all of the local marching organisations and their traditions. We went home knowing a lot more than when we arrived
Written September 24, 2012
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