I’ve just returned from several days in Co. Mayo and Co. Sligo and can say firsthand that trad music is a wholesome driver of economic activity there for musicians, publicans, shopkeepers, and more. It’s beautiful to see!
The first Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann to take place in Belfast has seen a 95% footfall increase in the Northern Ireland capital
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Fleadh in Belfast leads to 95% increase in footfall
The first Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann to take place in Belfast has seen a 95% footfall increase in the Northern Ireland capital.