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Larne Collection

"Larne: A Historic Town Steeped in Stories of Courage and Resilience" Located in County Antrim, a town that holds a rich tapestry of history within its borders

Background imageLarne Collection: Gun Running by Ulster Volunteer Force

Gun Running by Ulster Volunteer Force
Rifles and ammunition are landed at Donaghadee, County Down, by the Ulster Volunteer Force and loaded onto a charabanc usually used in the summer for tourists to the area

Background imageLarne Collection: Arming the Ulster Volunteer Force: Gun-running scenes at Lar

Arming the Ulster Volunteer Force: Gun-running scenes at Lar
The scene at Larne(20 miles from Belfast), where over 200 tons of guns and ammunitions were unloaded from the disguised steamer Mountjoy by the Ulster Volunteer Force

Background imageLarne Collection: Clonlee, Larne

Clonlee, Larne - a residential street with two horse vehicles. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Laharna Hotel, Larne

Laharna Hotel, Larne - a front view of the hotel with four horse vehicles outside. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Browns Bay, Larne

Browns Bay, Larne - an elevated view looking down on the bay and buildings, some thatched. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Islandmagee). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Western Front, France, 1918

Western Front, France, 1918
Telephone and pigeon men in a shell hole. Telephone lines are broken so messages have to be sent by carrier pigeons on the Western Front in France during World War I on 25th April 1918

Background imageLarne Collection: Larne in County Antrim (engraving)

Larne in County Antrim (engraving)
819297 Larne in County Antrim (engraving) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Larne in County Antrim, Northern Ireland)

Background imageLarne Collection: Townhall at Larne, Ireland (engraving)

Townhall at Larne, Ireland (engraving)
1613547 Townhall at Larne, Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Townhall at Larne, Ireland)

Background imageLarne Collection: The M Garel Buildings, Larne, Ireland (engraving)

The M Garel Buildings, Larne, Ireland (engraving)
1589224 The M Garel Buildings, Larne, Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The M Garel Buildings, Larne, Ireland)

Background imageLarne Collection: Larne (engraving)

Larne (engraving)
5200390 Larne (engraving) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Larne. Illustration for The Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland (George Virtue)

Background imageLarne Collection: Larne Chaine Memorial Tower, Larne, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

Larne Chaine Memorial Tower, Larne, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

Background imageLarne Collection: Antrim Cliffs from Larne

Antrim Cliffs from Larne - a sea level view along a rugged coastline. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Ballygally, Larne

Ballygally, Larne - a view along Ballygally beach to two buildings in the distance. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Ballygalley). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Bay Road and Promenade, Larne

Bay Road and Promenade, Larne - a street scene with a group of children close to the camera and buildings behind. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Garron Tower, Larne, Northern Ireland, 1924-1926. Artist: W Lawrence

Garron Tower, Larne, Northern Ireland, 1924-1926. Artist: W Lawrence
Garron Tower, Larne, Northern Ireland, 1924-1926. Garron Tower was built in 1850. Since 1951 it has housed St MacNissis College, a grammar school

Background imageLarne Collection: Larne, County Antrim, Ireland. Drawn By W. H. Bartlett, Engraved By R. Wallis

Larne, County Antrim, Ireland. Drawn By W. H. Bartlett, Engraved By R. Wallis
Larne, County Antrim, Ireland. Drawn By W.H.Bartlett, Engraved By R.Wallis. From " The Scenery And Antiquities Of Ireland" By N.P.Willis And J.Stirling Coyne.Illustrated From Drawings By

Background imageLarne Collection: The Hon. East India Companys Steamer Nemesis And The Boats Of The Sulpher, Calliope

The Hon. East India Companys Steamer Nemesis And The Boats Of The Sulpher, Calliope, Larne And Starling Destroying The Chinese War Junks In Ansons Bay. January 7, 1841

Background imageLarne Collection: Ferris Point Lighthouse, Larne, County Antrim, Ireland; Spiral Staircase In Lighthouse

Ferris Point Lighthouse, Larne, County Antrim, Ireland; Spiral Staircase In Lighthouse

Background imageLarne Collection: Chaine Memorial Tower, Larne Harbour, Larne, Co Antrim, Ireland; Replica Of A Round Tower Built As

Chaine Memorial Tower, Larne Harbour, Larne, Co Antrim, Ireland; Replica Of A Round Tower Built As A Memorial To James Chaine In 1888

Background imageLarne Collection: Round Tower, Larne, Co Antrim, Ireland

Round Tower, Larne, Co Antrim, Ireland

Background imageLarne Collection: Dunluce Street, Larne

Dunluce Street, Larne - a busy narrow street scene with shop fronts and people and horse vehicle. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Cross Street, Larne

Cross Street, Larne - a further back view than above showing large shop front on the right and town hall. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Barnhill and Main Street, Larne

Barnhill and Main Street, Larne - a street scene with people and motor car. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Bank Heads, Larne

Bank Heads, Larne - an elevated view showing promenade and swimming piers and Chaine memorial in the distance. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Main Street, Larne

Main Street, Larne - a busy street scene with shop fronts and people and horse vehicles and motor car. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Quarry in countryside, Larne, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, September

Quarry in countryside, Larne, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, September

Background imageLarne Collection: Glynn Abbey Larne

Glynn Abbey Larne
Glynn Abbey (Larne) (1843). Moore, James 1819 - 1883. Date: 1843

Background imageLarne Collection: Fin MacCools Grave, between Larne and Glenarm

Fin MacCools Grave, between Larne and Glenarm (1841). Moore, James 1819 - 1883. Date: 1841

Background imageLarne Collection: The Antrim Headlands from near Larne

The Antrim Headlands from near Larne (1840). Moore, James 1819 - 1883. Date: 1840

Background imageLarne Collection: Ballygally Head, near Larne

Ballygally Head, near Larne (c1828). Nicholl, Andrew 1804 - 1886. Date: 1828

Background imageLarne Collection: Fireplace, Curran, Larne

Fireplace, Curran, Larne (1840). Moore, James 1819 - 1883. Date: 1840

Background imageLarne Collection: Curran, Larne, Co. Antrim Alderfleet Castle

Curran, Larne, Co. Antrim Alderfleet Castle
Curran, Larne, Co. Antrim (Alderfleet Castle) (1840). Moore, James 1819 - 1883. Date: 1840

Background imageLarne Collection: Stranraer Boat, Leaving Larne

Stranraer Boat, Leaving Larne - a view of a boat steaming away with two boats berthed to the left. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Antrim Cliffs from Larne

Antrim Cliffs from Larne - a sea level view along a rugged coastline. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: The Curran, Larne

The Curran, Larne - an overview of the now developed port of Larne. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Larne

Larne - an elevated view looking down on the coastal walk with the bathing piers. There are people walking. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Antrim Coast at Larne

Antrim Coast at Larne - a low view along the coast and cliffs. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Black Cave Tunnel, Larne

Black Cave Tunnel, Larne - a view to the tunnel and road, taken from the sea and rocks. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Olderfleet Castle, Larne

Olderfleet Castle, Larne - a sea view to a derelict castle and other buildings either side. There is a beached rowing boat to the right. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne)

Background imageLarne Collection: Drumalis, Larne

Drumalis, Larne - view of a large detached house with tower. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Princes Gardens, Larne

Princes Gardens, Larne - a residential street with large houses. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Cross Street and Town Hall, Larne

Cross Street and Town Hall, Larne - a street scene with shop fronts and people and view of the town hall. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: The Cliff Path, Larne

The Cliff Path, Larne - a view of the coastal path with ladies sitting on the left. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Barnhill and Curran Road, Larne

Barnhill and Curran Road, Larne - a street scene with people and horse vehicles. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Waterloo, Larne

Waterloo, Larne - a view of the coastal path and buildings with a boy in the undergrowth. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Gentlemens Bathing Place, Larne

Gentlemens Bathing Place, Larne - a view showing the gentlemens bathing pier with diving board and people on it. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Ladies Bathing Place, Larne

Ladies Bathing Place, Larne - a view of the ladies pier and building for swimming. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLarne Collection: Chaine Memorial, Larne

Chaine Memorial, Larne - a low perspective view of this round tower by the sea. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Larne). Date: circa early 1900s



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"Larne: A Historic Town Steeped in Stories of Courage and Resilience" Located in County Antrim, a town that holds a rich tapestry of history within its borders. From the infamous Gun Running by Ulster Volunteer Force to arming the Ulster Volunteer Force with scenes at Lar, this town has witnessed pivotal moments in Ireland's past. Clonlee, Larne stands as a testament to the bravery and determination of those involved in these events. It serves as a reminder of their unwavering commitment to their cause. The Laharna Hotel, nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Larne, echoes tales from times gone by. Its walls have absorbed stories shared by locals and visitors alike, creating an atmosphere steeped in heritage. Browns Bay offers breathtaking views that transport you back to another era. As you stand on its shores, it's easy to imagine the tumultuous waves carrying whispers from distant lands like the Western Front in France during 1918. Cross Street weaves through Larne's heart, connecting communities and generations. Its bustling energy reflects both progress and tradition coexisting harmoniously side by side. Walking along Barnhill and Main Street takes you on a journey through time itself. The architecture tells tales of resilience while embracing modernity—a blend that defines Larne's spirit. Bank Heads stands tall as a symbol of economic growth and stability within this vibrant community. It represents not only financial prosperity but also resilience against adversity faced throughout history. Engravings depicting early life in Larne showcase how this town has evolved over centuries while still preserving its unique character. These engravings capture glimpses into daily life—moments frozen forever for future generations to marvel at. The Townhall at Larne stands proudly as an emblematic landmark where decisions were made that shaped local destiny—an enduring symbol of democracy rooted deep within this town's soul.