40 memory-jogging photos from Carrickfergus Twelfth celebrations 2009-13

By The Newsroom

Published 8th Jul 2026, 15:33 GMT

Updated 8th Jul 2026, 16:55 GMT

Twelfth of July celebrations have particular resonance in Carrickfergus where King William landed on his way to the Battle of the Boyne in 1690.

A search in the Carrick Times archive found photos of families, lodges, bands and visitors taking part in or spectating at parades through the town or in neighbouring areas between 2009 and 2013. Have a closer look at this memory-jogging picture gallery and see who you recognise.

Jade, Jai and George Wilgaus in Carrick on the Twelfth morning CT28-416RM

1. Twelfth Memories

Jade, Jai and George Wilgaus in Carrick on the Twelfth morning CT28-416RM Photo: Ronnie Moore

Members of Larne Harbour Accordion Band and Lodge relax in the sunshine at Carrick. INLT 29-313-PR

2. Twelfth Memories

Members of Larne Harbour Accordion Band and Lodge relax in the sunshine at Carrick. INLT 29-313-PR Photo: Peter Rippon

Cousins Scott, Alastair and Jason Mills and Ella Steele in the field at Carrick. INLT 29-350-PR

3. Twelfth Memories

Cousins Scott, Alastair and Jason Mills and Ella Steele in the field at Carrick. INLT 29-350-PR Photo: Peter Rippon

Carrick Deputy District Master William Burns, Carrickfergus District Chaplain Ronald Nelson and Larne District Master Harry Carter pictured in 2012. INLT 29-352-PR

4. Twelfth Memories

Carrick Deputy District Master William Burns, Carrickfergus District Chaplain Ronald Nelson and Larne District Master Harry Carter pictured in 2012. INLT 29-352-PR Photo: Peter Rippon