The festival started on Friday, May 23 with the Blessing of the Boats - a poignant reflection of the ocean and a blessing to ensure a safe boating season.
Here’s a look at the event through the photos of McAuley Multimedia...
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The Blessing of the Boats ceremony which marked the start of the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA
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Mary O'Driscoll at the Blessing of the Boats ceremony which marked the start of the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA
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The Blessing of the Boats ceremony which marked the start of the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA
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The Blessing of the Boats ceremony which marked the start of the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA
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