Around 22 bands to take part in Garvagh parade with motorists advised to expect disruption

The police have advised road users and members of the public of traffic disruption and congestion in Garvagh on Friday, June 12, due to a band parade.

The parade will assemble will assemble at Rectory Park at 7.30pm.

Road users and members of the public are advised of possible traffic congestion in Garvagh on Friday, June 12, due to a band parade. CREDIT PIXABAY

placeholder image — Road users and members of the public are advised of possible traffic congestion in Garvagh on Friday, June 12, due to a band parade. CREDIT PIXABAY

It will then move off at 8pm along Coleraine Road, Main Street, before turning at the bridge at Kurin Road, and back along Main Street, Coleraine Road, and concluding at Rectory Park.

Hosted by Glenkeen Fife & Drum Band, the 22-band parade is expected to feature 700 participants and 2,000 supporters. It is expected that proceedings will conclude at approximately 11pm. Some roads will be temporarily closed, with traffic diversions in place. Emergency services vehicles will be accommodated during this time.

To avoid potential delays, please allow extra time for travel and seek an alternative route where possible.

According to the Parades Commission the following bands are likely to take part:

Coleraine Fife & Drum

Ballywillan Flute Band

Vow Accordian Band

Dunloy Accordion Band

Stranocum Flute Band

Ballinteer Flute Band

Articlave Flute Band

Benvarden Flute Band

Drumaheagles Young Defenders

Castlederg Flute Band