Upwards of 17,000 members of the Royal Black Institution will be on parade at six locations across Northern Ireland, for the traditional ‘Last Saturday’ demonstrations, held this year on August 31. Approximately 350 preceptories, most accompanied by bands, will take part in separate processions in Ballygowan, Ballymoney, Dungannon, Holywood, Garvagh and Seskinore. Sovereign Grand Master,... Read More

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Members of the Royal Black Institution were on parade in Scotland at the weekend. Organised by the Provincial Grand Black Chapter of Scotland, the demonstration in Bathgate on Saturday, August 10 was attended by Sovereign Grand Master, Rev William Anderson. In his speech during the platform proceedings, Rev Anderson focused on the three resolutions of... Read More

The Royal Black Institution in Fermanagh delivered a “wonderful family day out” with its annual parade on Saturday, August 3, according to the Loyal Order’s top official. Sovereign Grand Master William Anderson was speaking after approximately 30 preceptories, accompanied by as many bands, descended on the village of Brookeborough. Hosted this year by Brookeborough Victoria... Read More

The annual County Fermanagh demonstration hosted by the Royal Black Institution will take place in Brookeborough early next month. Approximately 30 preceptories, accompanied by as many bands, will step out on Saturday, August 3 to commemorate the 1689 Battle of Newtownbutler. Sir Knights from three local districts will be joined by visiting members from the... Read More

Northern Ireland’s annual Sham Fight is recognised as a unique cultural event, with upwards of 100,000 people expected in Scarva on Saturday, July 13. The small and quaint Co Down village is renowned for hosting the biggest one-day event, at a single location, anywhere in the Province. The annual clash between King William and King... Read More

Organisers of the annual Sham Fight have planted two symbolic trees at Scarva Demesne ahead of next month’s flagship event. Both of the Spanish Chestnut trees have special significance, with one marking this year’s centenary of Sir Knight Alfred Buller Memorial RBP 1000, and the other standing as a lasting tribute to past members. Sir... Read More

Scarva is set for another significant clash of the kings this summer. Tens of thousands are anticipated to converge on the idyllic Co Down village on July 13 for what is one of the most colourful and enjoyable events in Northern Ireland’s cultural calendar. The annual mock clash between King William and King James is... Read More

The Royal Black Institution has recognised one of its former leaders at a special memorial service, held in Co Tyrone. Relatives of the late Millar Farr joined with members of the loyal order on Sunday to pay their respects to the past Sovereign Grand Master, who died last year. Mr Farr, 76, led the Institution... Read More

With 268 members on its roll book, Elijah’s Chosen Few RBP 208 is certainly one of a kind. Indeed, sir knights from the Mournes can claim to be part of the largest preceptory in the world. This year is also a landmark occasion for members as the Kilkeel-based lodge celebrates its 150thanniversary. Preceptory registrar, Robert... Read More