TRADITIONAL Irish music organisation Comhaltas in Britain is hosting the ‘The All-Britain Fleadh’ event at Carmel College later this year.

Between Friday, June 28 and Sunday, June 30, The All-Britain Fleadh 2024 will be held at Carmel College and will bring together individuals across the whole of Britain to compete in what is essentially the British Championships for the coveted qualifying places for the All-Ireland Fleadh (world championships) in Wexford.

The Fleadh has a long history of bringing Irish emigrant communities together through music making and live traditions.

Since its beginnings, the festival has welcomed new communities to take part in Irish traditions and culture.

The events look to keep alive the Irish language, Irish traditional instrumental music and dance with categories across all age groups.

The Chair of Comhaltas in Britain, Theresa Gallagher, said about the announcement “We’re so proud to be bringing the Fleadh to the Northern region.

“After a successful year in Scotland it’s time to hand the baton to a new committee to continue this well-established tradition.

“Over half a decade later it’s important to keep these festivals going. The descendants of the Irish community, who migrated to the UK in the 1950-60s, are keeping traditions alive and welcoming new people to enjoy Irish culture and music making.”

Patrick Ballantyne, added: “I’m immensely honoured to be nominated the Chair of the Fleadh committee. Living and working in Liverpool whilst being able to bring the All-Britain Fleadh to the North allows us to share our passion for Irish music to new communities in our area.”