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Donal Kelly - Blue Badge Level 4 Guide

Walking/Cycle/Coach Guide

★★★★★ Average Rating: 4.9 108 Ratings

Hello there,

                  My name is Donal Kelly, I was born in Antrim Town about 18 miles outside Belfast but have lived in Belfast since 1990.

I hold the N.Ireland Blue Badge (Level 4) qualification, the highest accredited tour guiding qualification available in N.Ireland, and sit on the Executive of Tour Guides N. Ireland the local guiding association.

 I also have a professional qualification in Community Relations, and I am a qualified Cycle Instructor.

My backround includes 17 years in Aerospace, and working as an Outdoors Instructor, I was also involved with the 'Peace People' in Belfast, a local peace organisation in the early 1990's.

In 2012 I started working as part of the Visitor Experience Team at Titanic Belfast, and started delivering my own guided experiences in 2016, (Belfast Mic Tours).

I have a love and passion for Ireland North and South and Irish History and culture.

My area's of expertise include Titanic, Belfast's Maritime and Industrial Heritage, and interpretation of the N. Ireland 'Troubles' (Political Mural's, Peace Walls, history and legacy of the Troubles).

I was also a 'Game of Thrones' extra in Seasons 1&2 playing mostly Lannisters, and fought for the Lannisters in the Battle of Blackwater Bay (Season 2).

Most of the fiming of this iconic TV show took place in various locations throughout N. Ireland, the most dramatic being the stunning Causeway Coast. (I am happy show you some of these locations and teach you the sword routine I was taught for the show).   

So I am available for half or a full day, I can offer custom walking/cycle tours or I can join you in a hire car or I can arrange a luxury minibus for your group. 

I am also happy to pre-book Tea/Coffee stops, Lunch stops, pre-book entrance slots for visitor experiences and organise any other activities.

Click on the 'Ask a Question' link for further details and a customised quote.

Cheers

Donal  

Customer Ratings

★★★★★ Average Rating: 4.9 108 Ratings
  • ★★★★4 An interesting walk up Ormeau Road
    Review by Colette C. in Nov 2020 - Ballynafeigh Walking Tour

    A great tour full of interesting facts about the area. Donal & Rory are very knowledgeable. A great way to spend a Saturday morning. Would definately…

    A great tour full of interesting facts about the area. Donal & Rory are very knowledgeable. A great way to spend a Saturday morning. Would definately recommend the tour.

  • ★★★★★5 Great Ormeau Road history
    Review by Shannon B. in Nov 2020 - Ballynafeigh Walking Tour

    I really enjoyed the tour, great to hear about the history of the area. I like the audio packs too, so we could all hear as we walked.

  • ★★★★★5 Excellent
    Review by Michael D. in Nov 2020 - Ballynafeigh Walking Tour

    Great way to spend a Saturday morning. Both Donald and Rory made the walk interesting and fun. The time passed very quickly. Great value for money.

  • ★★★★★5 What a Road trip!
    Review by Andrew J. in Oct 2020 - Ballynafeigh Walking Tour

    I've lived in the Ormeau/Ravenhill area on and off since the 1990s, but Donal's informative tour showed me interesting stuff I've walked past hundreds…

    I've lived in the Ormeau/Ravenhill area on and off since the 1990s, but Donal's informative tour showed me interesting stuff I've walked past hundreds of times. Every few steps, there seemed to be something else of note. As always, the headsets worked a charm, and we covered a lot of ground in a short space of time. Every road in the city should have a Belfast Mic Tour!

  • ★★★★★5 Five (White) Stars!
    Review by Andrew J. in Oct 2020 - Lagan Legends Walking Tour

    This tour is indeed legendary. Donal really knows his stuff and he covers a lot of ground, with unique access to some top locations. I really enjoyed …

    This tour is indeed legendary. Donal really knows his stuff and he covers a lot of ground, with unique access to some top locations. I really enjoyed seeing inside the Pump-House and having a nosy around the Titanic Hotel. As a wee bonus, he even arranged for two seals to appear in the marina. The use of headsets means you can still hear what he's saying even when you're lagging behind, taking endless photos!

  • ★★★★★5 Surprising
    Review by David B. in Oct 2020 - Ballynafeigh Walking Tour

    You walk or drive along a street for years and are oblivious to the details of buildings and park areas; their history and how the social structure ha…

    You walk or drive along a street for years and are oblivious to the details of buildings and park areas; their history and how the social structure has been formed. This is a safe experience. Excellent sound tech means you can here every word of the first class tour guide (Donal?) even if you fall 20 meters behind, while picking up your Shi Tzus' namesake (if you catch my whiff). Well worth the time and money.

Tours Offered

Lagan Legends Cycle Tour (Min Rates Apply)

Enjoy a fabulous guided cycle tour along the historic Belfast Maritime Mile and learn its secrets and legends. (Summer Offer Pay for 3, 4th goes Free)

Belfast Mic N Hike Walking Tour (Min Rates Apply)

Enjoy a unique guided walking tour along the River Lagan and the city centre, where you will hear the fascinating stories of Belfast's maritime/indust…

Lagan Legends Walking Tour

Walking tour along the historic River Lagan Belfast, one of the worlds iconic maritime locations.

Antrim Town walking Tour

Guided walking tour of historic Antrim town lasting approx 1.45 hours, starting and finishing at Clotworthy House.

Ballynafeigh Walking Tour

Enjoy a walk along the Ormeau Road from Ormeau Park to the Rosetta Roundabout learning the fascinating history of Ballynafeigh along the way.

Antrim/N'Abbey Borough Coach Tour

Antrim/N'Abbey/Lough Neagh Coach Tour (Buy 3 Get 4th FREE)

Antrim Loughshore Park Walking Tour

Hear stories of the area from the unique Bio-Diversity of Lough Neagh, shipbuilding over 400 years ago to torpedo testing during WWII, and a Game of T…

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