Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill
Sat 12 Sept · 10:00
Portview Trade Centre
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On Saturday, 12 September, the Portview Trade Centre in Belfast is set to host Heritage Open Day, inviting the public to explore its fascinating past. From 10am onwards, visitors can embark on a guided tour of the building, which stands as a testament to the area's industrial heritage, having once been the Strand Spinning Mill. These tours will delve into the rich history of this significant East Belfast industrial site, offering a unique glimpse into its operational past and its contribution to the local landscape. Admission to this enlightening event is entirely free, making it an accessible opportunity for all to discover a piece of Belfast's heritage.
Step inside the historic Portview Trade Centre, formerly the Strand Spinning Mill, for a guided tour
Step inside the historic Portview Trade Centre, formerly the Strand Spinning Mill, for a guided tour exploring one of East Belfast’s distinctive industrial heritage buildings. Constructed in 1911 by renowned industrialist Otto Jaffé, the mill played a significant role in Belfast’s proud manufacturing history and remains an important landmark within the city’s industrial landscape.
This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the building’s rich heritage, architecture, and ongoing restoration, while hearing how the site has reinvented itself as a thriving creative and business hub in the heart of East Belfast. Today, Portview is home to a diverse community of artists, makers, designers, engineers, cultural organisations, and independent businesses, demonstrating how historic industrial spaces can be reimagined for a new generation.
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Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill takes place on Saturday, 12 September 2026 at 10:00.
Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill is held at Portview Trade Centre in Belfast (310 Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 1HE).
Entry to Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill is free.
Tickets for Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill
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On Saturday, 12 September, the Portview Trade Centre in Belfast is set to host Heritage Open Day, inviting the public to explore its fascinating past. From 10am onwards, visitors can embark on a guided tour of the building, which stands as a testament to the area's industrial heritage, having once been the Strand Spinning Mill. These tours will delve into the rich history of this significant East Belfast industrial site, offering a unique glimpse into its operational past and its contribution to the local landscape. Admission to this enlightening event is entirely free, making it an accessible opportunity for all to discover a piece of Belfast's heritage.
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Step inside the historic Portview Trade Centre, formerly the Strand Spinning Mill, for a guided tour
Step inside the historic Portview Trade Centre, formerly the Strand Spinning Mill, for a guided tour exploring one of East Belfast’s distinctive industrial heritage buildings. Constructed in 1911 by renowned industrialist Otto Jaffé, the mill played a significant role in Belfast’s proud manufacturing history and remains an important landmark within the city’s industrial landscape.
This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the building’s rich heritage, architecture, and ongoing restoration, while hearing how the site has reinvented itself as a thriving creative and business hub in the heart of East Belfast. Today, Portview is home to a diverse community of artists, makers, designers, engineers, cultural organisations, and independent businesses, demonstrating how historic industrial spaces can be reimagined for a new generation.
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Portview Trade Centre310 Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 1HE
Connswater, Belfast
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When is Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill?
Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill takes place on Saturday, 12 September 2026 at 10:00.
Where is Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill taking place?
Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill is held at Portview Trade Centre in Belfast (310 Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 1HE).
How much are tickets for Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill?
Entry to Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill is free.
How do I get tickets for Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill?
Tickets for Heritage Open Day - The Strand Spinning Mill can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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