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Stormont Estate 8 July 2026
Discover the architectural heritage and historical elements of the Stormont Estate in Belfast. Beyond the parklands, explore the unique symbolism of Sir Arnold Thornely’s Parliament Buildings, the Scottish Baronial features of Stormont Castle, grand processional avenues, historic monuments, and fascinating Second World War relics.
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Friday, 17th July
The Reflections Mural By Dan Kitchener At 135 Ormeau Road
Discover the story behind Reflections, the vibrant 45ft mural at the junction of University Street and Ormeau Road in Belfast. Painted by world-renowned street artist Dan Kitchener (DANK), this stunning freehand artwork captures the historic Ormeau Bridge reflecting onto a rain-slicked River Lagan. Learn about the art piece, its local funding, and the fascinating political history and demographic evolution of the surrounding Lower Ormeau area.
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Thursday, 16th July
Grosvenor Road Police Station
Discover the history of the heavily fortified building on Grosvenor Road, directly across from Belfast Grand Central Station. Once the strategic headquarters of the RUC’s "B" Division, this active PSNI station remains a prominent physical symbol of Belfast's Troubles-era security architecture. Learn how its location at a key sectarian interface made it a primary joint military hub and a frequent target of paramilitary activity during the conflict.
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Wednesday, 15th July
More Like Living in Revelations Than in England
Read a detailed critique of Belfast's urban planning alongside a profile of "More Like Living in Revelations Than in England," the stunning monochromatic mural by Phlegm at 39 Corporation Street. Captured before its planned demolition for student housing, this piece highlights the stark contrast between transient development and a true living city.
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Wednesday, 15th July
It is the Hidden People Who Make a City - Belfast’s Camouflaged Art
We often think of public art as something that shouts for attention—giant stone monuments dominating open squares or brightly coloured murals claiming entire gable walls. But a city is not made of concrete and glass; it is made of the quiet, everyday footsteps of the people who walk its streets. Sometimes, the most profound art is the kind that reflects this—not by shouting, but by whispering from the forgotten corners we rush past.
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Tuesday, 14th July
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