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It's heartbreaking to witness the deteriorating state of North Street and Donegall Street in Belfast. Protecting our built heritage is vitally important, and these new aerial pictures highlight the importance of doing so before it is too late...
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New aerial images showing the ongoing construction of Grand Central Station in Belfast. When completed in 2025, it will be Ireland's largest integrated transport facility, with 26 bus stands, 8 railway platforms and the capacity to cater for 20 million annual passenger journeys.
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A very quick visualisation of "Titanic Lido," a floating cold water pool in Belfast's Titanic Quarter. Thread 1/5
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On hot days like today, Belfast City Centre really needs a public lido where people can cool off, swim and rediscover the joys (and health benefits) of open-air swimming. A quick rendering of the "Titanic Lido", a floating, open-air pool in Belfast's Titanic Quarter....
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New aerial photos reveal the impressive scale of Belfast Grand Central Station as it nears completion. Over the summer, significant track work was completed to connect the rail line to the new station, which is set to open in phases this autumn. Once fully operational, the
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A glimpse of the impressive scale of Belfast Grand Central Station as it edges closer to completion. With 8 railway platforms, 26 bus stands, and the capacity to accommodate 20 million passengers per year, it is set to become the largest integrated transport hub on the island of
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'Smithfield Levels' - a concept to transform the upper levels of the CastleCourt MSCP into a sports and hospitality complex, featuring rooftop 5-a-side pitches, a brewery, a rooftop garden and a bustling street food market -
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Ravenhill Road protected cycle lane. Let's make this happen
@NicholaMallon
@SustransNI
@nigreenways
@BelfastBikes
@KateNicholl
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'Sirocco Park' - a temporary public park that will be open for at least four years and will be capable of hosting large-scale public events like concerts and festivals. East Belfast GAA could even have a temporary pitch in the park.
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Construction of Belfast Grand Central Station is progressing well, and the massive scale of the structure is becoming clear. Looking forward to the completion of this transformative project in 2025...
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View of City Printing Works on Queen Street as it nears completion. The restored Victorian warehouse, which was built in 1895 for R. Carswell & Son Printworks, will include retail space on the ground floor and office space on the upper floors. Looks amazing 😍
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A vision for Union Street with full pedestrianisation and an enhanced public realm
@oharamal
@Sunflower_Pub
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Ormeau Avenue protected cycle lane and road diet -
@NicholaMallon
@SustransNI
@nigreenways
@KateNicholl
@deptinfra
@ormeaubaths
@IrishCycle
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@NicholaMallon
@RailDerry
@CircleLineBT
30 year plan for our railways. Key points:
- Hourly Derry-Belfast Intercity express service with trains running up to 125mph via new Derry to Lurgan line
- Frequent Derry-Dublin Intercity express service
- Circle Line for Belfast
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The deteriorating condition of the Crumlin Road Courthouse is notably evident in these recent aerial photographs, which show the extensive roof and structural damage the courthouse has suffered since its closure in 1998. These images emphasise the urgent need to secure and
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A quick visualisation of Bankmore Park - a proposed public park and greenway that would connect The Gasworks to the new Transport Hub via Bruce and Hope Street. Ormeau Av. now has a fully protected cycle lane, and all surface parking has been converted into usable green space
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After three and a half years, Bank Buildings emerges from the scaffolding -
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A vision to tunnel the Westlink from Broadway to Duncrue St. to create a linear urban greenway with a surface-level tram. Let's make this happen and reconnect communities
@NicholaMallon
@nigreenways
@KateNicholl
@niroads
@CircleLineBT
@RelinkB
@Streets4AllNI
@StJoesBelfast
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@JulieACorr
Here's a super quick (low-res) visualisation we did a few years ago (it will be significantly improved before it is ever released again), but here is how High Street could look if the Farset was uncovered and the streets pedestrianised. Anyone for a wee drink by the water...
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Chris Conway, CEO of Translink, revealed on Radio Ulster this morning that the new Grand Central Station will feature Pret a Manger, M&S, and BrewDog, with additional retailers yet to be announced. Notably, this will be BrewDog's first location in NI. What are your thoughts? Are
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Hill St Market | A vision for Hill St Belfast, which includes full pedestrianisation and a temporary food market in place of the surface car park at the corner of Hill St and Talbot St. On Talbot St, all on-street parking has been removed and footpaths have been widened...
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It's sad to hear that Trademarket will be closing its doors at the end of summer 2024 to pave the way for the redevelopment of the current site into the new HQ for Kainos and student accommodation for QUB. While the current location was always meant to be temporary, I hope that
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A quick visualisation illustrating the possible design/layout of the Ravenhill Road Cycle Lane in Belfast. What are your thoughts? Perhaps this year we'll see some real progress on the Belfast Cycling Network Delivery Plan?
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On days like today, Belfast City Centre could greatly benefit from a public lido, offering residents an escape from the heat and an opportunity to enjoy the benefits of cold-water swimming. 'City Lido' is a proposed concept for an open-air lido at Clarendon Dock, providing a
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A conceptual visualisation showing a glimpse into the potential transformation of the Ormeau Embankment. The visualisation is centered around the removal of the current embankment road, with the goal of seamlessly reintegrating the park with the River Lagan. Meandering pedestrian
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Pearl Assurance House is looking fantastic following its recent refurbishment, which has transformed this late 19th-century listed building into high-end office space, along with the addition of ground floor retail / cafe / restaurant space.
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New photos show the deteriorating state of the Assembly Rooms, a Grade B1 listed building located at the junction of North Street and Waring Street. Built in 1769, it now sits abandoned following stalled plans to convert it into a boutique hotel as part of the Tribeca scheme.
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According to The Times, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has backed the £300 million redevelopment of Casement Park in Belfast, which will hopefully enable NI to host matches in the 2028 European Championship. If approved, construction on the 34,000-capacity stadium would need to
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Aerial view of the Owencarrow Viaduct in Co. Donegal, which once linked Letterkenny to Burtonport. Just imagine re-opening it as a greenway that could run from Derry to Letterkenny to West Donegal. Or perhaps even reopened as a railway line again?
@DonegalRailway
@IntoTheWestRail
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On Friday, Great Victoria Street railway station will permanently close after 29 years of operation. Activity on the site will intensify in the coming months as major public realm works begin in preparation for the opening of the new Belfast Grand Central Station this autumn.
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The Lower Shankill Park, located adjacent to the Westlink in Belfast, is a recent addition to the city's green spaces, revitalising an area formerly known as The Bullring. Now, just imagine the possibility of someday extending the park to partially (or even entirely) cover the
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Transforming the former Sirocco Works site into a public park, even temporarily, would be fantastic. It would provide residents with a significant inner-city green space and could host events and concerts. Additionally, with a new pedestrian and cycle bridge, it could become a
A neighbourhood in waiting yes, but what a park Belfast could have had for the past 25 years and counting.
#Sirocco
#BelfastWaterside
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As it approaches completion, here are a few aerial photos of Vita Student on Bruce Street, Belfast - a purpose built managed student accommodation development with 15 floors and 269 rooms.
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Aerial photos showing the significant fire damage to the rear of The Merchants Buildings (166-174 North Street, Belfast)
@ulsterahs
@dematerialise
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A glimpse of the ongoing construction at The Loft Lines development in Titanic Quarter, Belfast. When completed in 2026, this development will feature 778 apartments (627 BTR units and 151 affordable units) across three buildings, ranging from 11 to 17 floors, along with new
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New aerial photos capture Belfast's Grand Central Station glowing in the evening twilight, with its impressive glass facade illuminated from within. Now operational for bus services and scheduled for full completion in 2025, this transport hub can comfortably accommodate 20
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This aerial view of the Loft Lines construction site (July 2023) shows the evolving landscape of the Titanic Quarter in Belfast. When completed in 2026, this 3.8 acres site will feature 778 apartments (627 BTR units and 151 affordable units), as well as new public and community
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I truly hope that a segregated cycle lane on the Ravenhill Road becomes a reality soon. Let's make it happen
@NicholaMallon
@nigreenways
@deptinfra
@ClaireHanna
@PaulaJaneB
@MatthewOToole2
@DeirdreHargey
@ClareBaileyGPNI
I have written to
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asking that the Ravenhill Rd be considered for segregated cycling infrastructure in the upcoming Belfast Cycle Network Plan.
We need multi layered solutions to how we travel & I want to deliver a climate resilient East Belfast.
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New photos show the ongoing construction at 140 Donegall Street in Belfast. Once completed, this PBSA development will encompass a total of 724 student apartments across 10 floors....
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This evening's commute in Copenhagen was super fun. Just imagine if Belfast and Derry had safe cycling infra like this 🤩
#Cykelslangen
#Copenhagen
#Denmark
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New aerial footage shows the view from Clarendon Dock/Sailortown towards The Loft Lines in the Titanic Quarter. With 778 new apartments currently under construction and the potential for thousands more in the coming decades, there is now a clear need for a new cycle and
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Aerial view of the Belfast Waterside site (formerly The Sirocco Works). Hopefully we will see some progress on this site in the coming years.
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After cycling around CPH recently, how amazing would it be to have this level of safe cycling infrastructure in Belfast, connecting the Titanic Quarter - City Quays / Sailortown, Gasworks - Ormeau Park, Sirocco - Waterfront
#Copenhagen
#Cykelslangen
#BicycleSnake
#15minutecity
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This terrifying visualisation depicts how Bankmore Link might have looked if an urban dual carriageway / inner ring road had been built in the late 60s. Thankfully those plans have been abandoned, but this image serves as a reminder that increasing road capacity simply induces
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An aerial view of the former Bank of Ireland Building, located at the corner of Royal Avenue and North Street in Belfast. This iconic building, along with the accompanying 4,000 sq m site, is set to be transformed into 'Belfast Stories', a landmark visitor attraction that is
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The Loft Lines development in the Titanic Quarter is rapidly taking shape, with the central core now reaching the 14th floor. Scheduled for completion by summer 2026, this mixed-use, residential-led development will feature 778 apartments, 151 of which will be affordable, spread
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One can only hope that in the future, these beautiful buildings will be fully restored, with apartments above vibrant retail establishments, revitalising the area and creating a thriving city centre community...
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2/5 Although cold water swimming has grown in popularity in recent years, there are no dedicated cold water swimming facilities in the city centre, and getting to a safe swimming spot outside of Belfast can be difficult if you don't have a car.
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New aerial photos reveal the impressive pace of construction at The Loft Lines development in the Titanic Quarter. Scheduled for completion in 2026, this mixed-use residential-led development comprises 778 apartments spread across three blocks, ranging from 12 to 17 floors...
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Excited to see this prime corner site finally redeveloped...
Exclusive: Hotel chain opening first Belfast property on ‘landmark site’ in bid to help ‘transform’ area
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Happy New Year from a wintry Ormeau Road tramline and greenway! Perhaps electric trams will return to Belfast one day?
@nigreenways
@NicholaMallon
@OpenOrmeau
@SustransNI
@ClaireHanna
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Currently exploring ideas for the old Electric Light Station at Chapel Lane & Marquis Street in Belfast. Ideas include a foodhall/market (Foodhallen Amsterdam vibes). Or a craft beer brewery with bowling/shuffleboard/table tennis (DogTap Berlin vibes). Or perhaps an events venue.
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A super quick visualisation of "Sirocco Park," a temporary public park / events space with a new pedestrian Lagan Bridge. The visualisation illustrates the park in a music concert config...
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Fantastic news and can't wait to see the full plans...
Plans are in train by McAleer & Rushe to transform the Europa bus centre into a new food market attraction. Food traders are already being lined up for the Great Victoria Street Market. Translink is due to vacate the depot in the Autumn.
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Aerial image showing the derelict Casement Park stadium in Belfast. If all goes as planned, work on the 34,000 capacity redevelopment project will start next year, with the aim of having the stadium ready for the 2027 Ulster Final and the European Championship in 2028.
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A very rough visualization of a bridge linking Sailortown and the Titanic Quarter. This proposed bridge, like the Gateshead Millennium Bridge, would tilt to allow river traffic to pass underneath...
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the slightly wet and windy Ravenhill Road cycle lane in Belfast. Fingers crossed visualisations like this will become reality within the next 12-18 months...
@SustransNI
@Bel_Cycle_Camp
@BelfastCyclist1
@NBCycleCampaign
@Briansmyth99
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3/5 This facility would allow thousands of people from all over the city to reap the benefits of cold water swimming while also providing residents with a place to cool down and relax on hot days.
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As construction at the redeveloped York Street Station nears completion, new aerial photos reveal the progress being made. Once completed, the new station will offer fully accessible customer facilities, including a new passenger footbridge and widened platforms, as well as
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@belfastcyclecam
Literally, how hard can it be? A few automatic bollards or even some 'permanently planted' cones is all that's needed...
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4/5 The pool would be open daily from sunrise to sunset, with special events like 'sunrise yoga' and 'midnight swimming under the stars' held on a monthly basis.
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Aerial view of the Bleach Green Viaduct in Whiteabbey, which carries the Belfast - Derry line over the Larne line. Hopefully Circle Line trains will run over this in the future
@CircleLineBT
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Demolition work appears to have begun at the former Star Bingo premises at 157-161 North Street. Over the past decade, several proposals have been made for the redevelopment of both the site and the adjacent car park, including a proposal for a new Belfast Circus School and a
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5/5 To ensure the highest safety standards, sea water would be continuously filtered and cleaned. The facility would be managed by a team of security personnel to ensure that no anti-social behaviour occurs and lifeguards would keep swimmers safe.
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The phased opening of the new station will start on Sunday 8th September, with all bus services transferring from the Europa Bus Centre, which will close on Saturday 7th September. No start date for rail services at Grand Central Station has been announced yet.
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What a fantastic day at
#OpenBotanic
It highlights how vibrant, inclusive and enjoyable our city could become if we reimagine our public spaces and prioritise people and communities over cars. Well done to
@ForwardSouthPB
and everyone who helped make it happen. Can we have this
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Happy St. Patrick's Day from Ormeau Avenue's busy protected cycle lane... Let's make this a reality
@deptinfra
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Aerial views of the Murray’s Exchange site, where investment firm Elkstone has today announced plans to develop a 870-bedroom purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme. The site is adjacent to the new Belfast Grand Central Station, and the proposals are expected to
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@Kerrybel
Yes, although the site is located just outside the city centre area, it's still under a 10-minute walk to City Hall. Here's a diagram from the planning DAS—probably worth adding a few minutes to those estimated times, but they're still quite reasonable, IMO...
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I've built an interactive version of this map (work in progress) -
@NicholaMallon
@bradley_steve
@CircleLineBT
@RailDerry
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@FundTheNINE
Aerial view
@CircleLineBT
@dhoneyford
@belfastairport
@DavidFordxMLA
@deptinfra
@Translink_NI
@nirailways
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@amiddleagedguy3
@NicholaMallon
@nigreenways
@deptinfra
@ClaireHanna
@PaulaJaneB
@MatthewOToole2
@DeirdreHargey
@ClareBaileyGPNI
I live on the Cregagh and the lack of safe cycling infra in this area of S/E Belfast is appalling. Something along these lines would be great because it would connect the area to existing greenways/parks while making cycling into the city safe and easy -
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On Thursday, a public consultation event was held for the proposed Murray’s Exchange PBSA scheme. The 870-bedroom development will feature en-suite rooms, private studios, and amenities such as a gym, cinema, and study spaces. For more information, visit
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A (very) old visualisation from a few years ago shows how the green urban spine might look if fully conceptualised...
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@DestinationCQ
Fantastic to see! Hopefully the area around the
@Sunflower
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Enjoying the sunset vibes before we hop on our train at Berlin Central Station. Wish we had something like this back in Belfast 🤩
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@georgedorrian
Would love to see some interior photos... but it could be transformed into an arts centre or an independent movie theater. Perhaps even a creators market with studio space - think recycled bikes, vintage clothes, antiques, plants, upcycled furniture etc etc
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@CircleLineBT
Connswater shopping centre is on its last legs for sure. I'd love to see the site redeveloped into an urban village with reconnected streets, green open spaces, and high quality housing. With its prime location on the Greenway, CS Lewis Square, Bullhouse, Boundary, Templemore
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What a fantastic day at
#OpenBotanic
It highlights how vibrant, inclusive and enjoyable our city could become if we reimagine our public spaces and prioritise people and communities over cars. Well done to
@ForwardSouthPB
and everyone who helped make it happen. Can we have this
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@NicholaMallon
@SustransNI
@nigreenways
@KateNicholl
@deptinfra
@ormeaubaths
@IrishCycle
even in the rain they come ⛈️😉-
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@timonther6
@BrianPope100
I'm no expert on solar panels, but it looks like they're in the process of being installed on the roof... ☀️
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@DarranMarshall
Great news and those additional services are very much needed! However, I had hoped for a slightly later final departure from Dublin and Belfast, maybe around 22:00 or 22:30, especially on Fridays and Saturdays. Perhaps this could be a possibility in the future with the
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@LinenQuarterBID
@PlanBelfast
@VisitBelfast
@NIHF
@HospUlster
@InvestNI
@ArchitectureNI
Looks fantastic, and it will be great to see this old building brought back to life. Here's an aerial photo showing the full extent of the building...
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