X Factor star to headline Newry ‘Festival of Water’
X Factor star Matt Cardle has announced he will headline Newry’s ‘Festival of Water’ event in September. The ‘When We Collide’ singer will take centre stage on Sunday 1st September at Albert Basin and is one of a number of great artists in the lineup for this inaugural event. The Festival of Water is a combination of several events, which includes Newry City Triathlon, the popular Inland Waterways Association Bath Tub Race and family fun activities. Newry Mayor Michael Ruane said he was delighted to welcome Newry City’s Triathlon to Albert Basin and to be launching an event of this scale to the area. “I know that it is only possible through the hard work of many local groups, many of whom are represented here today,” Ruane insisted. “I would like to thank you for taking the time to make this event possible. This venue provides us with the perfect setting to showcase the site’s potential and we are delighted to support this event which aims to open up more opportunities for athletes throughout the greater Newry & Mourne area. Kick starting the activities will be Newry City Triathlon “Sprint the Distance” which will include a 750m Swim Leg, 20k Cycle Route and 5K Run. There will also be a TRY-A-TRI for under 18s to gain experience at competing in triathlons. For further information and registration details please visit: www.newrytriathlon.com Following the triathlon there will be a buzz of activity with the Inland Waterways Association Bath Tub Race. This event is open to the entire community of the greater Newry & Mourne area so come along and participate in a truly entertaining day of water based activities in the basin.

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