# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Night of the Big Wind - an Irish natural disaster - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 12:30 pm - **Event Description**: An Irish hurricane of epic proportions and how it gave chancers a British pension.About this EventLong before Éowyn and Ophelia caused havoc and tragedy across the island of Ireland, there was one storm so catastrophic people could barely call it by its name.For this special event, historian Dr Robyn Atcheson will bring to life the circumstances of Ireland's only hurricane, the damage it caused and the unbelievable legacy it left across the country and closer to home.Join her for an educational and entertaining look at how Twelfth Night 1839 turned from a celebration to a night of chaos. Flying sheep, fish found miles inland and the sad fate of the Guinness horses are just some of the stories you will hear at this talk - and that's just the animals. Grab a cuppa and listen to unbelievable tales of wild fires, catastrophic thunder and one man who died by shutting his bedroom window.Was it the devil or the fairy folk who caused this apocalyptic event? What does the science say?And why did stories of the 'Night of the Big Wind' become so important in the 20th century?Tea/Coffee included in ticket price. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/holywood/the-night-of-the-big-wind-an-irish-natural-disaster/100001977143141359 - **Event Categories**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 8, max: 12, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Holywood - **state**: NI - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Holywood Library - **lat**: 54.6403891 - **long**: -5.836061 - **full address**: Holywood Library, 86-88 High Street, Holywood, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Night of the Big Wind - an Irish natural disaster - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/24035e19d6720501bb1d4c5b484de01089dbf49c3aa52ad4e39a8e6d985c27df-rimg-w516-h288-dc5b5c4d-gmir.jpg?v=1765384372 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Night of the Big Wind - an Irish natural disaster being held? - **A:** The Night of the Big Wind - an Irish natural disaster takes place on Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 12:30 pm at Holywood Library, 86-88 High Street, Holywood, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for The Night of the Big Wind - an Irish natural disaster? - **A:** Ticket prices for The Night of the Big Wind - an Irish natural disaster range from GBP 8 to GBP 12 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 12AvailableChild (under 16)GBP 8Available - **Q**: Who is organizing The Night of the Big Wind - an Irish natural disaster? - **A:** The Night of the Big Wind - an Irish natural disaster is organized by Dr Robyn Atcheson. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Night of the Big Wind - an Irish natural disaster is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Holywood, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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