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Black Santa will be back in Belfast this year again as the Dean carries on this long tradition to raise funds for charity. The Black Santa tradition at Belfast Cathedral was first established in 1976 by Dean Sammy Crooks. Now in its 43rd…

Two hundred and twenty charities, including those working with the homeless and people with mental health issues, received grants from Belfast Cathedral’s Black Santa Appeal. This took place at a special service on Sunday February 3rd, 2019…

The Black Santa Sit-Out 2017 gets underway on the steps of Belfast Cathedral on Monday 18th December. Don’t be surprised to see a Santa sporting L-plates! Dean-Elect, Archdeacon Stephen Forde, will be taking part on day one as he learns…