Mayor hosts special Easter Tea Dance in Castlederg
23 February 2026
The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council will host a special Easter Tea Dance in Castlederg to raise much-needed funds for his chosen charities.
The Mayor’s Easter Tea Dance will take place on Wednesday 8th April 2026 from 2pm until 4pm in St Davog's GAC, 2 Park Road Aghyaran, Castlederg, BT81 7YW
Guests will be treated to an afternoon of live music from local musicians, Hugh P & Maria Doherty, as well light refreshments and tea or coffee.
Mayor Ruairí McHugh said he was delighted to bring his Easter Tea Dance to Castlederg and encouraged all those interested to come along for an afternoon of good craic.
“I can’t wait to bring my Easter Tea Dance out into the rural district and visit the lovely area of Castlederg. The charity Tea Dances offer a fantastic opportunity to get out and about in the community, have a hot cuppa and enjoy some great live music.
“I’d love to see everyone come out and enjoy a great afternoon of fun, while fundraising for my two chosen charities. Get your dancing shoes on and come along for a lovely afternoon.”
While the Tea Dances remain a free event, donations to the Mayor’s charities are welcome. Mayor McHugh is committed to raising much-needed funds for PIPs Suicide Prevention and Castlederg Patient Comfort and Terminally Ill Fund while he is in office.
PIPS Suicide Prevention Ireland Charity provides counselling and befriending support to individuals who are experiencing or have experienced suicidal thoughts or mental unwellness. PIPS Charity also provides support to families and friends who have been touched by suicide.
Their life saving services provide direct support to individuals who are in need. They offer a free, confidential counselling service, with no restriction on the number of sessions provided. They also offer a crises walk-in service in Belfast and a crisis telephone service at other locations during their opening hours.
The Castlederg Patient and Comfort Terminally ill fund was established to improve the quality of life of chronically and terminally ill persons in the Castlederg area who wish to be cared for at home by making available when required specialist equipment, aids for their care and other appropriate complementary medical services. It provides support to people with serious illness as the need becomes apparent and offers help to those who are facing financial hardship or who need assistance with transport costs or exceptional treatments.
Anyone wishing to attend should register their interest through the Mayor’s Office by calling 02871376527 or emailing [email protected]
Registration closing date is Friday 27th March 2026.