Whitehouse Williamite Historical Society

04/12/2025

Ferdinand Willem, Duke of Wurttemberg-Neuenstadt(12sept1659-7thjune1701) German general in the Brunswick, Danish, Imperial and Dutch army.

Severely wounded in 1685 by a gunshot to the forehead near the fortress of Neuhäusel in the Great Turkish War. Initially, the doctors doubted whether he would survive, but after only 14 days, with his head bandaged, he stood at the head of the Franconian dragoons and led them to storm Neuhäusel.

1688, he re-entered Danish service and received command of the 7,000 men sent to England to aid William III against the Catholic troops under James II. His younger brother, Carl Rudolf, also participated in this campaign. Together, the two brothers fought at the Battle of the Boyne and contributed significantly to the subjugation of Ireland.

William III went so far as to say that : Next to God, the two brothers had contributed most to the victory.

19/06/2025

On behalf of the Whitehouse Williamite Historical Society. We would like to take a moment to thank everyone within the community for coming out to support our event yesterday. We hope everyone enjoyed the evening and learned of why we strive to promote the Whitehouse and Gideon’s Green as an important part of our history that sits right on our doorstep.

A few other special thank yous that must be mentioned. On the Tuesday prior to the parade the group done a litter pick around the route to ensure the area was both presentable and safe for spectators and participants. So a massive thank you to Rathcoole Protestant Boys, Sons of Kai and also our local Representative Rosemary Bell McCracken. Your help with the cleanup was very much appreciated.

A huge thank you to all Bands and lodges who attended the parade. A great selection of bands on show and a pleasure to listen to. Also thanks to David Hume for giving the speech at Gideon’s Green, Sir Henry Inglebys Fife and Drum and Ballyeasrson Fife and Lambeg Drumming Club.

Other mentions for attending and assisting go to Philip Brett, Matthew Brady, Robert Foster.

Thank you to the Marshall’s for making sure everything ran smoothly.

Thank you to everyone.

17/06/2025

We are looking forward to seeing everyone out tomorrow night enjoying the Parade. It looks like the weather will be on our side so we hope to see as many people out along the route as possible and spectators following alongside.

Here is a run down of what will be happening tomorrow evening.

7.15pm - Ballyeaston Fife and Lambeg Drumming club will put on a display at the start point. There will also be a hot food stall there for anyone who may wish to buy food.

Rathcoole Protestant Boys will walk to the start point via the diamond shops and will arrive at the starting point for 7.45pm. Please make the Band feel welcome as they arrive.

All Bands will be called to formation at 7.50pm ready to move off for 8pm Sharp. Marshall’s will direct each band to their starting point.

On arrival to Gideon’s Green each band should fall out and David Hume will give a short speech. Sir Henry Inglebys Fife and Drum will also be playing before the beacon being lit.

After the Beacon, All Bands will form up again (last in first out) ready to parade back up to Ardmillan Drive. Again Marshall’s will be on hand to direct.

Please remember that Whitehouse Park and Gideon’s Green are to be respected at all times. There are bins and toilets provided so please use these to keep the area as clean as possible.

We hope you all enjoy the evening and we look forward to a successful event that we can continue to grow year on year. If anyone has any concerns or questions please message the page directly or email [email protected]

16/06/2025

As we approach the date of our parade to highlight the arrival of King William at the Whitehouse, We thought we could take the opportunity just to highlight the significance of the building itself and how important it is to remember why we thrive to promote such a historic piece of our Heritage.

The building currently exists as one of the oldest dwellings in Ulster and dates back as far as 1570. The Whitehouse is where King William met with Schomberg in June 1690 and also met with his military council to draw up a battle plan for the Boyne. Surrounding the Whitehouse is Gideon’s Green, Named after Gideon Bonnivert, Who was William’s Paymaster and who also kept a diary (The Diary of Bonnivert. 1690) which tells us of the journey of the Williamite army as they travel to the Boyne from Newport.

We invite everyone to come along on Wednesday and learn of the history of the area and please remember to be respectful of the area.

Again just a reminder that no alcohol will be permitted at any part of the route to make this a family orientated event for everyone to enjoy.

09/06/2025

With just over a week folks we will be having our 3rd annual williamite parade beginning at 8pm a great selection of bands on show ...

If any other bands would like to do this please contact us via this page or via email below..

This is an event to highlight and promote the importance of the Whitehouse during the Williamite Era. The event will have a strict no alcohol policy throughout the entire route and we ask all spectators to adhere to the policy at all times to create a family atmosphere that is enjoyable for everyone.

More info will be posted during the week ..

Please share far and wide.

04/06/2025

Final preparations going in place with only two weeks until our annual parade to highlight the significance of the Williamite Army on Whitehouse/Whiteabbey.

Any bands or lodges still wanting to confirm please do so no later than Monday 16th June.

A full itinerary will be posted in due course.

01/06/2025

Not long to go now and we are looking forward to this .. we have a cracking line up so far and looking good .... any one else interested in doing this please reach out to us ASAP

22/05/2025

Not long to go now... any bands lodges or other groups who would like to attend please let's us no ASAP only a couple.of weeks left

This is growing bigger and better each year and will.continue to do so...

Let's get everyone out to this ...

This is an opportunity to see and listen about the proud history of why we all do what we do ....

Share to your friends and families if you no of any bands lodges or groups who would be interested... contact us asap

11/05/2025

Folks not long to go we ask that if any bands or lodges are interested can you please let us know asap thank you

13/03/2025

Keep sharing folks we want to make this are biggest event to date.

Hi folks can we ask all our friends and followers to share this far and wide

This is an event fir our bands/lodges to see and listen to our history this is our third event and each year has been a great success..

Please share far and wide folks thanks

Williamite historical society

12/03/2025

Hi folks can we ask all our friends and followers to share this far and wide

This is an event fir our bands/lodges to see and listen to our history this is our third event and each year has been a great success..

Please share far and wide folks thanks

Williamite historical society

05/03/2025

Folks here is the information on this years williamite landings event.. this will be another great success following the previous years