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The District is honoured to welcome Worshipful Brother Norman Henry, the esteemed Deputy Grand Lecturer, who will deliver the main address of the day. His presence adds distinction and depth to what is already shaping up to be a vibrant and meaningful event.
the platform party will be composed of seven of the most senior County Grand Officers, including the County Grand Master, Deputy County Grand Master, County Grand Chaplain, County Grand Secretary, County Grand Treasurer, County Grand Lecturer, and Deputy County Grand Lecturer. They will be joined by the Grand Master, Most Wor. Bro. Edward Stevenson which will be his first Twelfth in Fermanagh and the Worshipful District Master of DLOL No. 10, Wor. Bro. Gary Wilson, further highlighting the significance of this year's event.
The day's parade will be proudly led by Rosslea Accordion Band leading Mullycavan LOL 174 and Newtownbutler District LOL No.1. The parade will see over 70 bands and 90 lodges from Fermanagh and the neighbouring border counties take part. The music for the service will be led by Lisnaskea Silver Band .
On parade for the first time will be new banners from Gransha LOL 1709, Skea Bridge LOL 382, and Aghadrumsee LOL 1325 – a powerful visual representation of pride and continuity within their community.
The day will commence at 12.00 noon, with participants assembling on Enniskillen Road, before parading with full regalia and musical accompaniment along Main Street and Ederney Road, culminating at Valley Park on Ederney Road. The parade route offers a wonderful opportunity for onlookers to witness the vibrant traditions of the Orange Institution. In addition to the parade, the event will cater for all ages with a wide array of children's entertainment available throughout the day.
There will also be musical performances from visiting artists, ensuring a lively and inclusive atmosphere for all attending. Parking will be restricted to official carparks and stewards instructions should be adhered to, to enable the smooth running of the day. A large area for disabled parking will be available.
Pettigo District LOL No.10 holds a particularly unique place within the Orange family, as it retained the name Pettigo, despite the fact the 1925 border commission having effectively divided the town. While Pettigo village itself lies to the South, the Tullyhommon side—where the District is based—remains in Northern Ireland. This rare cross-border identity reflects the enduring bonds of community, culture, and brotherhood that transcend geographical lines. Today, they continue to proudly draw their membership from both sides of the border.
The District comprises of seven active lodges, 6 well used Orange halls Orange Halls along with a dedicated District Hall in Kesh that are all hubs for the kocal community. They are immensely proud to be the custodians of the last remaining Orange arch to span a public road in County Fermanagh—a lasting symbol of our heritage. Each year, they have an arch opening and Somme remembrance parade, held annually on the first Wednesday in July.
Notably, Pettigo District holds the distinction of hosting the largest ever assembly of Orange banners in one location. This historic achievement took place in 2012, when over 400 banners from across the jurisdiction processed through Kesh in celebration of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee—a proud milestone in our collective memory.
In keeping with the charitable ethos of the Institution the designated charity for the day the MS Society will benefit from the street collection.
This year's Twelfth promises to uphold and expand upon our proud traditions, while offering a day of celebration, fellowship, and community for all who attend.
