West Belfast in the Second World War

Albert Street, Belfast

During the Second World War, Albert Street ran from the factories at the city centre end of the street to the residential neighbourhoods of the Falls Road.

Clonard Gardens, Belfast

Clonard Gardens in West Belfast was the site of Clonard Monastery where Catholic and Protestant neighbours sheltered together during the Belfast Blitz.

Durham Street, Belfast

Durham Street runs from Divis Street, Belfast towards the city centre. It ends at the Boyne Bridge, which connects the street to Sandy Row.

Falls Road, Belfast

The Falls Road in West Belfast runs from Divis Street to Andersonstown. It was originally a country lane, which expanded greatly in the late 19th century.

Ohio Street, Belfast

Ohio Street runs between Cambrai Street and Chief Street. The area suffered greatly during the Belfast Blitz and a plaque remembers those who died there.