If you were out for a pint of the black stuff in Belfast over the St. Patricks Day weekend, it’s likely you were at one of the pubs belonging to Willie Jack – the unofficial king of the Cathedral Quarter. Willie describes himself as a barman, street cleaner and bouncer – but he’s also the […]
Storytime With Willie Jack – The King Of The Cathedral Quarter
Pic of the day, Monday June 24
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