Tensions are continuing to smoulder around two controversial loyalist bonfires in Northern Ireland – Moygashel and Belfast – as time ticks down to when they are due to be lit.

17. Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 8th July 2025 Craigyhill Bonfire in Larne, Co. Antrim, after its completion ahead of Friday’s 11th night. Picture by Jonathan Porter/PressEye
Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 8th July 2025 Craigyhill Bonfire in Larne, Co. Antrim, after its completion ahead of Friday’s 11th night. Picture by Jonathan Porter/PressEye Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye

18. Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 8th July 2025 Craigyhill Bonfire in Larne, Co. Antrim, after its completion ahead of Friday’s 11th night. Picture by Jonathan Porter/PressEye
Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 8th July 2025 Craigyhill Bonfire in Larne, Co. Antrim, after its completion ahead of Friday’s 11th night. Picture by Jonathan Porter/PressEye Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye

19. Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 8th July 2025 Craigyhill Bonfire in Larne, Co. Antrim, after its completion ahead of Friday’s 11th night. Picture by Jonathan Porter/PressEye
Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 8th July 2025 Craigyhill Bonfire in Larne, Co. Antrim, after its completion ahead of Friday’s 11th night. Picture by Jonathan Porter/PressEye Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye

20. Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 8th July 2025 Craigyhill Bonfire in Larne, Co. Antrim, after its completion ahead of Friday’s 11th night. Picture by Jonathan Porter/PressEye
Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 8th July 2025 Craigyhill Bonfire in Larne, Co. Antrim, after its completion ahead of Friday’s 11th night. Picture by Jonathan Porter/PressEye Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye

