The pretty UK seaside town Snow Patrol's Gary Lightbody calls home

Gary Lightbody Bangor Ireland

Gary Lightbody calls Bangor home

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Sarra Gray

By Sarra Gray


Published: 11/12/2023

- 05:00

Gary Lightbody calls a small part of the UK home

Gary Lightbody has achieved worldwide recognition as the frontman of Snow Patrol.

While he has lived in the US, it is a city in the UK that he calls home.


Gary was born in Bangor, Northern Ireland and has lived there for much of his life.

He spoke of missing his hometown while spending time in Los Angeles during the coronavirus lockdown.

Bangor Ireland

It is a picturesque part of the UK

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“Bangor is where I grew up, but it’s also my home still.

"All my stuff’s there and I would be there right now if things were different.

"I’m going to wait until everything calms down [to go home]. But I do miss home badly. I really do," he told the Irish Mirror.

Bangor is a city by the seaside located not far from Belfast.


It is a pretty part of the UK with lots of outdoor spaces to explore.

"Bangor is a great base to explore the Ards Peninsula, home to many picturesque towns and villages, as well as Strangford Lough – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty," Ireland.com stated.

"On 900 acres of the lough’s eastern shore sits the glorious 18th century Mount Stewart House and Gardens.

"Bedecked in plush fabrics and sporting a 15,000-strong collection of paintings, the mansion is a treat to explore.

"Those with a love for horticulture will adore the lush gardens, carefully planned and planted by Lady Londonderry over 100 years ago."

Bangor Ireland

It is a quick commute to Belfast

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Celebrities may travel the world, but many will own homes in rural parts of the UK.

Comedian Billy Connolly owned a stunning property before moving to the United States.

He owned a breathtaking castle in a scenic part of the Scottish Highlands.

The Smiths star Johnny Marr lived in a "beautiful" village with "magnificent landscapes".

He called Marple in Greater Manchester home and wrote some of the band's biggest hits there.

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