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  1. A woman and child having a pretend sword fight in the room at the top of the castle keep with the sun beaming through the window behind.
    A woman and child having a pretend sword fight in the room at the top of the castle keep with the sun beaming through the window behind.

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 1273

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £18.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Castle / Fort

    Get ready to step back in time at Carrickfergus Castle, an incredible Norman castle nestled in the charming seaside town of Carrickfergus, County Antrim, right on the shores of Belfast Lough. This place isn't just old—it's legendary!

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to15 Sept 2026

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £18.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  2. Ludo play area in Carrickfergus Amphitheatre featuring slides and climbing areas
    Ludo play area in Carrickfergus Amphitheatre
    Ludo play area in Carrickfergus Amphitheatre featuring slides and climbing areas
    Ludo play area in Carrickfergus Amphitheatre

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Amphitheatre, Prince William Way, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7HP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8342

    Type

    Type:

    Indoor Play Area

    Ludo at Carrickfergus Amphitheatre offers a safe, indoor play area for kids under 11, featuring climbing frames, slides, and more. Book for parties or public sessions with adult supervision required.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  3. Brick exterior of Nook Living with grey signage and white planter
    Wall mural for Season & Nook Living in Carrickfergus which links to its heritage of being a former mill featuring mill workers and machine cogs
    Shelf display of jewellery
    Wall mounted display of scarves and jewellery
    Shelf displays of handbags and gift items
    Shelf displays of giftware
    Free standing card display units
    Shelf displays of giftware including lotions and essences
    Store featuring lots of interior house items such as mugs, cushions, clocks and lots more
    Hanging Rail of childrens clothes with shelf display of socks and drinks coasters.
    Brick exterior of Nook Living with grey signage and white planter
    Wall mural for Season & Nook Living in Carrickfergus which links to its heritage of being a former mill featuring mill workers and machine cogs
    Shelf display of jewellery
    Wall mounted display of scarves and jewellery
    Shelf displays of handbags and gift items
    Shelf displays of giftware
    Free standing card display units
    Shelf displays of giftware including lotions and essences
    Store featuring lots of interior house items such as mugs, cushions, clocks and lots more
    Hanging Rail of childrens clothes with shelf display of socks and drinks coasters.

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Sullatober Mill, 22 Marshallstown Road, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 9DE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7739 808223

    Type

    Type:

    Gifts & Souvenirs

    Discover Nook Living beneath Season Coffee Shop in Carrickfergus! Explore unique gifts, stylish interiors, and home living products. Shop in-store or online for curated selections in a restored mill setting.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  4. Group of visitors enjoying scenery on Charter Boats NI
    View of coastline with wake of sea behind boat and life ring visible on Charter NI Boat
    View of Blackhead path and Lighthouse with wake of sea behind boat and life ring visible on Charter NI Boat
    Group of visitors enjoying scenery on Charter Boats NI
    View of coastline with wake of sea behind boat and life ring visible on Charter NI Boat
    View of Blackhead path and Lighthouse with wake of sea behind boat and life ring visible on Charter NI Boat

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Marina, (in front of 5 Rogers Quay), Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 8BE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7754 173019

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Tours

    Explore the Beauty of the Sea with Charter Boats NI! Join us at Carrickfergus Marina for private charters, guided tours, and trips to the Gobbins plus Carrickfergus to Bangor. Book online for unforgettable sea adventures!

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free) - On-site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp to main entrance
  5. Charter Boats NI's grey and white fishing boat moored at Carrickfergus Marina on a calm day, with modern waterfront apartments, sailing yachts and mar

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Marina, (in front of 5 Rogers Quay), Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 8BE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7754 173019

    Price

    Price £21.20 to £42.40 Activity

    Type

    Type:

    Sea Fishing

    Set sail from Carrickfergus Marina on a fun-filled 3-hour mackerel fishing trip. Suitable for beginners and experienced anglers alike, each trip includes all equipment, expert guidance and the chance to enjoy stunning coastal views while landing…

    Price

    Price £21.20 to £42.40 Activity

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free) - On-site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp to main entrance
  6. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Joymount, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Home of Sir Arthur Chichester this delightful recreated Knot Garden is located close ot the Town Wall at Joymount.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  7. Greenisland

    Address

    Monument Road, Greenisland, County Antrim, BT38 8QG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    County Antrim War Memorial erected and dedicated to the fallen from the County of Antrim who fell during the Great World War (1914-1918) and the Second World War (1939-1945), dramatically overlooking Belfast Lough and surrounding countryside.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Elizabeth Avenue, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7UY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9336 4294

    Type

    Type:

    Open Farm

    Carrickfergus Urban Farm and Garden Centre at Kilcreggan is a free popular attraction for local families and visitors. Visitors can handle and feed a variety of animals, enjoy our picnic areas, explore the bug hut and play area plus relax in our…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Oakfield Drive, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BY

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    A charming wooded glen and recently planted woodland

  10. Carrickfergus Castle
    Carrickfergus Mural
    Carrickfergus Castle
    Carrickfergus Mural

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Main car park beside Castle, Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Type

    Type:

    Self-guided tour

    Self guided murder mystery trail from Whodunit Hunts on foot in historic Carrickfergus. See the impressive castle, learn about the town’s rise as a port, how it was surrounded by walls (which you see the remains of), the part Edward & Robert The…

  11. image of 3  paddleboarders kneeling on boards in water in front of Carrickfergus Castle.
    image of 3  paddleboarders kneeling on boards in water in front of Carrickfergus Castle.

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    3 Quayside, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 8BJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7428 771 991

    Type

    Type:

    Water Sports

    Learn stand up paddle boarding in the picturesque old harbour at Carrickfergus Castle, on the main Causeway Coastal route with the castle as your impressive backdrop.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Whitehead promenade with coloured houses and old outdoor swimming pool
    Coloured houses on Whitehead Promenade
    Whitehead promenade with coloured houses and old outdoor swimming pool
    Coloured houses on Whitehead Promenade

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Visitor Information Centre, Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    Whitehead is a Victorian seaside town five miles north of Carrickfergus with commanding views across the mouth of Belfast Lough and the Irish Sea.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  13. S51 Airsoft Northern Ireland
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    Bush craft Northern Ireland
    S51 Airsoft Northern Ireland
    Airsoft northern ireland
    Bush craft Northern Ireland

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marshallstown Road, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 9DE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7799 533 248

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    Join us at Forest Fitness for an unforgettable adventure, with a range of activities from airsoft battles and bush camps to axe throwing and beyond. Discover something for everyone at our 30-acre Outdoor Activity Centre nestled in County Antrim.…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free)
  14. Carrickfergus Castle with King William statue
    Stature of King William positioned in sight of Carrickfergus Castle wall
    Carrickfergus Castle with King William statue
    Stature of King William positioned in sight of Carrickfergus Castle wall

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Castle Green, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Visit the King William III Statue, a bronze figure near Carrickfergus Castle on Castle Green. Commemorating his 1690 arrival, it stands overlooking the harbour, a vivid testament to Carrickfergus' rich history.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  15. Carrickfergus

    Address

    47A Ellis Street, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 8AY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9332 6161

    Type

    Type:

    Bakery

    Vanilla Boxx Bakehouse serves handmade cupcakes, brownies, cookies, hot drinks and milkshakes in Carrickfergus - unique flavours and irresistible treats,

  16. Room set up for Dobbins dining experiece as part of Dobbins Dander and Dine with seats and long tables in front of a large fireplace.
    Interpretation panels on wall relating to Dobbins history in Carrickfergus
    Logo showing tower shape with words Carrick's Hidden Tower House - Dobbins Inn
    Room set up for Dobbins dining experiece as part of Dobbins Dander and Dine with seats and long tables in front of a large fireplace.
    Interpretation panels on wall relating to Dobbins history in Carrickfergus
    Logo showing tower shape with words Carrick's Hidden Tower House - Dobbins Inn

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Dobbins Inn Hotel, 6-8 High Street, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7AF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 1905

    Price

    Price £42.00 Activity

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Discover the history of Carrickfergus through a walking tour & medieval inspired dining experience in Carrick's Hidden Tower House, Dobbins Inn.

    Dates

    From:
    31 July 2026
    From:
    28 Aug 2026
    From:
    25 Sept 2026

    Price

    Price £42.00 Activity
  17. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Castle, Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Type

    Type:

    Tourist Information Centre

    We offer a full range of services, including free maps and information leaflets, bus and rail times.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  18. Blue and white exterior of Javart Gift Shop with potted plants
    Display unit and shelving with artificial flower surrouds and jewellery and giftware
    Card stand and display stands with gifts and scarves
    Triangle shaped display stand and shelf units with gift items
    Table, shelf and cupboard display stands with range of items including pottery, jewellery, hats
    Blue Courtyard Shop building in Carrickfergus with white windoes and doors plus plants at the front
    Table, shelf and cupboard display stands with range of items including pottery, books and artifical flowers
    Table, shelf and cupboard display stands with range of items including cards, purses, scarves, hats
    Triangle Display Unit and cupboard display stand with range of items including pottery, vases and clocks
    Blue and white exterior of Javart Gift Shop with potted plants
    Display unit and shelving with artificial flower surrouds and jewellery and giftware
    Card stand and display stands with gifts and scarves
    Triangle shaped display stand and shelf units with gift items
    Table, shelf and cupboard display stands with range of items including pottery, jewellery, hats
    Blue Courtyard Shop building in Carrickfergus with white windoes and doors plus plants at the front
    Table, shelf and cupboard display stands with range of items including pottery, books and artifical flowers
    Table, shelf and cupboard display stands with range of items including cards, purses, scarves, hats
    Triangle Display Unit and cupboard display stand with range of items including pottery, vases and clocks

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    38 Scotch Quarter, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 9002

    Type

    Type:

    Gifts & Souvenirs

    Discover Javart in Carrickfergus for unique, handcrafted gifts and homeware. Enjoy personalised service and complimentary gift-wrapping in a relaxed atmosphere. Visit for memorable presents and distinctive home decor items.

  19. Adrian Hack, tour guide with Lead the Way Tours standing beside the Churchill Tank in Carrickfergus
    Adrian Hack, tour guide with Lead the Way Tours standing in front of uniformed dummies display at US Rangers Centre in Carrickfergus.
    Adrian Hack, tour guide with Lead the Way Tours standing beside the Churchill Tank in Carrickfergus
    Adrian Hack, tour guide with Lead the Way Tours standing in front of uniformed dummies display at US Rangers Centre in Carrickfergus.

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus, County Antrim

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7916 780474

    Adrian Hack is a level 2 qualified tour guide, based in Carrickfergus who specialises in World War 2 history and the medieval connections around this historic town.

  20. War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Marine Gardens Play Park with pirate ship featuring tube slide
    Children's green slide and play equipment at Marine Gardens Play Park
    Planted border beside paving area with Carrickfergus Clock Tower to rear
    Churchill Tank at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Entrance sign to Marine Gardens Play Park
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens with paved and planted areas
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Marine Gardens Play Park with pirate ship featuring tube slide
    Children's green slide and play equipment at Marine Gardens Play Park
    Planted border beside paving area with Carrickfergus Clock Tower to rear
    Churchill Tank at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Entrance sign to Marine Gardens Play Park
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens with paved and planted areas

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8232

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Beautiful parkland on the waterfront of Carrickfergus within sight of the Castle featuring a children's playground (currently closed for refurbishment), special memorial area, gardens and picnic area.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Marine Gardens and Promenade has free designated accessible parking on site for cars, coaches and minibuses located at Carrickfergus Castle Car Park. A smaller free car park is also available next to the play park entrance.
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