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  1. Two people enjoying drinks in a hot tub beside a river within the Galgorm Resort.
    Northern Ireland’s premier luxury Resort and Spa, situated only 30 minutes from Belfast, is the perfect location to relax and get away from it all. Set within 450 acres of lush parkland, with the spectacular River Maine flowing through the estate, Galgorm Resort has a truly unique setting. This Resort is home to 125 luxurious guestrooms including Deluxe rooms, Junior and Signature Suites, as well as Lodge accommodation options that include Cottage Suites, Log Cabins, Forest Dens and Shepherd’s
  2. Ballygally Castle Hotel in low light
    Ideally located on the scenic Antrim coast, only 26 miles from Belfast and close to Larne, the Ballygally Castle faces the soft, sandy beaches of Ballygally Bay. The Castle dates back to 1625 and is unique in that it is the only 17th Century building still used as a residence in Northern Ireland today. The 54 bedrooms at the Ballygally Castle are full of character and charm. Beautiful, original beamed ceilings, combined with tasteful contemporary decor, add to the welcoming atmosphere. From the beautiful Antrim Suite, with its spectacular panoramic views to the new Garden wing and the original period rooms, uniquely shaped by the castle’s imposing architecture - the choice is yours.
  3. Tullyglass Hotel showing front of building in the sunlight.
    Set in its own grounds on the outskirts of Ballymena, the hotel is an imposing country residence dating from 1890 which has been sympathetically converted to retain its former style and character. The purpose built conference and banqueting suite can accommodate up to 840 seated guests. The famous six course Carvery Restaurant and Bistro Menu are available everyday.
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A view of the tubular bridge with flowers on the rock face and the ocean beyond.
LocationIslandmagee

On the thrilling Gobbins Experience, nature isn’t content to just sit back and be admired. It…

Map showing access while Carnfunnock Country Park is under redevelopment during 2025 & 2026.
LocationLarne

Carnfunnock Country Park is closed for a £7 million redevelopment beginning 7 July 2025, lasting…

Ballymena Golf Club
LocationBroughshane

Ballymena Golf Club, founded in 1903 near Broughshane, offers a scenic 18-hole course with views of…

Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
LocationIslandmagee

Follow the winding road down to reach this hidden gem. With its picture-book perfect stone harbour…

Broughshane Waterfowl Park
LocationBroughshane

Special waterfowl pond and woodland in Broughshane, run by volunteers with lots of wildlife and…

Jacobean Knot Garden
LocationCarrickfergus

Home of Sir Arthur Chichester this delightful recreated Knot Garden is located close ot the Town…

2 guests in outdoor wooden hot tub and barrel‑shaped sauna set among tall trees at sunset, with steam rising from the warm water.
LocationBallymena

The Spa at Galgorm is a true haven of peace and tranquillity where every conceivable aspect of our…

Garron Point
LocationCarnlough

Garron Point is an outstanding headland on the Causeway Coastal Route offering magnificent views.…

Larne Golf Club
LocationIslandmagee

Located between the towns of Whitehead and Larne on the scenic Causeway Coastal Route, Islandmagee…

Interior of the Guard Room with information panels on wall and desk with Visitor Book
LocationCarrickfergus

Step back in time at The Guard Room in Carrickfergus Town Hall, immersing visitors in the early…

The People’s Park
LocationBallymena

A historic 45-acre Green Flag Award-winning park in the heart of Ballymena, featuring scenic…

Greenisland Golf Club
LocationCarrickfergus

Greenisland is a challenging 9 hole mature parkland golf course situated under the imposing…

Browns Bay Beach & Ferris Bay
LocationIslandmagee

Browns Bay is a charming rural beach nestled in a scenic sandy cove at the northern tip of…

Family at Gleno Waterfall
LocationGleno

One of our lesser known ‘hidden treasures’, Gleno is a magnificent 30 foot waterfall nestling in…

A group of visitors listening to the tour guide inside Andrew Jackson Cottage standing by the fire.
LocationCarrickfergus

Located less than a mile from Carrickfergus town centre, the Andrew Jackson Cottage is a…

Saint Nicholas' Church
LocationCarrickfergus

Established in 1182 by the Anglo Norman, John de Courcy, St Nicholas' has many historic features…

Man and woman walking alongside River in Glenarm Forest surrounded by trees
LocationGlenarm

Explore the hidden charm of Glenarm Forest, boasting impressive views of Glenarm Castle, diverse…

Ecos Nature Park
LocationBallymena

Ecos Nature Park is an oasis of wildlife, close to the heart of Ballymena town with 8 kilometres of…

Game of Thrones® Afternoon Tea at Ballygally Castle Hotel
LocationBallygally

Ballygally Castle Hotel is offering a Game of Thrones® Afternoon Tea which will delight fans of the…

Chaine Memorial Tower
LocationLarne

This special memorial tower stands tall on the western side of Larne Lough, at the entrance to…

Aerial view of Carnlough Harbour with shops and homes in the background and boats in the harbour
LocationCarnlough

Carnlough's sheltered historic harbour, with small fishing boats, is the focal point of this…

Galgorm Castle Golf Club
LocationBallymena

Galgorm Castle Golf Club is an exciting mixture of the new and the old. This 18 hole, 6930 yards…

Larne Town Parks
LocationLarne

Town Park and Chaine Park are delightful parks located on the Causeway Coastal route in Larne…

Path through the forest with green trees and loads of bluebells
LocationPortglenone

Portglenone Forest continues a history of tree cover on this site established since records began.…

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Red exterior of O'Connells Bar in Portglenone.
LocationPortglenone

O'Connell's Bar on Main Street, Portglenone, offers a warm Irish pub vibe with live sports, pool, a…

Castle Kitchen and Bar at Galgorm
LocationBallymena

The distinct warmth, and ambience of Castle Kitchen + Bar make it a space for all occasions and…

The Blackstone Bar
LocationBallymena

The Blackstone Bar is located in Hill Street just off the main shopping area of Ballymena, boasts a…

The Gardener's Rest Cafe @ Hillmount Carrick
LocationCarrickfergus

The Gardener’s Rest Café at Hillmount Carrick offers tasty light bites, hot drinks, and a relaxing,…

Exterior seating area of Harbour Lights Cafe in Carnlough
LocationCarnlough

Harbour Lights Cafe in Carnlough offers hearty breakfasts until noon and a diverse lunch menu…

Cairndhu Golf Club ClubHouse - rear view with restaurant windows facing onto golf course.
LocationLarne

Experience unforgettable dining amidst breathtaking views at Cairndhu Golf Club's restaurant on the…

The Carrie Restaurant
LocationKells

Discover The Carrie Restaurant in Kells, offering breakfast, lunch, evening meals and Sunday roasts…

The Boat House Barista
LocationWhitehead

The Boat House Barista sits along Whitehead’s scenic Blackhead Path, offering coffee, teas, iced…

Wooden tables and seats, some with lime green backing within Lunchbox Cafe Larne
LocationLarne

LUNCHBOX Café is a social enterprise in Larne Community Hub serving fresh, delicious meals with a…

Exterior frontage of Wild Duck Inn in Portglenone with signs up for live music and great food.
LocationPortglenone

Experience the charm of the Wild Duck Inn, a riverside bar and restaurant in Portglenone. Enjoy…

Exterior of Upper Crust restaurant and coffee shop with entrance doors and windows
LocationLarne

Experience homely comfort at The Upper Crust Restaurant in Larne. Enjoy expertly brewed coffee,…

M & M's @ Ballymena Golf Club
LocationBroughshane

M&M's Restaurant at Ballymena Golf Club in Broughshane offers a diverse menu, function room for 150…

Carriages Bistro
LocationLarne

Carriages in Larne is a family run, fully-licensed restaurant offering traditional Irish and…

Exterior of Little India Restaurant with grey walls and name in silver, plus plants at the entrance doors
LocationCarrickfergus

Little India Restaurant in Carrickfergus offers authentic Indian cuisine with fresh ingredients,…

Cafe @ Creative Gardens Galgorm Castle
LocationBallymena

Creative Gardens Galgorm Café serves fresh, home‑cooked meals, alongside daily baked scones, cakes…

Nobel Café
LocationBallymena

Nobel is an award winning contemporary café located on Church Street in the heart of Ballymena.…

Blue painted traditional building housing Quarter House Coffee in Carrickfergus
LocationCarrickfergus

Discover Quarter House Coffee Shop within the Courtyard Complex in Carrickfergus! Indulge in our…

Cafe Crémé
LocationBallymena

Cafe based in the heart of Galgorm providing the finest coffees and top quality fresh food.

Grey exterior of Winnies 1975 with large window displays
LocationBroughshane

Winnies 1975 is a quaint café and gift shop set in the heart of Broughshane, which was crowned UK…

Yellow and Black exterior of the Wee Cafe Larne with name on window and silver outdoor seats
LocationLarne

Discover The Wee Café in Larne on the Causeway Coastal Route for all-day breakfasts, fresh…

Pink and yellow exterior of Ownies Bar in Carrickfergus
LocationCarrickfergus

Ownies Bar and Bistro is a top Irish gastro pub, famed for seafood chowder, homemade desserts, warm…

Light green and purple exterior of Delaceys Bakery Cafe in Carrickfergus
LocationCarrickfergus

Nestled in Carrickfergus, Delacey's Coffee Shop & Bakery boasts 25 years of history, serving as a…

Coastal Coffee
LocationWhitehead

Coastal Coffee is a friendly café based near the railway station in Whitehead and renowned for…

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Acrylics
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Acrylics for Beginners

This is an image focusing on a wheel barrow with pumpkins in it on a lawn
LocationBallymena

Pick & Carve your perfect pumpkin!

Ballymena Chamber Orchestra Present - A Night of Spooktacular Music
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Ballymena Chamber Orchestra Present - A Night of Spooktacular Music

Comedy
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Knight's of Comedy Presents Mickey Bartlett

Carrickfergus Castle & Islandmagee Witches Walking Tour (with Haunted Tours NI)
LocationCarrickfergus

Uncover Northern Ireland's dark, dramatic, and sometimes downright bizarre past on this…

Bath fizzers workshop poster
LocationBallymena

Saturday 24th October 10:30am- 12:30pm £25 Midtown Makers Come along and make some bath bombs…

The Bjorn Identity – Tribute to ABBA
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

The Bjorn Identity – Tribute to ABBA

Woodcraft Demonstration
LocationBallymena

Discover the art of woodcraft with Sharon Weir from Rathbollen. Watch as simple pieces of wood are…

Fright Club NI presents - THE FLESH AND THE FIENDS (1960) Film Screening
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Fright Club NI presents - THE FLESH AND THE FIENDS (1960) Film Screening

Writing
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus
Portrait of Jonathan Swift (Colour)
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Launch event for Swift series of events

women sat in Midtown Makers painting on small canvas
LocationBallymena

Learn how to paint with acrylics on canvas with Artist Ursula Meehan, and create your own spooky…

Country
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Country and Gospel Concert

image for Uplift dance troupe
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Dance workshop in conjunction with our series of Jonathan Swift events.

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LocationLarne

The Spooky Carnival returns to Larne Town Centre on Thursday 29 October, offering a free afternoon…

Halloween Hooley
LocationLarne

It's time to dust off those broomsticks and put on your best costumes because Halloween Hooley in…

Short historical talk on the era of the bodysnatchers
LocationCarrickfergus

This event is now fully booked - Historical Talk by Dr David Hume to the era of the Bodysnatchers

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LocationBallymena

Ballymena BID’s Halloween Trail returns on Friday 30 October, offering a free afternoon of family…

Hallowena
LocationBallymena

The free event will thrill and chill with a packed programme of spooktacular activities for all…

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LocationCarrickfergus

Join us on Friday 30 October for a spooktacular day of FREE family fun in Carrickfergus! FREE…

NI Comedy Presents:  Emer Maguire - Perfectly Chaotic
LocationBallymena

NI Comedy Presents: Emer Maguire - Perfectly Chaotic

CarrickFEARgus
LocationCarrickfergus

It's time to dust off those broomsticks and put on your best costumes because CarrickFEARgus in…

DJ
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

DJ Academy

Our Spectrum Story
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Our Spectrum Story

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