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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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Ruined stone tower with large openings, under a partly cloudy sky.
LocationLarne

The ruins of Olderfleet Castle stand on the Curran Point facing Larne Lough. It is suggested that…

War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
LocationCarrickfergus

Beautiful parkland on the waterfront of Carrickfergus within sight of the Castle featuring a…

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…

Knockagh Monument
LocationGreenisland

County Antrim War Memorial erected and dedicated to the fallen from the County of Antrim who fell…

The People’s Park
LocationBallymena

45-acre urban park in the heart of Ballymena with something to do for all the family - you can…

Whitehead Golf Club
LocationWhitehead

The club boasts a challenging but fair 18 hole course coupled with excellent clubhouse facilities.…

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…

President Arthur Homestead
LocationCullybackey

President Arthur Homestead, Cullybackey, is the Ancestral Home of the 21st President of the USA…

Carrickfergus Castle
LocationCarrickfergus

Get ready to step back in time at Carrickfergus Castle, an incredible Norman castle nestled in the…

The Steensons Économusée
LocationGlenarm

The Steensons are delighted to welcome visitors to their workshop and gallery. A fascinating and…

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…

Carnlough Beach
LocationCarnlough

Discover Carnlough Beach’s calm waters, sweeping views and 1.5 km of sand and pebbles along the…

Ecos Nature Park
LocationBallymena

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

Family at Gleno Waterfall
LocationGleno

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

Picture of Larne Promenade
LocationLarne

Enjoy a lovely walk along a one mile long stretch of Promenade running from Larne Leisure Centre,…

Ballymena Golf Club
LocationBroughshane

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

Larne Golf Club
LocationIslandmagee

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

Browns Bay Beach & Ferris Bay
LocationIslandmagee

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

Cairndhu Golf Club
LocationLarne

Superb parkland course designed by J.F.S. Morrison, partner in the firm of Colt, Allison and…

Galgorm Castle Golf Club
LocationBallymena

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

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.
LocationCarrickfergus

Discover the history of Carrickfergus through a walking tour & medieval inspired dining experience…

Greenisland Golf Club
LocationCarrickfergus

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

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…

Broughshane Waterfowl Park
LocationBroughshane

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

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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…

Rococo
LocationBallymena

Fantastic family owned restaurant, in the heart of Ballymena town centre, offering a great…

Interior of Season Coffee Shop with wooden flooring, wooden beams and wooden tables plus chairs.
LocationCarrickfergus

Season Coffee Shop, nestled in a refurbished red brick mill on the outskirts of Carrickfergus,…

Whitewashed wall exterior of Halfway House Hotel in Ballygally
LocationLarne

The family run Ballygally Halfway House Hotel, nestled on the Causeway Coastal Route, offers…

Flax Coffee Co (Ballymena)
LocationBallymena

Flax Coffee Co on Church Street, Ballymena serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch in a dog-friendly,…

The Dairy
LocationGleno

Rustic style bistro and farm shop set in the heart of the Gleno valley, within a few minutes walk…

Cafe Crémé
LocationBallymena

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

Josh Macs restaurant exterior with sign, large windows and door entrance,
LocationCarrickfergus

Josh Mac’s in Carrickfergus boasts diverse menus featuring flame-grilled burgers, slow-roasted…

Shores.Whitehead
LocationWhitehead

Shores offers a serene seaside setting on the Whitehead Promenade on the Causeway Coastal Route. …

Exterior of Mayur Indian restaurant with sign in red and white, plus whote and red walls
LocationCarrickfergus

Mayur Indian Restaurant near Carrickfergus Castle offers authentic, exquisite Indian cuisine with…

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,…

Exterior of Greedy Gannet
LocationIslandmagee

Set in the heart of Islandmagee and within the world class Gobbins Visitor Centre, The Greedy…

Dock of the Bay
LocationLarne

Dock of the Bay offers artisan coffee, speciality teas, luxury hot chocolates, traybakes, toasties…

Gatto's Ristorante
LocationBallymena

Gatto’s is a family run business in Ballymena town centre, inspired by their Italian family…

Exterior of Mauds Ice Cream Parlour Larne
LocationLarne

Mauds Ice Cream Parlour in Larne offers a diverse selection of award-winning ice creams and…

The Marine Bar Whitehead
LocationWhitehead

A hidden cosy pub, located near the Whitehead promenade and train station on the Causeway Coastal…

Black and White exterior of Cove Coffee Shop with words painted for Coffee Bakes and Art
LocationGlenarm

Cove Glenarm, nestled in Glenarm's historic village, offers freshly baked treats, quality coffee,…

Daily Gin Tasting Experience at Galgorm
LocationBallymena

An exclusive Gin Tasting Experience at Galgorm Resort, near Ballymena, as they showcase…

Twilight Coffee
LocationCarnlough

Independent coffee shop serving specialty coffee, teas and locally baked treats. Located directly…

The Grouse Restaurant & Bar
LocationBallymena

The Grouse Restaurant & Bar has long been a favourite for food, drinks and live entertainment in…

Oranmore House - Restaurant & Tea Room
LocationBallymena

Situated on Ballymena’s Galgorm Road, Oranmore House is a Victorian gem known for standout seasonal…

Dining at The Harbourview Hotel
LocationCarnlough

The Harbourview Hotel invites you to experience an area of outstanding natural beauty, nestled by…

The Front Page Bar
LocationBallymena

A “traditional-meets-modern” award winning and innovative pub in the centre of Ballymena, which…

Brown panelled exterior of Silver Lounce Cafe in Larne
LocationLarne

Located on Larne's Main Street, The Silver Lounge is a traditional local café known for its…

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Ballymena Turns 400 ... And We're Going Super
LocationBallymena

This year our much-loved town celebrates an incredible milestone as Ballymena turns 400, and we're…

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

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

HK Wellness
LocationLarne

Our local hedgerows are filled with magic and wisdom from our often overlooked wild plants. They…

Image for the map making event
LocationCarrickfergus

Mapping Medieval Carrickfergus: Exploring the town's Anglo-Norman past through maps and mapping.

Weaving
LocationLarne

Everyone is welcome to watch as a tapestry comes together, and even take part in hand weaving with…

Woven Logo Banner
LocationBallymena

A celebration of creativity, connection, and culture, Woven brings together live music, visual…

Carnlough Whiskey Festival August 2026
LocationCarnlough

Sample some of the finest spirits from celebrated local distilleries including Bushmills,…

Advert for summer serenades
LocationCarrickfergus, Larne, Ballymena, Whitehead, Glenarm

Enjoy the sounds of summer with Summer Serenades, a free series of live outdoor music performances…

4 actors on outdoor stage performing.
LocationCarrickfergus

Outdoor theatre returns to Carrickfergus this August! Illyria presents The Three Musketeers at…

4 actors on outdoor stage performing.
LocationBallymena

Outdoor theatre returns to Ballymena this August! Illyria presents The Three Musketeers at…

Midtown Makers artists with felt, lace, and linen, Ballymena 400 logo
LocationBallymena

As Ballymena town marks its 400th anniversary, the community is invited to join in a spectacular…

Arthur Dobbs Seminar
LocationCarrickfergus

Join a relaxed and engaging seminar exploring Arthur Dobbs, with expert talks on his life and…

Antrim Round Tower
LocationCarrickfergus

Join us for this unique 8 hour tour on our witch themed taxibus, as we travel along the North Coast…

This is a picture of a rag rug style craft with details listed about the workshop
LocationCullybackey

Come along to this fun filled session and learn a rag rug technique and create a bespoke piece that…

Antrim Coast Half Marathon
LocationLarne

The Antrim Coast Half Marathon in Larne on Sunday 23 August 2026 offers a fast, scenic route…

St. Patrick's Church, Ballymena
LocationBallymena

Celebrate Ballymena’s 400th anniversary at a Civic Thanksgiving Service in St Patrick’s Church.

storybook cover showing a cat and dragon flying through the sky
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Storytelling -The tale of the Castle Cat and Golden Dragon

Ballymena 400 Fireworks Display
LocationBallymena

Join us for an evening of family fun as we celebrate 400 years since the granting of the Ballymena…

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.
LocationCarrickfergus

Discover the history of Carrickfergus through a walking tour & medieval inspired dining experience…

Blue and Grey Music and Mind Logo
LocationWhitehead

Experience the Music and Mind Festival in Whitehead, County Antrim, from August 28-30! Celebrate…

Bach, Bows and Arrows! - An Audience with Julian & Jiaxin Lloyd Webber
LocationBallymena

Bach, Bows and Arrows! Join Julian and Jiaxin Lloyd Webber for an intimate evening of live music,…

Glenarm Arts & Literary Fayre
LocationGlenarm

Experience the Glenarm Arts and Literary Fayre on 30 August 2025, a lively celebration of books,…

Screened Print Ceramic Bunting by Aine McGuckin
LocationBallymena

Saturday 29th August​​​ 10.30am-12.30pm £28 ​Midtown Makers Gift Shop ​Tutor Áine McGuckin…

Paint
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Painting Workshop

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