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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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Slemish Mountain
LocationBroughshane

Slemish Mountain is about 1,500 feet above sea level and is located close to Broughshane in County…

Galgorm Castle Golf Club
LocationBallymena

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

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…

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…

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…

Knockagh Monument
LocationGreenisland

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

Ballymena Golf Club
LocationBroughshane

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

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…

Cairndhu Golf Club
LocationLarne

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

Browns Bay Beach & Ferris Bay
LocationIslandmagee

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

Whitehead Golf Club
LocationWhitehead

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

Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
LocationIslandmagee

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

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…

Straidkilly Nature Reserve
LocationCarnlough

Small and secluded Ulster Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve, located on an inland route between Glenarm…

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…

Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
LocationWhitehead

A short and delightful coastal path from the picturesque seaside town of Whitehead to Blackhead's…

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…

Carrickfergus Castle
LocationCarrickfergus

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

War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
LocationCarrickfergus

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

President Arthur Homestead
LocationCullybackey

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

The People’s Park
LocationBallymena

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

Carrickfergus Urban Farm & Garden Centre
LocationCarrickfergus

Carrickfergus Urban Farm and Garden Centre at Kilcreggan is a free popular attraction for local…

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.…

Carrickfergus Castle with King William statue
LocationCarrickfergus

Visit the King William III Statue, a bronze figure near Carrickfergus Castle on Castle Green.…

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Afternoon tea in the Ross Park Hotel served on silver stand with white crockery and tablecloth
LocationKells

Situated in 10 acres of grounds in the beautiful County Antrim countryside within easy reach of the…

The Grouse Restaurant & Bar
LocationBallymena

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

Matties Meeting House
LocationCairncastle

Explore the rich history of Matties Public House & Restaurant, one of County Antrim's oldest pubs…

Whitewashed wall exterior of Halfway House Hotel in Ballygally
LocationLarne

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

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…

Serving counter and tables and chairs in main eating area of the The Secret Garden Cafe
LocationBallymena

The Secret Garden Cafe located in the grounds of Ecos Nature Park in Ballymena operates 7 days a…

Gillies Restaurant at Galgorm
LocationBallymena

Awarded an AA Rosette for culinary excellence, Gillies Restaurant offers an elevated style of…

White cottage style exterior of Weavers Cafe in Ballycarry
LocationBallycarry

Weaver's Café in Ballycarry offers hearty meals, drinks, and treats in a warm, friendly atmosphere…

The Garden Restaurant at Ballygally Castle
LocationBallygally

The Garden Restaurant situated within Ballygally Castle Hotel has the character and charm you would…

Castello Italia
LocationCarrickfergus

Castello Italia is a stylish Italian restaurant in Carrickfergus, set on the Causeway Coastal Route…

Front view of Brewers Fayre building in Carrickfergus with conservatory
LocationCarrickfergus

The Harbour Brewers Fayre is the perfect place to stop in for some tasty pub classics and drinks…

Halfway House Country Pub
LocationBroughshane

Historic country pub and restaurant located halfway between Ballymena and Carnlough at the foot of…

Fullans Department Store & Coffee Lounge
LocationPortglenone

Fullan’s Department Store & Coffee Lounge in Portglenone offers luxury gifts, homeware, and…

Nobel Café
LocationBallymena

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

Pink exterior of Coast Road Inn in Glenarm with flowers outside and collectible window display
LocationGlenarm

The Coast Road Inn in Glenarm offers a friendly atmosphere, local drinks, and cosy decor near…

Building exterior of the red brick Bank House Cafe
LocationWhitehead

The Bank House café and gift shop is a lively, warm, inviting destination, specialising in good,…

Crave Kitchen
LocationBallymena

Crave Kitchen, located above K&G McAtamney’s on Greenvale Street, offers hearty mains, all‑day…

Whiskey Experiences at The Harbourview
LocationCarnlough

At the Harbourview Hotel, step into a world where whiskey culture and Irish hospitality unite.…

Image of Dining Area in Adair Arms Hotel
LocationBallymena

An extensive menu of fresh locally sourced, quality ingredients served in our spacious, relaxing…

Cafe @ Creative Gardens Galgorm Castle
LocationBallymena

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

The Carrie Restaurant
LocationKells

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

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,…

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…

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…

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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…

Kite
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Kite Making Workshop

Wildlife
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Watercolour Day Workshop: Capturing Wildlife in Paint

Street Dance
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Street Dance Workshop

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

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

Voiceworks - Annie Jr
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Voiceworks - Annie Jr

Antrim Round Tower
LocationCarrickfergus

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

25th Annual Carnlough Carnival
LocationCarnlough

Carnlough Carnival returns 24 July - 1 August 2026 with parades, music, vintage fairs, races,…

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…

Audrey Kyle demonstrating a watercolour painting at Gobbins Studio , Islandmagee
LocationIslandmagee

A watercolour workshop focusing on painting a composition in a relaxed studio on the cliffs on the…

A small crowd are gathered in meadow clearing behind tall grasses on a summers day
LocationNewtowncrommelin

A weekend of playful activities for crafters and families to explore botanical dyes, pigments &…

Whitehead Summer Festival 2026
LocationWhitehead

Whitehead Summer Festival is back and bigger than ever. Family fun for all ages.

Freedom Dance Company - High School Musical Junior
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Freedom Dance Company - High School Musical Junior

Victorian Blooms & Felted Treasures Floriography Workshop
LocationCullybackey

A chance to learn about the Victorian art of Floriography and create a unique needlecraft item to…

Burke & Hare
LocationLarne

Dark historian Andrew Johnston of Alternative Ulstours takes his 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe…

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…

Larne Weaving Factory C1910
LocationLarne

This exhibition is a small, hallway display which looks at the history of the linen industry in…

Poster to publicise Carrickfergus Artisan Market with image of Castle and time from 11am to 3pm on first Saturday of the Month.
LocationCarrickfergus

Explore Carrickfergus' Outdoor Artisan Market for handmade gifts and treats, operating monthly from…

Glenarm Monthly Community Market
LocationGlenarm

Explore the Glenarm Monthly Community Market for artisan crafts and treats. Accessible and…

A musician plays a harp in a rustic room with stone walls, candlelight, and soft natural light
LocationCarrickfergus

Join local musician and storyteller, Lisa Dawson as she shares her Ulster-Scots heritage through…

Various colourful wools ready to be felted.
LocationWhitehead

You will be guided through the process of wet felting and needle felting.

Fright Club NI and Braid Film Theatre presents - From Dusk Till Dawn 30th Anniversary Screening
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Fright Club NI and Braid Film Theatre presents - From Dusk Till Dawn 30th Anniversary Screening

Voiceworks - Six the Musical Teen Edition
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Voiceworks - Six the Musical Teen Edition

Handmade Lampshade in beautiful batik style fabric.
LocationWhitehead

Craft your contemporary 30cm drum Lampshade in this fun, hands-on workshop.

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