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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…

Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
LocationIslandmagee

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

The Steensons Économusée
LocationGlenarm

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

Jacobean Knot Garden
LocationCarrickfergus

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

Family at Gleno Waterfall
LocationGleno

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

Chaine Memorial Tower
LocationLarne

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

Larne Golf Club
LocationIslandmagee

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

Ballymena Golf Club
LocationBroughshane

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

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…

The People’s Park
LocationBallymena

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

Galgorm Castle Golf Club
LocationBallymena

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

Knockagh Monument
LocationGreenisland

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

Templecorran Church and Graveyard
LocationBallycarry

Discover magnificent views and Ulster Scots heritage in Templecorran graveyard, Ballycarry.

Whitehead Golf Club
LocationWhitehead

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

Man smiling standing in front of 4 different ice-creams.
LocationGlarryford

Discover the story behind the Creamery Can ice-cream located in Glarryford, en-route from 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…

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…

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…

Carrickfergus Castle with King William statue
LocationCarrickfergus

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

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…

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…

Ballygally Beach
LocationBallygally

Escape to Ballygally Beach, just 10km north of Larne on the Causeway Coastal Route. Enjoy a scenic…

Carrickfergus Golf Club
LocationCarrickfergus

With its imaginative use of water and sand the par of 68 is not matched that easily. The course…

Carrickfergus Urban Farm & Garden Centre
LocationCarrickfergus

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

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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…

Kings Road Coffee Shop
LocationWhitehead

Kings Road: Charming, historic café in Whitehead. Cosy atmosphere, dog-friendly with an outside…

Whitehead Golf Club Restaurant
LocationWhitehead

Situated on Muldersleigh Hill, on the outskirts of Whitehead, Whitehead Golf Club restaurant offers…

Halfway House Country Pub
LocationBroughshane

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

Nobel Café
LocationBallymena

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

Family of 3 children and 2 adults sitting eating and drinking tea around a wooden dining table in the railway musuem cafe
LocationCastleview Road, Whitehead

Step into nostalgia at the Cups & Carriages Tea Room in Whitehead Railway Museum on the Causeway…

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…

Exterior of Aroma Coffee Shop with wooden door entrance and external signs
LocationLarne

Discover Aroma Coffee House on Larne Main Street, offering expertly crafted beverages and delicious…

Matties Meeting House
LocationCairncastle

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

Eden Rooftop Bar
LocationBallymena

Eden Rooftop Bar in Ballymena, part of the Grouse Complex, offers stylish all-weather fun with live…

The Clockhouse Restaurant @ Leighinmohr House Hotel
LocationBallymena

The Clockhouse in the Leighinmohr House Hotel, Ballymena is one of County Antrim’s leading eateries…

Exterior of Luna Cafe / Bar in Carrickfergus with blue canopy and white pillars
LocationCarrickfergus

Luna, nestled near Carrickfergus Castle along the Causeway Coastal Route, offers a unique dining…

White exterior of Shores. Whitehead with windows facing onto Whitehead promenade.
LocationWhitehead

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

Slemish Market Supper Club
LocationBallymena area & Glens of Antrim

Slemish Market Supper Club is a pop-up dining experience like no other. Award-winning Chef Rob…

The Fiddler's Rest Bar & Restaurant
LocationPortglenone

The Fiddler's Rest in Portglenone offers authentic Irish hospitality with tasty meals, local brews,…

Dock of the Bay
LocationLarne

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

The Pizza Parlour
LocationBallymena

A Ballymena favourite since 1981, The Pizza Parlour serves fresh, flavour-packed pizzas, burgers,…

Whiskey Experiences at The Harbourview
LocationCarnlough

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

McKendry's Lounge & Bar
LocationBallymena

Located in the heart of Galgorm, McKendry’s Lounge & Bar offers the warm ambience and atmosphere of…

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…

Streat Coffee
LocationBallymena

Streat Coffee on Broughshane Street offers early‑morning convenience with premium coffee, boba tea,…

Rococo
LocationBallymena

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

Twilight Coffee
LocationCarnlough

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

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…

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A row of five circular textile artworks in square white frames, showing layered horizontal bands of colour made from stitched fabric strips, arranged
LocationWhitehead

Textile exhibition exploring colour, light and coastal-inspired themes, now showing throughout May…

Davy Moore and David Hume
LocationLarne

David Hume and Davy Moore bring an evening of chat, poetry, storytelling and good laughs.

Wildlife Walk Swifts Glenarm Marina
LocationGlenarm

Wildlife Walk Swifts, Glenarm

Gary Pollock – Bucket List (Debut Solo Show)
LocationBallymena

Ballymena comedian Gary Pollock brings his debut solo show Bucket List to the Braid Arts Centre

900 Years in 90 Minutes - A Guided Walking Tour of Carrickfergus (with Carrickfergus Tours & Tales)
LocationCarrickfergus

Discover historic Carrickfergus with expert local guides on a 90 minute walking tour. Explore…

Ballymena 400th Anniversary logo featuring a stylised tower icon and the text "Ballymena 400th Anniversary”
LocationBallymena

Join us on Saturday 23 May as Ballymena marks 400 years with a full day of celebration for all ages.

Antrim Round Tower
LocationCarrickfergus

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

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

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

Cash Returns - The Man In Black
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Cash Returns - The Man In Black

Poster for  the Diesel Day event at Whitehead railway museum on the 23rd May 2026
LocationCastleview Road, Whitehead

Celebrate Diesel Day at Whitehead Railway Museum on Saturday 23 May with locomotive B142. Enjoy a…

Trilobite
LocationLarne

Discover a world millions of years in the making with JJ's Fossils at Larne Museum.

Ballymena In Watercolour
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Watercolour Workshop

Foil Crest
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Foil Family Crest Workshop

Junior Jam
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena
Poster advertising kings of the castle
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Enjoy a special talk on 'Kings of the Castle: The History of Carrick Rangers Football Club' with…

Wildlife Walk Brown's Bay Beach Islandmagee
LocationIslandmagee

Wildlife Walk Brown's Bay Beach, Islandmagee

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…

Tim-McGarry-2026_The_Height_of_Nonsense
LocationBallymena

Tim McGarry is back on the road with his brand new solo stand up show - The Height of Nonsense.

A man tends to a mud furnace with tall flames rising from the top of it, other look on
LocationNewtowncrommelin

Visitors to the Glenravel International Furnace Festival will see iron smelting in action, learn…

Live music and market
LocationCarrickfergus

Come along to Speakeasy Saturdays for open mic and live music in a pop-up at Carrickfergus Town…

Artworks displayed as part of an exhibition in a barn
LocationNewtown Crommelin

Craft and traditional skills hands on workshops, demonstrations and displays. Reclaim your…

S/S State of Indiana Direct Service Larne Harbour to New York 1882
LocationLarne

A small display featuring artefacts that reflect Larne's links to America.

The GEC Factory
LocationLarne

The Turbine Generator factory on the outskirts of Larne, which opened in 1956, had a major impact…

Ballymena Chamber Orchestra and Community Choir - A celebration of Summer Lovin'
LocationBallymena

Ballymena Chamber Orchestra and Community Choir - A celebration of Summer Lovin'

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