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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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Greenisland Golf Club
LocationCarrickfergus

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

Larne's Jurassic Coastline - Waterloo Bay
LocationLarne

Explore Waterloo Bay in Larne, the most accessible locality for fossil hunting and geological…

Carrickfergus Urban Farm & Garden Centre
LocationCarrickfergus

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

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…

Jacobean Knot Garden
LocationCarrickfergus

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

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…

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…

Whitehead Golf Club
LocationWhitehead

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

Ecos Nature Park
LocationBallymena

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

Broughshane Waterfowl Park
LocationBroughshane

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

Cairndhu Golf Club
LocationLarne

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

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…

Ballygally Beach
LocationBallygally

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

Galgorm Castle Golf Club
LocationBallymena

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

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…

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…

Larne Town Parks
LocationLarne

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

A glass of Ulster Whiskey
LocationGlenarm

Irish Whiskey is the fastest growing drinks market in the world, more and more people are…

A view of the tubular bridge with flowers on the rock face and the ocean beyond.
LocationIslandmagee

Although currently closed (updated February 2026), this is one to bookmark for future. On the…

Carrickfergus Castle with King William statue
LocationCarrickfergus

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

Carrickfergus Golf Club
LocationCarrickfergus

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

Saint Nicholas' Church
LocationCarrickfergus

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

Picture of Larne Promenade
LocationLarne

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

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Dining area within Curran Court Hotel restaurant with a purple and pink decor.
LocationLarne

For over four decades, The Restaurant at Curran Court Hotel has been a cherished culinary haven in…

Exterior of The Stove in Larne with seats outside
LocationLarne

Experience mouthwatering homemade food at The Stove on Main Street, Larne! Voted best in 2022,…

Exterior of Mauds Ice Cream Parlour Larne
LocationLarne

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

Exterior of Brew Coffee Shop with seating area and herald trumpeters
LocationBroughshane

Welcome to BREW in Broughshane, where sustainabiy sourced coffee, premium teas, and homemade…

Exterior of Creed Coffee House in Carrickfergus with banners in windows displaying food options
LocationCarrickfergus

Experience the finest drinks and delectable treats at Creed Coffee Carrickfergus. From freshly…

The Olderfleet Bar & Garden Venue
LocationLarne

The Olderfleet in Larne blends historic charm with modern flair, offering award-winning dining,…

The Front Page Bar
LocationBallymena

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

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,…

Gatto's Ristorante
LocationBallymena

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

Glenarm Castle Tea Room
LocationGlenarm

Step into the heart of Glenarm Castle's estate and discover our cosy Tea Room, nestled in the…

The Boat House Barista
LocationWhitehead

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

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,…

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,…

Daily Gin Tasting Experience at Galgorm
LocationBallymena

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

Tullyglass Hotel Dining Experience
LocationBallymena

At Tullyglass Hotel we offer our guests both informal and formal dining options throughout the day.…

Whitewashed wall exterior of Halfway House Hotel in Ballygally
LocationLarne

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

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 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 seating area of Harbour Lights Cafe in Carnlough
LocationCarnlough

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

Restaurant pictures
LocationCarrickfergus

Dobbins Inn in the heart of Carrickfergus offers warm hospitality, traditional Irish and modern…

Stone cottage with people dining outside at picnic tables.
LocationGlarryford

The Creamery Can, is located in Glarryford, en-route from Ballymena to the Causeway and is a quaint…

Gillies Restaurant at Galgorm
LocationBallymena

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

The Glencloy Inn
LocationCarnlough

Historic family owned, traditional Irish bar and restaurant located in the picturesque village of…

Logo for Moran's at Glenarm
LocationGlenarm

Moran's of Glenarm, on the Causeway Coastal Route, offers an elegant dining experience with a…

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Braid Comedy Club Presents Colin Murphy
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Braid Comedy Club Presents Colin Murphy

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

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

Artwork by Bob Speers
LocationLarne

In the artist's own words "My art is currently informed by habitual wanderings through different…

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…

Two white and cream rabbits eating leaves
LocationCarrickfergus

Come along to Carrickfergus Urban Farm for an Easter Fun Day on Saturday 4 April with egg hunts,…

Glenarm Monthly Community Market
LocationGlenarm

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

Carnegie Library
LocationLarne

Join us for an afternoon of family friendly activities, as we celebrate 120 years since the…

Easter at Glenarm Castle
LocationGlenarm

Join us at Glenarm Castle for Easter fun.

Pack of competitive runners running down street in Whitehead as part of Whitehead Road Race
LocationWhitehead

Join the historic Whitehead Easter Road Race on 6 April 2026! Northern Ireland’s longest-standing…

American flag and event details
LocationCarrickfergus

Special historical talk as part of the USA 250 NI celebrations.

plants and a microscope
LocationBroughshane Road, Ballymena

Easter plant treasure hunt at Ecos Nature Park

Image by Ian Enlander
LocationLarne

The talk will look at the development of the early post box in Ireland and Britain, including some…

Icons of the 70s!
LocationBallymena

 ICONS OF THE 70s SHOW!

Big Love - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
LocationBallymena

Big Love returns to the Braid with their stunning show!

Carrickfergus Sailing Club
LocationCarrickfergus

Boat Jumble and Market

F-STOPNI Photography Exhibition
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus
Slemish Players Presents Sylvia by A. R. Gurney
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Slemish Players Presents Sylvia by A. R. Gurney

Fright Club NI and Braid Film Theatre presents - Nightbreed (Q&A with Special Guest Hugh Ross)
LocationBallymena

Fright Club NI and Braid Film Theatre presents - Nightbreed (Q&A with Special Guest Hugh Ross)

Strange and Unusual: A Celebration of Science Fiction & Horror
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Strange and Unusual: A Celebration of Science Fiction & Horror

Galgorm | Celtic Sauna
LocationBallymena

Experience the UK Aufguss Championships at the award winning Galgorm Resort, as the Thermal Spa…

Braid Film Theatre Presents Decision To Leave (Korean with Subtitles)
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Braid Film Theatre Presents Decision To Leave (Korean with Subtitles)

Conal Gallen – The Last Laugh Tour
LocationBallymena

Conal Gallen – The Last Laugh Tour

Antrim Round Tower
LocationCarrickfergus

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

Bird of Prey
LocationLarne

This is an opportunity to get close to a bird of prey during an educational talk and presentation…

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