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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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Carrickfergus Castle with King William statue
LocationCarrickfergus

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

Broughshane Waterfowl Park
LocationBroughshane

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

President Arthur Homestead
LocationCullybackey

Situated in Cullybackey, just outside Ballymena, this beautifully restored 18th-century thatched…

Larne's Jurassic Coastline - Waterloo Bay
LocationLarne

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

Larne Town Parks
LocationLarne

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

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…

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.…

Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
LocationIslandmagee

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

Galgorm Castle Golf Club
LocationBallymena

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

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…

Ballymena Golf Club
LocationBroughshane

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

Slemish Mountain
LocationBroughshane

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

Family at Gleno Waterfall
LocationGleno

Tucked away in a lush, steep-sided gorge, Gleno Waterfall is one of Northern Ireland’s most…

Ecos Nature Park
LocationBallymena

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

Garron Point
LocationCarnlough

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

Greenisland Golf Club
LocationCarrickfergus

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

Carnlough Beach
LocationCarnlough

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

Chaine Memorial Tower
LocationLarne

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

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…

Saint Nicholas' Church
LocationCarrickfergus

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

Aerial view of Glenarm Castle & Gardens with the ocean beyond.
LocationGlenarm

Crowned "Historic Houses 2023 Garden of the Year", Glenarm Castle and its walled gardens are a true…

Jacobean Knot Garden
LocationCarrickfergus

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

Browns Bay Beach & Ferris Bay
LocationIslandmagee

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

Where to eat...

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Rococo
LocationBallymena

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

SHOT Licensed Cafe
LocationBallymena

SHOT is a licensed Ballymena café serving quality brunch, coffee, and cocktails with vegan,…

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…

Shores.Whitehead
LocationWhitehead

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

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

Middletown Coffee Co.
LocationBallymena

'A must visit location when on a Northern Ireland Coffee Tour’ - Middletown is more than quality…

The Stable Stop Browns Bay
LocationIslandmagee

A hidden gem on Browns Bay beach, The Stable Stop serves great coffee, tasty treats and stunning…

The Clockhouse Restaurant @ Leighinmohr House Hotel
LocationBallymena

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

Gatto's Ristorante
LocationBallymena

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

Night time exterior of the Thatch Inn Bar & Restaurant - white building with thatched roof and lights on in the upper windows
LocationBroughshane

18th century thatched, family friendly bar and restaurant set in the award winning village of…

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…

The Olderfleet Bar & Garden Venue
LocationLarne

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

Fullans Department Store & Coffee Lounge
LocationPortglenone

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

Exterior of Ollie's Bistro, Carrickfergus with grey exterior and outdoor seating area with hedge surround
LocationCarrickfergus

Ollie's Bistro in Carrickfergus offers a family-run coffee shop experience with all-day breakfast…

McKendry's Lounge & Bar
LocationBallymena

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

Perfect View Bistro @ Larne Golf Club
LocationIslandmagee

Perfect View Bistro at Larne Golf Club in Islandmagee offers delicious, family-friendly meals with…

Teal Green exterior of Chekkers Wine Bar with red doors
LocationLarne

Experience the perfect blend of warmth, flavour, and entertainment at Chekkers Wine Bar in Larne.…

@7 Bistro/café
LocationCarrickfergus

Discover @7 in The Courtyard, Carrickfergus: a cosy spot offering all-day breakfast, delicious…

Matties Meeting House
LocationCairncastle

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

Exterior stone walls and glass doors / windows to Blend & Brew in Portglenone
LocationPortglenone

A modern and quirky coffee shop situated in Portglenone serving breakfast, brunch, brews & bakes…

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Coastal watercolour
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Coastal Watercolour Workshop

Foraging Walk Cranny Falls Carnlough
LocationCarnlough

Foraging Walk Cranny Falls

Our Spectrum Story
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Our Spectrum Story

The New Indians Showband live in concert
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

The New Indians Showband live in concert

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…

Inclusive
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Inclusive All Ability Music and Sensory Session

Legends
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Legends By Lantern Light

Kumihimo board and paracord dog lead advert
LocationBallymena

Saturday 7th November 10.30am- 12.30pm £30 Join Julie at Midtown Makers to learn how to make your…

Super Sat JPEg
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Join us for a morning of creative fun for the under 5's. Celebrating the 300 year anniversary of…

The Gobbins Festive Craft Fair
LocationIslandmagee

Come along on Saturday 7th November for The Gobbins Craft Fair! Discover unique handmade items,…

Tea
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Tea Tales and Tunes

Watercolour Tech
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus
Old photograph of the area of Boneybefore in Carrickfergus
LocationCarrickfergus

Historical talk by Dr David Hume at Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Museum

Toddler and Preschool music
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Toddler and Preschool Music and Movement workshops

Knight
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus
Gulliver Film
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Gulliver's Travels Movie Matinee

How's Your Father? - Starring Conal Gallen
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

How's Your Father? - Starring Conal Gallen

People parading with star lanterns and wearing Santa hats in Ballymena town centre with Christmas lights switched on.
LocationBallymena

Head to Ballymena town centre on Saturday 14 November for festive fun, live music, giveaways, Santa…

picture of what you make - a snowglobe
LocationBallymena

Create two beautiful waterless snow globes using festive figures, glitter and winter scenes,…

Wreath Making Workshop
LocationCarrickfergus

Create your beautiful Christmas wreath using fresh seasonal greenery, festive decorations and a…

Colour Mixing
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus
Slemish Players Presents Bull by Mike Bartlett
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Slemish Players Presents Bull by Mike Bartlett

Ballymena Vis Art Exhibition 2026
LocationBroughshane

Ballymena Vis Art Annual Exhibition

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