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  1. Group of people walking through garden at Arthur Cottage
    Arthur Cottage, Cullybackey, is the Ancestral Home of the 21st President of the USA Chester Alan Arthur.
    1. Houses by the square in Gracehill
      Gracehill, an 18th-century Moravian settlement near Ballymena, is Northern Ireland's first UNESCO Cultural World Heritage site. Visitors can explore its preserved Georgian architecture, historic sites, and book guided tours.
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    2. Slemish Market Garden, located at Ecos Nature Park, Ballymena prides itself on using traditional methods to grow seasonal fruit, vegetables and cottage garden plants onsite. Fresh produce plus transplants and potted plants are available for sale.
      1. Night time exterior of the Thatch Inn Bar & Restaurant - white building with thatched roof and lights on in the upper windows
        18th century thatched, family friendly bar and restaurant set in the award winning village of Broughshane with a great choice of menu and unique historic features.
        1. The Spa at Galgorm is a true haven of peace and tranquillity where every conceivable aspect of our guest’s journey has been taken into consideration when designing our spaces, treatments and packages.
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        2. Midtown Makers shop front from outside
          Midtown Makers Gift Shop, is one of Northern Ireland's foremost handmade craft and gift shops, located on Church Street in Ballymena with over 60 individual artists and craft makers selling their unique and often bespoke products.
          Things to see & do near Slemish

          Highlights

          Ballymena Walking Tour
          LocationBallymena

          Join Alastair Donaghy on a guided tour of Ballymena's history, from medieval origins to 1798…

          Broughshane Waterfowl Park
          LocationBroughshane

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

          Slemish Cycling Route
          LocationBallymena

          Scenic countryside circular route with stiff climbs.

          Group of people walking through garden at Arthur Cottage
          LocationCullybackey

          Arthur Cottage, Cullybackey, is the Ancestral Home of the 21st President of the USA Chester Alan…

          Christmas tree desert
          LocationBallymena

          Step into a winter wonderland of flavour, festivity, and community at The Secret Garden Café. Chef…

          Black metal Buttermilk Bridge Riverside Path sign with writing in yellow and image of a bridge with cow and milk maid crossing
          LocationBrougshane

          Broughshane is known as the "Garden Village of Ulster" thanks to its floral displays. Over 75,000…

          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…

          Sewing machine and patchwork quilt in progress at Midtown Makers workshop
          LocationBallymena

          At Midtown Makers Gift Shop, we offer a diverse range of craft workshops designed to inspire…

          Exterior of Galgorm Castle
          LocationBallymena

          Explore over 400 years of history at Galgorm Castle & Grounds in Ballymena with Glenburn Tours.…

          Miniville Play Sign featuring the words plus llustrated images of ice cream van, shop, church, house and castle.
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Discover Mini Ville, a magical play hub in Carrickfergus, where children explore themed buildings,…

          Raceview Karting
          LocationBallymena

          Raceview Karting offers an indoor karting experience like no other near Ballymena with…

          Portglenone Marina
          LocationPortglenone

          Portglenone Marina, 9 miles from Ballymena, offers 35 serviced berths, riverside views, top-class…

          Exclusive NI Tours
          LocationBroughshane

          We provide luxury XJ Jaguars and Range Rovers for bespoke tours throughout Northern Ireland or…

          Glass fronted entrance doors and brick exterior of IMC Cinema in Ballymena
          LocationBallymena
          Galgorm Castle Golf Club
          LocationBallymena

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

          Houses by the square in Gracehill
          LocationGracehill

          Gracehill, an 18th-century Moravian settlement near Ballymena, is Northern Ireland's first UNESCO…

          Townland Tours
          LocationBelfast

          See and experience all that Northern Ireland has to offer with a local Blue Badge Tour Guide from…

          Jenny Bristow Cookery School Experience
          LocationCullybackey

          Join Jenny for a unique cookery event at her home, nestled in the rolling green countryside outside…

          Ecos Trail Cycling Route
          LocationBroughshane Road , Ballymena

          A rural journey across the Antrim Plateau to the North Channel.

          A glass of Ulster Whiskey
          LocationGlenarm

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

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          LocationBallymena

          Join us at the Ballymena Craft Village in Wellington Court from Dec 3–8! Discover 7 festive huts…

          Red and Cream sign on building stating Broughshane Museum - Revolutionaries, Refugees, Royalty, Military Heroes and a Patron Saint.
          LocationBroughshane

          Housed on the top floor of Broughshane House, Broughshane House has thousands of items in its…

          Ballymena Parish Church
          LocationBallymena

          Self guided murder mystery trail from Whodunit Hunts on foot in Ballymena. See historic buildings,…

          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.…

          Places to eat & drink near Slemish

          More Highlights

          Castle Kitchen and Bar at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

          The distinct warmth, and ambience of Castle Kitchen + Bar make it a space for all occasions and…

          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…

          The Clockhouse Restaurant @ Leighinmohr House Hotel
          LocationBallymena

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

          Fratelli at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

          Fratelli Ristorante, Pizzeria & Bar oozes rustic Italian charm with a contemporary edge, welcoming…

          Rococo
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Follow Coffee Co
          LocationBallymena

          Freshly roasted locally produced speciality coffee and food in comfortable surroundings within the…

          McKendry's Lounge & Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          Middletown Coffee Co.
          LocationBallymena

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

          Red exterior of O'Connells Bar in Portglenone.
          LocationPortglenone

          O'Connell's Bar on Main Street, Portglenone, offers a warm Irish pub vibe with live sports, pool, a…

          The Conservatory at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

          A magnificent bespoke glass creation that perfectly frames the stunning setting of the cascading…

          Mary And Martha’s Vintage Tea Room
          LocationAhoghill

          Mary and Martha’s Vintage Tea Room in Ahoghill have a choice of great quality food, whether that’s…

          SHOT Licensed Cafe
          LocationBallymena

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

          Image of Dining Area in Adair Arms Hotel
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Nobel Café
          LocationBallymena

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

          Toast
          LocationCullybackey

          “Toast” stands for Totally Original And Seriously Tasty and is a delightful café in the heart of…

          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…

          The Smoking Monkey Cocktail & Sports Bar
          LocationBallymena

          Ballymena's newest cocktail and sports bar, The Smoking Monkey, is a space like no other in the…

          Flax Coffee Co (Ballymena)
          LocationBallymena

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

          Beer garden and outside eating area of Flax restaurant in Broughshane
          LocationBroughshane

          Indulge in FLAX Steakhouse at Raceview Mill, Broughshane, where culinary excellence meets relaxed…

          Grey exterior of Winnies 1975 with large window displays
          LocationBroughshane

          Winnies 1975 is a quaint café and gift shop set in the heart of Broughshane, which was crowned UK…

          Shop front of Morelli's @ Mandy's with black frames and purple signage.
          LocationBroughshane

          At Morelli's @ Mandy's in Broughshane, enjoy all-day frys, hearty meals, light bites, savoury…

          Daily Gin Tasting Experience at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Places to stay near Slemish

          More Highlights

          Laurel Cottage
          LocationBallymena

          2-bedroom country cottage situated in the peaceful countryside yet just 5 miles from the busy…

          Adair House
          LocationBallymena

          Adair House is situated in centre of Ballymena Town in a quiet residential area. House is neutrally…

          Pinegrove Lodge B&B Ballymena
          LocationBallymena

          A warm welcome awaits you at Pinegrove Lodge Guest Accommodation which is situated in a quiet…

          Knocknagreena Coachhouse
          LocationBallymena

          Knocknagreena Coach House is situated on the Broughshane Road in Ballymena, County Antrim. Our…

          Oranmore Guest House
          LocationBallymena

          Oranmore Guesthouse is located on the tree lined Galgorm Road with excellent parking and beautiful…

          Russellstown Cottage
          LocationBallymena

          Comfortably furnished semi detached rural cottage in peaceful and picturesque location. With…

          Ash Lodge
          LocationBallymena

          Ash Lodge is ideal whether you're visiting for a peaceful break in the surrounding countryside or…

          Larchfield
          LocationBallymena

          Traditional country farmhouse in a mature setting. Spacious accommodation set over 2 floors.…

          Leighinmohr House Hotel
          LocationBallymena

          A stylish boutique hotel, with Cocktail Bar, designer Bedrooms, award winning Restaurant, a…

          Adair Arms Hotel
          LocationBallymena

          The Adair Arms Hotel offers an extensive menu made up of a variety of dishes, using the best local…

          Cullybackey Flat
          LocationCullybackey

          Our bright, modern flat is centrally located in the historic village of Cullybackey, just half a…

          Galgorm Cottage
          LocationBallymena

          A stone built cottage with patio doors leading to a beautiful garden with 100 year old trees.…

          Copper bath located on the terrace outside Shepherd's Hut.
          LocationBallymena

          Nestled in Galgorm Wood with the cascading River Maine running alongside, Galgorm's Shepherds Huts…

          Meadow View
          LocationCullybackey

          Meadowview is an attractive modern bungalow with a lovely private garden in rural settings. The…

          Comfy Cottage
          LocationBallymena

          This comfy property is perfectly located for exploring NI by car, cycle or public transport. A few…

          Fir Tree Self Catering
          LocationBallymena

          Fully Furnished 2 -bedroom semi-detached accommodation

          Slemish View
          LocationBallymena

          Slemish View offers a spectacular countryside view in a peaceful rural setting. Discover true…

          Byrestown Cottage
          LocationBallymena

          Byrestown Cottage is located on a small farm, close to the village of Kells and the town of…

          Night time exterior of entrance to Ross Park Hotel in Kells with car parked outside
          LocationBallymena

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

          Private riverside hot tub in an autumnal setting at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

          Galgorm is one Ireland's premier Resorts, set in 450 acres of lush parkland near Northern Ireland’s…

          The River Bann Retreat
          LocationPortglenone

          The spacious waterside lodges are the perfect space to kick back and unwind from everyday life.…

          Galgorm - Forest Dens
          LocationBallymena

          Tucked away beyond the River Maine, the Forest Dens are peacefully positioned amongst Galgorm Wood,…

          Private outdoor hot tub at Charles Lanyon Lodge, Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

          Located on the ground of Galgorm, Charles Lanyon Lodge offers an exclusive, luxurious retreat.…

          Carncairn Self Catering – The West Wing
          LocationBallymena

          This spacious private wing is attached to a Georgian family home set in its own mature gardens and…

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