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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.
      1. 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.
            1. Midtown Makers Studio and Shop, is one of Northern Ireland's foremost handmade craft and gift shops, located on Church Street in Ballymena with over 70 individual artists and craft makers selling their unique and often bespoke products.
              Things to see & do near Slemish

              Highlights

              Ecos Trail Cycling Route
              LocationBroughshane Road , Ballymena

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

              Honeybees Playtown
              LocationBallymena

              Honeybees Playtown in Ballymena offers an exciting indoor play experience for children 0-10,…

              Roots Revealed
              LocationBallymena

              Based in County Antrim, Roots Revealed specialises in ancestral research within the nine Counties…

              Mid-Antrim Museum and Arts Centre at The Braid
              LocationBallymena

              The Mid-Antrim Museum, offers a fascinating experience for all the family. The museum boasts two…

              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…

              Ballymena Parish Church
              LocationBallymena

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

              Portglenone Marina
              LocationPortglenone

              The Marina at Portglenone has proudly achieved European Blue Flag status, situated off the Gortgole…

              Thermal Spa Village at Galgorm
              LocationGalgorm, Ballymena

              The Spa at Galgorm is a true haven of peace and tranquillity where every conceivable aspect of our…

              The People’s Park
              LocationBallymena

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

              Ecos Nature Park
              LocationBallymena

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

              Glass fronted entrance doors and brick exterior of IMC Cinema in Ballymena
              LocationBallymena
              Raceview Karting
              LocationBallymena

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

              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…

              Portglenone Cycling Route
              LocationPortglenone

              Tranquil rural scenic village to village circular route.

              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…

              Exclusive NI Tours
              LocationBroughshane

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

              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,…

              White concrete exterior of Ballymena Central Library
              LocationBallymena

              Explore County Antrim's rich history at Ballymena Central Library’s Heritage Collection with maps,…

              Midtown Makers Studio Craft Workshops
              LocationBallymena

              Midtown Makers Studio and Shop, is one of Northern Ireland's foremost handmade craft and gift…

              River Bann Tours
              LocationPortglenone

              River Bann Tours offer boat trips on the Lower Bann based at Portglenone Marina. Tickets can be…

              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…

              David Hume standing in front of an audience outdoors presenting
              LocationBallycarry

              David Hume from Ballycarry is a seasoned Level 2 tour guide and historian specialising in…

              Slemish Cycling Route
              LocationBallymena

              Scenic countryside circular route with stiff climbs.

              Galgorm Castle Golf Club
              LocationBallymena

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

              Places to eat & drink near Slemish

              More Highlights

              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…

              Gillies Grill at Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

              Gillies Grill offers a casual style of dining with menus catering for a wide range of tastes,…

              Toast
              LocationCullybackey

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

              Fratelli at Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

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

              Nobel Café
              LocationBallymena

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

              Follow Coffee Co
              LocationBallymena

              Good quality coffee and food in comfortable surroundings within the heart of Ballymena.

              Millside Restaurant Gracehill
              LocationGracehill

              Millside Restaurant is an award winning family run business in the historic village of Gracehill,…

              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…

              The Clockhouse Restaurant @ Leighinmohr House Hotel
              LocationBallymena

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

              Castle Kitchen and Bar at Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

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

              The Blackstone Bar
              LocationBallymena

              The Blackstone Bar is located in Hill Street just off the main shopping area of Ballymena, boasts a…

              Origin Nightclub
              LocationBallymena

              This nightclub is the centrepiece of Ballymena’s weekend nightlife.

              M & M's at Ballymena Golf Club
              LocationBroughshane

              M&M's Restaurant at Ballymena Golf Club in Broughshane offers a diverse menu, function room for 150…

              Fullans Department Store & Coffee Lounge
              LocationPortglenone

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

              Rococo
              LocationBallymena

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

              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…

              Rosegift Studios - Pottery Painting Coffee Shop
              LocationPortglenone

              Rosegift Studios Coffee Shop in Main Street, Portglenone offers a unique blend of coffee,…

              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 Smoking Monkey Cocktail & Sports Bar
              LocationBallymena

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

              The Fiddlers Rest Bar & Restaurant
              LocationPortglenone

              The Fiddlers Rest in Portglenone offers authentic Irish hospitality with tasty meals, local brews,…

              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 Front Page Bar
              LocationBallymena

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

              The Conservatory at Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

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

              The Grouse Restaurant & Bar
              LocationBallymena

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

              Places to stay near Slemish

              More Highlights

              Front View of Cottage
              LocationBallymena

              Located in peaceful sheep farming countryside just outside the award winning village of Broughshane…

              Stone Flax Mill restored self catering - black stone building with water wheel at side of house
              LocationBallymena

              Escape to rural tranquility in Connor, County Antrim. Our Flax Mill, dating back to the 1700s,…

              Crebilly Cottage
              LocationBallymena

              Is there anything more quintessentially Irish than to gather around the table, to gulp mugs of…

              Private outdoor hot tub at Charles Lanyon Lodge, Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

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

              Weavers Cottage
              LocationBallymena

              Weavers Cottage is set in a smallholding in the County Antrim countryside. A rural hideaway…

              Exterior of Linen Merchants Residence at Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

              Linen Merchants Residence offers comfort, privacy and luxury for up to 10 guests in this striking…

              Sunbeam
              LocationBallymena

              Sunbeam Cottage, built in 1856 and once owned by the 1st Earl of Antrim, offers cosy accommodation…

              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…

              Byrestown Cottage
              LocationBallymena

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

              Russellstown Cottage
              LocationBallymena

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

              Adair Arms Hotel
              LocationBallymena

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

              The Railway Sleeper
              LocationCullybackey

              The Railway Sleeper is located in the unique setting of Cullybackey Railway Station.  Appoved by…

              Gracehill Cottage
              LocationBallymena

              Situated within the historic village of Gracehill and halfway between Belfast and the Causeway…

              Larchfield
              LocationBallymena

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

              Ballyconnelly Cottages
              LocationCullybackey

              We look forward to welcoming you to our peaceful family home. We are conveniently located 5 minutes…

              Ash Lodge
              LocationBallymena

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

              Accommodation Portglenone
              LocationBallymena

              Welcome to Firgrove, the perfect stay for you and your family sleeping up to 9 people. Make use of…

              Knocknagreena Coachhouse
              LocationBallymena

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

              The Cabin
              LocationBallymena

              Located mid-way between Belfast & The Causeway Coast, The Cabin is a cosy secluded retreat for…

              Laurel Cottage
              LocationBallymena

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

              Slemish View
              LocationBallymena

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

              Galgorm - The Oaks Residence
              LocationBallymena

              As you arrive at the iconic entrance to Galgorm Resort, you’re met by our hidden gem, The Oaks…

              Galgorm - Red Oaks
              LocationBallymena

              Secluded residence at Galgorm offering privacy and comfort for up to 12 guests. Located a stone's…

              The River Bann Retreat
              LocationPortglenone

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

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