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  1. President Arthur Homestead, 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. 2 guests in outdoor wooden hot tub and barrel‑shaped sauna set among tall trees at sunset, with steam rising from the warm water.
            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 50 individual artists and craft makers selling their unique products.
            Things to see & do near Slemish

            Highlights

            4 actors on outdoor stage performing.
            LocationBallymena

            Outdoor theatre returns to Ballymena this August! Illyria presents The Three Musketeers at…

            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.…

            Heritage walking tour around Galgorm Resort with Glenburn Tours
            LocationBallymena

            Explore Galgorm’s linen‑rooted past with qualified guide George from Glenburn Tours, tracing its…

            White concrete exterior of Ballymena Central Library
            LocationBallymena

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

            Heritage walking tour around Galgorm Resort with Glenburn Tours
            LocationBallymena

            Explore Galgorm’s linen‑rooted past with qualified guide George from Glenburn Tours, tracing its…

            welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
            LocationBallymena

            Join Alastair Donaghy’s immersive Ballymena walking tours—rich in history, storytelling, and local…

            Raceview Karting
            LocationBallymena

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

            Honeybees Playtown
            LocationBallymena

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

            Exclusive NI Tours
            LocationBroughshane

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

            Portglenone Cycling Route
            LocationPortglenone

            Tranquil rural scenic village to village circular route.

            Roots Revealed
            LocationBallymena

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

            Ecos Trail Cycling Route
            LocationBroughshane Road , Ballymena

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

            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…

            Icons of the 70s Show
            Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

            Icons of the 70s Show

            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…

            storybook cover showing a cat and dragon flying through the sky
            Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

            Storytelling -The tale of the Castle Cat and Golden Dragon

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

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

            Craft fish and fireworks
            Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena
            image of glass craft showing fish design
            Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena
            Portglenone Marina
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Jake O'Kane - Subtle As A Sledgehammer Tour
            LocationBallymena

            Jake O'Kane - Subtle As A Sledgehammer Tour

            Galgorm Castle Golf Club
            LocationBallymena

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

            St. Patrick's Church, Ballymena
            LocationBallymena

            Celebrate Ballymena’s 400th anniversary at a Civic Thanksgiving Service in St Patrick’s Church.

            Places to eat & drink near Slemish

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            Daily Gin Tasting Experience at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            The Conservatory at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Corner Bakery Coffee Shop
            LocationBallymena

            The Corner Bakery in Ballymena offers great coffee, fresh bakes, and flavour‑packed lunches in a…

            Cafe @ Creative Gardens Galgorm Castle
            LocationBallymena

            Creative Gardens Galgorm Café serves fresh, home‑cooked meals, alongside daily baked scones, cakes…

            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 Carrie Restaurant
            LocationKells

            Discover The Carrie Restaurant in Kells, offering breakfast, lunch, evening meals and Sunday roasts…

            The Grouse Restaurant & Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Image of Dining Area in Adair Arms Hotel
            LocationBallymena

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

            Crave Kitchen
            LocationBallymena

            Crave Kitchen, located above K&G McAtamney’s on Greenvale Street, offers hearty mains, all‑day…

            Tullyglass Hotel Dining Experience
            LocationBallymena

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

            Middletown Coffee Co.
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Ticket Bakehouse
            LocationCullybackey

            The Ticket Bakehouse is a cosy café in Cullybackey’s restored railway ticket office, offering fresh…

            The Pizza Parlour
            LocationBallymena

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

            Origin Nightclub
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Castle Kitchen and Bar at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            Eden Rooftop Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Fiddler's Rest Bar & Restaurant
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Flax Coffee Co (Ballymena)
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Nobel Café
            LocationBallymena

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

            Afternoon tea in the Ross Park Hotel served on silver stand with white crockery and tablecloth
            LocationKells

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

            Places to stay near Slemish

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            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…

            Tullyglass Hotel and Residences
            LocationBallymena

            The hotel is an imposing country residence dating from 1890 which has been sympathetically…

            The Dreen
            LocationCullybackey
            Gracehill Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            Slemish View
            LocationBallymena

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

            Cullybackey Railway Station
            LocationCullybackey

            The Railway Sleeper is located in the unique setting of Cullybackey Railway Station, which is…

            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,…

            The River Bann Retreat
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Ballyconnelly Cottages
            LocationCullybackey

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

            Crebilly Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            Fir Tree Self Catering
            LocationBallymena

            Fully Furnished 2 -bedroom semi-detached accommodation

            The Coach House
            LocationCullybackey
            Galgorm Riverside Cottage with outdoor hot tub overlooking the river
            LocationBallymena

            Settled alongside the babbling River Maine, the Riverside Cottage offers a blend of countryside…

            Galgorm - Log Cabins
            LocationBallymena

            Beautiful log cabins situated on Galgorm's 550 acre estate. Each cabin sleeps from 5 up to 8 guests…

            Russellstown Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Cabin
            LocationBallymena

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

            Galgorm Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            Ash lodge building
            LocationBallymena

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

            Lisnafillan Lodge
            LocationBallymena

            Early 1800's house in peaceful rural setting 3 miles from Ballymena town centre. Near Galgorm and…

            Knocknagreena Coachhouse
            LocationBallymena

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

            Burndavis Lodge
            LocationBallymena

            Burndavis Lodge is a short walk from Broughshane and Ballymena. Ballymena is a large town with a…

            Comfy Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            Laurel Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

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