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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

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          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…

          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…

          Christmas tree desert
          LocationBallymena

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

          Portglenone Marina
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Gary Pollock - Bucket List (Debut Solo Show)
          LocationBallymena

          Ballymena comedian Gary Pollock brings his debut solo show Bucket List to the Braid Arts Centre

          Townland Tours
          LocationBelfast

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

          welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
          LocationBallymena

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

          Ballymena Golf Club
          LocationBroughshane

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

          Roots Revealed
          LocationBallymena

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

          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,…

          Slemish Cycling Route
          LocationBallymena

          Scenic countryside circular route with stiff climbs.

          Exclusive NI Tours
          LocationBroughshane

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

          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…

          Houses by the square in Gracehill
          LocationGracehill

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

          Honeybees Playtown
          LocationBallymena

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

          Thermal Spa Village at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          A glass of Ulster Whiskey
          LocationGlenarm

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

          ⁠Rosegift Studios - Pottery Wheel Studio
          LocationPortglenone

          Rosegift Studios in Portglenone offers pottery wheel classes, paint-your-own pottery, and canvas…

          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…

          Ecos Trail Cycling Route
          LocationBroughshane Road , Ballymena

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

          Gail from The Pantry at Bramble Hill at Balmoral Show standing in front of a display stand with a branded apron and another demonstrator
          LocationGlarryford

          Gail at The Pantry @ Bramble Hill offers homely and traditional baking demonstrations either in in…

          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…

          Galgorm Castle Golf Club
          LocationBallymena

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

          The People’s Park
          LocationBallymena

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

          Places to eat & drink near Slemish

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          Eden Rooftop Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          Flax Coffee Co (Broughshane)
          LocationBroughshane

          FLAX Coffee Co in Raceview Mill, Broughshane offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, homemade treats,…

          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…

          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…

          The Fiddler's Rest Bar & Restaurant
          LocationPortglenone

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

          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 Clockhouse Restaurant @ Leighinmohr House Hotel
          LocationBallymena

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

          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 Blackstone Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          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…

          Image of Dining Area in Adair Arms Hotel
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          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…

          Fratelli at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Millside Restaurant Gracehill
          LocationGracehill

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

          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…

          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…

          Flax Coffee Co (Ballymena)
          LocationBallymena

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

          SHOT Licensed Cafe
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Toast
          LocationCullybackey

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

          Places to stay near Slemish

          More Highlights

          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…

          Accommodation Portglenone
          LocationBallymena

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

          Leighinmohr House Hotel
          LocationBallymena

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

          Larchfield
          LocationBallymena

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

          Broughshane Aire de Service at Houston’s Mill
          LocationBroughshane

          This is an authorised motorhome service point and overnight parking stop approved by Northern…

          Comfy Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Weavers Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Galgorm - Forest Dens
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Coach House
          LocationCullybackey
          Lisnafillan Lodge
          LocationBallymena

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

          Front View of Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Living Area
          LocationBallymena

          Looking for a stylish and convenient place to stay while exploring Northern Ireland's top…

          Cullybackey Flat
          LocationCullybackey

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

          Tullyglass Hotel and Residences
          LocationBallymena

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

          Portglenone Marina Motorhome Pitches
          LocationPortglenone

          Portglenone Marina offers a peaceful riverside retreat for motorhome travellers with six pitches,…

          Adair Arms Hotel
          LocationBallymena

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

          Crebilly Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Aerial photograph showing cluster of cottages including Oona's Cottage
          LocationBallymena

          Oona's cottage is a charming one bedroom cottage nestled in the beautiful countryside of County…

          Fir Tree Self Catering
          LocationBallymena

          Fully Furnished 2 -bedroom semi-detached accommodation

          Byrestown Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Sunbeam
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Railway Sleeper
          LocationCullybackey

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

          Laurel Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Meadow View
          LocationCullybackey

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

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