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  1. Arthur Cottage, Cullybackey, is the Ancestral Home of the 21st President of the USA Chester Alan Arthur.
    1. Discover Northern Ireland's first Conservation area, Gracehill, an award winning Georgian village near Ballymena with its own dedicated museum and fascinating Moravian settlement.
      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. The enchanting outdoor fairy trail is the newest & most popular family attraction to come to the Ballymena/Galgorm area.
          1. 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.
              Things to see & do near Slemish

              Highlights

              Galgorm Castle Golf Club
              LocationBallymena

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

              Thermal Spa Village at Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

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

              Buttermilk Bridge Walking Route
              LocationBrougshane

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

              Ecos Centre Nature Park
              LocationBallymena

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

              Roots Revealed
              LocationBallymena

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

              Townland Tours
              LocationBelfast

              Vegan Table Tour is a combination of vegan food and drink, with a tour of Belfast City Centre.…

              Galgorm Castle Fairy Trail
              LocationBallymena

              The enchanting outdoor fairy trail is the newest & most popular family attraction to come to the…

              Ballymena Golf Club
              LocationBallymena

              Founded in 1903 and located on the fringes of the ‘Britain in Bloom’ award winning village of…

              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…

              The People’s Park
              LocationBallymena

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

              ISPS 2019
              LocationBallymena

              The US$3 million ISPS HANDA World Invitational presented by AVIV Clinics is one of the most…

              Jenny Bristow Cookery School Experience
              LocationCullybackey

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

              Broughshane Waterfowl Park
              LocationBroughshane

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

              Gracehill Moravian Village
              LocationGracehill

              Discover Northern Ireland's first Conservation area, Gracehill, an award winning Georgian village…

              Exclusive NI Tours
              LocationBroughshane

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

              A glass of Ulster Whiskey
              LocationGlenarm

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

              Arthur Cottage and Interpretative Centre
              LocationCullybackey

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

              Midtown Makers Studio Craft Workshops
              LocationBallymena

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

              Places to eat & drink near Slemish

              More Highlights

              Castle Kitchen + Bar at Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

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

              Gillies Grill at Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

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

              Rococo
              LocationBallymena

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

              Chocoa Couture Chocolate House and Bistro
              LocationBallymena

              Northern Ireland's first premium chocolate and dessert boutique bistro, located in Ballymena…

              Image of Dining Area in Adair Arms Hotel
              LocationBallymena

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

              Toast
              LocationCullybackey

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

              Middletown Coffee Co.
              LocationBallymena

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

              A birds-eye view of the table setting at an al fresco Slemish Supper Club dining experience
              LocationBallymena

              Join award-winning chef Rob Curley for a once-per-month fine-dining extravaganza as he guides you…

              Origin Nightclub
              LocationBallymena

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

              The Thatch Inn Bar & Restaurant
              LocationBroughshane

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

              Nobel Café
              LocationBallymena

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

              Tullyglass Hotel Dining Experience
              LocationBallymena

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

              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…

              The Front Page Bar
              LocationBallymena

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

              The Blackstone Bar
              LocationBallymena

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

              Millside Restaurant Gracehill
              LocationGracehill

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

              Follow Coffee Co
              LocationBallymena

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

              The River Room & Conservatory at Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

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

              The Countryman Bar & Restaurant
              LocationBallymena

              This country bar and restaurant has a reputation for great food, friendly service and a charming…

              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…

              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…

              The Grouse Restaurant & Bar
              LocationBallymena

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

              Galgorm Gin Tasting Experience
              LocationBallymena

              Unique gin tasting experience at Galgorm Resort, near Ballymena as they showcase hand selected gins…

              Places to stay near Slemish

              More Highlights

              Broughshane Aire de Service at Houston’s Mill
              LocationBroughshane

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

              Byrestown Cottage
              LocationBallymena

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

              Galgorm - Log Cabins
              LocationBallymena

              Beautiful log cabins situated on Galgorm's 163 acre estate. Each cabin sleeps from 5 up to 8 guests…

              Exterior of Linen Merchants Residence at Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

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

              Ash Lodge
              LocationBallymena

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

              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 newly decorated with rear garden and parking available.

              The Howe
              LocationBallymena

              B&B house situated on a small farm in a peaceful scenic setting with views of Slemish mountain and…

              Quarrytown Lodge
              LocationBallymena

              Situated in a rural area, on an elevated site with panoramic views of the countryside. It has a…

              The Wee Stop Gap
              LocationBallymena
              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…

              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 - Red Oaks
              LocationBallymena

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

              Knocknagreena Coachhouse
              LocationBallymena

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

              Front View of Cottage
              LocationBallymena

              Located in the peaceful countryside just outside the award winning village of Broughshane. The…

              Oranmore Guest House
              LocationBallymena

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

              Midden Manor
              LocationBallymena
              Vitality Pool at Galgorm
              LocationBallymena

              Galgorm is one Ireland's premier Resorts, set in 163 acres of lush parkland near Northern Ireland’s…

              Private suite with kitchenette
              LocationBallymena

              A warm welcome awaits you at Pinegrove Lodge B&B which is situated in a quiet residential area a…

              Tullyglass Hotel and Residences
              LocationBallymena

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

              The Cullybackey Cottage
              LocationBallymena
              Cullybackey Flat
              LocationCullybackey

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

              Meadow View
              LocationCullybackey

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

              Galgorm - Cottage Suites.
              LocationBallymena

              Designed with everything you need for a comfy stay, a collection of Cottage Suites are located on…

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