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  1. Group of people walking through garden at Arthur Cottage
    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. 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

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            Ballymena Walking Tour
            LocationBallymena

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

            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,…

            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.…

            Ecos Nature Park
            LocationBallymena

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

            Playful Museums
            LocationBallymena

            Playful Museums: Storytelling – The Tale of the Castle Cat and Golden Dragon.

            landscape showing brightly coloured river and trees
            Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

            An art exhibition by Kolta Sylvia featuring landscapes and cityscapes.

            Alastair Donaghy leading a Ballymena Walking Tour with tour participants standing in a graveyard
            LocationBallymena

            Alastair Donaghy, Ballymena native and history enthusiast, offers bespoke walking tours and talks…

            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…

            Portglenone Marina
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Thermal Spa Village at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            Exterior of Galgorm Castle
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Ballymena Parish Church
            LocationBallymena

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

            Honeybees Playtown
            LocationBallymena

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

            River Bann Tours
            LocationPortglenone

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

            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…

            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…

            Gary Pollock - Bucket List (Debut Solo Show)
            LocationBallymena

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

            Ballymena Golf Club
            LocationBroughshane

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

            welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
            LocationBallymena

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

            Roots Revealed
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            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.

            Places to eat & drink near Slemish

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            The Clockhouse Restaurant @ Leighinmohr House Hotel
            LocationBallymena

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

            Exterior of Brew Coffee Shop with seating area and herald trumpeters
            LocationBroughshane

            Welcome to BREW in Broughshane, where sustainabiy sourced coffee, premium teas, and homemade…

            SHOT Licensed Cafe
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Millside Restaurant Gracehill
            LocationGracehill

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

            Rococo
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            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…

            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…

            The Conservatory at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Toast
            LocationCullybackey

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

            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 Smoking Monkey Cocktail & Sports Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            Middletown Coffee Co.
            LocationBallymena

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

            Fratelli at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            Gatto's Ristorante
            LocationBallymena

            Gatto’s is a family run business in Ballymena town centre, inspired by their Italian family…

            The Fiddler's Rest Bar & Restaurant
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Origin Nightclub
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Front Page Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            Flax Coffee Co (Ballymena)
            LocationBallymena

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

            Eden Rooftop Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            Daily Gin Tasting Experience at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Places to stay near Slemish

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            Russellstown Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            Pinegrove Lodge B&B Ballymena
            LocationBallymena

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

            Gracehill Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            Exterior of Linen Merchants Residence at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            Accommodation Portglenone
            LocationBallymena

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

            Tullyglass Hotel and Residences
            LocationBallymena

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

            Cullybackey Flat
            LocationCullybackey

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

            6 Mount Pleasant
            LocationBallymena

            A home away from home, Located 4 minutes drive from Portglenone Village, convenient to airports,…

            Fir Tree Self Catering
            LocationBallymena

            Fully Furnished 2 -bedroom semi-detached accommodation

            Adair House
            LocationBallymena

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

            Leighinmohr House Hotel
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Broughshane Aire de Service at Houston’s Mill
            LocationBroughshane

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

            Portglenone Marina Motorhome Pitches
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Weavers Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            A couple perched on the edge of a hot tub elevated above the Forest floor. Views behind them of the River Maine.
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Dreen
            LocationCullybackey
            Comfy Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            Colestone Cabins - The Stag
            LocationBallymena

            The Stag boasts a fabulous outdoor area which includes unlimited use of your private exclusive 6…

            Front View of Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            Galgorm - Log Cabins
            LocationBallymena

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

            pool table room
            LocationBallymena

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

            Galgorm - Forest Dens
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Coach House
            LocationCullybackey
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