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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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          LocationBallymena

          Join us at the Ballymena Craft Village in Wellington Court from Dec 3–8! Discover 7 festive huts…

          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…

          welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
          LocationBallymena

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

          The People’s Park
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          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…

          Roots Revealed
          LocationBallymena

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

          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 Walking Tour
          LocationBallymena

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

          Galgorm Castle Golf Club
          LocationBallymena

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

          Ballymena Parish Church
          LocationBallymena

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

          River Bann Tours
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Ecos Trail Cycling Route
          LocationBroughshane Road , Ballymena

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

          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…

          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…

          Ecos Nature Park
          LocationBallymena

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

          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,…

          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…

          Portglenone Cycling Route
          LocationPortglenone

          Tranquil rural scenic village to village circular route.

          Ballymena Golf Club
          LocationBroughshane

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

          Raceview Karting
          LocationBallymena

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

          Broughshane Waterfowl Park
          LocationBroughshane

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

          Christmas tree desert
          LocationBallymena

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

          Places to eat & drink near Slemish

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          Flax Coffee Co (Ballymena)
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          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…

          Origin Nightclub
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Millside Restaurant Gracehill
          LocationGracehill

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

          The Front Page Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Fiddler's Rest Bar & Restaurant
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Follow Coffee Co
          LocationBallymena

          Freshly roasted locally produced speciality coffee and food in comfortable surroundings within the…

          The Conservatory at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          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,…

          Gillies Restaurant at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Toast
          LocationCullybackey

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

          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…

          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.…

          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…

          Fullans Department Store & Coffee Lounge
          LocationPortglenone

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

          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…

          Eden Rooftop Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Blackstone Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          Places to stay near Slemish

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          Living Area
          LocationBallymena

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

          Meadow View
          LocationCullybackey

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

          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…

          The Dreen
          LocationCullybackey
          Leighinmohr House Hotel
          LocationBallymena

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

          Tullyglass Hotel and Residences
          LocationBallymena

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

          Sunbeam
          LocationBallymena

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

          Ballyconnelly Cottages
          LocationCullybackey

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

          Burndavis Lodge
          LocationBallymena

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

          Knocknagreena Coachhouse
          LocationBallymena

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

          Private riverside hot tub in an autumnal setting at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Broughshane Aire de Service at Houston’s Mill
          LocationBroughshane

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

          The Howe
          LocationBallymena

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

          Front View of Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Exterior of Linen Merchants Residence at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Quarrytown Lodge
          LocationBallymena

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

          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,…

          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…

          Byrestown Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Night time exterior of entrance to Ross Park Hotel in Kells with car parked outside
          LocationBallymena

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

          Crebilly Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          6 Mount Pleasant
          LocationBallymena

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

          Weavers Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

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