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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.
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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

          Highlights

          Glass fronted entrance doors and brick exterior of IMC Cinema in Ballymena
          LocationBallymena
          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…

          The People’s Park
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          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 Walking Tour
          LocationBallymena

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

          Raceview Karting
          LocationBallymena

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

          Thermal Spa Village at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Slemish Cycling Route
          LocationBallymena

          Scenic countryside circular route with stiff climbs.

          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…

          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

          President Arthur Homestead, Cullybackey, is the Ancestral Home of the 21st President of the USA…

          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,…

          welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
          LocationBallymena

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

          Portglenone Marina
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Ecos Nature Park
          LocationBallymena

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

          Honeybees Playtown
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Exclusive NI Tours
          LocationBroughshane

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

          River Bann Tours
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Exterior of Galgorm Castle
          LocationBallymena

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

          Portglenone Cycling Route
          LocationPortglenone

          Tranquil rural scenic village to village circular route.

          ⁠Rosegift Studios - Pottery Wheel Studio
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Places to eat & drink near Slemish

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          Millside Restaurant Gracehill
          LocationGracehill

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

          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…

          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…

          Castle Kitchen and Bar at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Daily Gin Tasting Experience at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Fratelli at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Flax Coffee Co (Broughshane)
          LocationBroughshane

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

          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…

          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…

          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…

          Eden Rooftop Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          Rosegift Studios - Pottery Painting Coffee Shop
          LocationPortglenone

          Rosegift Studios Coffee Shop in Main Street, Portglenone offers a unique blend of coffee,…

          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…

          Middletown Coffee Co.
          LocationBallymena

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

          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 Blackstone Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          Gillies Restaurant at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Tullyglass Hotel Dining Experience
          LocationBallymena

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

          Rococo
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Grouse Restaurant & Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          Fullans Department Store & Coffee Lounge
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Places to stay near Slemish

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          Galgorm - Red Oaks
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Dreen
          LocationCullybackey
          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…

          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…

          Broughshane Aire de Service at Houston’s Mill
          LocationBroughshane

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

          Copper bath located on the terrace outside Shepherd's Hut.
          LocationBallymena

          Nestled in Galgorm Wood with the cascading River Maine running alongside, Galgorm's Shepherds Huts…

          Burndavis Lodge
          LocationBallymena

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

          Lisnafillan Lodge
          LocationBallymena

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

          Tullyglass Hotel and Residences
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Ballyconnelly Cottages
          LocationCullybackey

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

          Private outdoor hot tub at Charles Lanyon Lodge, Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

          Located on the ground of Galgorm, Charles Lanyon Lodge offers an exclusive, luxurious retreat.…

          Russellstown Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Fir Tree Self Catering
          LocationBallymena

          Fully Furnished 2 -bedroom semi-detached accommodation

          Quarrytown Lodge
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Railway Sleeper
          LocationCullybackey

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

          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…

          Knocknagreena Coachhouse
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Coach House
          LocationCullybackey
          Living Area
          LocationBallymena

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

          Galgorm - Log Cabins
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

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