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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

          Jenny Bristow Cookery School Experience
          LocationCullybackey

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

          Ballymena Golf Club
          LocationBroughshane

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

          Broughshane Waterfowl Park
          LocationBroughshane

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

          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…

          ⁠Rosegift Studios - Pottery Wheel Studio
          LocationPortglenone

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

          River Bann Tours
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Santa's in Town @ Fairhill Shopping Centre
          LocationBallymena

          Santa's in Town at the Fairhill Shopping Centre, Ballymena!

          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…

          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…

          Portglenone Cycling Route
          LocationPortglenone

          Tranquil rural scenic village to village circular route.

          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,…

          Ballymena Parish Church
          LocationBallymena

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

          The People’s Park
          LocationBallymena

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

          White concrete exterior of Ballymena Central Library
          LocationBallymena

          Explore County Antrim's rich history at Ballymena Central Library’s Heritage Collection with maps,…

          Portglenone Marina
          LocationPortglenone

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

          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.…

          Honeybees Playtown
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Gary Pollock - Bucket List (Debut Solo Show)
          LocationBallymena

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

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

          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…

          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…

          Places to eat & drink near Slemish

          More Highlights

          SHOT Licensed Cafe
          LocationBallymena

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

          Fullans Department Store & Coffee Lounge
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Eden Rooftop Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Gillies Restaurant at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Follow Coffee Co
          LocationBallymena

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

          Rosegift Studios - Pottery Painting Coffee Shop
          LocationPortglenone

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

          The Fiddler's Rest Bar & Restaurant
          LocationPortglenone

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

          The Conservatory at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          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 Grouse Restaurant & Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          Nobel Café
          LocationBallymena

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

          McKendry's Lounge & Bar
          LocationBallymena

          Located in the heart of Galgorm, McKendry’s Lounge & Bar offers the warm ambience and atmosphere of…

          Flax Coffee Co (Broughshane)
          LocationBroughshane

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

          Millside Restaurant Gracehill
          LocationGracehill

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

          Tullyglass Hotel Dining Experience
          LocationBallymena

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

          Image of Dining Area in Adair Arms Hotel
          LocationBallymena

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

          Middletown Coffee Co.
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Front Page Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          Castle Kitchen and Bar at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Origin Nightclub
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Places to stay near Slemish

          More Highlights

          Byrestown Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          6 Mount Pleasant
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          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…

          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…

          Slemish View
          LocationBallymena

          Slemish View offers a spectacular countryside view in a peaceful rural setting. Discover true…

          Pinegrove Lodge B&B Ballymena
          LocationBallymena

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

          Living Area
          LocationBallymena

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

          Accommodation Portglenone
          LocationBallymena

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

          Sunbeam
          LocationBallymena

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

          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,…

          Tullyglass Hotel and Residences
          LocationBallymena

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

          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 - The Oaks Residence
          LocationBallymena

          As you arrive at the iconic entrance to Galgorm Resort, you’re met by our hidden gem, The Oaks…

          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…

          Cullybackey Flat
          LocationCullybackey

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

          Larchfield
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Coach House
          LocationCullybackey
          Ash Lodge
          LocationBallymena

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

          Laurel Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Galgorm - Log Cabins
          LocationBallymena

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

          Crebilly Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

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