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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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          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…

          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…

          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…

          Raceview Karting
          LocationBallymena

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

          Exterior of Galgorm Castle
          LocationBallymena

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

          Thermal Spa Village at Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Townland Tours
          LocationBelfast

          See and experience all that Northern Ireland has to offer with a local Blue Badge Tour Guide from…

          Galgorm Castle Golf Club
          LocationBallymena

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

          ⁠Rosegift Studios - Pottery Wheel Studio
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Floral Christmas Table Arrangement
          LocationBallymena

          Come and join Midtown Makers for a fun festive faux flower workshop, where you will create a…

          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…

          Exclusive NI Tours
          LocationBroughshane

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

          Slemish Cycling Route
          LocationBallymena

          Scenic countryside circular route with stiff climbs.

          Portglenone Marina
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Gary Pollock - Bucket List (Debut Solo Show)
          LocationBallymena

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

          People parading with star lanterns and wearing Santa hats in Ballymena town centre with Christmas lights switched on.
          LocationBallymena

          Head to Ballymena town centre on Saturday 15 November for festive fun, live music, giveaways, Santa…

          Ballymena Vis Art Exhibition poster
          LocationBroughshane

          Ballymena Vis Art’s annual exhibition and sale at Houston’s Mill features original artwork, prints,…

          Christmas tree desert
          LocationBallymena

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

          Ecos Nature Park
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          istockphoto.com
          LocationBallymena

          Messiah – Handel’s thrilling masterpiece comes alive at St Patricks Church in Ballymena with…

          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…

          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.…

          Places to eat & drink near Slemish

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          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…

          The Grouse Restaurant & Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Fiddler's Rest Bar & Restaurant
          LocationPortglenone

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

          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…

          The Front Page Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          Fullans Department Store & Coffee Lounge
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Image of Dining Area in Adair Arms Hotel
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Clockhouse Restaurant @ Leighinmohr House Hotel
          LocationBallymena

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

          Eden Rooftop Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          Gatto's Ristorante
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          The Blackstone Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          McKendry's Lounge & Bar
          LocationBallymena

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

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

          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…

          Flax Coffee Co (Ballymena)
          LocationBallymena

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

          Toast
          LocationCullybackey

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

          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…

          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…

          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…

          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…

          Places to stay near Slemish

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          The Howe
          LocationBallymena

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

          Byrestown Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Oranmore Guest House
          LocationBallymena

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

          Burndavis Lodge
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Galgorm - Red Oaks
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Portglenone Marina Motorhome Pitches
          LocationPortglenone

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

          Galgorm - The Oaks Residence
          LocationBallymena

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

          Cullybackey Flat
          LocationCullybackey

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

          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…

          Larchfield
          LocationBallymena

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

          Accommodation Portglenone
          LocationBallymena

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

          Front View of Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          Private outdoor hot tub at Charles Lanyon Lodge, Galgorm
          LocationBallymena

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

          Crebilly Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          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…

          Comfy Cottage
          LocationBallymena

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

          6 Mount Pleasant
          LocationBallymena

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

          Tullyglass Hotel and Residences
          LocationBallymena

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

          Galgorm - Log Cabins
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Railway Sleeper
          LocationCullybackey

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

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