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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 60 individual artists and craft makers selling their unique and often bespoke products.
            Things to see & do near Slemish

            Highlights

            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…

            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…

            Raceview Karting
            LocationBallymena

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

            River Bann Tours
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Galgorm Castle Golf Club
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Slemish Cycling Route
            LocationBallymena

            Scenic countryside circular route with stiff climbs.

            Ecos Trail Cycling Route
            LocationBroughshane Road , Ballymena

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

            Ballymena Walking Tour
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Roots Revealed
            LocationBallymena

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

            Jenny Bristow Cookery School Experience
            LocationCullybackey

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

            Exclusive NI Tours
            LocationBroughshane

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

            welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
            LocationBallymena

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

            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,…

            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…

            Ecos Nature Park
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Gary Pollock - Bucket List (Debut Solo Show)
            LocationBallymena

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

            The People’s Park
            LocationBallymena

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

            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 Parish Church
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            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…

            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…

            Rosegift Studios - Pottery Painting Coffee Shop
            LocationPortglenone

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

            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…

            McKendry's Lounge & Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Nobel Café
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Eden Rooftop Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            Millside Restaurant Gracehill
            LocationGracehill

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

            Image of Dining Area in Adair Arms Hotel
            LocationBallymena

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

            Tullyglass Hotel Dining Experience
            LocationBallymena

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

            Daily Gin Tasting Experience at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Blackstone Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Grouse Restaurant & Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Rococo
            LocationBallymena

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

            Origin Nightclub
            LocationBallymena

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

            Gillies Restaurant at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Follow Coffee Co
            LocationBallymena

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

            Flax Coffee Co (Ballymena)
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Flax Coffee Co (Broughshane)
            LocationBroughshane

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

            Places to stay near Slemish

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            Portglenone Marina Motorhome Pitches
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Oranmore Guest House
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Laurel Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            Gracehill Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Coach House
            LocationCullybackey
            Fir Tree Self Catering
            LocationBallymena

            Fully Furnished 2 -bedroom semi-detached accommodation

            Cullybackey Railway Station
            LocationCullybackey

            The Railway Sleeper is located in the unique setting of Cullybackey Railway Station, which is…

            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…

            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…

            Colestone Cabins - The Stag
            LocationBallymena

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

            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.…

            Quarrytown Lodge
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Comfy Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            Lisnafillan Lodge
            LocationBallymena

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

            Galgorm - Red Oaks
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Dreen
            LocationCullybackey
            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…

            Larchfield
            LocationBallymena

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

            6 Mount Pleasant
            LocationBallymena

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

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