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

            Highlights

            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…

            Ballymena Golf Club
            LocationBroughshane

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

            Thermal Spa Village at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            landscape showing brightly coloured river and trees
            Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

            An art exhibition by Kolta Sylvia featuring landscapes and cityscapes.

            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…

            Playful Museums
            LocationBallymena

            Playful Museums: Storytelling – The Tale of the Castle Cat and Golden Dragon.

            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…

            Ballymena Parish Church
            LocationBallymena

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

            Portglenone Cycling Route
            LocationPortglenone

            Tranquil rural scenic village to village circular route.

            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…

            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…

            White concrete exterior of Ballymena Central Library
            LocationBallymena

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

            Raceview Karting
            LocationBallymena

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

            Galgorm Castle Golf Club
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Ecos Trail Cycling Route
            LocationBroughshane Road , Ballymena

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

            Exterior of Galgorm Castle
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            River Bann Tours
            LocationPortglenone

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

            The People’s Park
            LocationBallymena

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

            Roots Revealed
            LocationBallymena

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

            Places to eat & drink near Slemish

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            Gillies Restaurant at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            Origin Nightclub
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Fullans Department Store & Coffee Lounge
            LocationPortglenone

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

            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 Grouse Restaurant & Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            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…

            Image of Dining Area in Adair Arms Hotel
            LocationBallymena

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

            Shop front of Morelli's @ Mandy's with black frames and purple signage.
            LocationBroughshane

            At Morelli's @ Mandy's in Broughshane, enjoy all-day frys, hearty meals, light bites, savoury…

            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…

            SHOT Licensed Cafe
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Blackstone Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Rococo
            LocationBallymena

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

            McKendry's Lounge & Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            Follow Coffee Co
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            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…

            Flax Coffee Co (Ballymena)
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Places to stay near Slemish

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            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,…

            Ash lodge building
            LocationBallymena

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

            Tullyglass Hotel and Residences
            LocationBallymena

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

            Living Area
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Oranmore Guest House
            LocationBallymena

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

            Front View of Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            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.…

            Knocknagreena Coachhouse
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Cabin
            LocationBallymena

            Located mid-way between Belfast & The Causeway Coast, The Cabin is a cosy secluded retreat for…

            Fir Tree Self Catering
            LocationBallymena

            Fully Furnished 2 -bedroom semi-detached accommodation

            6 Mount Pleasant
            LocationBallymena

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

            A couple perched on the edge of a hot tub elevated above the Forest floor. Views behind them of the River Maine.
            LocationBallymena

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

            The River Bann Retreat
            LocationPortglenone

            The spacious waterside lodges are the perfect space to kick back and unwind from everyday life.…

            Crebilly Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Howe
            LocationBallymena

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

            Slemish View
            LocationBallymena

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

            Galgorm - Red Oaks
            LocationBallymena

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

            Galgorm - Forest Dens
            LocationBallymena

            Tucked away beyond the River Maine, the Forest Dens are peacefully positioned amongst Galgorm Wood,…

            Cullybackey Railway Station
            LocationCullybackey

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

            Russellstown Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            Cullybackey Flat
            LocationCullybackey

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

            Byrestown Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

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