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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

            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…

            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…

            Portglenone Cycling Route
            LocationPortglenone

            Tranquil rural scenic village to village circular route.

            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…

            welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Portglenone Marina
            LocationPortglenone

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

            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…

            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…

            Jenny Bristow Cookery School Experience
            LocationCullybackey

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

            Ecos Trail Cycling Route
            LocationBroughshane Road , Ballymena

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

            Broughshane Waterfowl Park
            LocationBroughshane

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

            Ballymena Walking Tour
            LocationBallymena

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

            Gary Pollock - Bucket List (Debut Solo Show)
            LocationBallymena

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

            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,…

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

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

            Ballymena Parish Church
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            A glass of Ulster Whiskey
            LocationGlenarm

            Irish Whiskey is the fastest growing drinks market in the world, more and more people are…

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

            An art exhibition by Kolta Sylvia featuring landscapes and cityscapes.

            Slemish Cycling Route
            LocationBallymena

            Scenic countryside circular route with stiff climbs.

            Places to eat & drink near Slemish

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            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…

            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…

            Toast
            LocationCullybackey

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

            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…

            The Fiddler's Rest Bar & Restaurant
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Eden Rooftop Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            Castle Kitchen and Bar at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            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 Clockhouse Restaurant @ Leighinmohr House Hotel
            LocationBallymena

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

            Follow Coffee Co
            LocationBallymena

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

            Origin Nightclub
            LocationBallymena

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

            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

            Awarded an AA Rosette for culinary excellence, Gillies Restaurant offers an elevated style of…

            Gatto's Ristorante
            LocationBallymena

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

            Fullans Department Store & Coffee Lounge
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Flax Coffee Co (Broughshane)
            LocationBroughshane

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

            SHOT Licensed Cafe
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            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…

            McKendry's Lounge & Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Places to stay near Slemish

            More Highlights

            Lisnafillan Lodge
            LocationBallymena

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

            Laurel Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Gracehill Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Galgorm - Log Cabins
            LocationBallymena

            Beautiful log cabins situated on Galgorm's 550 acre estate. Each cabin sleeps from 5 up to 8 guests…

            Exterior of Linen Merchants Residence at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

            Linen Merchants Residence offers comfort, privacy and luxury for up to 10 guests in this striking…

            The Coach House
            LocationCullybackey
            Comfy Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            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…

            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…

            Leighinmohr House Hotel
            LocationBallymena

            A stylish boutique hotel, with Cocktail Bar, designer Bedrooms, award winning Restaurant, a…

            Living Area
            LocationBallymena

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

            Adair House
            LocationBallymena

            Adair House is situated in centre of Ballymena Town in a quiet residential area. House is neutrally…

            The Howe
            LocationBallymena

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

            6 Mount Pleasant
            LocationBallymena

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

            Oranmore Guest House
            LocationBallymena

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

            Byrestown Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Colestone Cabins - The Stag
            LocationBallymena

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

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