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  1. 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. 2 guests in outdoor wooden hot tub and barrel‑shaped sauna set among tall trees at sunset, with steam rising from the warm water.
            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

            Honeybees Playtown
            LocationBallymena

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

            Ballymena Turns 400 ... And We're Going Super
            LocationBallymena

            This year our much-loved town celebrates an incredible milestone as Ballymena turns 400, and we're…

            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…

            Outside of St Patrick's Church of Ireland
            LocationBallymena

            Visit St Patrick's Church of Ireland, Ballymena—one of the town's iconic "Seven Towers"—as part of…

            President Arthur Homestead EHOD 2026
            LocationCullybackey

            Experience the art of traditional life at Arthur Cottage, an authentic ancestral homestead where…

            Ballymena Golf Club
            LocationBroughshane

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

            ⁠Rosegift Studios - Pottery Wheel Studio
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Ballymena Parish Church
            LocationBallymena

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

            Portglenone Marina
            LocationPortglenone

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

            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…

            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…

            storybook cover showing a cat and dragon flying through the sky
            Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

            Storytelling -The tale of the Castle Cat and Golden Dragon

            2 guests in outdoor wooden hot tub and barrel‑shaped sauna set among tall trees at sunset, with steam rising from the warm water.
            LocationBallymena

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

            President Arthur Homestead
            LocationCullybackey

            President Arthur Homestead, Cullybackey, is the Ancestral Home of the 21st President of the USA…

            Jenny Bristow Cookery School Experience
            LocationCullybackey

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

            Gracehill Conservation Area EHOD 2026
            LocationGracehill

            Gracehill, Northern Ireland’s first Cultural World Heritage site and first Conservation Area, is…

            Paint
            Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

            Painting Workshop

            Galgorm Castle Golf Club
            LocationBallymena

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

            2025 NI Legends champion Markus Brier tees off.
            LocationBallymena

            The NI Legends returns to Galgorm Castle Golf Club for its second edition, continuing a strong…

            Gracehill Scarecrow Festival
            LocationBallymena

            Come along to the 6th Gracehill Scarecrow Festival, in the World Heritage Site of Gracehill.…

            Sam's Cottage EHOD 2026
            LocationCromkill

            Sam's Cottage is a Grade B+ listed thatched building within a clachan (a cluster) comprising…

            Exclusive NI Tours
            LocationBroughshane

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

            Heritage walking tour around Galgorm Resort with Glenburn Tours
            LocationBallymena

            Explore Galgorm’s linen‑rooted past with qualified guide George from Glenburn Tours, tracing its…

            Ecos Nature Park
            LocationBallymena

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

            Places to eat & drink near Slemish

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            Tullyglass Hotel Dining Experience
            LocationBallymena

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

            Gillies Restaurant at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            McKendry's Lounge & Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            Rococo
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Middletown Coffee Co.
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Clockhouse Restaurant @ Leighinmohr House Hotel
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Fiddler's Rest Bar & Restaurant
            LocationPortglenone

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

            Gatto's Ristorante
            LocationBallymena

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

            Cafe @ Creative Gardens Galgorm Castle
            LocationBallymena

            Creative Gardens Galgorm Café serves fresh, home‑cooked meals, alongside daily baked scones, cakes…

            Oldstone Coffee & Play
            LocationClough

            Oldstone Coffee and Play in Clough offers a cosy coffee shop serving local drinks and bakes,…

            Daily Gin Tasting Experience at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Carrie Restaurant
            LocationKells

            Discover The Carrie Restaurant in Kells, offering breakfast, lunch, evening meals and Sunday roasts…

            Crave Kitchen
            LocationBallymena

            Crave Kitchen, located above K&G McAtamney’s on Greenvale Street, offers hearty mains, all‑day…

            Rosegift Studios - Pottery Painting Coffee Shop
            LocationPortglenone

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

            The Grouse Restaurant & Bar
            LocationBallymena

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

            Follow Coffee Co
            LocationBallymena

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

            Juliano's
            LocationBallymena

            Juliano’s offers a warm, welcoming stop in Ballymena, with tempting desserts, generous hot…

            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…

            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…

            Fullans Department Store & Coffee Lounge
            LocationPortglenone

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

            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…

            Origin Nightclub
            LocationBallymena

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

            Cafe Crémé
            LocationBallymena

            Cafe based in the heart of Galgorm providing the finest coffees and top quality fresh food.

            Places to stay near Slemish

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            Cullybackey Flats
            LocationCullybackey

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

            Ash lodge building
            LocationBallymena

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

            6 Mount Pleasant
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Colestone Cabins - The Stag
            LocationBallymena

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

            The Cabin
            LocationBallymena

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

            Lisnafillan Lodge
            LocationBallymena

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

            Ballyconnelly Cottages
            LocationCullybackey

            We look forward to welcoming you to our peaceful family home. We are conveniently located 5 minutes…

            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…

            Pinegrove Lodge B&B Ballymena
            LocationBallymena

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

            Fir Tree Self Catering
            LocationBallymena

            Fully Furnished 2 -bedroom semi-detached accommodation

            The Howe
            LocationBallymena

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

            Galgorm - Log Cabins
            LocationBallymena

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

            Weavers Cottage
            LocationBallymena

            Weavers Cottage is set in a smallholding in the County Antrim countryside. A rural hideaway…

            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,…

            Burndavis Lodge
            LocationBallymena

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

            Exterior of Linen Merchants Residence at Galgorm
            LocationBallymena

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

            Oranmore Guest House
            LocationBallymena

            Oranmore Guesthouse is located on the tree lined Galgorm Road in Ballymena with excellent parking…

            Quarrytown Lodge
            LocationBallymena

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

            Front View of Cottage
            LocationBallymena

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

            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 550 acres of lush parkland near Northern Ireland’s…

            Galgorm - Forest Dens
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

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