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  1. A couple being shown how to make something at a forge with the lady having a go with the hammer on the anvil.
    Swifts Forge in Islandmagee offers a range of blacksmithing classes to create something special, with different courses running throughout the year. Christmas vouchers given priority in Feb-May
    1. Tranquil harbour and dramatic coastal walk
    2. Family of 3 children and 2 adults sitting eating and drinking tea around a wooden dining table in the railway musuem cafe
      Step into nostalgia at the Cups & Carriages Tea Room in Whitehead Railway Museum on the Causeway Coastal Route – a casual haven for all. Whether you're museum-hopping or seeking a chill spot with friends, our menu offers tasty delights, including light lunches, all day frys and sweet treats. Don't miss our epic Public Afternoon Tea or host a private vintage tea party.
      1. Aerial view of Blackhead Lighthouse and the Lightkeeper cottages
        Once the guardian of Belfast's glory days of shipping, Blackhead guided many great ships on their journey, none more than the famous Titanic. Perched on the edge of a cliff, Blackhead Cutter offers a wild, windswept retreat with a difference.
      Other things to do near Blackhead Coastal Path

      Highlights

      Photograph of Whitehead Centre with e-bikes display in a row.
      LocationWhitehead

      Whitehead Centre provides a tourism hub for information about what is going on locally and how to…

      Larne Golf Club
      LocationIslandmagee

      Located between the towns of Whitehead and Larne on the scenic Causeway Coastal Route, Islandmagee…

      The Giant of Drums experience with Bellahill Culture & Cuisine
      LocationBallycarry

      Let your heart beat to the sound of the Lambeg Drum as you become immersed in its large role within…

      Silver stacking rings
      LocationIslandmagee

      Gobbins Crafts Workshop in Islandmagee offers classes in jewellery making. Create a unique piece of…

      painting watercolour interior decor artist Irish art contemporary art workshops experience Ireland studio
      LocationIslandmagee

      Artist Audrey Kyle works from a converted barn called Gobbins Studio Économusée, nestled on top of…

      Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
      LocationWhitehead

      A short and delightful circular walk from the picturesque seaside town of Whitehead, around the…

      Skernaghan Point Walk
      LocationIslandmagee

      This is a path that goes over a variety of uneven terrain including a grassy field and a rocky…

      Islandmagee Cycling Route
      LocationIslandmagee

      Spectacular coastal scenery, rolling green hills. This cycle route can be challenging at points but…

      Tours of The Victorian House EHOD 2026
      LocationWhitehead

      Guided tours of the Victorian House which retains its original features while outlining  the…

      Open Day at Blackhead Lightkeepers' Houses EHOD 2026
      LocationWhitehead

      This is a chance to explore the coastal heritage of these beautifully restored houses, perched…

      Swifts Forge Blacksmithing Class
      LocationIslandmagee

      Swifts Forge in Islandmagee offers a range of blacksmithing classes to create something special,…

      A view of the tubular bridge with flowers on the rock face and the ocean beyond.
      LocationIslandmagee

      On the thrilling Gobbins Experience, nature isn’t content to just sit back and be admired. It…

      Angling @ North Woodburn Reservoir (Carrick Dams)
      LocationCarrickfergus

      Anglers must use the official entrances and on no account trespass on adjoining lands or park their…

      Whitehead Diamond Jubilee Wood Walk
      LocationWhitehead

      A delightful short walk through recently planted woodland

      Browns Bay Beach & Ferris Bay
      LocationIslandmagee

      Browns Bay is a charming rural beach nestled in a scenic sandy cove at the northern tip of…

      Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
      LocationWhitehead

      A short and delightful coastal path from the picturesque seaside town of Whitehead to Blackhead's…

      A family of four standing on the platform talking to the driver of a blue steam train
      LocationWhitehead

      Whitehead Railway Museum will take visitors on a journey through time - see the large stock fully…

      Whiteharbour Marina - old limestone harbour with boats
      LocationWhitehead

      Discover Whiteharbour, a historic limestone Harbour/Marina nestled on the outskirts of Whitehead…

      Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
      LocationIslandmagee

      Follow the winding road down to reach this hidden gem. With its picture-book perfect stone harbour…

      Victoriana Flower School
      LocationLarne

      Learn the art of flower arranging with exquisite florist Kim Davies at Victoriana Flower School,…

      Whitehead seafront houses
      LocationWhitehead

      A self guided murder mystery trail from Whodunit Hunts on foot in Whitehead. A self guided murder…

      Whitehead Golf Club
      LocationWhitehead

      The club boasts a challenging but fair 18 hole course coupled with excellent clubhouse facilities.…

      Blue and Grey Music and Mind Logo
      LocationWhitehead

      Experience the Music and Mind Festival in Whitehead, County Antrim, from August 28-30! Celebrate…

      Portmuck Walk
      LocationIslandmagee

      Tranquil harbour and dramatic coastal walk

      Other places to eat near Blackhead Coastal Path

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      The Marine Bar Whitehead
      LocationWhitehead

      A hidden cosy pub, located near the Whitehead promenade and train station on the Causeway Coastal…

      The Whitecliff Inn
      LocationWhitehead

      A popular pub and restaurant in the coastal town of Whitehead, offering a welcoming and friendly…

      Family of 3 children and 2 adults sitting eating and drinking tea around a wooden dining table in the railway musuem cafe
      LocationCastleview Road, Whitehead

      Step into nostalgia at the Cups & Carriages Tea Room in Whitehead Railway Museum on the Causeway…

      The Boat House Barista
      LocationWhitehead

      The Boat House Barista sits along Whitehead’s scenic Blackhead Path, offering coffee, teas, iced…

      The Stable Stop Browns Bay
      LocationIslandmagee

      A hidden gem on Browns Bay beach, The Stable Stop serves great coffee, tasty treats and stunning…

      Kings Road Coffee Shop
      LocationWhitehead

      Kings Road: Charming, historic café in Whitehead. Cosy atmosphere, dog-friendly with an outside…

      Building exterior of the red brick Bank House Cafe
      LocationWhitehead

      The Bank House café and gift shop is a lively, warm, inviting destination, specialising in good,…

      Whitehead Golf Club Restaurant
      LocationWhitehead

      Situated on Muldersleigh Hill, on the outskirts of Whitehead, Whitehead Golf Club restaurant offers…

      Exterior of Greedy Gannet
      LocationIslandmagee

      Set in the heart of Islandmagee and within the world class Gobbins Visitor Centre, The Greedy…

      Coastal Coffee
      LocationWhitehead

      Coastal Coffee is a friendly café based near the railway station in Whitehead and renowned for…

      Millar's Bar Ballycarry
      LocationBallycarry

      Established in 1754, Millar's Bar in Ballycarry offers traditional fare and refreshing drinks in an…

      Perfect View Bistro @ Larne Golf Club
      LocationIslandmagee

      Perfect View Bistro at Larne Golf Club in Islandmagee offers delicious, family-friendly meals with…

      Shores.Whitehead
      LocationWhitehead

      Shores offers a serene seaside setting on the Whitehead Promenade on the Causeway Coastal Route. …

      White cottage style exterior of Weavers Cafe in Ballycarry
      LocationBallycarry

      Weaver's Café in Ballycarry offers hearty meals, drinks, and treats in a warm, friendly atmosphere…

      Other places to stay near Blackheaf Coastal Path

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      Drumgart Cottage
      LocationCarrickfergus

      Situated on the grounds of Drumgart Farmhouse B&B, this newly built two bedroom cottage is within…

      Magherarmorne Estate gardens with house to the rear
      LocationLarne

      Magheramorne Estate is an exclusive private hire wedding venue nestled in a range of woodlands…

      Pleasant View
      LocationLarne

      Pleasant View is a beautiful modern holiday home situated on picturesque Islandmagee, near the…

      Brae Cottage
      LocationCarrickfergus

      Brae Cottage is a charming country retreat that overlooks Whitehead, Islandmagee and Belfast Lough…

      Kings Parlour
      LocationCarrickfergus

      With wonderful walks along the coast. We have everything you need to enjoy a relaxing break. Our…

      North Irish Lodge - Annie's Croft
      LocationLarne

      Escape to Annie's Croft at North Irish Lodge, a delightful retreat for up to 4 adults along…

      Altahammond Farm - Self Catering
      LocationWhitehead

      Located on the Causeway Coastal Route, occuping an elevated south-facing position, the…

      Outside view of the pink cottage with trellis porch
      LocationWhitehead

      The boutique upstairs suite of The Pink Cottage is tranquil and cosy with a traditional vintage…

      Leafield House
      LocationBallycarry

      Leafield house is situated in 23 acres of wooded hillside. Within walking distance to the train for…

      Blackhead Lightkeepers Houses - Unit 2
      LocationCarrickfergus

      Once the guardian of Belfast's glory days of shipping, Blackhead guided many great ships on their…

      White exterior of Sergeants House with old style blue police box as feature in garden
      LocationWhitehead

      The Sergeants House built in 1901 in a conservation area in Whitehead.

      Lilyscape at Whitehead
      LocationCarrickfergus

      Situated in pretty Whitehead our one bedroom apartment is the perfect base for your stay in…

      Gobbins Cliff
      LocationLarne

      Gobbins Cliff is a Bread & Breakfast (“Airbnb” style) located on the famous Antrim Coast, offering…

      Mollys House Whitehead Self Catering
      LocationCarrickfergus

      Having a weekend break or longer? Molly´s House is an ideal holiday home base in Whitehead. The…

      Lunasa
      LocationCarrickfergus

      Welcome to Lúnasa​ a charming beach front​ house ​nestled in the heart of the Whitehead…

      Whitehead Aire de Service (Bentra Golf Course)
      LocationWhitehead

      A motorhome service provision point exists in the car park within Bentra Golf Course, Whitehead.

      No1 The Terrace
      LocationCarrickfergus

      Beautifully transformed Victorian cottage in the heart of the coastal town of Whitehead. This…

      Temple-Effin Self Catering Holiday Cottage
      LocationWhitehead

      Temple-Effin Cottage is settled within a cobblestone courtyard with 3 other terraced cottages.…

      North Irish Lodge - Brennan's Barn
      LocationLarne

      Escape to Brennan's Barn at North Irish Lodge, a delightful retreat for up to 5 adults along…

      Loughside Farm self catering
      LocationCarrickfergus

      Situated only 1 mile from the exhilarating and dramatic Gobbins Cliff Path and at the Gateway to…

      Aerial view of Blackhead Lighthouse and the Lightkeeper cottages
      LocationCarrickfergus

      Once the guardian of Belfast's glory days of shipping, Blackhead guided many great ships on their…

      The Studios at Millar’s Bar
      LocationCarrickfergus

      The Studios are above our family run Bar in the sleepy, history steeped village of Ballycarry.…

      Image 1 - Birds eye of apartment and balcony attached to main house.
      LocationBallycarry

      Countryside Apartment at the gateway to the Antrim Coast - Extremely private and beautifully…

      Altahammond Farm - Bed & Breakfast
      LocationWhitehead

      Altahammond House, located on the Causeway Coastal Route, occupies an elevated, south-facing…

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