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  1. Rustic style bistro, butchers and farm shop set in the heart of the Gleno valley, within a few minutes walk of Gleno waterfall and an easy drive from Larne or Carrickfergus with a delicious menu and large range of local produce for sale.
    1. Interior of Lighthouse Yarns with lots of wool displays and people at the crafting table
      Located in delightful Whitehead, on the Causeway Coastal route, you'll find an emporium of woolly loveliness at Lighthouse Yarns with designer yarns, notions and inspirational patterns for every occasion, as well as textile supplies and crafts.
      1. Whiskey Flight
        At the Harbourview Hotel, step into a world where whiskey culture and Irish hospitality unite. Choose from an array of unique whiskey experiences tailored to your tastes. Join intimate fireside gatherings where you can share stories with master distillers and friendly locals, all while savouring drams from our curated collection.
      2. A family of four standing on the platform talking to the driver of a blue steam train
        Whitehead Railway Museum will take visitors on a journey through time - see the large stock fully restored heritage Irish railway steam and diesel locomotives, vintage carriages coupled with state of the art interactive touch displays.
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      3. Selection of bottles of wine on display
        Freshly baked buns, sourdough loaves and cakes are what you'll find at this delicious micro bakery in Whitehead. Why not sign up for one if their supper clubs and experience something delicious!
        1. Aerial view of Carnlough Harbour with shops and homes in the background and boats in the harbour
          Carnlough's sheltered historic harbour, with small fishing boats, is the focal point of this picturesque village, located on the Causeway Coastal Route. It's a well known Game of Thrones® film location, recognisable as the Free City of Braavos Canal.
          Things to see & do near Gleno Waterfall

          Highlights

          Whiteharbour Marina - old limestone harbour with boats
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Carrickfergus Marina
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Carrickfergus' world class 300 berth marina, with excellent private and public amenities,…

          Swifts Forge Leather Making Class
          LocationWhitehead

          Come along to Whitehead’s charming Victorian workshop for intimate leather-making and blacksmithing…

          Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
          LocationGlenarm

          Celebrate spring at Glenarm Castle’s Tulip Festival, 2 - 4 May 2026, with vibrant blooms, live…

          Straidkilly Nature Reserve
          LocationCarnlough

          Small and secluded Ulster Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve, located on an inland route between Glenarm…

          A group of visitors listening to the tour guide inside Andrew Jackson Cottage standing by the fire.
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Located less than a mile from Carrickfergus town centre, the Andrew Jackson Cottage is a…

          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…

          Carrickfergus Urban Farm & Garden Centre
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Carrickfergus Urban Farm and Garden Centre at Kilcreggan is a free popular attraction for local…

          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…

          Adrian Hack, tour guide with Lead the Way Tours standing beside the Churchill Tank in Carrickfergus
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Adrian Hack is a level 2 qualified tour guide, based in Carrickfergus who specialises in World War…

          Glenarm to Larne Walk
          LocationGlenarm

          Featuring expansive panoramas and challenging climbs, this route

          The Lighthouse Bakes Supper Club & Cookery School
          LocationWhitehead

          Lighthouse Bakes Supper Club and Cookery School in Whitehead offers unique experiences like supper…

          Glenarm to Ballynure incorporating Antrim Hills Way Hike
          LocationGlenarm

          Cutting a scenic route through the Antrim Coast and Glens Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

          Curiosity boat leaving historical Carnlough harbour
          LocationCarnlough

          Memorable, invigorating boat trip in this area of outstanding natural beauty. Passengers have the…

          Ginger pony facing into sunset with fields in front
          LocationIslandmagee

          Islandmagee Riding Centre is a BHS-approved, family-run equestrian centre offering lessons,…

          Skernaghan Point Walk
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Individual catching 3 fish with a fishing rod.
          LocationCarnlough

          Hop aboard the Amberjack and enjoy a 3 hour fishing trip out of Carnlough or Glenarm (subject to…

          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…

          Greenisland Golf Club
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Greenisland is a challenging 9 hole mature parkland golf course situated under the imposing…

          Bentra Golf Course
          LocationWhitehead

          A well-matured 9 hole course, Bentra is designed with the experienced golfer and novice in mind.…

          Silver stacking rings
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          A woman and child having a pretend sword fight in the room at the top of the castle keep with the sun beaming through the window behind.
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Get ready to step back in time at Carrickfergus Castle, an incredible Norman castle nestled in the…

          Swifts Forge Blacksmithing Class
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          The Heritage Hub at Carnlough Town Hall
          LocationCarnlough

          Learn all about the development of Carnlough through the centuries, including its unique industrial…

          Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

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          Exterior seating area of Harbour Lights Cafe in Carnlough
          LocationCarnlough

          Harbour Lights Cafe in Carnlough offers hearty breakfasts until noon and a diverse lunch menu…

          Exterior of Greedy Gannet
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Josh Macs restaurant exterior with sign, large windows and door entrance,
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Josh Mac’s in Carrickfergus boasts diverse menus featuring flame-grilled burgers, slow-roasted…

          Whitehead Golf Club Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          The Gardener's Rest Cafe @ Hillmount Carrick
          LocationCarrickfergus

          The Gardener’s Rest Café at Hillmount Carrick offers tasty light bites, hot drinks, and a relaxing,…

          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,…

          Glenarm Castle Tea Room
          LocationGlenarm

          Step into the heart of Glenarm Castle's estate and discover our cosy Tea Room, nestled in the…

          Dining at The Harbourview Hotel
          LocationCarnlough

          The Harbourview Hotel invites you to experience an area of outstanding natural beauty, nestled by…

          Front view of Brewers Fayre building in Carrickfergus with conservatory
          LocationCarrickfergus

          The Harbour Brewers Fayre is the perfect place to stop in for some tasty pub classics and drinks…

          White exterior of Shores. Whitehead with windows facing onto Whitehead promenade.
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Castello Italia
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Italian restaurant, coffee shop and gelato emporium in Carrickfergus, ideally positioned on the…

          Millar's Bar Ballycarry
          LocationBallycarry

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

          Exterior of Mayur Indian restaurant with sign in red and white, plus whote and red walls
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Mayur Indian Restaurant near Carrickfergus Castle offers authentic, exquisite Indian cuisine with…

          Coastal Coffee
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Grey exterior building of ETC Carrickfergus with entrance door and full windows plus outside seating area showing silver tables and chairs plus fake h
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Espresso at ETC in Carrickfergus is the ultimate destination for coffee, gifts, and culinary…

          The Glencloy Inn
          LocationCarnlough

          Historic family owned, traditional Irish bar and restaurant located in the picturesque village of…

          Kings Road Coffee Shop
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Exterior of Springsteens restaurant with grey doors and large sign.
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Springsteen's Carrickfergus, located between the medieval castle and marina, offers freshly…

          The Dancing Goat Cafe
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Located in the grounds of Carrickfergus Urban Farm, The Dancing Goat Café is a not-for-profit…

          The Fuzzy Beak Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

          The Fuzzy Beak is located in the picturesque town of Whitehead and only a stone's throw away from…

          Light green and purple exterior of Delaceys Bakery Cafe in Carrickfergus
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Nestled in Carrickfergus, Delacey's Coffee Shop & Bakery boasts 25 years of history, serving as a…

          The Whitecliff Inn
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Black and White exterior of Cove Coffee Shop with words painted for Coffee Bakes and Art
          LocationGlenarm

          Cove Glenarm, nestled in Glenarm's historic village, offers freshly baked treats, quality coffee,…

          Interior of 7 Bistro / Cafe with grey floor and black tables and chairs
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Discover @7 in The Courtyard, Carrickfergus: a cosy spot offering all-day breakfast, delicious…

          Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

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          Beechgrove Farm
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Homely farmhouse set in rural countryside with superb views. Fully central heated with television…

          Kings Parlour
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          McCollum's Corner
          LocationBallymena

          Two minutes’ walk from Carnlough Harbour and a short distance from the beach. This 1850’s Stone…

          St Ronans & The Stables
          LocationLarne

          St Ronans beatuiful self-catering accommodation on the Coastal Route to "The Glens of Antrim" hosts…

          Premier Inn
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Situated next to he harbour and marina and close to the city centre. Restaurant offers two selected…

          Brae Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Lookout
          LocationBallymena

          The Lookout is situated in the beautiful and tranquil village of Glenarm, nestled at the foot of…

          Altahammond Farm - Self Catering
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Carrickfergus Harbour Car Park Aire de Service
          LocationCarrickfergus

          A motorhome service provision exists at this location - Harbour Car Park, Rodgers Quay, BT38 8BE.

          Hillcrest Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Set in idyllic location overlooking Belfast Lough, Hillcrest is a beautifully restored nineteenth…

          Mollys House Whitehead Self Catering
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Apartment 1, 54 Scotch Quarter
          LocationCarrickfergus

          This beautifully presented ground floor apartment is fully equipped to an excellent standard and…

          First floor apartment with only access via stairs
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Lighthouse Loft is a cosy self-contained two bedroom apartment located in the coastal town of…

          Temple-Effin Self Catering Holiday Cottage
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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.

          The Tramway House
          LocationCarrickfergus

          The bathroom is on a intermediate level. The kitchen has a gas hob and electric stove, combo fridge…

          Cloghfin Cottage. Irish cottage self catering accommodation in Northern Ireland.
          LocationIslandmagee

          Cloghfin Cottage is a cute self-catering irish cottage style holiday home in a pretty rural…

          Aerial view of Blackhead Coastal Path and Lighthouse with surrounding countryside
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Acorn (At the Marina)
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Well equipped, modern, ground floor, luxury apartment situated at Carrickfergus Marina and within a…

          Leafield House
          LocationBallycarry

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

          Front view of an old city hotel behind a tree.
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Perfectly located 2 minutes away from Northern Irelands oldest Castle, 20 minutes from Belfast City…

          The Bridge Inn
          LocationCarnlough

          Family run guesthouse, holding a full pre 1904 hotel licence. Entertainment to suit everyone all…

          The Quarrymen's Cottages B
          LocationBallymena

          21st Century comfort in an early 19th century restored cottage in historic Glenarm. This cottage…

          Pleasant View
          LocationLarne

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

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