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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

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          Jacobean Knot Garden
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Home of Sir Arthur Chichester this delightful recreated Knot Garden is located close ot the Town…

          Glenarm view
          LocationGlenarm

          Self guided murder mystery trail from Whodunit Hunts in Glenarm. Explore the beautiful village of…

          Saint Nicholas' Church
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Established in 1182 by the Anglo Norman, John de Courcy, St Nicholas' has many historic features…

          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…

          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…

          The Lighthouse Bakes Supper Club & Cookery School
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          Bentra Golf Course
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Carrickfergus Golf Club
          LocationCarrickfergus

          With its imaginative use of water and sand the par of 68 is not matched that easily. The course…

          Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Whitehead seafront houses
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Exterior shot of entrance to Carrickfergus Omniplex Cinema
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Omniplex Cinema Carrickfergus, a modern 6-screen venue, offers luxurious OmniplexRecline screens,…

          Fun with Fossils workshop
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Fun with Fossils workshop - free family event suitable for ages 5yrs+.

          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…

          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…

          S51 Airsoft Northern Ireland
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Join us at Forest Fitness for an unforgettable adventure, with a range of activities from airsoft…

          Straidkilly Walk
          LocationCarnlough

          Mainly a hazel woodland walk, with areas of grassy clearings full of meadow flowers, best seen in…

          Aerial view of Carnlough Harbour with shops and homes in the background and boats in the harbour
          LocationCarnlough

          Carnlough's sheltered historic harbour, with small fishing boats, is the focal point of this…

          Whitehead Diamond Jubilee Wood Walk
          LocationWhitehead

          A delightful short walk through recently planted woodland

          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…

          Pack of competitive runners running down street in Whitehead as part of Whitehead Road Race
          LocationWhitehead

          Join the historic Whitehead Easter Road Race on 6 April 2026! Northern Ireland’s longest-standing…

          Gortin Quarry Walk
          LocationCarnlough

          A gentle walk uphill

          Browns Bay Beach & Ferris Bay
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

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          Exterior of Little India Restaurant with grey walls and name in silver, plus plants at the entrance doors
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Little India Restaurant in Carrickfergus offers authentic Indian cuisine with fresh ingredients,…

          Kings Road Coffee Shop
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Pink and yellow exterior of Ownies Bar in Carrickfergus
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Ownies Bar and Bistro is a top Irish gastro pub, famed for seafood chowder, homemade desserts, warm…

          Front entrance of the Wind Rose Bar and Bistro
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Discover the ultimate waterfront experience at The Windrose in Carrickfergus. Enjoy stunning views…

          The Potting Shed @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

          The Potting Shed at Glenarm Castle offers expertly crafted coffee, fresh bakes, savory bites, and…

          Coastal Coffee
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Blue painted traditional building housing Quarter House Coffee in Carrickfergus
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Discover Quarter House Coffee Shop within the Courtyard Complex in Carrickfergus! Indulge in our…

          Exterior of Creed Coffee House in Carrickfergus with banners in windows displaying food options
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Experience the finest drinks and delectable treats at Creed Coffee Carrickfergus. From freshly…

          The Marine Bar Whitehead
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Grey seats and table with ice cream counters and food display fridges in the background
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Mauds Scotch Quarter in Carrickfergus offers award-winning ice cream, diverse flavours, vegan…

          Whiskey Flight
          LocationCarnlough

          At the Harbourview Hotel, step into a world where whiskey culture and Irish hospitality unite.…

          The Fuzzy Beak Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          The Glencloy Inn
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Castello Italia
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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,…

          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…

          Restaurant pictures
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Dobbins Inn in the heart of Carrickfergus offers warm hospitality, traditional Irish and modern…

          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…

          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…

          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. …

          Exterior of Ollie's Bistro, Carrickfergus with grey exterior and outdoor seating area with hedge surround
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Ollie's Bistro in Carrickfergus offers a family-run coffee shop experience with all-day breakfast…

          Pink exterior of Coast Road Inn in Glenarm with flowers outside and collectible window display
          LocationGlenarm

          The Coast Road Inn in Glenarm offers a friendly atmosphere, local drinks, and cosy decor near…

          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,…

          Whitehead Golf Club Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

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          Drumgart Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Blackhead Lightkeepers Houses - Unit 2
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Fox Heaven
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Fox Heaven is an elegant modern B&B at convenient location with amazing views just in 15-20 minutes…

          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.

          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…

          Joymount Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Delightful cottage style home just off the promenade, in the gardens of Joymount Presbyterian…

          Two cyclists on the bridge that leads to the Barbican Gatelodge
          LocationGlenarm

          Romantic in appearance and setting, and approached by a bridge over the Glenarm river, the Barbican…

          Acorn (At the Marina)
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          Fools Haven Thatched Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

          This gem of a thatched cottage is over 250 years old and is situated at the start of the Causeway…

          Lunasa
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Tramway House
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Carrickfergus Harbour Car Park Aire de Service
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Complimentary box of snacks / breakfast
          LocationLarne

          We have 6 luxury ensuite pods boasting their own private hot tub and equipped with a double bed, a…

          Altahammond Farm - Self Catering
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Hillcrest Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Loughview Retreat
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Our 3 bedroom detached house is located in a residential cul-de-sac in the historic town of…

          Loughside Farm self catering
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Magherarmorne Estate gardens with house to the rear
          LocationLarne

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

          view of the sea from inside a pod
          LocationBallymena

          Escape to our 4* Glenarm Castle Ocean View pods for a stylish rural retreat. Fully furnished with…

          The Bridge Inn
          LocationCarnlough

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

          The Lookout
          LocationBallymena

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

          No1 The Terrace
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Twilight Bunkhouse
          LocationCARNLOUGH

          Twilight Bunkhouse is family-run accommodation with two 6-person dorm rooms and two 4-person…

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