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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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          Chaffeur Car Services
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Belfast City tours of the Titanic centre Peace wall, Queens, Albert clock, Stormont and…

          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…

          Bentra Golf Course
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Glenarm view
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Interior of the Guard Room with information panels on wall and desk with Visitor Book
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Step back in time at The Guard Room in Carrickfergus Town Hall, immersing visitors in the early…

          Oakfield Glen and Bashfordsland Wood Walk
          LocationCarrickfergus

          A charming wooded glen and recently planted woodland

          Carrickfergus Golf Club
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Whitehead Diamond Jubilee Wood Walk
          LocationWhitehead

          A delightful short walk through recently planted woodland

          Whitehead promenade with coloured houses and old outdoor swimming pool
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Whitehead is a Victorian seaside town five miles north of Carrickfergus with commanding views…

          Swifts Forge Leather Making Class
          LocationWhitehead

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

          The Steensons Économusée
          LocationGlenarm

          The Steensons are delighted to welcome visitors to their workshop and gallery. A fascinating and…

          Curiosity boat leaving historical Carnlough harbour
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Carrickfergus Urban Farm & Garden Centre
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          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…

          S51 Airsoft Northern Ireland
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Fun with Fossils workshop
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Carrickfergus Marina
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Victoriana Flower School
          LocationLarne

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

          Glenarm Coast Walk
          LocationGlenarm

          This is a 500m linear walk between two car parks, with no turnoffs or obstacles on the way.

          Skernaghan Point Walk
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Man and woman walking alongside River in Glenarm Forest surrounded by trees
          LocationGlenarm

          Explore the hidden charm of Glenarm Forest, boasting impressive views of Glenarm Castle, diverse…

          War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Beautiful parkland on the waterfront of Carrickfergus within sight of the Castle featuring a…

          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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          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…

          Interior of Season Coffee Shop with wooden flooring, wooden beams and wooden tables plus chairs.
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Season Coffee Shop, nestled in a refurbished red brick mill on the outskirts of Carrickfergus,…

          Exterior of Greedy Gannet
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          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…

          Millar's Bar Ballycarry
          LocationBallycarry

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

          Exterior of Luna Cafe / Bar in Carrickfergus with blue canopy and white pillars
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Luna, nestled near Carrickfergus Castle along the Causeway Coastal Route, offers a unique dining…

          Whitehead Golf Club Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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,…

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

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

          Twilight Coffee
          LocationCarnlough

          Independent coffee shop serving specialty coffee, teas and locally baked treats. Located directly…

          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,…

          The Pizza Pavillion @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

          The Pizza Pavilion at Glenarm Castle serves wood-fired sourdough pizzas with gluten-free and vegan…

          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…

          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…

          The Fuzzy Beak Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          The Dancing Goat Cafe
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Whitecliff Inn
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          Kings Road Coffee Shop
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          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…

          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…

          Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

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          The Mill House
          LocationBallymena

          Situated on a working farm. Children are welcome but need to be supervised. Dogs negotiable.

          Altahammond Farm - Bed & Breakfast
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          Apartment 1, 54 Scotch Quarter
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Fox Heaven
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Blackhead Lightkeepers Houses - Unit 2
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Inglenook
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Welcome to The Inglenook, a charming 1-bedroom open-plan property in historic Carrickfergus,…

          Temple-Effin Self Catering Holiday Cottage
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Altahammond Farm - Self Catering
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Acorn (At the Marina)
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Whitehead Holiday Cottage
          LocationWhitehead

          The property is situated on an elevated, private semi-rural site between Whitehead and…

          Twilight Bunkhouse
          LocationCARNLOUGH

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

          North Irish Lodge - Leahy's Loft
          LocationLarne

          Escape to Leahy's Loft at North Irish Lodge, a delightful retreat for up to 4 adults along Northern…

          Loughview Retreat
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Bridge Inn
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Gortnagory Carnlough
          LocationBallymena

          A fantastic recently renovated property located just on the edge of Carnlough village within a…

          Glenarm Castle Ocean View Pods
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Magherarmorne Estate gardens with house to the rear
          LocationLarne

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

          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…

          Pleasant View
          LocationLarne

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

          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…

          Edwardian Beach Villa
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Experience coastal charm at this Edwardian Beach Villa in Whitehead, offering stunning sea views,…

          Whitehead Aire de Service (Bentra Golf Course)
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Kings Parlour
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

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