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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. 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

          Chaffeur Car Services
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Whiteharbour Marina - old limestone harbour with boats
          LocationWhitehead

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

          A person talking in front of an interpretation panel about Andrew Jackson
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Historical talk by Dr David Hume at Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Museum

          Carrickfergus Castle
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Self guided murder mystery trail from Whodunit Hunts on foot in historic Carrickfergus. See the…

          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…

          Templecorran Church and Graveyard
          LocationBallycarry

          Discover magnificent views and Ulster Scots heritage in Templecorran graveyard, Ballycarry.

          The Tedberry Market @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

          The Tedberry Market returns to Glenarm Castle on 27–28 June, bringing over 150 unique vendors, live…

          Live music and market
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Come along to Speakeasy Saturdays for open mic and live music in a pop-up at Carrickfergus Town…

          Glenarm Marina
          LocationGlenarm

          Glenarm Marina offers 40 fully serviced pontoon berths within the village's historical limestone…

          Mini Land Rover Experience @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

          Glenarm Castle’s Mini Land Rover Experience lets young drivers explore a safe off‑road track, ideal…

          Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Ludo play area in Carrickfergus Amphitheatre featuring slides and climbing areas
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Ludo at Carrickfergus Amphitheatre offers a safe, indoor play area for kids under 11, featuring…

          Ivy and Gold Bead Bar @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

          The Ivy & Gold Bead Bar at Glenarm Castle offers a creative jewellery‑making experience using…

          Whitehead Summer Festival 2026
          LocationWhitehead

          Whitehead Summer Festival is back and bigger than ever. Family fun for all ages.

          Browns Bay Beach & Ferris Bay
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Skernaghan Point Walk
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Picture of a ball of yarn and event information
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Historical talk by Dr David Hume and Davy Moore at the Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Museum

          Swifts Forge Blacksmithing Class
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Gobbins
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Create life-long memories and discover hidden gems along the coast, cruising from Carrickfergus…

          Victoriana Flower School
          LocationLarne

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

          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…

          Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

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

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

          Millar's Bar Ballycarry
          LocationBallycarry

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

          The Fuzzy Beak Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Whiskey Experiences at The Harbourview
          LocationCarnlough

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

          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…

          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…

          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…

          Logo for Moran's at Glenarm
          LocationGlenarm

          Moran's of Glenarm, on the Causeway Coastal Route, offers an elegant dining experience with a…

          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…

          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…

          Kings Road Coffee Shop
          LocationWhitehead

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

          The Dancing Goat Cafe @ Carrickfergus Urban Farm
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          Restaurant pictures
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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,…

          Castello Italia
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Castello Italia is a stylish Italian restaurant in Carrickfergus, set on the Causeway Coastal Route…

          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…

          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…

          Twilight Coffee
          LocationCarnlough

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

          The Whitecliff Inn
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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,…

          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,…

          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…

          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,…

          Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

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          Blackhead Lightkeepers Houses - Unit 2
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          Loughside Farm self catering
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Apartment 3, 54 Scotch Quarter
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Ahoy 3 is a first floor lovely apartment located in a large Victorian period property and has been…

          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…

          Station House
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Station house has been a part of Greenisland for over 100 years. It was built in the early 1900s as…

          The Lookout
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          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 2, 54 Scotch Quarter
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Ahoy 2 is a mist comfortable second floor penthouse house apartment located on the Causeway Coastal…

          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…

          Apartment 1, 54 Scotch Quarter
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Whitehead Holiday Cottage
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Brae Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Leafield House
          LocationBallycarry

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

          The Studios at Millar’s Bar
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Fox Heaven
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          McCollum's Corner
          LocationBallymena

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

          Twilight Bunkhouse
          LocationCARNLOUGH

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

          Altahammond Farm - Self Catering
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Kings Parlour
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Gobbins Cliff
          LocationLarne

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

          Carrickfergus Harbour Car Park Aire de Service
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

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