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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

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          Straidkilly Nature Reserve
          LocationCarnlough

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

          The Lighthouse Bakes Supper Club & Cookery School
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Carrickfergus Marina
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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

          Whitehead seafront houses
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Angling @ North Woodburn Reservoir (Carrick Dams)
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Islandmagee Cycling Route
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Glenarm to Ballynure incorporating Antrim Hills Way Hike
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Carrickfergus Castle
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Whitehead Golf Club
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Skernaghan Point Walk
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Knockagh Cycling Route
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Circular cycle route from Carrickfergus Castle to Knockagh Monument then return downhill to…

          Whitehead Food & Folk Fest
          LocationWhitehead

          Join us for a day of family fun, food, and entertainment at the Whitehead Food & Folk Fest along…

          Silver stacking rings
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Mini Land Rover Experience @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Gortin Quarry Walk
          LocationCarnlough

          A gentle walk uphill

          Whiteharbour Marina - old limestone harbour with boats
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Jacobean Knot Garden
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Chaffeur Car Services
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Poster advertising the illustration workshop
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Join artist Hayley Wylie for a relaxing morning learning the basics of botanical illustration, why…

          900 Years in 90 Minutes - A Guided Walking Tour of Carrickfergus (with Carrickfergus Tours & Tales)
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Discover historic Carrickfergus with expert local guides on a 90 minute walking tour. Explore…

          Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

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          Perfect View Bistro @ Larne Golf Club
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Exterior of Greedy Gannet
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          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…

          PaPa Browns Grill
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Relaxed colonial-style diner and bar serving an all-day menu, within easy walking distance of…

          Millar's Bar Ballycarry
          LocationBallycarry

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

          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,…

          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…

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

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

          Restaurant pictures
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Coastal Coffee
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          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. …

          The Whitecliff Inn
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Kings Road Coffee Shop
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Whiskey Experiences at The Harbourview
          LocationCarnlough

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

          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…

          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 Marine Bar Whitehead
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          Whitehead Golf Club Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          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…

          The Pizza Pavillion @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

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          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…

          Magherarmorne Estate gardens with house to the rear
          LocationLarne

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

          Joymount Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Altahammond Farm - Bed & Breakfast
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          The Studios at Millar’s Bar
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Glenarm Castle Ocean View Pods
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Blackhead Lightkeepers Houses - Unit 2
          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 Quarrymen's Cottages A
          LocationGlenarm

          Enjoy maximum three star* luxury in this delightful and sympathetically restored cottage in the…

          Altahammond Farm - Self Catering
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Loughview Retreat
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          McCollum's Corner
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          Premier Inn
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Mollys House Whitehead Self Catering
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          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…

          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…

          Beechgrove Farm
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Leafield House
          LocationBallycarry

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

          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…

          Apartment 2, 54 Scotch Quarter
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Mill House
          LocationBallymena

          Discover The Mill House at Glenarm Castle Estate - a colourful, character-filled retreat surrounded…

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