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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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          Mini Land Rover Experience @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Carrickfergus Golf Club
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Knockagh Cycling Route
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Gortin Quarry Walk
          LocationCarnlough

          A gentle walk uphill

          Glenarm Coast Walk
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Browns Bay Beach & Ferris Bay
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          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…

          Larne Golf Club
          LocationIslandmagee

          Located between the towns of Whitehead and Larne on the scenic Causeway Coastal Route, Islandmagee…

          Chaffeur Car Services
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Glenarm Monthly Community Market
          LocationGlenarm

          Explore the Glenarm Monthly Community Market for artisan crafts and treats. Accessible and…

          Gobbins
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Templecorran Church and Graveyard
          LocationBallycarry

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

          Whitehead Summer Festival 2026
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          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…

          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…

          Carrickfergus Tours and Tales
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Explore Carrickfergus with expert local guides through engaging walking tours, themed experiences,…

          Greenisland Golf Club
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Exterior shot of entrance to Carrickfergus Omniplex Cinema
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Group of visitors enjoying scenery on Charter Boats NI
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Explore the Beauty of the Sea with Charter Boats NI! Join us at Carrickfergus Marina for private…

          Jacobean Knot Garden
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Steensons Économusée
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Whitehead Diamond Jubilee Wood Walk
          LocationWhitehead

          A delightful short walk through recently planted woodland

          Curiosity boat leaving historical Carnlough harbour
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

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          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…

          The Glencloy Inn
          LocationCarnlough

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

          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…

          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…

          Coastal Coffee
          LocationWhitehead

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

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

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

          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…

          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…

          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,…

          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. …

          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,…

          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 Greedy Gannet
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          The Potting Shed @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

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

          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…

          Millar's Bar Ballycarry
          LocationBallycarry

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

          Perfect View Bistro @ Larne Golf Club
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Front entrance of the Wind Rose Bar and Bistro
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Kings Road Coffee Shop
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Whiskey Flight
          LocationCarnlough

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

          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…

          The Whitecliff Inn
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          Castello Italia
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

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          Apartment 1, 54 Scotch Quarter
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Beechgrove Farm
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          Carrickfergus Harbour Car Park Aire de Service
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Mill House
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Inglenook
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Whitehead Aire de Service (Bentra Golf Course)
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Altahammond Farm - Self Catering
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          Drumgart Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          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…

          Gobbins Cliff
          LocationLarne

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

          Whitehead Holiday Cottage
          LocationWhitehead

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

          The Lookout
          LocationBallymena

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

          Image 1 - Birds eye of apartment and balcony attached to main house.
          LocationBallycarry

          Countryside Apartment at the gateway to the Antrim Coast - Extremely private and beautifully…

          Brae Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Twilight Bunkhouse
          LocationCARNLOUGH

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

          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 - Bed & Breakfast
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Hillcrest Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Quarrymen's Cottages A
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Station House
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Edwardian Beach Villa
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

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