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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. 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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        Carrickfergus Library
        LocationCarrickfergus

        Carrickfergus Library’s heritage section offers local history books, OSNI and Griffith’s Valuation…

        Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
        LocationWhitehead

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

        Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
        LocationWhitehead

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

        The Tedberry Market @ Glenarm Castle
        LocationGlenarm

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

        Carnlough Beach
        LocationCarnlough

        Discover Carnlough Beach’s calm waters, sweeping views and 1.5 km of sand and pebbles along the…

        Glenarm view
        LocationGlenarm

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

        Room set up for Dobbins dining experiece as part of Dobbins Dander and Dine with seats and long tables in front of a large fireplace.
        LocationCarrickfergus

        Discover the history of Carrickfergus through a walking tour & medieval inspired dining experience…

        Templecorran Church and Graveyard
        LocationBallycarry

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

        The Steensons Économusée
        LocationGlenarm

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

        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…

        Carrickfergus Marina
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Greenisland Golf Club
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Victoriana Flower School
        LocationLarne

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

        Glenarm to Ballynure incorporating Antrim Hills Way Hike
        LocationGlenarm

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

        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…

        Whitehead Diamond Jubilee Wood Walk
        LocationWhitehead

        A delightful short walk through recently planted woodland

        Arthur Dobbs Seminar
        LocationCarrickfergus

        Join a relaxed and engaging seminar exploring Arthur Dobbs, with expert talks on his life and…

        Oakfield Glen and Bashfordsland Wood Walk
        LocationCarrickfergus

        A charming wooded glen and 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…

        4 actors on outdoor stage performing.
        LocationCarrickfergus

        Outdoor theatre returns to Carrickfergus this August! Illyria presents The Three Musketeers at…

        Larne Golf Club
        LocationIslandmagee

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

        image of 3  paddleboarders kneeling on boards in water in front of Carrickfergus Castle.
        LocationCarrickfergus

        Learn stand up paddle boarding in the picturesque old harbour at Carrickfergus Castle, on the main…

        Jacobean Knot Garden
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Afternoon Tea @ Glenarm Castle (Groups only)
        LocationGlenarm

        Step into historic Glenarm Castle for an exclusive afternoon tea experience, featuring a butler-led…

        Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

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        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…

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

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

        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 Gardener's Rest Cafe @ Hillmount Carrick
        LocationCarrickfergus

        The Gardener’s Rest Café at Hillmount Carrick offers tasty light bites, hot drinks, and a relaxing,…

        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…

        Coastal Coffee
        LocationWhitehead

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

        Glenarm Castle Tea Room
        LocationGlenarm

        Step into the heart of Glenarm Castle's estate and discover our cosy Tea Room, nestled in the…

        Restaurant pictures
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        The Potting Shed @ Glenarm Castle
        LocationGlenarm

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

        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…

        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…

        The Marine Bar Whitehead
        LocationWhitehead

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

        Whitehead Golf Club Restaurant
        LocationWhitehead

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

        Twilight Coffee
        LocationCarnlough

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

        Kings Road Coffee Shop
        LocationWhitehead

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

        The Fuzzy Beak Restaurant
        LocationWhitehead

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

        Perfect View Bistro @ Larne Golf Club
        LocationIslandmagee

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

        The Glencloy Inn
        LocationCarnlough

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

        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…

        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…

        PaPa Browns Grill
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Logo for Moran's at Glenarm
        LocationGlenarm

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

        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,…

        Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

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        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…

        Cloghfin Cottage. Irish cottage self catering accommodation in Northern Ireland.
        LocationIslandmagee

        Cloghfin Cottage is a cute self-catering irish cottage style holiday home in a pretty rural…

        Apartment 1, 54 Scotch Quarter
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        The Tramway House
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Temple-Effin Self Catering Holiday Cottage
        LocationWhitehead

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

        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…

        Station House
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        No1 The Terrace
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        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…

        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…

        Blackhead Lightkeepers Houses - Unit 2
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Gortnagory Carnlough
        LocationBallymena

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

        Edwardian Beach Villa
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        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…

        Kings Parlour
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        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…

        Mollys House Whitehead Self Catering
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        St Ronans & The Stables
        LocationLarne

        St Ronans beatuiful self-catering accommodation on the Coastal Route to "The Glens of Antrim" hosts…

        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…

        Drumgart Cottage
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        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…

        The Keep Guest Accommodation
        LocationCarrickfergus

        The Keep Bed and Breakfast is conveniently located in Carrickfergus and on the Coastal Route. It is…

        Apartment 2, 54 Scotch Quarter
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        The Studios at Millar’s Bar
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

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