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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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          Greenisland Golf Club
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          Chaffeur Car Services
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Whitehead seafront houses
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Skernaghan Point Walk
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Oakfield Glen and Bashfordsland Wood Walk
          LocationCarrickfergus

          A charming wooded glen and recently planted woodland

          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…

          Silver stacking rings
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Pack of competitive runners running down street in Whitehead as part of Whitehead Road Race
          LocationWhitehead

          Join the historic Whitehead Easter Road Race on 6 April 2026! Northern Ireland’s longest-standing…

          Swifts Forge Blacksmithing Class
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Ginger pony facing into sunset with fields in front
          LocationIslandmagee

          Islandmagee Riding Centre is a BHS-approved, family-run equestrian centre offering lessons,…

          Gobbins
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Carrickfergus Castle
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
          LocationGlenarm

          Celebrate spring at Glenarm Castle’s Tulip Festival, 2 - 4 May 2026, with vibrant blooms, live…

          Whitehead Golf Club
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Curiosity boat leaving historical Carnlough harbour
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Templecorran Church and Graveyard
          LocationBallycarry

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

          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…

          Glenarm Coast Walk
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Glenarm to Ballynure incorporating Antrim Hills Way Hike
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Saint Nicholas' Church
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Established in 1182 by the Anglo Norman, John de Courcy, St Nicholas' has many historic features…

          Carrickfergus Marina
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

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          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,…

          PaPa Browns Grill
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Selection of bottles of wine on display
          LocationWhitehead

          Freshly baked buns, sourdough loaves and cakes are what you'll find at this delicious micro bakery…

          Dining at The Harbourview Hotel
          LocationCarnlough

          The Harbourview Hotel invites you to experience an area of outstanding natural beauty, nestled by…

          Whiskey Flight
          LocationCarnlough

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

          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,…

          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…

          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…

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

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

          Logo for Moran's at Glenarm
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Coastal Coffee
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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 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…

          Glenarm Castle Tea Room
          LocationGlenarm

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

          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 Greedy Gannet
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Millar's Bar Ballycarry
          LocationBallycarry

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

          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…

          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…

          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…

          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…

          Perfect View Bistro @ Larne Golf Club
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Kings Road Coffee Shop
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

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          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.…

          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…

          Loughside Farm self catering
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Whitehead Holiday Cottage
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          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…

          St Ronans & The Stables
          LocationLarne

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

          Drumgart Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Apartment 3, 54 Scotch Quarter
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Harbourview Hotel
          LocationCarnlough

          A well-loved country hotel in the small coastal village of Carnlough on the Antrim Coast Road, less…

          Lunasa
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Welcome to Lúnasa​ a charming beach front​ house ​nestled in the heart of the Whitehead…

          Glenarm Castle Ocean View Pods
          LocationGlenarm

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

          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…

          Blackhead Lightkeepers Houses - Unit 2
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Altahammond Farm - Self Catering
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          Magherarmorne Estate gardens with house to the rear
          LocationLarne

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

          Station House
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          Acorn (At the Marina)
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Browns Bay Beach Location
          LocationIslandmagee

          This charming detached holiday bungalow nestles in a picturesque sandy cove better known as Browns…

          Kings Parlour
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Lookout
          LocationBallymena

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

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