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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

          Highlights

          Mini Land Rover Experience @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Ginger pony facing into sunset with fields in front
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Whitehead Diamond Jubilee Wood Walk
          LocationWhitehead

          A delightful short walk through recently planted woodland

          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…

          Carrickfergus Castle
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Whitehead Golf Club
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Straidkilly Walk
          LocationCarnlough

          Mainly a hazel woodland walk, with areas of grassy clearings full of meadow flowers, best seen in…

          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…

          Antrim Hills Way Hike
          LocationGlenarm

          Across scenic hill-tops

          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…

          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…

          Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Greenisland Golf Club
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Whitehead Summer Festival 2026
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Chaffeur Car Services
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          S51 Airsoft Northern Ireland
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Join us at Forest Fitness for an unforgettable adventure, with a range of activities from airsoft…

          The Heritage Hub at Carnlough Town Hall
          LocationCarnlough

          Learn all about the development of Carnlough through the centuries, including its unique industrial…

          Red vintage pull along fire carriage branded Carrickfergus Fire Brigade
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Local museum interpreting the long and distinguished history of the town and surrounding area, with…

          Antrim Round Tower
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Join us for this unique 8 hour tour on our witch themed taxibus, as we travel along the North Coast…

          Magheramorne Literary Festival
          LocationMagheramorne

          Taking place from Saturday 21 to Sunday 22 March 2026, the inaugural Magheramorne Literary…

          Glenarm to Ballynure incorporating Antrim Hills Way Hike
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Glenarm to Larne Walk
          LocationGlenarm

          Featuring expansive panoramas and challenging climbs, this route

          Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

          More Highlights

          Dining at The Harbourview Hotel
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Whitehead Golf Club Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          The Whitecliff Inn
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Whiskey Flight
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Perfect View Bistro @ Larne Golf Club
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          The Boat House Barista
          LocationWhitehead

          The Boat House Barista sits along Whitehead’s scenic Blackhead Path, offering coffee, teas, iced…

          Coastal Coffee
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          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…

          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 Gardener's Rest Cafe @ Hillmount Carrick
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Glenarm Castle Tea Room
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Kings Road Coffee Shop
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          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,…

          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…

          The Glencloy Inn
          LocationCarnlough

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

          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…

          Twilight Coffee
          LocationCarnlough

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

          The Pizza Pavillion @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Exterior of Greedy Gannet
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          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,…

          Restaurant pictures
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

          More Highlights

          Hillcrest Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          Altahammond Farm - Bed & Breakfast
          LocationWhitehead

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

          The Studios at Millar’s Bar
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Magherarmorne Estate gardens with house to the rear
          LocationLarne

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

          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…

          St Ronans & The Stables
          LocationLarne

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

          Beechgrove Farm
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          Fox Heaven
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Quarrymen's Cottages A
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Briarfield Farm Stays - Uisce Cabin
          LocationGlenarm

          A unique luxury coastal getaway located on a family farm in the Glenarm countryside. Perfect for…

          Station House
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Hamptons
          LocationCarrickfergus

          The Hamptons is a gentle 25-min stroll to the historic walled town of Carrickfergus. At it's centre…

          bedroom double bed with side tables
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Walter's Place is comfortable and luxurious. It's the perfect place to stay and unwind when…

          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…

          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…

          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…

          Altahammond Farm - Self Catering
          LocationWhitehead

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

          White exterior of Sergeants House with old style blue police box as feature in garden
          LocationWhitehead

          The Sergeants House built in 1901 in a conservation area in Whitehead.

          Blackhead Lightkeepers Houses - Unit 2
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Leafield House
          LocationBallycarry

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

          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…

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