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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

          Highlights

          Islandmagee Cycling Route
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Jacobean Knot Garden
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Straidkilly Nature Reserve
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Oakfield Glen and Bashfordsland Wood Walk
          LocationCarrickfergus

          A charming wooded glen and recently planted woodland

          Carrickfergus Castle
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Antrim Hills Way Hike
          LocationGlenarm

          Across scenic hill-tops

          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…

          The Lighthouse Bakes Supper Club & Cookery School
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Carrickfergus Castle
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Carrickfergus Urban Farm & Garden Centre
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Carrickfergus Urban Farm and Garden Centre at Kilcreggan is a free popular attraction for local…

          Ivy and Gold Bead Bar @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

          The Ivy & Gold Bead Bar at Glenarm Castle offers a creative jewellery‑making experience using…

          Angling @ North Woodburn Reservoir (Carrick Dams)
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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…

          Victoriana Flower School
          LocationLarne

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

          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…

          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…

          Glenarm to Larne Walk
          LocationGlenarm

          Featuring expansive panoramas and challenging climbs, this route

          Portmuck Walk
          LocationIslandmagee

          Tranquil harbour and dramatic coastal walk

          Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Curiosity boat leaving historical Carnlough harbour
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Saint Nicholas' Church
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Mini Land Rover Experience @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Whiteharbour Marina - old limestone harbour with boats
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

          More Highlights

          The Fuzzy Beak Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Whiskey Experiences at The Harbourview
          LocationCarnlough

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

          PaPa Browns Grill
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Glencloy Inn
          LocationCarnlough

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

          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…

          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…

          Dining at The Harbourview Hotel
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Glenarm Castle Tea Room
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Whitehead Golf Club Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          Coastal Coffee
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Kings Road Coffee Shop
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          Castello Italia
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Castello Italia is a stylish Italian restaurant in Carrickfergus, set 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,…

          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…

          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…

          The Pizza Pavillion @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

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

          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 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,…

          Logo for Moran's at Glenarm
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Millar's Bar Ballycarry
          LocationBallycarry

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

          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…

          Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

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          Brae Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Whitehead Holiday Cottage
          LocationWhitehead

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

          The Harbourview Hotel
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Temple-Effin Self Catering Holiday Cottage
          LocationWhitehead

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

          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…

          Premier Inn
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Drumgart Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Lunasa
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Gobbins Cliff
          LocationLarne

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

          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…

          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…

          Twilight Bunkhouse
          LocationCARNLOUGH

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

          Blackhead Lightkeepers Houses - Unit 2
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Bridge Inn
          LocationCarnlough

          Family run guesthouse, holding a full pre 1904 hotel licence. Entertainment to suit everyone all…

          The Inglenook
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          bedroom double bed with side tables
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Edwardian Beach Villa
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Seaview cottage on the island. Islandmagee.
          LocationLarne

          Seaview Cottage is situated on the beautiful peninsula of Islandmagee located at the start of the…

          Hillcrest Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Beechgrove Farm
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Mollys House Whitehead Self Catering
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          McCollum's Corner
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Lookout
          LocationBallymena

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

          The Quarrymen's Cottages B
          LocationBallymena

          21st Century comfort in an early 19th century restored cottage in historic Glenarm. This cottage…

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