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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 Golf Club
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Individual catching 3 fish with a fishing rod.
        LocationCarnlough

        Hop aboard the Amberjack and enjoy a 3 hour fishing trip out of Carnlough or Glenarm (subject to…

        Carnlough Beach
        LocationCarnlough

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

        Whitehead Summer Festival 2026
        LocationWhitehead

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

        Larne Golf Club
        LocationIslandmagee

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

        Carrickfergus Castle - crowds of kids and adults in period costumes.
        LocationCarrickfergus

        The re-enactment of Schomberg’s Siege of Carrickfergus is taking place bank holiday Monday 31…

        Browns Bay Beach & Ferris Bay
        LocationIslandmagee

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

        4 actors on outdoor stage performing.
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path
        LocationWhitehead

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

        Whiteharbour Marina - old limestone harbour with boats
        LocationWhitehead

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

        Templecorran Church and Graveyard
        LocationBallycarry

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

        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…

        Portmuck Walk
        LocationIslandmagee

        Tranquil harbour and dramatic coastal walk

        Picture of a ball of yarn and event information
        LocationCarrickfergus

        Historical talk by Dr David Hume and Davy Moore at the Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Museum

        Chaffeur Car Services
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Curiosity boat leaving historical Carnlough harbour
        LocationCarnlough

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

        Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
        LocationIslandmagee

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

        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…

        Saint Nicholas' Church
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Islandmagee Cycling Route
        LocationIslandmagee

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

        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…

        Whitehead promenade with coloured houses and old outdoor swimming pool
        LocationCarrickfergus

        Whitehead is a Victorian seaside town five miles north of Carrickfergus with commanding views…

        Glenarm Marina
        LocationGlenarm

        Glenarm Marina offers 40 fully serviced pontoon berths within the village's historical limestone…

        Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

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

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

        The Whitecliff Inn
        LocationWhitehead

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

        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…

        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 Marine Bar Whitehead
        LocationWhitehead

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

        The Dancing Goat Cafe @ Carrickfergus Urban Farm
        LocationCarrickfergus

        Located in the grounds of Carrickfergus Urban Farm, The Dancing Goat Café is a not-for-profit…

        Coastal Coffee
        LocationWhitehead

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

        The Pizza Pavillion @ Glenarm Castle
        LocationGlenarm

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

        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 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…

        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…

        Kings Road Coffee Shop
        LocationWhitehead

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

        Whitehead Golf Club Restaurant
        LocationWhitehead

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

        The Potting Shed @ Glenarm Castle
        LocationGlenarm

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

        Castello Italia
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        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,…

        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…

        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,…

        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 seating area of Harbour Lights Cafe in Carnlough
        LocationCarnlough

        Harbour Lights Cafe in Carnlough offers hearty breakfasts until noon and a diverse lunch menu…

        Restaurant pictures
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        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…

        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…

        Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

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        Premier Inn
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        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…

        The Mill House
        LocationBallymena

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

        The Tramway House
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Browns Bay Beach Location
        LocationIslandmagee

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

        The Harbourview Hotel
        LocationCarnlough

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

        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…

        Pleasant View
        LocationLarne

        Pleasant View is a beautiful modern holiday home situated on picturesque Islandmagee, near 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…

        Brae Cottage
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        The Hamptons
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        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…

        Drumgart Cottage
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        The Quarrymen's Cottages B
        LocationBallymena

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

        Mollys House Whitehead Self Catering
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        Seaview cottage on the island. Islandmagee.
        LocationLarne

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

        The Inglenook
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        The Quarrymen's Cottages A
        LocationGlenarm

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

        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…

        The Lookout
        LocationBallymena

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

        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…

        Temple-Effin Self Catering Holiday Cottage
        LocationWhitehead

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

        The Studios at Millar’s Bar
        LocationCarrickfergus

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

        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…

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