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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

          Glenarm to Larne Walk
          LocationGlenarm

          Featuring expansive panoramas and challenging climbs, this route

          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…

          Glenarm to Ballynure incorporating Antrim Hills Way Hike
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Victoriana Flower School
          LocationLarne

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

          Carrickfergus Castle
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          The Lighthouse Bakes Supper Club & Cookery School
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Oakfield Glen and Bashfordsland Wood Walk
          LocationCarrickfergus

          A charming wooded glen and recently planted woodland

          Ginger pony facing into sunset with fields in front
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Antrim Hills Way Hike
          LocationGlenarm

          Across scenic hill-tops

          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…

          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…

          Gobbins
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Skernaghan Point Walk
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Carrickfergus Golf Club
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Straidkilly Nature Reserve
          LocationCarnlough

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

          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…

          Knockagh Cycling Route
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Circular cycle route from Carrickfergus Castle to Knockagh Monument then return downhill to…

          Whitehead Diamond Jubilee Wood Walk
          LocationWhitehead

          A delightful short walk through recently planted woodland

          Antrim Round Tower
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Exterior shot of entrance to Carrickfergus Omniplex Cinema
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Omniplex Cinema Carrickfergus, a modern 6-screen venue, offers luxurious OmniplexRecline screens,…

          Glenarm Coast Walk
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Swifts Forge Leather Making Class
          LocationWhitehead

          Come along to Whitehead’s charming Victorian workshop for intimate leather-making and blacksmithing…

          Greenisland Golf Club
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

          More Highlights

          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…

          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…

          Whiskey Flight
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Coastal Coffee
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Millar's Bar Ballycarry
          LocationBallycarry

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

          PaPa Browns Grill
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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,…

          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 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…

          Glenarm Castle Tea Room
          LocationGlenarm

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

          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,…

          Whitehead Golf Club Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          Front entrance of the Wind Rose Bar and Bistro
          LocationCarrickfergus

          Discover the ultimate waterfront experience at The Windrose in Carrickfergus. Enjoy stunning views…

          The Fuzzy Beak Restaurant
          LocationWhitehead

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

          The Pizza Pavillion @ Glenarm Castle
          LocationGlenarm

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

          The Glencloy Inn
          LocationCarnlough

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

          Logo for Moran's at Glenarm
          LocationGlenarm

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

          Perfect View Bistro @ Larne Golf Club
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          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…

          Twilight Coffee
          LocationCarnlough

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

          The Dancing Goat Cafe
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          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,…

          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

          Mollys House Whitehead Self Catering
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Fox Heaven
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Apartment 2, 54 Scotch Quarter
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Hamptons
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Quarrymen's Cottages B
          LocationBallymena

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

          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…

          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…

          Seaview cottage on the island. Islandmagee.
          LocationLarne

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

          The Mill House
          LocationBallymena

          Situated on a working farm. Children are welcome but need to be supervised. Dogs negotiable.

          Whitehead Holiday Cottage
          LocationWhitehead

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

          The Keep Guest Accommodation
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          The Lookout
          LocationBallymena

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

          Pleasant View
          LocationLarne

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

          Hillcrest Cottage
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Open plan sitting area with kitchen table front door and a fireplace.
          LocationCarnlough

          4 Bedroom country house sleeps 8, that boasts spectacular views, a 5 minute walk to the beach.…

          The Studios at Millar’s Bar
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Browns Bay Beach Location
          LocationIslandmagee

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

          Apartment 3, 54 Scotch Quarter
          LocationCarrickfergus

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

          Whitehead Aire de Service (Bentra Golf Course)
          LocationWhitehead

          A motorhome service provision point exists in the car park within Bentra Golf Course, Whitehead.

          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…

          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…

          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…

          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…

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