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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.
        1. A family of four standing on the platform talking to the driver of a blue steam train
          The new 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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        2. 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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            Carrickfergus Castle with King William statue
            LocationCarrickfergus

            Visit the King William III Statue, a bronze figure near Carrickfergus Castle on Castle Green.…

            Whitehead seafront houses
            LocationWhitehead

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

            Carrickfergus Castle
            LocationCarrickfergus

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

            Glenarm to Larne Walk
            LocationGlenarm

            Featuring expansive panoramas and challenging climbs, this route

            Straidkilly Nature Reserve
            LocationCarnlough

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

            Glenarm to Ballynure incorporating Antrim Hills Way Hike
            LocationGlenarm

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

            Islandmagee Arts Trail
            LocationIslandmagee

            The Islandmagee Arts Trail, run by Islandmagee Originals, returns 2–3 August 2025, featuring local…

            Victoriana Flower School
            LocationLarne

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

            Browns Bay Beach & Ferris Bay
            LocationIslandmagee

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

            Steam train departing from Whitehead Station with family onlooking from platform
            LocationWhitehead

            Visit Whitehead for a magical steam train ride and visit to Whitehead Railway Museum. Enjoy…

            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…

            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…

            Knockagh Cycling Route
            LocationCarrickfergus

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

            Adrian Hack, tour guide with Lead the Way Tours standing beside the Churchill Tank in Carrickfergus
            LocationCarrickfergus

            Adrian Hack is a level 2 qualified tour guide, based in Carrickfergus who specialises in World War…

            Knockagh Monument
            LocationGreenisland

            County Antrim War Memorial erected and dedicated to the fallen from the County of Antrim who fell…

            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…

            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…

            Oakfield Glen and Bashfordsland Wood Walk
            LocationCarrickfergus

            A charming wooded glen and recently planted woodland

            Haunted Tours NI
            LocationCarrickfergus

            Explore Carrickfergus’ eerie past on a 2.5-hour walking tour featuring ghost stories, true crime,…

            Ginger pony facing into sunset with fields in front
            LocationIslandmagee

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

            Room set up for Dobbins dining experiece as part of Dobbins Dander and Dine with seats and long tables in front of a large fireplace.
            LocationCarrickfergus

            Discover the history of Carrickfergus through a walking tour & medieval inspired dining experience…

            Whitehead Victorian Street Fair logo in a Victorian script font.
            LocationWhitehead

            Honouring Whitehead's Victorian legacy, the street fair features stalls, crafts, live music, and…

            Around the Town Festival
            LocationCarrickfergus

            "Around the Town" is a nine-day music and community festival in Carrickfergus, featuring diverse…

            S51 Airsoft Northern Ireland
            LocationCarrickfergus

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

            Places to eat & drink near Gleno Waterfall

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            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…

            Kings Road Coffee Shop
            LocationWhitehead

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

            The Fuzzy Beak Restaurant
            LocationWhitehead

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

            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…

            Logo for Moran's at Glenarm
            LocationGlenarm

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

            The Potting Shed @ Glenarm Castle
            LocationGlenarm

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

            Perfect View Bistro @ Larne Golf Club
            LocationIslandmagee

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

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

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

            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…

            Pink and yellow exterior of Ownies Bar in Carrickfergus
            LocationCarrickfergus

            Ownies Bar and Bistro is one of Irelands finest Gastro Pubs, it offers the highest standards of…

            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…

            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…

            PaPa Browns Grill
            LocationCarrickfergus

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

            Exterior sign for The Back Lane Grill in red and white writing on black background
            LocationCarrickfergus

            The Back Lane Grill in Carrickfergus, on the Causeway Coastal Route, offers a cosy, family-friendly…

            Whiskey Experiences at The Harbourview
            LocationCarnlough

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

            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 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…

            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…

            Dining at The Harbourview Hotel
            LocationCarnlough

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

            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…

            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…

            The Dancing Goat Cafe
            LocationCarrickfergus

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

            Places to stay near Gleno Waterfall

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            The Mill House
            LocationBallymena

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

            Pleasant View
            LocationLarne

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

            Mollys House Whitehead Self Catering
            LocationCarrickfergus

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

            Ahoy 3
            LocationCarrickfergus

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

            Carnlough Cottage
            LocationBallymena

            Beautiful 3 bedroom house in the seaside village of Carnlough, set in the gorgeous Glens Of Antrim…

            Aerial view of Blackhead Lighthouse and the Lightkeeper cottages
            LocationCarrickfergus

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

            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…

            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…

            Browns Bay Beach Location
            LocationIslandmagee

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

            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…

            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…

            St Ronans & The Stables
            LocationLarne

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

            Ahoy
            LocationCarrickfergus

            This beautifully presented ground floor apartment is fully equipped to an excellent standard and…

            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…

            The Lookout
            LocationBallymena

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

            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…

            Albany Cottage
            LocationCarrickfergus

            This unique historic cottage is years old. It has been beautifully renovated and is a cosy…

            Magherarmorne Estate gardens with house to the rear
            LocationLarne

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

            1 Channel Vista
            LocationGlenarm

            Channel Vista Holiday Let is a fully equipped 4 bedroom bungalow (2 x double and 2 x single beds).…

            Whitehead Holiday Cottage
            LocationWhitehead

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

            Twilight Bunkhouse
            LocationCARNLOUGH

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

            Beechgrove Farm
            LocationCarrickfergus

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

            The Inglenook
            LocationCarrickfergus

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

            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…

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