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  1. Glenarm to Larne Walk

    Glenarm

    Address

    Glenarm, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0AA

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Featuring expansive panoramas and challenging climbs, this route

  2. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Castle, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Type

    Type:

    Cycling - Medium (11- 60 miles)

    Circular cycle route from Carrickfergus Castle to Knockagh Monument then return downhill to Carrickfergus via Greenisland.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  3. Map showing access while Carnfunnock Country Park is under redevelopment during 2025 & 2026.

    Larne

    Address

    Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 2QG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7748 623 227

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Carnfunnock Country Park is closed for a £7 million redevelopment beginning 7 July 2025, lasting approximately 15 months. Plans include a new visitor centre, bike park, improved accessibility, upgraded playpark, and enhanced caravan park facilities.…

  4. Heritage walking tour around Galgorm Resort

    Ballymena

    Address

    Galgorm Resort, 136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1EA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7703 602767

    Type

    Type:

    Historical Tours

    Explore Galgorm’s linen‑rooted past with qualified guide George from Glenburn Tours, tracing its journey to world‑renowned spa resort status, then take the opportunity to relax with afternoon tea or dinner.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. Interior of the Guard Room with information panels on wall and desk with Visitor Book
    Entrance to The Guard Room with red brick building, and information panel in front of windows
    Information panel located outside The Guard Room at Carrickfergus Town Hall
    Interior of the Guard Room with information panels on wall and desk with Visitor Book
    Entrance to The Guard Room with red brick building, and information panel in front of windows
    Information panel located outside The Guard Room at Carrickfergus Town Hall

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Town Hall Complex, 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DN

    Telephone

    + 44 (0) 28 9335 8241

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    Step back in time at The Guard Room in Carrickfergus Town Hall, immersing visitors in the early 20th-century quarters of the Antrim Artillery militia with interactive exhibits and historical narratives spanning 800 years.

  6. Ballymena

    Address

    Kernohans Lane, Broughshane Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7QA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2564 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Ecos Nature Park is an oasis of wildlife, close to the heart of Ballymena town with 8 kilometres of flat footpaths leading visitors around 220 acres of parkland that includes maturing woodland, peaceful lake and ponds, grazed meadows and hay meadows.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Ecos Nature Park has free designated accessible parking on site for cars, coaches and minibuses.
  7. Aerial view of Glenarm Castle & Gardens with the ocean beyond.
    Aerial view of Glenarm Castle & Gardens with the ocean beyond.

    Glenarm

    Address

    Castle Demesne, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0BD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2884 1203

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    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Crowned "Historic Houses 2023 Garden of the Year", Glenarm Castle and its walled gardens are a true national treasure. One of Ireland's oldest estates, and home to the Earls of Antrim, Glenarm Castle offers incredible garden walks, with stunning…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  8. A family of four standing on the platform talking to the driver of a blue steam train
    Steam train onn platform at Whitehead Railway Museum
    A family of four standing on the platform talking to the driver of a blue steam train
    Steam train onn platform at Whitehead Railway Museum

    Whitehead

    Address

    Excursion Station, Castleview Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9358 6200

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  9. Ballygally

    Address

    Coast Road, Ballygally, County Antrim, BT40 2QZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8232

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Escape to Ballygally Beach, just 10km north of Larne on the Causeway Coastal Route. Enjoy a scenic walk, fun sandcastle building, or a refreshing swim at this family-friendly seaside destination.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. Islandmagee

    Address

    Islandmagee Boat Club, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3RP

    Type

    Type:

    Cycling - Medium (11- 60 miles)

    Spectacular coastal scenery, rolling green hills. This cycle route can be challenging at points but the extra effort is well rewarded by the dramatic views out to Scotland and interesting historival sights on Islandmagee Peninsula.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  11. Carnlough

    Address

    Straidkilly Road, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0LQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9045 4094

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Mainly a hazel woodland walk, with areas of grassy clearings full of meadow flowers, best seen in spring when woodland flower species are in bloom.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  12. Carnlough

    Address

    Harbour Road, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0EU

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    A gentle walk uphill

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  13. Carrickfergus

    Address

    2 Joymount Court, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9336 2261

    Type

    Type:

    Ancestry / Tracing Your Routes

    Carrickfergus Library’s heritage section offers local history books, OSNI and Griffith’s Valuation maps, and local newspapers in microfiche and print. With comfortable study spaces and regular heritage events, it’s an inviting place to explore the…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Off site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
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    Islandmagee

    Address

    Gobbins Studio Économusée, 147 Gobbins Road, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3TX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7712 464 966

    Type

    Type:

    Craft Workshops and Courses

    Artist Audrey Kyle works from a converted barn called Gobbins Studio Économusée, nestled on top of the Gobbins Cliffs on a working family farm. She displays her original unique watercolour paintings, cards and prints in her studio/gallery and runs…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  15. Islandmagee

    Address

    Brown's Bay Beach, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3RU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9064 7787

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    This is a path that goes over a variety of uneven terrain including a grassy field and a rocky coastline which is steep in places. Dogs should be kept on a lead.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  16. Carrickfergus

    Address

    100 Woodburn Road, West Division, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 9AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9336 7899

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    Belfast City tours of the Titanic centre Peace wall, Queens, Albert clock, Stormont and Carrickfergus Castle. Also indulge yourself in a full 8hr day of the North coast of Antrim and see Giants Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge.

  17. Ballymena

    Address

    Doury Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 6JA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 300 124 5000

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    45-acre urban park in the heart of Ballymena with something to do for all the family - you can check out the lake full of ducks, modern playground, urban art, sports facilities, delightful flowers and onsite community initiatives.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  18. Carnlough

    Address

    Bay Road, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0HR

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8232

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Discover Carnlough Beach’s calm waters, sweeping views and 1.5 km of sand and pebbles along the Causeway Coastal Route. Enjoy swimming, walks, wildlife and nearby places to eat.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  19. Portglenone

    Address

    Portglenone Marina, Portglenone, County Antrim, BT44 8HT

    Type

    Type:

    Cycling - Medium (11- 60 miles)

    Tranquil rural scenic village to village circular route.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  20. Glenarm

    Address

    Seaview Hall, New Road, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2884 1445

    Type

    Type:

    Economusee

    The Steensons are delighted to welcome visitors to their workshop and gallery. A fascinating and rare opportunity to watch highly skilled craftspeople at work. The goldsmiths can be observed using a variety of techniques.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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