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  1. Man smiling standing in front of 4 different ice-creams.
    Strawberry ice cream being scooped from container.
    Man pouring milk into container with strawberries to make ice-cream.
    Two brown and white cows staring forward.
    Stone cottage with people dining outside at picnic tables.
    Man smiling standing in front of 4 different ice-creams.
    Strawberry ice cream being scooped from container.
    Man pouring milk into container with strawberries to make ice-cream.
    Two brown and white cows staring forward.
    Stone cottage with people dining outside at picnic tables.

    Glarryford

    Address

    Dundermot House, 30 Station Road, Glarryford, County Antrim, BT44 9RA

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7720 464669

    Type

    Type:

    Economusee

    Discover the story behind the Creamery Can ice-cream located in Glarryford, en-route from Ballymena to the Causeway.

  2. A woman and child having a pretend sword fight in the room at the top of the castle keep with the sun beaming through the window behind.
    A woman and child having a pretend sword fight in the room at the top of the castle keep with the sun beaming through the window behind.

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 1273

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £18.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Castle / Fort

    Get ready to step back in time at Carrickfergus Castle, an incredible Norman castle nestled in the charming seaside town of Carrickfergus, County Antrim, right on the shores of Belfast Lough. This place isn't just old—it's legendary!

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £18.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  3. Broughshane Road , Ballymena

    Address

    Ecos Centre Nature Park, Kernohan's Lane, Broughshane Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7QA

    Type

    Type:

    Cycling - Medium (11- 60 miles)

    A rural journey across the Antrim Plateau to the North Channel.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  4. Broughshane

    Address

    7 Carnstroan Lane, Broughshane, County Antrim, BT42 4PF

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Steep rocky track

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  5. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Joymount, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Home of Sir Arthur Chichester this delightful recreated Knot Garden is located close ot the Town Wall at Joymount.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  6. Glenarm view
    Barbican, Church, Waterpump Glenarm
    Glenarm Marina
    Glenarm view
    Barbican, Church, Waterpump Glenarm
    Glenarm Marina

    Glenarm

    Address

    Starts: Glenarm Marina, Coast Road, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0DA

    Type

    Type:

    Self-guided tour

    Self guided murder mystery trail from Whodunit Hunts in Glenarm.

    Explore the beautiful village of Glenarm, a conservation area with much history and quaint streets with preserved old shop fronts. Learn about the castle, characters who shaped the…

  7. Whitehead

    Address

    Mccraes Brae, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9337 0820

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    The club boasts a challenging but fair 18 hole course coupled with excellent clubhouse facilities. The club professional Colin Farr offers an excellent fully stocked shop and a full range of repair and teaching services.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  8. Houses by the square in Gracehill
    Houses by the square in Gracehill

    Gracehill

    Address

    The Old School House, 19A Church Road, Gracehill, County Antrim, BT42 2NL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7903 739933

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Gracehill, an 18th-century Moravian settlement near Ballymena, is Northern Ireland's first UNESCO Cultural World Heritage site. Visitors can explore its preserved Georgian architecture, historic sites, and book guided tours.

    Dates

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. 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)
  10. Carrickfergus

    Address

    156 Upper Road, Greenisland, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 8RW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9086 2236

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    Greenisland is a challenging 9 hole mature parkland golf course situated under the imposing Knockagh Monument, and offers panoramic views from Carrickfergus to Belfast and across Belfast Lough to County Down.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  11. Ginger pony facing into sunset with fields in front
    Ginger pony facing into sunset with fields in front

    Islandmagee

    Address

    103 Browns Bay Road, Mullaghboy, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3TL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9338 2108

    Type

    Type:

    Riding/Trekking Centre

    Islandmagee Riding Centre is a BHS-approved, family-run equestrian centre offering lessons, trekking, kids’ events and hands on experiences, all with expert staff and a focus on horse and rider happiness.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. 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)
  13. 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.…

  14. A couple of hikers sitting on a gate admiring the view of Slemish in the background
    A hiker standing on the edge of Slemish
    A couple sitting down on the edge of Slemish with surrounding countryside in view
    A couple of hikers sitting on a gate admiring the view of Slemish in the background
    A hiker standing on the edge of Slemish
    A couple sitting down on the edge of Slemish with surrounding countryside in view

    Broughshane

    Address

    Carnstroan Lane, Broughshane, County Antrim, BT43 4PF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2563 5010

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    Slemish Mountain is about 1,500 feet above sea level and is located close to Broughshane in County Antrim. It is the legendary home of Saint Patrick and is actually the central core of an extinct volcano. Hike to the top and enjoy fantastic views!

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. Picture of Larne Promenade
    Chaine Memorial Tower with dog walkers on the adjacent beach.
    Picture of Larne Promenade
    Chaine Memorial Tower with dog walkers on the adjacent beach.

    Larne

    Address

    Tower Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Enjoy a lovely walk along a one mile long stretch of Promenade running from Larne Leisure Centre, parallel with the Causeway Coastal route. Pass by Waterloo Bay, view lots of bird life and dramatic scenery or walk to Town Parks and the Coast Road.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  16. Larne

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2858 3324

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    Superb parkland course designed by J.F.S. Morrison, partner in the firm of Colt, Allison and Morrison, and chosen for its unique site in over 200 acres of mature woodlands and rolling hills.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  17. War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Marine Gardens Play Park with pirate ship featuring tube slide
    Children's green slide and play equipment at Marine Gardens Play Park
    Planted border beside paving area with Carrickfergus Clock Tower to rear
    Churchill Tank at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Entrance sign to Marine Gardens Play Park
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens with paved and planted areas
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Marine Gardens Play Park with pirate ship featuring tube slide
    Children's green slide and play equipment at Marine Gardens Play Park
    Planted border beside paving area with Carrickfergus Clock Tower to rear
    Churchill Tank at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Entrance sign to Marine Gardens Play Park
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens with paved and planted areas

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8232

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Beautiful parkland on the waterfront of Carrickfergus within sight of the Castle featuring a children's playground (currently closed for refurbishment), special memorial area, gardens and picnic area.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Marine Gardens and Promenade has free designated accessible parking on site for cars, coaches and minibuses located at Carrickfergus Castle Car Park. A smaller free car park is also available next to the play park entrance.
  18. Gobbins
    Gobbins
    Gobbins
    Gobbins
    Seal at Gobbins
    Blacks Cave at Gobbins
    Blackhead Lighthouse
    RHIB Endurance
    Caves at Gobbins
    Gobbins
    Gobbins
    Gobbins
    Gobbins
    Seal at Gobbins
    Blacks Cave at Gobbins
    Blackhead Lighthouse
    RHIB Endurance
    Caves at Gobbins

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Quayside, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 8BJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7845 370231

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Tours

    Create life-long memories and discover hidden gems along the coast, cruising from Carrickfergus Castle all the way to the Gobbins. A bespoke private charter tour immersing you into stunning coastal scenery, history and nature, for a truly authentic…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  19. 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
  20. Larne

    Address

    1b Nixon Building, LEDCOM, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 3AW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2858 0385

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    As you travel, our storytellers will delight you with tales of fairies, giants and local folklore. This tour combines ethereal myths and legends with the power of castles, engines and steel walkways. It’s Ireland as you’ve never seen it before.

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