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  1. Glenarm

    Address

    Coast Road, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0DA

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

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

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  2. 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
  3. 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)
  4. Broughshane

    Address

    Little Acorn Wood, Broughshane, County Antrim, BT42 4RZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2586 2777

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Special waterfowl pond and woodland in Broughshane, run by volunteers with lots of wildlife and outdoor fun for all the family. It's quite unique, being one of only two places in the world where all seven species of swan can be found.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. Glenarm to Ballynure incorporating Antrim Hills Way Hike

    Glenarm

    Address

    Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0AA

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

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

  6. A view of the tubular bridge with flowers on the rock face and the ocean beyond.
    a male and female at the entrance of the Gobbins Cliff path
    tour group on Gobbins cliff path metal bridge looking out over the sea
    metal walk bridge overhanging the sea cliff with standing viewpoint at end overlooking the sea.
    tour group on walk bridge, walking towards cave entrance
    group on walk bridge looking out onto the cliff face
    Tour group climbing steps on cliff side
    Tour on Swingbridge at The Gobbins
    A view of the tubular bridge with flowers on the rock face and the ocean beyond.
    a male and female at the entrance of the Gobbins Cliff path
    tour group on Gobbins cliff path metal bridge looking out over the sea
    metal walk bridge overhanging the sea cliff with standing viewpoint at end overlooking the sea.
    tour group on walk bridge, walking towards cave entrance
    group on walk bridge looking out onto the cliff face
    Tour group climbing steps on cliff side
    Tour on Swingbridge at The Gobbins

    Islandmagee

    Address

    The Gobbins Visitor Centre, 68 Middle Road, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3SL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9337 2318

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    Although currently closed (updated February 2026), this is one to bookmark for future. On the thrilling Gobbins Experience, nature isn’t content to just sit back and be admired. It completely engulfs you: from the all-enveloping Irish Sea winds and…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  7. Broughshane

    Address

    91 Knowehead Road, Broughshane, County Antrim, BT43 7JD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2586 1128

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    We provide luxury XJ Jaguars and Range Rovers for bespoke tours throughout Northern Ireland or transfer to Dublin and beyond.

  8. Broughshane

    Address

    128 Raceview Road, Broughshane, County Antrim, BT42 4HY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2586 1487

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    Ballymena Golf Club, founded in 1903 near Broughshane, offers a scenic 18-hole course with views of Slemish Mountain, year-round play, a restaurant, bar, pro shop, and facilities for events and competitions.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  9. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Oakfield Drive, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BY

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    A charming wooded glen and recently planted woodland

  10. 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
  11. Black metal Buttermilk Bridge Riverside Path sign with writing in yellow and image of a bridge with cow and milk maid crossing
    Braid River in Broughshane with two swans
    Braid River in Broughshane in autumn
    Black metal Buttermilk Bridge Riverside Path sign with writing in yellow and image of a bridge with cow and milk maid crossing
    Braid River in Broughshane with two swans
    Braid River in Broughshane in autumn

    Brougshane

    Address

    Houston's Mill Car Park, 5 Guide Street, Brougshane, County Antrim, BT42 4JU

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Broughshane is known as the "Garden Village of Ulster" thanks to its floral displays. Over 75,000 flowers are planted annually winning the village many national and international awards. Suitable for wheel chair users.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  12. 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
  13. Ballymena

    Address

    Ecos Centre Nature Park, Broughshane Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7QA

    Type

    Type:

    Cycling - Medium (11- 60 miles)

    Scenic countryside circular route with stiff climbs.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  14. Portglenone

    Address

    Portglenone Marina, Bannview Terrace, Portglenone, County Antrim, BT44 8HT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 845 564 4764

    Gradings

    • Awaiting Grading Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Tours

    River Bann Tours offer boat trips on the Lower Bann based at Portglenone Marina. Tickets can be purchased online for scheduled tours to Lough Beg and back to Portglenone or for our trip from Toome to Lough Neagh return. Private bookings welcome.

  15. Carnlough

    Address

    87 Garron Road, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0JS

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Viewpoint

    Garron Point is an outstanding headland on the Causeway Coastal Route offering magnificent views. You can park your car nearby and have a picnic or go on a short walk to the coastline to watch locals sea fishing or view nearby Scotland.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  16. 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)
  17. 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
  18. 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…

  19. 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.

  20. 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)
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