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  1. Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
    Girl splashing on the beach
    Rockpooling
    Picnic table at Portmuck Harbour
    Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
    Girl splashing on the beach
    Rockpooling
    Picnic table at Portmuck Harbour

    Islandmagee

    Address

    68 Portmuck Road, Portmuck, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3TP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9336 6666

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Landscape/View

    Follow the winding road down to reach this hidden gem. With its picture-book perfect stone harbour and tiny beach, Portmuck Harbour is a lovely place to while away the afternoon. See the stunning North Antrim coastline receding into the distance and…

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  2. Islandmagee

    Address

    Browns Bay Road, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3RX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8232

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Browns Bay is a charming rural beach nestled in a scenic sandy cove at the northern tip of Islandmagee, just off the Causeway Coastal Route. It's an ideal spot for picnicking, walking, swimming, windsurfing, or simply soaking up the natural beauty…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  3. Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path

    Whitehead

    Address

    Blackhead Car Park, Old Castle Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    A short and delightful circular walk from the picturesque seaside town of Whitehead, around the coastal path to Blackhead with its iconic lighthouse, the most easterly point of County Antrim, then back to Whitehead for refreshments and shopping.

    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. Walkers looking over cliff top at Sallagh Braes

    Ballygally

    Address

    Linford Car Park, Feystown Road, Ballygally, County Antrim, BT40 2LZ

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    A stunning short walk across exposed hillside, leading to and along the edge of the dramatic Sallagh Braes basalt cliffs. The Sallagh Braes is a prominent basalt scarp with a spectacular ballast amphitheatre located 3 miles west of Ballygally, close…

  6. painting watercolour interior decor artist Irish art contemporary art workshops experience Ireland studio
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    Artist Audrey Kyle in her studio at Gobbins Studio
    art studio august craft month things to see in Northern Ireland experience the giant spirit visit Économusée watercolour workshops
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    Gobbins Cliffs  Irish farm country life watercolour for sale watercolour workshops creatives art days out in Northern Ireland
    artists studio coloured houses greeting cars art prints original artwork things to do goblins cliffs artist studio visits workshops
    farm country life dog cat sheep farmland country girl watercolour workshops country life  art for sale Northern Ireland
    painting watercolour interior decor artist Irish art contemporary art workshops experience Ireland studio
    interiors studio space artist at work Économusée ni islandmagee bobbins Co Antrim things to do in Northern Ireland workshops painting workshops creati
    Artist Audrey Kyle in her studio at Gobbins Studio
    art studio august craft month things to see in Northern Ireland experience the giant spirit visit Économusée watercolour workshops
    lighthouse blackhead large painting on location watercolour workshops gallery visits artist studio
    Gobbins Cliffs  Irish farm country life watercolour for sale watercolour workshops creatives art days out in Northern Ireland
    artists studio coloured houses greeting cars art prints original artwork things to do goblins cliffs artist studio visits workshops
    farm country life dog cat sheep farmland country girl watercolour workshops country life  art for sale Northern Ireland

    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
  7. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Meet outside Carrickfergus Castle, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 77622 26777

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Explore Carrickfergus’ eerie past on a 2.5-hour walking tour featuring ghost stories, true crime, and the Islandmagee Witch Trial—complete with castle entry, theatrical guide, and spooky storytelling.

    Dates

  8. 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)
  9. Carnlough

    Address

    Straidkilly Road, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0LQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9045 4094

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Small and secluded Ulster Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve, located on an inland route between Glenarm and Carnlough, on the hill slope above the Coast Road with interesting flora and fauna alongside panoramic views across the Irish Sea to Scotland.

    Price

    Free
  10. Carrickfergus Castle
    Carrickfergus Mural
    Carrickfergus Castle
    Carrickfergus Mural

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Main car park beside Castle, Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Type

    Type:

    Self-guided tour

    Self guided murder mystery trail from Whodunit Hunts on foot in historic Carrickfergus. See the impressive castle, learn about the town’s rise as a port, how it was surrounded by walls (which you see the remains of), the part Edward & Robert The…

  11. Larne

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2858 0385

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    Discover our unique history, myths and personality on a day spent exploring unforgettable places in the company of local people. See it all through our eyes as a local storyteller recounts the legends that grew from this place and shaped its people.

  12. 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

  13. Silver stacking rings
    Silver stacking rings
    Half day workshop
    Silver stacking rings
    Silver stacking rings
    Half day workshop

    Islandmagee

    Address

    184 Gobbins Road, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3TX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9338 2577

    Type

    Type:

    Craft Workshops and Courses

    Gobbins Crafts Workshop in Islandmagee offers classes in jewellery making. Create a unique piece of silver jewellery to remember your visit to Northern Ireland or to mark an important life event.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. 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
  15. 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.

  16. Whitehead

    Address

    Slaughterford Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9TG

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    A delightful short walk through recently planted woodland

  17. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Oakfield Drive, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BY

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    A charming wooded glen and recently planted woodland

  18. A hiker standing on the edge of Slemish
    A couple sitting down on the edge of Slemish with surrounding countryside in view
    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
  19. Ballymena

    Address

    200 Galgorm Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1HL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2564 6161

    Type

    Type:

    Golf Resort

    Galgorm Castle Golf Club is an exciting mixture of the new and the old. This 18 hole, 6930 yards par 72 championship course is set in 220 acres of beautiful, mature parkland located in the heart of County Antrim.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  20. White concrete exterior of Ballymena Central Library
    Bookcases with red street directories
    Microfiche storage units and reading tables in Ballymena Central library
    Bookcases filled with books on local history collections
    White concrete exterior of Ballymena Central Library
    Bookcases with red street directories
    Microfiche storage units and reading tables in Ballymena Central library
    Bookcases filled with books on local history collections

    Ballymena

    Address

    Ballymena Central Library, 5 Pat’s Brae, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 5AX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2563 3950

    Type

    Type:

    Ancestry / Tracing Your Routes

    Explore County Antrim's rich history at Ballymena Central Library’s Heritage Collection with maps, archives, workshops, and online resources for researchers, genealogists, and enthusiasts.

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