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  1. Islandmagee

    Address

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

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Tranquil harbour and dramatic coastal walk

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  2. Map showing access while Carnfunnock Country Park is under redevelopment during 2025 & 2026.
    Lime kiln within Carnfunnock Country Park
    Icehouse within Carnfunnock Country Park
    Map showing access while Carnfunnock Country Park is under redevelopment during 2025 & 2026.
    Lime kiln within Carnfunnock Country Park
    Icehouse within Carnfunnock Country Park

    Larne

    Address

    Carnfunnock Country Park, Coast Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 2LH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2826 2471

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Get your steps up as you explore the paths in the picturesque surroundings of Carnfunnock Country Park.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  3. Ballygally

    Address

    12 Drumnagreagh Road, Cairncastle, Ballygally, County Antrim, BT40 2RP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7773 731001

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Join Antrim Glens native and trained tour guide Robert Stewart, on a relaxing hike around the hills of the Antrim Glens. Expect fantastic historical insight, local stories and great craic whilst you hike and enjoy the great outdoors.

  4. Logo of Carrickfergus Tours and Tales with green background and castle in the centre
    Logo of Carrickfergus Tours and Tales with green background and castle in the centre

    Carrickfergus

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7349 619843

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Explore Carrickfergus with expert local guides through engaging walking tours, themed experiences, and heritage talks - bringing the town’s rich history to life with storytelling, passion, and unforgettable memories.

  5. Gleno

    Address

    Waterfall Road, Gleno, County Antrim, BT40 3LE

    Telephone

    +44(0)28 9064 7787

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    This walk has many steps. The steps meander up and down the sides of this moist valley to enable the walker to get good views of the waterfall. Dogs should be kept under the control of the owner.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. Whitehead promenade with coloured houses and old outdoor swimming pool
    Coloured houses on Whitehead Promenade
    Whitehead promenade with coloured houses and old outdoor swimming pool
    Coloured houses on Whitehead Promenade

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Visitor Information Centre, Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    Whitehead is a Victorian seaside town five miles north of Carrickfergus with commanding views across the mouth of Belfast Lough and the Irish Sea.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  7. 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…

  8. Ballymena Walking Tour
    Ballymena Walking Tour
    Ballymena Walking Tour
    Ballymena Walking Tour
    Ballymena Walking Tour
    Ballymena Walking Tour

    Ballymena

    Address

    Harmony Hub, Broadway, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7392 597078

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Tour

    Join Alastair Donaghy on a guided tour of Ballymena's history, from medieval origins to 1798 rebellion, exploring key locations and architectural heritage, revealing the town's fascinating evolution.

  9. Houses by the square in Gracehill
    Exterior of Galgorm Castle
    Houses by the square in Gracehill
    Exterior of Galgorm Castle

    Galgorm

    Address

    Commencing Creative Garden Centre, 200 Galgorm Road, Galgorm, County Antrim, BT42 1HL

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    Discover the scenic Castle Walk, a relaxing, easy route from Galgorm Castle to the charming UNESCO village of Gracehill. Enjoy riverside views, woodland paths and local heritage, with great food stops and accessible trails—perfect for a peaceful…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  10. 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)
  11. 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)
  12. Glenarm to Larne Walk

    Glenarm

    Address

    Glenarm, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0AA

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Featuring expansive panoramas and challenging climbs, this route

  13. 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

  14. Medieval wall mural in Carrickfergus, with stocks beside it.
    A smiling man standing next to a wall on the coast.
    Medieval wall mural in Carrickfergus, with stocks beside it.
    A smiling man standing next to a wall on the coast.

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7816 969350

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Tour

    Carrickfergus with over 1000 years of history under its belt, has lots of secrets to reveal. Enjoy a walking tour around the town with your guide John, and learn about castles, town walls, the palace, big houses, ghosts, salt mines, monarchs and so…

  15. Exterior of Galgorm Castle
    George from Glenburn Tours, in period costume outside Galgorm Castle
    Tour guide in period costume speaking to group of 3 people outside ruined church at Galgorm Castle.
    Exterior of Galgorm Castle
    George from Glenburn Tours, in period costume outside Galgorm Castle
    Tour guide in period costume speaking to group of 3 people outside ruined church at Galgorm Castle.

    Ballymena

    Address

    Galgorm Castle Estate, Galgorm Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1HL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7703 602767

    Type

    Type:

    Historical Tours

    Explore over 400 years of history at Galgorm Castle & Grounds in Ballymena with Glenburn Tours. Discover Jacobean architecture, ancient ruins, and the estate’s rich past - all in just one hour.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to28 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    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. Glenarm

    Address

    Glenarm Car Park, The Cloney, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0AB

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Across scenic hill-tops

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  18. 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)
  19. 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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to30 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  20. 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)
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