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  1. Steam train departing from Whitehead Station with family onlooking from platform
    Steam Train on Whitehead Train station platform
    steam train stationary at Whitehead with 8  carriage doors opening onto the platform
    Steam train departing from Whitehead Station with family onlooking from platform
    Steam Train on Whitehead Train station platform
    steam train stationary at Whitehead with 8  carriage doors opening onto the platform

    Whitehead

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9358 6200

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    St Patrick's Day

    Visit Whitehead for a magical steam train ride and visit to Whitehead Railway Museum. Enjoy family-friendly activities and historic charm. Trains run every 30 minutes from 11:00 - 15:00.

    Dates

    From:
    9 Aug 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  2. Islandmagee

    Address

    Various venues, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3SL

    Type

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    Craft

    The Islandmagee Arts Trail, run by Islandmagee Originals, returns 2–3 August 2025, featuring local art, open studios, live demos, stunning scenery, and the chance to meet the locals behind it all.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025to3 Aug 2025
  3. Glynn, Larne

    Address

    Jubilee Farm, 50 Glenburn Road, Glynn, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 3JY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9037 0222

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    Summer Events

    Visit Jubilee Farm in Larne, during Open Farm Weekend to explore social farming, nature and food production. Enjoy hands-on activities, meet animals, and experience community-driven, sustainable agriculture in a welcoming rural setting.

    Dates

    From:
    28 May 2025to14 June 2025
  4. Alastair exploring one of the Seven Towers
    Walking Tour poster
    Alastair exploring one of the Seven Towers
    Walking Tour poster

    Ballymena

    Address

    51-53 Church Street, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7ER

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7392 597080

    Price

    Price £10.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    A heritage walking tour around Ballymena!

    Dates

    From:
    21 June 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00
    From:
    19 July 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00
    From:
    16 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00
    From:
    13 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price £10.00 Per Ticket
  5. Drawn image with - book showing word The Not So Secret Book Festival - 20 to 22nd June 2025
    Exterior of Secret Bookshelf shop at the rear of the Courtyard Complex
    Pink seat with white rug and cushion surrounded by shelves and tables with books
    Drawn image with - book showing word The Not So Secret Book Festival - 20 to 22nd June 2025
    Exterior of Secret Bookshelf shop at the rear of the Courtyard Complex
    Pink seat with white rug and cushion surrounded by shelves and tables with books

    38 Scotch Quarter, Carrickfergus

    Address

    The Secret Bookshelf, Unit 8a The Courtyard, 38 Scotch Quarter, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7810 647 084

    Type

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    Festival

    The Not-So-Secret Book Festival (20–22 June, Carrickfergus) offers readings, signings, storytelling, poetry, crime fiction, family fun, and author talks across three venues. A must for book lovers!

    Dates

    From:
    20 June 2025to22 June 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Off site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
  6. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7762 226 777

    Price

    Price £21.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Tour

    Uncover Northern Ireland's dark, dramatic, and sometimes downright bizarre past on this unforgettable 2.5-hour guided walking tour through the heart of historic Carrickfergus. With a broomstick-wielding, theatrically dressed guide (cape included!),…

    Dates

    From:
    22 June 2025Open 12:45 - 15:15
    From:
    28 June 2025Open 12:45 - 15:15

    Price

    Price £21.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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