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  1. Pack of competitive runners running down street in Whitehead as part of Whitehead Road Race
    Couple of runners running past Whitehead Welcome Sign as take part in Whitehead Road Race
    Runners running towards finish arch in Whitehead Road Race on Kings Road
    Pack of competitive runners running down street in Whitehead as part of Whitehead Road Race
    Couple of runners running past Whitehead Welcome Sign as take part in Whitehead Road Race
    Runners running towards finish arch in Whitehead Road Race on Kings Road
    Whitehead Easter Road Race (Easter Monday)

    Whitehead

    Address

    Town Centre, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9PT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9337 8077

    wca@whitehead-ni.com

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    Sporting Event

    Join the historic Whitehead Easter Road Race on 6 April 2026! Northern Ireland’s longest-standing road race, running since 1924, unites runners and spectators in a cherished Easter Monday tradition. Be part of history!

    Dates

    From:
    6 Apr 2026

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    Book Whitehead Easter Road Race (Easter Monday) Online (opens in a new window)

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  2. Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Mother duck and ducklings in the Walled Garden
    Glenarm Castle Tulip Festival 2026

    Glenarm

    Address

    Glenarm Castle Estate, Castle Demesne, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0BD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2884 1203

    info@glenarmcastle.com

    Type

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    Family Fun

    Celebrate spring at Glenarm Castle’s Tulip Festival, 2 - 4 May 2026, with vibrant blooms, live entertainment, family fun, carnival rides, food, crafts and special guests still to be announced!

    Dates

    From:
    2 May 2026to4 May 2026

    Indicative Availability

    Book Glenarm Castle Tulip Festival 2026 Online (opens in a new window)

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    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Off site parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises - The Tea Rooms, Potting Shed, Milk Parlour, and Pizza Pavillion as well as additional food trucks

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
  3. Antrim Round Tower
    Witches & Ghosts of the North Coast Taxibus Tour

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Castle, Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7762 226777

    hauntedtoursni@gmail.com

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Type

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    Tour

    Join us for this unique 8 hour tour on our witch themed taxibus, as we travel along the North Coast. You'll be regaled with stories of history, hauntings, myths, legends and witches, including a visit to where Irelands only mass witch trial took…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Mar 2026Open 10:30 - 18:30

    Price

    Price £50.00 Per Ticket

    Indicative Availability

    Book Witches & Ghosts of the North Coast Taxibus Tour Online (opens in a new window)

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    Add Witches & Ghosts of the North Coast Taxibus Tour to your Itinerary

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  4. A couple of hikers sitting on a gate admiring the view of Slemish in the background
    Girl climbing Slemish on St Patricks Day
    Portglenone Comhaltas performing at Slemish Mountain
    A couple sitting down on the edge of Slemish with surrounding countryside in view
    Family enjoying a picnic on Slemish at St Patrick's Day event
    A couple of hikers sitting on a gate admiring the view of Slemish in the background
    Girl climbing Slemish on St Patricks Day
    Portglenone Comhaltas performing at Slemish Mountain
    A couple sitting down on the edge of Slemish with surrounding countryside in view
    Family enjoying a picnic on Slemish at St Patrick's Day event
    St Patrick's Day at Slemish

    Broughshane

    Address

    Slemish Mountain, Carnstroan Lane, Broughshane, County Antrim, BT42 4PE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 300 1245 000

    events@midandeastantrim.gov.uk

    Price

    Free

    Type

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    St Patrick's Day

    Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day on March 17th with a trek up Slemish, connecting with its historical significance to St. Patrick. Enjoy stunning views and traditional music in this unique experience. The 1.5km walk takes an hour; wear suitable…

    Dates

    From:
    17 Mar 2026

    Price

    Free
    More Info

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