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  1. Two people enjoying drinks in a hot tub beside a river within the Galgorm Resort.
    Northern Ireland’s premier luxury Resort and Spa, situated only 30 minutes from Belfast, is the perfect location to relax and get away from it all. Set within 450 acres of lush parkland, with the spectacular River Maine flowing through the estate, Galgorm Resort has a truly unique setting. This Resort is home to 125 luxurious guestrooms including Deluxe rooms, Junior and Signature Suites, as well as Lodge accommodation options that include Cottage Suites, Log Cabins, Forest Dens and Shepherd’s
  2. Ballygally Castle Hotel in low light
    Ideally located on the scenic Antrim coast, only 26 miles from Belfast and close to Larne, the Ballygally Castle faces the soft, sandy beaches of Ballygally Bay. The Castle dates back to 1625 and is unique in that it is the only 17th Century building still used as a residence in Northern Ireland today. The 54 bedrooms at the Ballygally Castle are full of character and charm. Beautiful, original beamed ceilings, combined with tasteful contemporary decor, add to the welcoming atmosphere. From the beautiful Antrim Suite, with its spectacular panoramic views to the new Garden wing and the original period rooms, uniquely shaped by the castle’s imposing architecture - the choice is yours.
  3. Tullyglass Hotel showing front of building in the sunlight.
    Set in its own grounds on the outskirts of Ballymena, the hotel is an imposing country residence dating from 1890 which has been sympathetically converted to retain its former style and character. The purpose built conference and banqueting suite can accommodate up to 840 seated guests. The famous six course Carvery Restaurant and Bistro Menu are available everyday.
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Signpost at Carnfunnock Country Park
LocationLarne

Packed full of fun family activities and attractions, Carnfunnock Country Park offers over 191…

Bannside Craft Shop, Bethlehem Abbey
LocationPortglenone

Our Lady of Bethlehem Abbey is a Cistercian monastery in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It was…

Garron Point
LocationCarnlough

Garron Point is an outstanding headland on the Causeway Coastal Route offering magnificent views.…

A couple of hikers sitting on a gate admiring the view of Slemish in the background
LocationBroughshane

Slemish Mountain is about 1,500 feet above sea level and is located close to Broughshane in County…

A woman and child having a pretend sword fight in the room at the top of the castle keep with the sun beaming through the window behind.
LocationCarrickfergus

Get ready to step back in time at Carrickfergus Castle, an incredible Norman castle nestled in the…

The People’s Park
LocationBallymena

45-acre urban park in the heart of Ballymena with something to do for all the family - you can…

Jacobean Knot Garden
LocationCarrickfergus

Home of Sir Arthur Chichester this delightful recreated Knot Garden is located close ot the Town…

A view of the tubular bridge with flowers on the rock face and the ocean beyond.
LocationIslandmagee

On the thrilling Gobbins Experience, nature isn’t content to just sit back and be admired. It…

Chaine Memorial Tower
LocationLarne

This special memorial tower stands tall on the western side of Larne Lough, at the entrance to…

Thermal Spa Village at Galgorm
LocationGalgorm, Ballymena

The Spa at Galgorm is a true haven of peace and tranquillity where every conceivable aspect of our…

Galgorm Castle Golf Club
LocationBallymena

Galgorm Castle Golf Club is an exciting mixture of the new and the old. This 18 hole, 6930 yards…

Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
LocationIslandmagee

Follow the winding road down to reach this hidden gem. With its picture-book perfect stone harbour…

Whitehead Golf Club
LocationWhitehead

The club boasts a challenging but fair 18 hole course coupled with excellent clubhouse facilities.…

Carrickfergus Golf Club
LocationCarrickfergus

With its imaginative use of water and sand the par of 68 is not matched that easily. The course…

Cairndhu Golf Club
LocationLarne

Superb parkland course designed by J.F.S. Morrison, partner in the firm of Colt, Allison and…

Family at Gleno Waterfall
LocationGleno

One of our lesser known ‘hidden treasures’, Gleno is a magnificent 30 foot waterfall nestling in…

War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
LocationCarrickfergus

Beautiful parkland on the waterfront of Carrickfergus within sight of the Castle featuring a…

A group of visitors listening to the tour guide inside Andrew Jackson Cottage standing by the fire.
LocationCarrickfergus

Located less than a mile from Carrickfergus town centre, the Andrew Jackson Cottage is a…

Carrickfergus Castle with King William statue
LocationCarrickfergus

Visit the King William III Statue, a bronze figure near Carrickfergus Castle on Castle Green.…

Straidkilly Nature Reserve
LocationCarnlough

Small and secluded Ulster Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve, located on an inland route between Glenarm…

Larne Town Parks
LocationLarne

Town Park and Chaine Park are delightful parks located on the Causeway Coastal route in Larne…

Knockagh Monument
LocationGreenisland

County Antrim War Memorial erected and dedicated to the fallen from the County of Antrim who fell…

Picture of Larne Promenade
LocationLarne

Enjoy a lovely walk along a one mile long stretch of Promenade running from Larne Leisure Centre,…

Saint Nicholas' Church
LocationCarrickfergus

Established in 1182 by the Anglo Norman, John de Courcy, St Nicholas' has many historic features…

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The Clockhouse Restaurant @ Leighinmohr House Hotel
LocationBallymena

The Clockhouse in the Leighinmohr House Hotel, Ballymena is one of County Antrim’s leading eateries…

The Garden Restaurant at Ballygally Castle
LocationBallygally

The Garden Restaurant situated within Ballygally Castle Hotel has the character and charm you would…

The Front Page Bar
LocationBallymena

A “traditional-meets-modern” award winning and innovative pub in the centre of Ballymena, which…

Interior of 7 Bistro / Cafe with grey floor and black tables and chairs
LocationCarrickfergus

Discover @7 in The Courtyard, Carrickfergus: a cosy spot offering all-day breakfast, delicious…

Table and seats within Prom Cafe looking out window to sea.
LocationLarne

The Prom Café, located in Larne beside a delightful promenade walk and Jurassic coastline, offers…

The Crosskeys Inn
LocationToome

The Crosskeys Inn c.1654 is the oldest thatched pub in Ireland and one of Ireland's most famous…

Exterior of The Stove in Larne with seats outside
LocationLarne

Experience mouthwatering homemade food at The Stove on Main Street, Larne! Voted best in 2022,…

Millar's Bar Ballycarry
LocationBallycarry

Established in 1754, Millar's Bar in Ballycarry offers traditional fare and refreshing drinks in an…

Castle Kitchen and Bar at Galgorm
LocationBallymena

The distinct warmth, and ambience of Castle Kitchen + Bar make it a space for all occasions and…

White exterior of Shores. Whitehead with windows facing onto Whitehead promenade.
LocationWhitehead

Shores offers a serene seaside setting on the Whitehead Promenade on the Causeway Coastal Route. …

Hillstown Farm Shop & Cafe
LocationRandalstown

The Kitchen @ Hillstown Farm Shop, located between Randalstown and Ahoghll sells locally produced,…

The Dancing Goat Cafe
LocationCarrickfergus

Located in the grounds of Carrickfergus Urban Farm, The Dancing Goat Café is a not-for-profit…

Pink exterior of Coast Road Inn in Glenarm with flowers outside and collectible window display
LocationGlenarm

The Coast Road Inn in Glenarm offers a friendly atmosphere, local drinks, and cosy decor near…

Exterior seating area of Harbour Lights Cafe in Carnlough
LocationCarnlough

Harbour Lights Cafe in Carnlough offers hearty breakfasts until noon and a diverse lunch menu…

Exterior of Brew Coffee Shop with seating area and herald trumpeters
LocationBroughshane

Welcome to BREW in Broughshane, where sustainabiy sourced coffee, premium teas, and homemade…

Mary And Martha’s Vintage Tea Room
LocationAhoghill

Mary and Martha’s Vintage Tea Room in Ahoghill have a choice of great quality food, whether that’s…

Gillies Grill at Galgorm
LocationBallymena

Gillies Grill offers a casual style of dining with menus catering for a wide range of tastes,…

Family of 3 children and 2 adults sitting eating and drinking tea around a wooden dining table in the railway musuem cafe
LocationWhitehead

Step into nostalgia at the Cups & Carriages Tea Room in Whitehead Railway Museum on the Causeway…

Toast
LocationCullybackey

“Toast” stands for Totally Original And Seriously Tasty and is a delightful café in the heart of…

M & M's at Ballymena Golf Club
LocationBroughshane

M&M's Restaurant at Ballymena Golf Club in Broughshane offers a diverse menu, function room for 150…

Shop front of Morelli's @ Mandy's with black frames and purple signage.
LocationBroughshane

At Morelli's @ Mandy's in Broughshane, enjoy all-day frys, hearty meals, light bites, savoury…

Exterior sign for The Back Lane Grill in red and white writing on black background
LocationCarrickfergus

The Back Lane Grill in Carrickfergus, on the Causeway Coastal Route, offers a cosy, family-friendly…

PaPa Browns Grill
LocationCarrickfergus

Relaxed colonial-style diner and bar serving an all-day menu, within easy walking distance of…

Landings Restaurant @ Dobbins
LocationCarrickfergus

Dobbins Inn, with its unique 800 year history is located in the heart of Carrickfergus on the High…

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Carnfunnock Family Funzone
LocationBallygally, Larne

Carnfunnock Family Funzone, in Carnfunnock Country Park on the Causeway Coastal Route is the…

Easter at Carrickfergus Castle
LocationCarrickfergus

Celebrate Easter at Carrickfergus Castle on the Causeway Coastal Route with family-friendly trails,…

Poster to publicise Easter Fun & Egg Hunt in Ballymena town centre on Friday 18 April 2025, with images of Easter eggs and Easter Bunny.
LocationBallymena

Join the Easter fun in Ballymena Town Centre on Good Friday, 18 April, from 12:00 - 15:00! Enjoy…

Group of volunteers with Easter Bunny standing outside steam train at Whitehead Railway Museum
LocationWhitehead

Visit Whitehead Railway Museum this Easter for a fun filled day! Enjoy a short steam train ride…

Two white and cream rabbits eating leaves
LocationCarrickfergus

Come along to Carrickfergus Urban Farm for an Easter Fun Day on 19 April with egg hunts, games,…

Image of Drumalis House
LocationLarne

Drumalis Retreat and Conference Centre in Larne invites visitors to its Easter Monday Open Day,…

Pack of competitive runners running down street in Whitehead as part of Whitehead Road Race
LocationWhitehead

Join the historic Whitehead Easter Road Race on 21 April 2025! Northern Ireland’s longest-standing…

Alice
LocationLarne

interactive dance and drama session

3 bears
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

If you go down to the woods today, you're sure of a big surprise...

Easter
LocationLarne

Kite Making Workshop

puppets
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Create Your Own Shadow Puppets

Easter
Location11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Learn how to make a beautiful kite in this family friendly caregiver and child workshop with Artist…

Baby
LocationLarne

Join us for an Easter themed Baby Rave

Elves
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

This adaptation of the much loved Brothers Grimm classic fairy tale uses puppetry, object theatre…

puppets
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Create Your Own Shadow Puppets

Baby
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Join us for an Easter themed Baby Rave filled with music.

Braid Film Theatre and Fright Club NI presents Aliens (1986)
Location1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena

Braid Film Theatre and Fright Club NI presents Aliens (1986)

Room set up for Dobbins dining experiece as part of Dobbins Dander and Dine with seats and long tables in front of a large fireplace.
LocationCarrickfergus

Discover the history of Carrickfergus through a walking tour & medieval inspired dining experience…

Bird of Prey
LocationLarne

An opportunity to get close to a bird of prey during an educational talk and presentation by Ian…

Vinyl Record Fair
LocationCarrickfergus

Belfast Record Fair returns to Carrickfergus Town Hall this spring, offering vinyl classics, new…

Train at Larne Harbour
LocationLarne

An entertaining sweep through history with the significance of the railway.

Image of Drumalis House
LocationLarne

Step aboard for “Transgressions on the Titanic,” a murder mystery fundraiser at Drumalis Retreat &…

Poster to publicise Carrickfergus Artisan Market with image of Castle and time from 11am to 3pm on first Saturday of the Month.
LocationCarrickfergus

Explore Carrickfergus' Outdoor Artisan Market for handmade gifts and treats, operating monthly from…

Glenarm Monthly Community Market
LocationGlenarm

Explore the Glenarm Monthly Community Market for artisan crafts, local treats, and live music.…

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