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  1. 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…

  2. A couple of hikers sitting on a gate admiring the view of Slemish in the background
    A hiker standing on the edge of Slemish
    A couple sitting down on the edge of Slemish with surrounding countryside in view
    A couple of hikers sitting on a gate admiring the view of Slemish in the background
    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
  3. 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)
  4. 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
    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
  5. Picture of Larne Promenade
    Chaine Memorial Tower with dog walkers on the adjacent beach.
    Picture of Larne Promenade
    Chaine Memorial Tower with dog walkers on the adjacent beach.

    Larne

    Address

    Tower Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Enjoy a lovely walk along a one mile long stretch of Promenade running from Larne Leisure Centre, parallel with the Causeway Coastal route. Pass by Waterloo Bay, view lots of bird life and dramatic scenery or walk to Town Parks and the Coast Road.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. Whitehead

    Address

    Mccraes Brae, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9337 0820

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    The club boasts a challenging but fair 18 hole course coupled with excellent clubhouse facilities. The club professional Colin Farr offers an excellent fully stocked shop and a full range of repair and teaching services.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  7. A view of the tubular bridge with flowers on the rock face and the ocean beyond.
    a male and female at the entrance of the Gobbins Cliff path
    tour group on Gobbins cliff path metal bridge looking out over the sea
    metal walk bridge overhanging the sea cliff with standing viewpoint at end overlooking the sea.
    tour group on walk bridge, walking towards cave entrance
    group on walk bridge looking out onto the cliff face
    Tour group climbing steps on cliff side
    Tour on Swingbridge at The Gobbins
    A view of the tubular bridge with flowers on the rock face and the ocean beyond.
    a male and female at the entrance of the Gobbins Cliff path
    tour group on Gobbins cliff path metal bridge looking out over the sea
    metal walk bridge overhanging the sea cliff with standing viewpoint at end overlooking the sea.
    tour group on walk bridge, walking towards cave entrance
    group on walk bridge looking out onto the cliff face
    Tour group climbing steps on cliff side
    Tour on Swingbridge at The Gobbins

    Islandmagee

    Address

    The Gobbins Visitor Centre, 68 Middle Road, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3SL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9337 2318

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    On the thrilling Gobbins Experience, nature isn’t content to just sit back and be admired. It completely engulfs you: from the all-enveloping Irish Sea winds and the dolphins dancing off the coastline. Pull on your walking boots and enjoy this 2…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  8. Aerial view of Glenarm Castle & Gardens with the ocean beyond.
    Aerial view of Glenarm Castle & Gardens with the ocean beyond.

    Glenarm

    Address

    Castle Demesne, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0BD

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 2884 1203

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Crowned "Historic Houses 2023 Garden of the Year", Glenarm Castle and its walled gardens are a true national treasure. One of Ireland's oldest estates, and home to the Earls of Antrim, Glenarm Castle offers incredible garden walks, with stunning…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  9. Carrickfergus

    Address

    100 Woodburn Road, West Division, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 9AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9336 7899

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    Belfast City tours of the Titanic centre Peace wall, Queens, Albert clock, Stormont and Carrickfergus Castle. Also indulge yourself in a full 8hr day of the North coast of Antrim and see Giants Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge.

  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. 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)
  12. 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.

  13. 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)
  14. War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Marine Gardens Play Park with pirate ship featuring tube slide
    Children's green slide and play equipment at Marine Gardens Play Park
    Planted border beside paving area with Carrickfergus Clock Tower to rear
    Churchill Tank at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Entrance sign to Marine Gardens Play Park
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens with paved and planted areas
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Marine Gardens Play Park with pirate ship featuring tube slide
    Children's green slide and play equipment at Marine Gardens Play Park
    Planted border beside paving area with Carrickfergus Clock Tower to rear
    Churchill Tank at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Entrance sign to Marine Gardens Play Park
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens with paved and planted areas

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8232

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Beautiful parkland on the waterfront of Carrickfergus within sight of the Castle featuring a children's playground (currently closed for refurbishment), special memorial area, gardens and picnic area.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Marine Gardens and Promenade has free designated accessible parking on site for cars, coaches and minibuses located at Carrickfergus Castle Car Park. A smaller free car park is also available next to the play park entrance.
  15. 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)
  16. Carrickfergus

    Address

    156 Upper Road, Greenisland, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 8RW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9086 2236

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    Greenisland is a challenging 9 hole mature parkland golf course situated under the imposing Knockagh Monument, and offers panoramic views from Carrickfergus to Belfast and across Belfast Lough to County Down.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  17. Man and woman walking alongside River in Glenarm Forest surrounded by trees
    Man and woman walking along gravel path in Glenarm Forest surrounded by trees
    Man and woman walking alongside River in Glenarm Forest surrounded by trees
    Man and woman walking along gravel path in Glenarm Forest surrounded by trees

    Glenarm

    Address

    Toberwine Street, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0EE

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Explore the hidden charm of Glenarm Forest, boasting impressive views of Glenarm Castle, diverse wildlife, vibrant flora, and the meandering Glenarm River. Despite its modest size, the forest hosts a rich array of tree species. Follow color-coded…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  18. 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)
  19. 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)
  20. Map showing access while Carnfunnock Country Park is under redevelopment during 2025 & 2026.

    Larne

    Address

    Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 2QG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7748 623 227

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Carnfunnock Country Park is closed for a £7 million redevelopment beginning 7 July 2025, lasting approximately 15 months. Plans include a new visitor centre, bike park, improved accessibility, upgraded playpark, and enhanced caravan park facilities.…

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