A traditional thatched Ulster -Scots farmhouse built in 1750’s.
The Andrew Jackson Cottage at Carrickfergus, highlights the strong connection between Carrickfergus, America and Ulster-Scots, as well as telling the story of Andrew Jackson, the 7th president of USA, whose parents emigrated to America from Carrickfergus in 1765.
December 7, 2021Read More
Antrim is the county town of County Antrim in Northern Ireland. Antrim is a small town not frequently visited by tourists, yet it is one of the more historic towns in Northern Ireland with many interesting sights and buildings of historic note.
March 19, 2020Read More
There are many wonderful parks and gardens throughout Antrim and Newtownabbey. The jewel in the crown is undoubtedly the beautifully restored 400-year old Antrim Castle Gardens with its Anglo Dutch canals, ponds and avenues providing a unique walkway into the past.
March 19, 2020Read More
Hidden quietly in the heart of Antrim Town, Pogue’s Entry is an unassuming yet fascinating place with an interesting history.
March 19, 2020Read More
The Barbican Gate is found in the market square of Antrim Town. It was the original entrance to Antrim Castle, also known as Massereene Castle. The arms of the Massereene family are displayed above the gate.
March 19, 2020Read More
Hidden quietly in the heart of Antrim Town, Pogue’s Entry is an unassuming yet fascinating place with an interesting history.
March 17, 2020Read More
The Gobbins Cliff Path is a re-awakened coastal experience at Islandmagee, County Antrim, Northern Ireland – on the Causeway Coastal Route. The path runs across bridges, past caves and through a tunnel along the spectacular cliff-face of The Gobbins Cliffs. It first opened in 1902 and quickly became famous as a white knuckle walk.
August 10, 2017Read More
Situated on the shore of Lough Neagh, the Lough Shore Park at Antrim is a popular destination for visitors and residents at all times of the year and has become well established for boating with a modern slipway providing easy access to the Lough. The Caravan Park lies on the tranquil and scenic shores of Lough Neagh and is the perfect stop-over point for visitors to Northern Ireland.
May 11, 2017Read More
The 191 hectare Carnfunnock Country Park has combined man-made attractions and entertainment with the splendour of its natural scenery in a way which is quite special.
October 14, 2016Read More
The Mid-Antrim Museum at The Braid features galleries showcasing an impressive collection of fascinating artefacts of both local and national significance, alongside an exciting range of changing exhibitions.
August 23, 2016Read More