On the World Famous Antrim Coast
The ideal centre for touring the Glens of Antrim and the Giant's Causeway.
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Events 2008
Walk the Glens Festival, Cushendall
6th - 8th June 08
From local heritage walks for the novice to the more challenging mountain treks for the serious walker. All walks through the breathtakingly beautiful Glens of Antrim are led by experienced local guides, helping to guarantee a weekend of walks, culture and craic for everyone. Special walks and accommodation rates are available.
Contact details
Cushendall
Co.Antrim
Tel: +44 (0)28 2076 2024
Alt: +44 (0)28 2177 1378
Picnic in the Park
8th June 08
Carnfunnock Country Park
A fun filled day out for all the family
Contact details:
Carnfunnock Country Park
Coast Road
Drains Bay
Larne Co Antrim
BT40 2QG
Tel: +44 (0)28 2827 0541 (in season)
Alt: +44 (0)28 2826 0088 (out of season)
Email carnfunnock@btconnect.com
International Fencing Tournament
Carrickfergus, 7th - 8th June 08
The Carrick Castle Tournament has the reputation of being a great fun and friendly event held in the spectacular surroundings of a Medieval Castle - what better venue for a fencing tournament.
Last years saw competitors from clubs from England, Scotland, Ireland and Spain as well as many local clubs and the winners were all presented with ceremonial swords, a fantastic prize to take home.
For further information contact Carrickfergus Tourist Information visit www.carrickfergus.org
Contact details
Carrickfergus Castle Marine Highway
Carrickfergus
Co.Antrim
Tel: +44 (0)28 9335 1273
Alt: +44 (0)28 9335 8049
Highland Games
14th - 15th July 08
Glenarm Castle
Traditional World Highland Games, Pole climbing, piping competition, International sheep shearing competition, archery, pony rides, trade stalls, entertainment, childrens activities and much more.
TULIP FESTIVAL AND CASTLE OPEN DAYS
Saturday 3rd May - 5th May
3rd annual tulip festival. Glenarm Castle is open to the public for guided tours.
FOLKLORE AND FAERIES
Saturday 20th September
With magicians, puppets, music, leprechauns and faeries this is an event for all the family. Genarm Castle is open to the public for guided tours.
Contact Details:
Glenarm Castle
2 Castle Lane
Ballymena
Co Antrim
BT44 0BQ
Tel: +44 (0)28 2884 1203
Fax: +44 (0)28 2884 1305
Email: info@glenarmcastle.com
The Heart of the Glens Festival, Cushendall
2nd - 10th August 08
The 18th Annual Heart of the Glens Festival. This year's nine day fun filled festival includes activities to suit all ages including: Teddy Bear Picnic's, Luirg Run, Various Walks around the Glens, Family Fun Vintage Day, Busking and Food Festival and much, much more.
This year promises to provide great craic and entertainment for all the family and no Heart of the Glens Festival would be complete without the longest Waves of Tory' in Ireland and Street Ceili Night.
Contact details
Main Street
Cushendall
Co.Antrim
Tel: +44 (0)28 2076 2024
Alt: +44 (0)28 2177 1378
Halloween Celebration
30th October 08
Carnfunnock Country Park
Family night out, entertainment and fireworks display
Contact details:
Carnfunnock Country Park
Coast Road
Drain's Bay
Larne Co Antrim
BT40 2QG
Tel: +44 (0)28 2827 0541 (in season)
Alt: +44 (0)28 2826 0088 (out of season)
Email carnfunnock@btconnect.com