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Discover Glenarm Castle and Garden
Welcome to Glenarm Castle and Garden in County Antrim, one of the finest estates in all of Northern Ireland. Even in a land with such epic attractions as Titanic Belfast and the Giant’s Causeway, Glenarm more than holds its own.
Glenarm Castle was built by the 1st Earl of Antrim in 1636. Today, the current and 15th Earl of Antrim still lives here with his family! This ancestral seat of the McDonnell clan has gone through various changes down through the centuries, all of which can be uncovered on your visit, from the award-winning Walled Garden to the striking Barbican Gate. Let’s explore...
Ocean View Pods, Glenarm Castle and Garden, County Antrim
Glenarm highlights
Glenarm Castle is the jewel in the crown of this glittering estate on the County Antrim coast. But when a house has been around since the 17th century, it’s bound to have had its fair share of unwelcome guests. That’s why every room in Glenaram Castle has been exorcised... just to keep those pesky spirits from getting too comfortable. Visit Glenarm Castle to see for yourself!
The Castle has had a turbulent past, with various rooms and wings burned down in fires throughout the centuries. A fire in the 1920s was believed to have been caused by a bedroom fireside that kept the 11th Earl’s featherless parrot warm! As it is a private family home, castle tours are only available on select days each year so be sure to book ahead. The grand hall, sumptuous dining room and several more elegant interiors await.
Don’t miss the picturesque walled garden, which dates from the 1820s. Originally created to produce fresh food for the castle household, the garden has been carefully restored as a horticultural haven! As well as an abundance of brightly coloured flowers and plants, this unique garden is also home to a mount, yew circle, herb patch, glasshouse and SEVEN hedgehogs! See if you can spot them as you wander.
Beyond the castle
You might not expect to see ultra-modern e-bikes on an historic estate such as Glenarm, but they’re available to hire on site, along with a safety helmet and high visibility jacket. Full charged and ready to go, these e-bikes are the perfect way to explore the surrounding landscapes, from the famous Glens of Antrim to nearby Carnlough village.
If cars are more your thing, check out The Coach House Museum for a fantastic display of vintage and rare vehicles from Glenarm’s collection. It’s a must for petrol heads and history buffs, and the brightly coloured old motors make for great photographs for everyone else.
Fancy staying overnight on the estate? Well, Glenarm has three utterly unique accommodation options to choose from. The four-star Ocean View Pods offer WOW views of the Antrim coastline and if you love glamping, this is the spot to rest your head. If you’d prefer something with a bit more old-world charm, the Barbican Gate is calling. Built in 1825, this gate-lodge is akin to a miniature castle and comes complete with a wood-burning stove and a rooftop terrace from where you can survey your kingdom. Last but not least, the Mill House is a traditional cottage set on a working farm. Want to stay in all three? Us too!
Glernarm Castle and Garden, County Antrim
Titanic Belfast
Welcome to Titanic Belfast, an award-winning visitor experience offering the opportunity to learn about Titanic’s history, just a few minutes from where the ship herself was famously designed, built and launched in 1911. This self-guided tour tells the Titanic’s story from conception through to its first and final journey across the Atlantic, as well as the historical and cultural impact on Belfast and beyond.
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Antrim Lough Shore Park
Situated on the shores of Lough Neagh, the Lough Shore Park in Antrim is a popular destination for visitors and residents at all times of the year. It is an area steeped in history and natural beauty with many attractions and activities to enjoy.
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Kinbane Castle
Kinbane Castle is a Historic Monument sited in the townland of Cregganboy, located along the Causeway Coastal Route. The area surrounding it offers spectacular views of Rathlin Island and Dunagregor Iron Age fort.
Ballycastle
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Dunluce Castle
Dunluce is one of the most picturesque and romantic of Irish Castles. With evidence of settlement f...
Bushmills
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Royal Portrush Golf Club
Founded in 1888, the legendary Royal Portrush Golf Club has two Championship Courses - the renowned Dunluce Course and the smaller, but equally enjoyable Valley Course. Proud Hosts of The 148th Open in 2019.
Portrush
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House Belfast
Situated in the centre of Belfast’s vibrant Botanic Avenue, we are only a stones throw away from Qu...
Belfast
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Duke of York
Nestled along a narrow cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area, the Duke offers a traditional Belfast welcome of craic, music and humour.
Belfast
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Giant's Causeway
World Heritage Site and geological wonder steeped in legend
Antrim
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Lough Neagh Fisheries Visitors Centre
Providing tourists with in-depth and informative insight into the fishing industry on the Lough and the various fish species found there, including the epic 6,000 km migration of eels to and from the Sargasso Sea in the North Atlantic Ocean.
Toomebridge
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Blackhead Lightkeepers' Houses - Unit 1
Once the guardian of Belfast's glory days of shipping, Blackhead guided many great ships on their journey, none more than the famous Titanic. Perched on the edge of a cliff, Blackhead offers a wild, windswept retreat with a difference.
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Glenarm Marina
Visiting vessels welcome to Glenarm's historical limestone harbour.
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Glenarm Tourism Guided Walks
Glenarm Walkers offer guided walks on the 3rd Sunday of each month (registration at 2.00pm Glenarm Visitor Centre or 2.30pm at walk location), with exception of Easter Monday when the walk begins at 11.00am Glenarm Forest.
Ballymena
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