Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025
If you love getting back to nature, then a visit to Glenariff Forest Park, which was formed by glaciers during the Ice Age, will not disappoint. This majestic park, covering over 1,000 hectares of mature woodland, conservation areas and shimmering lake, is immensely popular with walkers, horse-riders, caravanners and campers.
Take a scenic drive to see the rugged coastline and the dramatic contrast of the bright green pastures and the blue Irish Sea.
The Earls of Antrim have called it home for 400 years and its spectacular walled garden is one of Ireland’s oldest, and at one time it was almost burned to the ground, it is said on account of a fire being kept permanently burning to warm up a featherless parrot. Glenarm Castle is truly one of a kind.
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Ballycastle Beach during your travels in Ballycastle? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its bars.
You can learn about the history of Cushendall with a trip to Layde Old Church. Wander the seaside in this quaint area.
Find out about the history of Cushendall with a stop at Layde Graveyard. Wander the seaside in this quaint area.
