190,000 people are expected to attend The 148th Open which takes place at Royal Portrush Golf Club from 14th – 21st July, 2019. It’s going to be the largest sporting event ever staged on the island of Ireland as the world’s greatest players compete for the Claret Jug. This event is a fantastic opportunity for you to visit the Causeway Coast and Glens and experience some of the greatest links and parklands in the world! Royal Portrush Royal Portrush […]
Planning your next break to Northern Ireland’s incredible Causeway Coast and Glens? There’s plenty of great places to stay throughout the area. If you’re searching for a unique and quirky place to rest your head, read on! Bunk up in a Barn Experience a real Irish welcome at Ballyeamon Barn, Cushendall. This is a hostel with a difference; Ballyeamon Barn has its own “session house” where visitors have the chance to meet local musicians and singers during regular […]
Bank holiday Monday will soon be here! Will you be enjoying a short spring break in the Causeway Coast and Glens? Here’s 20 things you can see, do and experience during your stay: 1. Explore historical ruins With Medieval castles, abandoned friaries, and desolate mansions, the Causeway Coastal Route is home to some of Northern Ireland’s richest historical sites. Be sure to check out Dunluce Castle, Bonamargy Friary, Kinbane Castle and Downhill Demesne to learn about the tales behind […]
Get ready for an incredible month of exciting events taking place across the Causeway Coast and Glens this May! Here’s a few highlights of what’s to come this month: Cushendun Big Arts Weekend 3-6 May We get off to an a-MAY-zing start with Cushendun’s very special Big Arts Weekend, which will feature four days of music, drama, poetry, art, walks, workshops and family fun in one of the most beautiful villages in the Glens of Antrim. Antrim […]
Northern Ireland has been used for filming several scenes from HBO’s epic drama series, Game of Thrones®, and many of these locations can be found in the stunning Causeway Coast and Glens. We’ve put together a list of the locations to visit in the region where you can fully immerse yourself in George R.R. Martin’s medieval fantasy world of Westeros. If you’ve only recently started watching the series, then be warned that this post may contain spoilers! Cushendun Caves These intriguing […]
An unidentified species of bird that has been likened to the New Zealand Kiwi Bird was reportedly sighted on Rathlin Island on Monday morning. The discovery was made by Seamus Keanie, a retired shopkeeper who has lived on the island for over 50 years. The local man describes his sighting of the flightless bird as ‘bizarre’ Mr. Keanie, who was out for his morning walk along the Island’s harbour, stumbled upon the bird at around 8:00am when he spotted the […]
Northern Ireland’s stunning Causeway Coast and Glens is any traveller’s dream. Sandy beaches, quaint fishing villages, and some of Ireland’s most iconic attractions (including the famous Giant’s Causeway) are just some of the highlights of this world-famous destination. There is truly something for everyone to enjoy on the route, whether you’re seeking adventure or just want to unwind, relax and get back to nature, the beauty of choice lies within the Causeway Coastal Route. Planning a trip soon? Here’s […]
5 Epic Rural Retreats in the Causeway Coast and Glens People go on holiday for many different reasons: some travel for adventure, some go to check out the local culture, and others just want to simply switch off and relax. The Causeway Coast and Glens is the perfect holiday destination for anyone, regardless of what they want to get out of their timeout. The only issue however, is choosing where to stay – after all, there’s an abundance of […]
10 Places to Pop the Question on the Causeway Coastal Route this Valentine’s Day Need inspiration for the perfect place to pop the question on Valentine’s Day? Look no further! The Causeway Coast and Glens area is home to some of the most romantic spots on Earth. Here’s just a few of our favourites: 1. Roe Valley Country Park, Limavady Situated on the outskirts of Limavady, this walking trail is the perfect secluded spot for spending quality time together. […]
EXPERIENCE ONE OF THE GREATEST SPORTING EVENTS IN THE WORLD The Open returns to Royal Portrush Golf Club for the first time in almost 70 years and you can still be there to experience one of the greatest sporting events in the world. Championship Day tickets may have sold out but you can purchase tickets to the Practice Days where you can get up close to your heroes, watch them on course as they fine tune their games or […]
