Below, you’ll find an overview of each of the Antrim Glens along with the most popular natural attractions each one boasts. Don’t forget to visit Mussenden Temple and Demense when in Country Derry Festivals in the Glens of Antrim As you venture closer to the charming town of Ballycastle, you will find yourself drawn into the enchanting realm of Glenshesk, the ‘Sedgy Glen’. Renowned for its unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance, Glenshesk offers a compelling experience that enriches your tour of the Glens of Antrim. Oissian’s Grave – The burial place of a Celtic Warrior and a Poet, it is a megalithic cairn, a mega stone tomb

If youreyes are fixed on something a little more luxurious, then give the Thermal Village, relaxation pods, hot tubs and mini-jacuzzis at Galgorm(4*) a whirl. A complete Glens of Antrim map attractions guide to the nine Glens are listed here. It includes how to get there and what to do. Follow the route to explore The Glens at your own place. Spend a few hours or a full day depending on how long you want to spend at each glen or use one of the glens as your base to explore up and down the eastern coast of Northern Ireland. Walkers can expect to experience all four seasons in one day! However, that said, each season does bring it’s own set of characteristics. Spring (March, April, and May)

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You simply can't miss the Giant's Causeway! Legend says it’s the remains of a causeway built by an Irish giant to meet a challenge to a fight by a Scottish giant. Or maybe the intriguing stones are volcanic. Either way the place is epic. End at one of the route’s jewels – Dunluce Castle. Perched dramatically on cliffs, it has already inspired C.S. Lewis’s Narnia and will inspire you too. Well hidden from the passing road is a place called Garron Tower or “bridbuilt” which was the summer home of the Marchioness of Londonderry. The Marchioness built the harbour at Carnlough, which was used to ship limestone from the Glencloy quarries for many years until silting in the harbour became a problem for the deeper-hulled boats. Glenariff an ancient village of huts. The villagers quarried flint and clay to make tools and pottery. Pits with remnants were discovered. It was thought that the flint flakes and broken pottery were thrown these pits with the hope that the land would give them more flint and clay From the rugged granite peaks of the mountains to the picturesque coastline below, the Mournes region is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This guide map has information about climbing, rambling or relaxing in the area.

Alternatively known as the valley of the colt’s foot or the valley of the burial chamber, Glanaan is steeped in mysticism. Ancient roots spread throughout the glen, touching the tip of Aghan Mountain and sweeping down to the ocean. Stroll along Glencorp’s quiet trails, which weave their way through an untouched valley encased by the surrounding woodland’s vibrant green blanket and the rolling hills’ undulating beauty. The sense of peace that pervades Glencorp is tangible, making it a firm favourite amongst those drawn to the calming embrace of the outdoors. There are various other trails available to you once you have completed the Antrim Glens and Coastline. Here are some other nearby Hillwalk Tours we offer: turning at the top of the glen, passing the Upper Inver Waterfall, you walk towards the sea along the far side of the glen with more fantastic views before zig-zagging down to the bottom of the glen There are Nine Glens in total, each one with its own character and quirks. We’ll take a closer look at all of them below, but each is named after a characteristic or item associated with the Glen. 3. Home to a wealth of beautyRevered as the ‘Brown Glen’, Glendun offers an array of captivating vistas and intriguing histories. Embark on a leisurely amble along the banks of the River Dun, where the path is strewn with charming sights of the formidable Antrim Plateau. The perfect blend of tranquillity and might is a sight to behold. An Exploration of Northern Ireland's Nine Glens of Antrim 14 An echo of times past, the derelict railway station of Retreat sits at the apex of the glen. Once the terminus of the Ballymena to Parkmore line, the station was a lifeline for local mines at Altmore, ferrying away lime and ore. There was once a proposal to extend the line to the Glenariffe narrow railway, but it remained a plan, never seeing fruition. Typically, your journey through the Glens of Antrim would commence in Glenarm. This charming and picturesque village is brimming with history, offering attractions like Glenarm Castle, the residence of the Earl of Antrim. The main towns and villages in the Glens are Ballycastle, Cushendun, Cushendall, Waterfoot, Carnlough and Glenarm. Noise can also be a form of pollution. Whoever walks through a forest talking and laughing loudly, for example, ruins the peace and quiet of other walkers, who can no longer hear the birds. The same goes for cell phones that suddenly start ringing. Keep the volume down and respect your surroundings. Ultimately, the point is to ensure that as many people as possible can enjoy walking through nature. So that applies to you, but also to those who tread the path after you.