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which allows visitors to get close to species, living in habitats that
replicate their natural environment. Tel: (028) 9077 6277.
Belfast is home to the world-famous Harland and Wolff Shipyard,
which has been involved in the construction of numerous vessels
throughout the last century, the most famous of which is the Titanic.
Public access to the shipyard is limited. Applications should be made
in writing to the Public Affairs Office. Fast becoming known for its
vibrant club scene, modern bars and trendy pubs, Belfast offers
particular appeal for those looking for a great night out!
shopping Markets
If you want to enjoy a real taste of Belfast, visit St. George’s Market.
One of the most colourful and vibrant destinations in Belfast, St.
George’s Market has been voted one of the top five UK markets in 2006
by the National Association of British Market Authorities. The Friday
Variety Market runs from 6am to 1pm every Friday, with 248 market
stalls selling diverse wares from apples to zips and antiques to shark
meat. The fish section alone contains 23 fish stalls and has a deserved
reputation as the leading retail fish market on the island of Ireland. The Belfast City Hall
City Food & Garden Market takes place in St. George's every Saturday
from 9.00am until 3.00pm. St George’s on Saturday is a kaleidoscope literally come to life, are also planned for many of our larger sites. The
of colour, hosting some of Northern Ireland’s leading florists. More than events calendar is available to view online at
www.ehsni.gov.uk/events.
just a shopping experience, customers can sample the produce, relax
with a coffee and a newspaper, or take in live jazz or flamenco music. ANTRIM TOWN
Situated in West Street/Winetavern Street, Smithfield Market is Antrim town has a number of interesting buildings, including a fine
located in the heart of Belfast's retail district, opposite the Castle 18th century courthouse, Pogues Entry Historical Cottage (birthplace
Court shopping complex. The new Smithfield Market was completed in of Dr Alexander Irvine) and Clotworthy Arts Centre, which is located in
1986, replacing the pre-fabricated units erected after the bombing of the heart of Antrim Castle Gardens. The gardens have a number of
the old Victorian market in 1974. Leather working, picture framing, exceptional features, including a spectacular and unique parterre, long
computer and games equipment, collectable comics, dressmaking canal, a 12th century Norman motte and the remnants of Antrim
services, an art gallery and camping equipment can all be found at Castle. A 10th century Round Tower, built as part of a Celtic Monastic
Smithfield Market. Transport: There is a large car park situated to the Settlement, can also be visited in Steeple Park, about 1km out of town.
rear of Smithfield Market. Access to the car park is on Winetavern To the south of Antrim town is Lough Shore Park, which provides one
Street. Access from Millfield, or from North Street then through of the best access points to Lough Neagh. Nearby Randalstown is
Gresham Street. Tel: (028) 9032 3248. Web:
www.belfastcity.gov.uk. home to the impressive Shane’s Castle Estate, tel: (028) 9442 8216,
and Templepatrick has the National Trust owned Templetown
guestrooms accommodation Mausoleum and the pre-17th century house Castle Upton.
La Mon Hotel, 41 Gransha Road, Belfast, BT23 5RF. Tel: (028) 9044
8631; Email:
info@lamon.co.uk; Web:
www.lamon.co.uk. La Mon publicbuilding places of interest
Hotel & Country Club is a superb 4-star venue just 15 minutes from Antrim Information Centre, 16 High Street, Antrim, Tel: (028) 9442
Belfast city centre and is complete with a luxury health club, 8331; Email:
info@antrim.gov.uk. Antrim Borough boasts historic sites
including a 15m swimming pool, gymnasium, solarium, tennis court, and a wide range of leisure facilities. Junction One, Northern Ireland’s
beauty salon & hair studio. Moreover, La Mon’s 90 luxury bedrooms largest designer discount outlet, is located on the outskirts of Antrim
and award-winning cuisine offers the chance to escape the bustling town. The Lough Shore Park is a magnet for those seeking relaxation.
city centre and retreat to an altogether more luxurious environment. Historical sites include: Antrim Castle Gardens, Pogue’s Entry
Historical Cottage, Antrim Round Tower, the Holestone and Cranfield.
publicbuilding places of interest Visitors will also enjoy a range of leisure activities at Antrim Forum,
Newtownabbey Borough Council, Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey, Co. first class fishing on the Six Mile Water River and excellent golfing at
Antrim. Tel: +44 (0) 2890 340000; Fax: + 44 (0) 2890 340062; Allen Park, Hilton Templepatrick and Massereene Golf Club.
Email:
info@newtownabbey.gov.uk; Web:
www.newtownabbey.gov.uk. No
two visits to Newtownabbey are the same. Come and discover an BALLYCASTLE
abundance of places where you can enjoy the experiences offered by our At the end of the Causeway Coast where the Irish Sea meets the Atlantic,
world class restaurants, shops, places to stay, golf and sports facilities. is the pretty seaside town of Ballycastle, renowned for its Oul Lammas
Step back in time at Patterson’s Spade Mill or enjoy a living history tour Fair held each August. Just west of Ballycastle is the vertiginous Carrick-
at Sentry Hill ‘The History House’, a fascinating nineteenth century a-rede Rope Bridge, which spans an 80-foot-wide chasm to the salmon
farmhouse. The unique location fringing Belfast Lough and the gateway fishery. Weather permitting, it’s open daily from mid-March to early October
to the scenic Glens of Antrim paired with incomparable motorway access 10am–6pm (10am–7pm from mid-July through August). For further
and transport links to the nearby ferry ports, airports and Belfast city details contact the Tourist Information Centre. Tel: (028) 2076 2024.
centre make Newtownabbey the ideal location for your visit.
BALLYMENA
pointofinterest activities & pastimes Resting in the pleasant valley of the River Braid, Ballymena is a
Environment & Heritage Service, Klondyke Building, Gasworks fabulous shopping town, with the Saturday Market, which dates back
Business Park, Lower Ormeau Road, Belfast BT7 2JA. Tel: (028) to 1626, and two shopping centres. Its close proximity to Northern
9054 6754; Email:
ehsinfo@doeni.gov.uk. The Environment & Ireland’s principal sea and airports and excellent road and rail
Heritage Service has announced another packed programme of family networks makes Ballymena the perfect location for a weekend break.
events for 2007. A series of major “flagship” events will run in Sport and leisure facilities abound, including fishing, golf, walking
conjunction with smaller scale seasonal themed events with the aim to and horse-riding. The Ecos Centre is set in 150 acres of open
inspire, inform and enthuse young people and families about parkland and features a visitor centre with multimedia show, wind
environmental issues. ‘Living History’ events, where the past will turbine, picnic and play areas. Also worth a visit is the ancestral home
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