AprilJuly 8pm, Riverside Theatre, BT52 1SA A presentation from Victoria Lagan Dance and Drama What’sstudents. Tickets: £13 On Guide 2018

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www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 03 March March CAUSEWAY FOODIE TOURS - Lass and have it prepared along CATCH AND SEA with local seasonal produce for a memorable feast at Wednesday 28th March Babushka, overlooking the West Strand. 6.45am - Harbour, Portrush BT56 8DF £55pp (Booking essential as numbers are limited to 12). A sunrise fishing trip departing from North Pier, Portrush T: 07912 408 256 Harbour. Catch your breakfast aboard The Causeway E: [email protected] Lass and have it prepared along with local seasonal W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com produce for a memorable feast at Babushka, overlooking the West Strand. EASTER AT £55pp (Booking essential as numbers are limited to 12). Saturday 31st March T: 07912 408 256 Benone Complex, 55 Benone Avenue, E: [email protected] BT49 0LQ W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com 1pm-2pm, Under 8s Tennis Coaching with Paul Logan £4 per session. 2-3pm, Over 8s Tennis Coaching with Paul LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Logan, £4 per session. Wednesday 28th – Thursday 29th March Sunday 1st April 7.30pm - Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA 10am-11am, Under 8s Tennis Coaching with Paul Logan A drama for children and young people. Tickets: £10 £4 per session.11am-12noon, 8 and over Tennis Coaching T: 028 7012 3123 with Paul Logan. 3pm-5pm, Parent and child book folding W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk workshop (8 yrs plus) T: 028 7775 0555 FARM TOY & MODEL SHOW E: [email protected] Friday 30th March W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk 10am to 2pm – Magherabuoy House Hotel, AN AUDIENCE WITH RODD HOGG & FIDDLER ADAM Portrush BT56 8NX Saturday 31st March Featuring contemporary and older toy and model tractors, Organised by United Youth Academy. implements and machinery as well as gifts, books, Ballybrakes Community Indoor Bowling Club , clothing, soft furnishings. Adults: £5, Under 16: £1 Ballybrakes Road, Ballymoney BT53 6LW T: 07732 266 502 Be mesmerised by close-up Magician Rodd Hogg and E: [email protected] guest musician Fiddler Adam for an exceptional night of W: www.nationalminitrac.com entertainment. Over 18’s. Tickets £10 from Ballymoney United Youth Football Academy. BRITAIN’S GOT TALENT AND SO DOES COLERAINE T: 07762 202 811 Friday 30th March 8pm - Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET AT EASTER An evening of local talent. Tickets: £12.50 Saturday 31st March T: 028 7012 3123 9am-4pm – The Diamond, W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk Coleraine BT52 1DE Causeway Speciality Market is supportive of local CAUSEWAY FOODIE TOURS - producers and sets up outside Coleraine Town Hall. All CATCH & SEA products are either organic or speciality goods. Quality art, Saturday 31st March crafts and gifts for sale too. 6.45am - Portrush Harbour, T: 028 7034 7034 Portrush BT56 8DF E: [email protected] A sunrise fishing trip departing from North Pier, Portrush W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk Harbour. Catch your breakfast aboard The Causeway

04 I What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 05 March April THE BIG EASTER WORKSHOP Saturday 31st March 10.30 – 12.30pm – Flowerfield Arts Centre, BT55 7HU Children can decorate an Easter card, paint a flower pot and plant a sunflower seed. T: 028 7083 1400 E: [email protected] W: www.flowerfield.org

EASTER PROGRAMME AT CARROWMENA Saturday 31st March - Saturday 7th April Carrowmena Activity Centre, 100 Road, Limavady BT49 9EB Fun and adventure awaits every day during the Easter Holidays at Carrowmena. Programme: 10.00am - 1.00pm - Climbing Wall / Leap of Faith / Archery 2pm - 4.30pm - Canoeing / Kayaking Prices: Child ½ Day £20pp / Full Day £35pp, Adult ½ Day £30pp / Full Day £50pp Family (2A & 3K) ½ Day £105 / Full Day £170 ½ Day 10am - 1pm or 2-4.30pm. Full Day is BOTH. T: 028 7776 3431 E: [email protected] W: www.carrowmena.co.uk

PILGRIMAGE BY SARAH CARRINGTON Saturday 31st March - Saturday 26th May Flowerfield Arts Centre, 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart BT55 7HU Art exhibition by Sarah Carrington. In this beautiful exhibition, Sarah explores Columba’s coastlines, from the North of Ireland to Iona, in a series of paintings and drawings. Admission free. T: 028 7083 1400 E: [email protected] W: www.flowerfield.org

06 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 07 April April AWAY A WEE WALK Join us for some Easter fun and Daily Throughout April Easter crafts at Downhill Demesne. Explore the natural 12:15pm departing from Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre play area and see new signs of spring in the meadows. Guided hiking tour of the Giant’s Causeway cliff path. Normal admission. Includes rambler bus, 3.5 hour guided cliff walk, visit to the T: 028 7084 8728 Causeway stones and shuttle bus. Tours £35pp Booking E: [email protected] essential by 4pm the day before. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- Bookings can be made through all visitor information hezlett-house centres in the Causeway Coast and Glens, see back cover of guide for contacts. - DALRIADA KINGDOM TOURS E: [email protected] Daily throughout April W: www.awayaweewalk.com 11am departing from Dunluce Castle Join tour guide Mark for a spectacular tour of Dunluce METALS, WEALTH & WAR EXHIBITION Castle which is Ulster’s most important landmark site. Tuesday 6th February – Saturday 7th April Learn how its history forms and shapes this corner of Open: Mon-Thurs & Sat 9am-5pm Fri 9am-5pm Ireland in the most dramatic fashion. Ballymoney Museum,Townhead Street BT53 6BE Contact Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre to book. This exhibition by Council’s Museum Services surveys the T: 028 2076 2024 Bronze Age in the Causeway area, and explores some of E: [email protected] the most recent archaeological discoveries. W: www.dalriadakingdom.com Admission Free T: 028 2766 0230 GAME OF THRONES TOUR E: [email protected] Every Tuesday and Friday W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, WORLD ILLUSTRATION AWARDS 2017 Coleraine BT52 1PQ Saturday 10th March – Saturday 7th April Join this luxury tour and visit some of the most spectacular Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, Limavady Game of Thrones locations. £40pp. Touring exhibition showcasing the best of international Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor illustration. Original works on display include murals, Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 posters, packaging and children’s books by artists from T: 07718 805 633 the UK, USA, Italy, the Netherlands, South Korea, Hong E: [email protected] Kong and Israel. W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk T: 028 7776 0650 E: [email protected] CAUSEWAY COAST GUIDED TOUR W: www.roevalleyarts.com Every Wednesday and Saturday in April 9:30am – 4:30pm – PEACE OF MIND, THE PAVESTONE COLLECTIVE departs 3 Railway Place, Monday 12th March – Saturday 28th April Coleraine BT52 1PQ Exhibition at the Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA Visit all the spectacular sites of the Causeway Coast on T: 028 7012 3123 this luxury day tour. £55 per person. W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 EASTER AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE T: 07718 805 633 Monday 26th March – Sunday 8th April E: [email protected] 12 noon to 4pm – Downhill Demesne, W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk Mussenden Road, BT51 4RP

08 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 09 April April THE RATHLIN EXPERIENCE WALKING TOUR EASTER MONSTER EGG ROLL Sunday 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29 April Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd April 11am 11.30am, Watertop Farm, 188 Cushendall Road, Ballycastle Rathlin Island (Meeting Point: Rathlin Island Ferry Terminal) Annual event at Watertop Farm attracting families from Enjoy an Island steeped in history and folklore with Nine year to year enjoying, not only the Egg Roll, but also the Glens Walking Tours Guide. Situated just off the coast of many farm activities including Paddiwagon, Quad Train, Ballycastle it is home to one of the largest bird sanctuaries New Indoor Activity Barn with Giant Inflatable Slide, Pony in Northern Ireland and the perfect spot for a family day Rides, Boating and much more. Families can also enjoy a out. £10pp (ferry travel not included). snack in the Lakeside Tea House. T: 028 2076 2024 T: 028 2076 2576 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk / W: watertopfarm.co.uk www.dalriadakingdomtours.co.uk EASTER AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE EASTER EGG TRAIL AT CARROWMENA Sunday 1st – Sunday 8th April Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd April 12 noon to 4pm – Downhill Demesne, 11am – 4pm. Carrowmena Activity Centre, Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP 100 Carrowclare Road, Join us for some Easter fun and Easter crafts at Downhill Limavady BT49 9EB Demesne. Explore the natural play ‘Eggcellent’ Easter Egg Trail at Carrowmena. Follow the area and see new signs of spring in the meadows. trails, unlock the code and win a prize. Activities include Normal admission. Easter Egg Trail, face painting, inflatable fun and an arts & T: 028 7084 8728 crafts corner. E: [email protected] Prices: Kids £8 / Adults £3 / Family £25. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- T: 028 7776 3431 hezlett-house E: [email protected] W: www.carrowmena.co.uk EASTER EGG HUNT AT ROSEPARK FARM Sunday 1st April CADBURY EASTER EGG HUNTS 12noon – 4pm Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd April Rosepark Farm, 98 Bravallen Road, Ballymoney BT53 7DU 12 noon – 4pm – Downhill Demesne, Family Easter fun activities around the farm. Follow the Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP Scavenger sheet to find clues to name the Easter Bunny Bring the whole family together for the magic of a Cadbury and win an Easter egg prize. Easter Egg Hunt. Follow Bunny’s clues and finish your T: 028 2766 5554 adventure with a delicious, chocolatey treat. Normal E: [email protected] admission. Hunts £1.50 per child. W: www.roseparkfarm.com T: 028 7084 8728 E: [email protected] EASTER AT BENONE W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- Monday 2nd April hezlett-house Benone Complex, 55 Benone Avenue, Limavady BT49 0LQ 1–2pm – Emoji Easter Fun EASTER STREET THEATRE £2 per child, under 8s must be accompanied by an Monday 2nd April adult. Limited number of spaces available please book at 1.30 Portrush and 4pm Portstewart reception. Spectacular free street theatre featuring exciting circus T: 028 7775 0555 shows. E: [email protected] W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk

10 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 11 April April BALLYCASTLE EASTER FAMILY STREET THEATRE find puffins, gannets, gullimots, Sunday 2nd April fulmars and razorbills. Enjoy amazing views and keep 2pm & 4pm, Ballycastle Seafront a lookout for dolphins and basking sharks. Then speed Free street theatre and family entertainment suitable for all across to Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge to enjoy the ages. Enjoy slapstick comedy and a variety of circus skills. views and next stop Kenbane Castle before returning to T: 028 2076 2024 Ballycastle.Booking essential. £30pp. Bookings can also E: [email protected] be made through Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre. W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com Tel: 028 2076 2024 T: 028 7083 2584 BALLYCASTLE EASTER MONDAY ARTISAN MARKET E: [email protected] Monday 2nd April W: www.aquaholics.co.uk 11am - 4pm. Marine Hotel, Ballycastle Come along and enjoy browsing for great quality produce. AQUAHOLICS DUNLUCE CASTLE & THE GIANT’S Find a great selection of local produce on offer and be CAUSEWAY SEA SAFARI TRIP amazed at the quality of the produce and handcrafted Tuesday 3rd April goods. Each market offers something different with a 3– 5pm - Portstewart Harbour, variety of traders. Everyone welcome to come along to the Portstewart BT55 7AY Marine Hotel and enjoy the atmosphere and sample some Aquaholics’ Tour of Dunluce Castle, Skerries, White of the produce, and do some shopping. Free admission. Rocks and the whole of the Giant’s Causeway right up to Dog-Friendly. Benbane Head. Tickets: £30 per person, T: 07723 622 008 children under 12: £20 E: [email protected] Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Visitor W: www.naturallynorthandcoastandglens.co.uk Information Centre. Tel: 028 2076 2024 T: 028 7083 2584 DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY E: [email protected] Monday 2nd April W: www.aquaholics.co.uk 12 noon – 5pm - 48 Damhead Road, Coleraine BT52 2JS A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Displays and Picnic CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS - facilities. CATCH & SEA Adults: £2, Children: £1 Tuesday 3rd, Saturday 7th and Saturday 28th April T: 07703 254 595 6.45am - Portrush Harbour, E: [email protected] Portrush BT56 8DF A sunrise fishing trip departing from North Pier, Portrush EASTER DRAMA SCHOOL Harbour. See page 4 for more information. Monday 2nd April – Saturday 7th April £55pp (Booking essential as numbers are limited to 12). Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre T: 07912 408 256 Artist-led drama school commencing Monday 2nd April – E: [email protected] Saturday 7th April for children aged years 5-8 and 9-12. W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com Children will participate in drama and craft workshops. T: 028 7776 0650 CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – E: [email protected] DRAM ON THE BANN W: www.roevalleyarts.com Tuesday 3rd April 12-2.30pm. Group meets Waterside Pontoon, Coleraine PUFFIN EXPRESS & CARRICK-A-REDE SEA SAFARI 11.45am Tuesday 3rd April Launched in December 2017, Dram on the Bann is an Depart 3pm, Ballycastle Marina informal boat trip on the beautiful offering a Travel across Rathlin Sound to the SW corner in search relaxed and informative afternoon of whiskey or gin, food of seals, then around Bull Point to the West Lighthouse to tasting and a light sprinkling of stunning scenery and

12 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 13 April April wildlife on the Bann Estuary. Prepare to set sail, whilst EASTER KIDS CAMP being greeted by an expert Whiskey & Spirit Ambassador AT ALIVE SURF SCHOOL the ‘Whiskey Lad’ with a Dram of Coleraine Irish Whiskey. Tuesday 3rd April – Friday 6th April (Camp 1) Cost: April - September £59 per person Tuesday 10th April – Friday 13th April (Camp 2) Minimum age 18. Pre-booking essential as limited spaces Portrush available Soft drinks will also be available. Easter Kids Camp at Alive Surf School suitable for ages T: 07912 408 256 5-16 years. As well as learning how to surf kids will E: [email protected] learn about water safety and ocean awareness. £25 W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com per child per session or £70 for 4 days (price includes use of equipment, use of changing rooms, showers, hot STEVE FARLOW’S BIG NIGHT OUT chocolate, pictures and a movie. Tuesday 3rd April T: 07935 952 532 8:30pm - Lodge Hotel, Lodge Road, Coleraine BT52 1NF E: [email protected] Join Steve as he hosts his annual country show. £10 per W: alivesurfschool.com person. T: 028 7034 4848 BALLYCASTLE FOOD TOUR E: [email protected] Friday 6th & Saturday 7th April W: www.stevefarlow.net 10am – 2pm, Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre, 14 Bayview Road Ballycastle BT54 6BT The Ballycastle Food Tour is recommended by The Lonely Planet. It showcases an amazing array of local, artisan, award winning food & drink in this unexpectedly gourmet, historical little town. Our enthusiastic guides take you to 6 unique venues from cafes to delis, from bake houses to pubs over approximately 2 miles of a gentle stroll. They introduce you to the passionate people who catch, grow, make and bake truly the delicious food of this fantastic area. The one rule of Irish Feast is – come hungry! Booking Essential: £40pp Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre. Tel: 028 2076 2024 T: 07718 276 612 E: [email protected] W: www.irishfeast.com

VINEYARD CAR BOOT SALE, FARMERS MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR Saturday 7th April 9am - 1pm – Vineyard Centre, 10 Hillman’s Way, Ballycastle Road, Coleraine BT52 2ED T: 028 7022 0005 E: [email protected] W: www.market.vineyardcompassion.co.uk

14 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 15 April April DOG FRIENDLY TOURS understanding of participant’s own equipment. Participants Saturday 7th April should be advised to bring own equipment and a tripod. 10am – 2pm - East Strand Car Park, Portrush BT56 8AF Duration 4.5 hours. Please wear walking boots / sturdy Dog Friendly Food tours are a fun, outdoor, walking shoes. Cost £40pp experience for dog owners, stopping to taste great local T: 07723 087 668 food and drink. From £40 (includes food and drinks). E: [email protected] Only one dog per human. W: www.ccght.org T: 07400 094 252 E: [email protected] PUFFIN EXPRESS & CARRICK-A-REDE SEA SAFARI W: www.dogfriendlytours.co.uk Sunday 8th April Depart 3pm, Ballycastle Marina FAIRHEAD WALKING TOUR Travel across Rathlin Sound to the SW corner in search Saturday 7th April of seals, then around Bull Point to the West Lighthouse 11am, departing from Fairhead Car Park, Ballycastle to find puffins, gannets, gullimots, fulmars and razorbills. Join Kevin, Nine Glens Walking Tours guide to discover Enjoy amazing views and keep a lookout for dolphins and and explore Casan Fhir Leith, known locally as the Grey basking sharks. Then speed across to Carrick-a-rede Man’s Path and learn about the coalmines which powered Rope Bridge to enjoy the views and next stop Kenbane the industrial revolution in cities like , Glasgow Castle before returning to Ballycastle.Booking essential. and London. Also walkers will be able to view one of the £30pp. Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle best-preserved clachans, burial mounds, mass rocks Visitor Information Centre. Tel: 028 2076 2024 and some of the best views in Ireland. The tour will take T: 028 7083 2584 approximately 1.5 hours. £10pp, booking essential. E: [email protected] T: 07723 921 022 W: www.aquaholics.co.uk E: [email protected] W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk THE EXAM BY ANDY HAMILTON Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th April GLENARIFFE WATERFALLS WALKING TOUR 8pm - Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA Saturday 7th April A comic look at the pressures put on young people by 11am, departing from Laragh Lodge Restaurant Car Park parents and teachers. Discover Glenariffe Waterfalls situated in the heart of the Tickets: £10 Glens of Antrim. Glenariffe is known as ‘The Queen of T: 028 7012 3123 the Glens’. The forest park takes in a series of trails and W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk walks and its waterfalls have been attracting visitors for over a century. Learn about the stories of ancient Irish CHAMBER PHILHARMONIC EUROPE myths and legends that have been handed down through Friday 13th April generations. The tour lasts approximately 1 hour. £10pp, 8pm - Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA booking essential A classical music concert. Tickets: £16 T: 07723 921 022 T: 028 7012 3123 E: [email protected] W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk

OUR NATURAL LANDSCAPE THROUGH A LENS BUSHMILLS FOOD TOUR Saturday 7th April Friday 13th and Saturday 14th April 8am, Murlough Bay (Bottom Car Park) 10am – 2pm, Departing from Bushmills Visitor Information Photography workshop in association with Northcoast Centre, Main Street Nature and the Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage The Bushmills Food Tour offers local, award winning food Trust. Practical outdoor workshop capturing the stunning & drink in a pretty village beside the Giant’s Causeway. surroundings of Murlough Bay. An intermediate level Join our enthusiastic guide who will take you to 6 unique of knowledge is required for this workshop, i.e. a good venues and introduce you to the people who catch, grow,

16 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 17 April April make and bake our truly delicious local food. The one rule finest mouth-watering foods, unusual quirky intricate crafts of Irish Feast is – come hungry! £40pp, booking essential. and exquisite art. Free admission. Dog-Friendly. Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Visitor T: 07723 622 008 Information Centre, 028 2076 2024 E: [email protected] T: 07718 276 612 W: www.naturallynorthandcoastandglens.co.uk E: [email protected] W: www.irishfeast.com THE CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET Saturday 14th April EXHIBITION OF PHOTOGRAPHS AND RAF ARTEFACTS 9am – 4pm - The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th April A bustling speciality food and craft market held around An exhibition of photographs and RAF artefacts will be Coleraine Town Hall on the second Saturday of each on display in Christ Church, Limavady. A coffee morning Month. It is the largest regular outdoor market in Northern will be held on Saturday and on Sunday a special church Ireland. service will be held in Christ Church to celebrate 100 years T: 028 7034 7034 of the RAF. E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk BALLYMONEY SPRING FAIR Saturday 14th April CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – 12 – 4pm COAST & COUNTRY This One Day Family Festival is a multi-site event in Saturday 14th April Ballymoney Town Centre. Elements include a Fun Day 9.30am – Coleraine Town Hall, The Diamond, in Megaw Park, Artisan market and Entertainment in Coleraine BT52 1DE Castlecroft, and a Vintage Motor Show at Guided tour showcasing some of the best local produce Leisure Centre. Event concludes with a spectacular and hidden gems the North Coast has to offer. Sit back, cavalcade and parade through the town at 3.30pm. relax and savour the flavours that make Causeway Coast Organised by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough and Glens so unique. Experience 5 stops along the Council. Free Admission. Causeway Coastal route with each one offering a delicious T: 028 2766 0230 and surprising taste experience. These include sample E: [email protected] tasting at the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery, W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com feasting on local fish prepared by fabulous chefs and a farm stop where tour participants meet the producers VINTAGE & CLASSIC CAR SHOW behind the fantastic produce. Starting in Coleraine, the Saturday 14th April tour by luxury midicoach will last approximately 6 hours. 10am – 4pm Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre, Garryduff Road, There will be a chance to sample local food and drinks Ballymoney BT53 7DB at each stop so participants are advised to come hungry. Ballymoney Old Vehicle Club Classic & Vintage Car show After lunch the coach will return to Coleraine. Cost: £60pp & Cavalcade. Booking essential. T: 07960 130 030 T: 07912 408 256 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.ballymoneyoldvehicleclub.co.uk W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com LES MISERABLES (SCHOOLS EDITION) BALLYMONEY ARTISAN MARKET Thursday 19th – Friday 20th April and Saturday 14th April Monday 23rd – Saturday 28th April 11am - 4pm. Castlecroft Square, Ballymoney 7.45pm - Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA Naturally North Coast and Glens are looking forward to Nine astounding and powerful concerts of this ever- taking part in this year’s Ballymoney Spring Fair. Featuring popular musical. Tickets: £12 - £19 Arts, crafts and artisan produce. Find a diverse mix of local T: 028 7012 3123 produce, crafts and art for sale including some of the very W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk

18 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 19 April April BALLYMONEY 57TH ANNUAL IRISH DANCING PUFFIN EXPRESS & FESTIVAL CARRICK-A-REDE SEA SAFARI Saturday 21st April & Tuesday 24th - Friday 27th April Sunday 22nd April Sessions at 9am, 2pm & 7pm. Depart 3pm, Ballycastle Marina Ballymoney Town Hall, Townhead Street BT53 6BE Travel across Rathlin Sound to the SW corner in search Annual Traditional Dance Competition featuring dancing of seals, then around Bull Point to the West Lighthouse schools from all communities, now in its’ 57th year. to find puffins, gannets, gullimots, fulmars and razorbills. Admission £2 per session, Day Ticket £5. Organised by Enjoy amazing views and keep a lookout for dolphins and JML School of Irish Dancing. basking sharks. Then speed across to Carrick-a-rede T: 07874 670 091 Rope Bridge to enjoy the views and next stop Kenbane E: [email protected] Castle before returning to Ballycastle.Booking essential. £30pp. Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle RODD HOGG WITH ADRIAN LOGAN Visitor Information Centre. Tel: 028 2076 2024 Saturday 21st April T: 028 7083 2584 7.30pm, Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, Limavady. E: [email protected] Be mesmerized by Rodd Hogg’s magic whilst enjoying a W: www.aquaholics.co.uk great night out at the Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre. Tickets £12.50 available from Box Office. EARTH DAY AT ROSEPARK FARM T: 028 7776 0650 Sunday 22nd April E: [email protected] 98 Bravallen Road, W: www.roddhogg.net Ballymoney BT53 7DU See Facebook Rosepark Farm Ballymoney for further DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY details Saturday 21st April T: 028 2766 5554 12noon – 5pm - 48 Damhead Road, Coleraine BT52 2JS E: [email protected] A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Displays and Picnic W: www.roseparkfarm.com facilities. Adults: £2, Children: £1 T: 07703 254 595 PURPLE LADIES 5K RUN E: [email protected] Wednesday 25th April 7.30pm Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre, Ballymoney. CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – Ladies only 5K run suitable for all abilities. TREASURE & TAPAS Organised by Springwell Running Club Saturday 21st April T: 028 2766 6925 An immersive trip into the story of the Spanish Armada, E: [email protected] celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the recovery of the W: www.springwellrunners.com ‘Girona Gold’. Timings: 09:30 Group meets at Portrush Harbour. SWIMATHON 09:45 Cast-off with Causeway Lass for sea-fishing trip - Friday 27th - Sunday 29th April we will take Girona route to Lacada Point with story-telling, Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre, Lacada beer tastings & fishing. All fishing equipment, Garryduff Road, Beers/Tea/Coffee provided on board Ballymoney BT53 6BL 12:30 Return to Portrush Harbour Nationwide swimming challenge, 1.5k, 2.5k or 5k. You can 12:45 -14:00 Ocho Tapas Portrush for Tapas lunch do your Swimathon challenge on your own, or in a team of featuring local produce between two and five people. 25m Pool. Cost: £55pp www.swimathon.org T: 07912 408 256 T: 028 2766 0260 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com

20 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 21 April May RUN MUCKER RUN Saturday 28th April 11am, 40 Kirk Road, Ballymoney BT53 8HB Run Mucker Run 5k & 10k mud run and obstacle course set in acres of natural beauty with over 25 gruelling natural and man-made obstacles to test you or your team. Entry fee £35 plus booking fee at https://runmuckerrun.eventbrite.com E: [email protected] W: www.runmucker.com

ROE VALLEY SPECIALITY MARKET Saturday 28th April 11am - 4pm – Drumceatt Square, Limavady Local food, art and craft including Limavady produced chorizo, rapeseed oil, woodturning, bakery, confectionery and photography. T: 07723 622 008 E: [email protected] / [email protected] W: www.naturallynorthandcoastandglens.co.uk

RONAN’S WAY WALKING TOUR Saturday 28th April 11am, departing from (Ronan’s Way) Car Park on Glendun Road, Cushendun. Join Kevin, Nine Glens Walking Tours guide, to discover this Glendun walk in one of the famous Nine Glens of Antrim. Located on the McAuley Farm, a stretch of land in memory of Ronan McAuley who had a dream that more people would explore and enjoy Glendun and the exquisite views of the land that he called home. Kevin delivers a 3 hour moderate walk telling the history and topography of Glendun and Slievanorra. £15pp, booking essential. T: 07723 921 022 E: [email protected] W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk

DOG FRIENDLY TOURS Saturday 28th April 10am – 2pm - East Strand Car Park, Portrush BT56 8AF Dog Friendly Food tours are a fun, outdoor, walking experience for dog owners, stopping to taste great local food and drink. From £40 (includes food and drinks). Only one dog per person. T: 07400 094 252 E: [email protected] W: www.dogfriendlytours.co.uk

22 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 23 May May AWAY A WEE WALK THE RATHLIN EXPERIENCE Daily Throughout May WALKING TOUR 12:15pm departing from Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre Every Sunday in May Guided hiking tour of the Giant’s Causeway cliff path. 11am Rathlin Island (Meeting Point: Rathlin Island Ferry Includes rambler bus, 3.5 hour guided cliff walk, visit to the Terminal) Causeway stones and shuttle bus. Tours £35pp Booking Enjoy an Island steeped in history and folklore with Nine essential by 4pm the day before. Glens Walking Tours Guide. Situated just off the coast of Bookings can be made through all visitor information Ballycastle it is home to one of the largest bird sanctuaries centres in the Causeway Coast and Glens, see back cover in Northern Ireland and the perfect spot for a family day of guide for contacts. out. £10pp (ferry travel not included). E: [email protected] T: 028 2076 2024 W: www.awayaweewalk.com E: [email protected] W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk / DUNLUCE CASTLE - DALRIADA KINGDOM TOURS www.dalriadakingdomtours.co.uk Daily throughout May 11am Departing from Dunluce Castle ALBERT LEE & HIS ELECTRIC BAND Join tour guide Mark for a spectacular tour of Dunluce Thursday 3rd May Castle which is Ulster’s most important landmark site. 8pm - Riverside Theatre, Learn how its history forms and shapes this corner of Coleraine BT52 1SA Ireland in the most dramatic fashion. Contact Ballycastle Living guitar legend in concert. Tickets: £23 Visitor Information Centre to book. T: 028 7012 3123 T: 028 2076 2024 W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk E: [email protected] W: www.dalriadakingdom.com PONY CAMP AT CRINDLE STABLES Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th May GAME OF THRONES TOUR 6 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9ED Every Tue and Friday Pony Camp at Crindle Stables with lots of Easter fun 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, and games. During Crindle Pony Camps participants Coleraine BT52 1PQ can expect to experience a variety of activities including Join this luxury tour and visit some of the most spectacular how to looking after your pony, riding lessons, stable Game of Thrones locations. £40pp. management, pony games all whilst improving skills and Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor confidence. Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 T: 07738 516 106 T: 07718 805 633 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.crindlestables.com or W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk www.facebook.com/crindle.stables CAUSEWAY COAST GUIDED TOUR ADRIAN MARGEY SOLO EXHIBITION Every Wednesday and Saturday in May Friday 4th May - Monday 7th May 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, Friday: 6pm - 9pm. Coleraine BT52 1PQ Saturday and Sunday: 11am - 8pm. Visit all the spectacular sites of the Causeway Coast on Monday: 11am - 6pm this luxury day tour. £55 per person. Portrush Atlantic Hotel, 73 Main St, Portrush BT56 8BN Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor Annual exhibition and sale of work by artist Adrian Margey Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 featuring over forty original pieces. Free admission. T: 07718 805 633 T: 07841 593 762 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk W: www.adrianmargey.com

24 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 25 May May MAY BANK HOLIDAY ADVENTURES AT FOYLEHOV emergency services; display of bikes, ACTIVITY CENTRE leathers and NW200 memorabilia Friday 4th May – Tuesday 8th May Admission Free Foylehov Activity Centre, 71 Carrowclare Rd, T: 028 2766 0230 Limavady BT49 9EB E: [email protected] Experience a family fun day out, trying something different whilst enjoying the stunning scenery of the Causeway VINEYARD CAR BOOT SALE, Coastal Route. Lots of outdoor activities for all the family FARMERS MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR to enjoy over the May Bank Holiday including: Hovercraft Saturday 5th May Flying, Powerturn Off Road Buggies, Laser Combat / 9am - 1pm – Vineyard Centre, Laser Tag, Target Archery, Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting and 10 Hillman’s Way, Ballycastle Road, Football Golf. Coleraine BT52 2ED T: 028 7772 2235 T: 028 7022 0005 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.foylehov.com W: www.market.vineyardcompassion.co.uk

BALLYCASTLE FOOD TOUR MAY DAY MAYHEM WEEKEND Friday 4th & Saturday 5th May AT CARROWMENA 10am – 2pm, Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre, Saturday 5th, Monday 7th, Saturday 26th and 14 Bayview Road, Ballycastle BT54 6BT Monday 28th May See page 15 for further information. £40pp Booking Carrowmena Activity Centre, 100 Carrowclare Road, Essential. Bookings can also be made via Ballycastle Limavady BT49 9EB Visitor Information Centre, 028 2076 2024. A taste of fresh air, fun and adventure awaits at T: 07718 276 612 Carrowmena Activity Centre over the May Day Bank E: [email protected] Holiday weekends. Enjoy a set programme of activities. W: www.irishfeast.com Full or half day packages available. T: 028 7776 3431 CUSHENDUN’S BIG ARTS WEEKEND E: [email protected] Friday 4th May - Monday 7th May W: www.carrowmena.co.uk Cushendun Village The four day festival of music, drama, poetry, exhibitions, FAIRHEAD WALKING TOUR workshops and family fun in one of the most beautiful Saturday 5th May villages in the Glens of Antrim. Events take place in 11am, departing from Fairhead Car Park, Ballycastle different venues around the village including the National See page 16 for full description of tour. £10pp, booking Trust property, Glenmona House which is open throughout essential the weekend. T: 07723 921 022 T: 07932 776 106 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk W: www.cushendunbpt.org DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY PEOPLE AND PLACES Saturday 5th May EXHIBITION 12 noon – 5pm – 48 Damhead Road, 4th May – 1st September Coleraine BT52 2JS Ballymoney Museum, Townhead Street BT53 6BE A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Displays and Picnic Open Mon-Thurs &Sat 9am-5pm Fri 9am-4.30pm Special facilities. Sunday Opening NW200 week. Adults: £2, Children: £1 New exhibition featuring people and places from the the T: 07703 254 595 Chronicle and Constitution Archive, (1987 to 1997), the E: [email protected]

26 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 27 May May THE PRINCESS CONCERT BALL CARROWMENA FAMILY FUN DAYS Saturday 5th May Sunday 6th May 2.30pm - Riverside Theatre, 11am-4pm, Carrowmena Activity Centre, 100 Carrowclare Coleraine BT52 1SA Road, Limavady BT49 9EB This is an hour-long interactive concert, a sing-along with Visitors to the area can enjoy an exciting and adrenaline 6 princesses. filled outdoor experience during “Family Fun Days” at Tickets: £12.50, VIP package £20 Carrowmena. T: 028 7012 3123 T: 028 7776 3431 W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk E: [email protected] W: www.carrowmena.co.uk GLENARIFFE WATERFALLS WALKING TOUR Saturday 5th May BALLYCASTLE SEAFRONT ARTISAN MARKET 11am, departing from Laragh Lodge Restaurant Car Park. Sunday 6th May See page 16 for full tour details. £10pp, booking essential. 11am – 6pm, Ballycastle Seafront T: 07723 921 022 Naturally North Coast and Glens Market provides the E: [email protected] opportunity to experience a unique artisan market in and W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk around the North Coast and Glens region of Northern Ireland. Market visitors will have every sense tantalised UNICORN FUN WEEKEND – ROSEPARK FARM through the colourful art and crafts, the delicious aromas, Sunday 6th & Monday 7th May taste of fresh food produce and 98 Bravallen Road, Ballymoney BT53 7DU the sound of musicians providing a backdrop to the buzz See Facebook Rosepark Farm Ballymoney for further of traders and customers chatting and laughing. details T: 07723 622 008 T: 028 2766 5554 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk W: www.roseparkfarm.com MURLOUGH BAY WALKING TOUR BUSHTOWN HOTEL – MAY DAY COUNTRY FESTIVAL Sunday 6th May Sunday 6th & Monday 7th May 11am, Departing from Top Car Park 283 Drumcroon Road, Murlough Bay is a true hidden gem of the North Coast. Coleraine BT51 3QT Secluded, serene and one of the most picturesque bays Hosting the biggest names on Ireland’s country music in Ireland, on a clear day Murlough provides excellent scene. views of Rathlin, the Mull of Kintyre and the western Isles T: 028 7035 8367 of Scotland. Join Nine Glens Walking Tours to learn about E: [email protected] the rich heritage and history of beautiful Murlough. The W: www.bushtownhotel.com tour takes approximately 3 hours. £15pp, booking essential. CAUSEWAY COAST CHALLENGE WALK T: 07723 921 022 Sunday 6th May E: [email protected] 8am – 9am - Registration at Portballintrae Village Hall. W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk Walk to be completed by 5pm. A 30km long distance Challenge Walk, following the ARTISAN MARKET GLEMONA HOUSE - Causeway Coast cliff path, to Portbradden and back. BIG ARTS WEEKEND Adults: £5, Under 16s: £3 Monday 7th May T: 028 7034 4723 12-5pm. Glenmona House, E: www.bannsideramblers.co.uk/contactus Cushendun BT44 0PH W: www.bannsideramblers.co.uk and other venues throughout Cushendun. Naturally North Coast & Glens are delighted to be taking

28 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 29 May May part in Cushendun’s Big Arts Weekend bringing a range of SPRING CONCERT handcrafted goods, and delicious treats. The Market can Friday 11th May be found on the grounds of Glenmona House in Cushendun. 7:30 pm - Flowerfield Arts Centre T: 07723 622 008 A concert by The Girona Orchestra – amateur group of E: [email protected] local musicians. Tickets: £5 W: www.naturallynorthandcoastandglens.co.uk T: 07543 179 987 W: www.flowerfield.org EARLY MAY FUN DAY Monday 7th May THE CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET 10am – 12.30pm, Crindle Stables, Saturday 12th May 6 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9ED 9am – 4pm - The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE Fun and games on and off the ponies and an arts and crafts A bustling speciality food and craft market held around session to celebrate the early May Bank Holiday. Coleraine Town Hall on the second Saturday of each T: 07738 516 106 Month. It is the largest regular outdoor market in Northern E: [email protected] Ireland. W: www.crindlestables.com or T: 028 7034 7034 www.facebook.com/crindle.stables E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk PUFFIN EXPRESS & CARRICK-A-REDE SEA SAFARI Monday 7th May and Sunday DOG FRIENDLY TOURS Departing at 3pm from Ballycastle Marina Saturday 12th May For full details please see page 12. £30pp, booking 10am – 2pm - East Strand Car Park, Portrush BT56 8AF essential. Dog Friendly Food tours are a fun, outdoor, walking Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Visitor experience for dog owners, stopping to taste great local Information Centre 028 2076 2024 food and drink. From £40 (includes food and drinks). T: 028 7083 2584 Only one dog per human. E: [email protected] T: 07400 094 252 W: www.aquaholics.co.uk E: [email protected] W: www.dogfriendlytours.co.uk CAUSEWAY 1718: SOCIETY IN TRANSITION. Friday 11th May – Wednesday 20th June This exhibition explores the Causeway area in the early eighteenth century. It considers the factors that contributed to the first mass organised emigration from here to America in 1718 and reflects on what life was like on the Causeway Coast at this time. Coleraine Museum in Coleraine Town Hall

30 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 31 May May STAND UP PADDLEBOARD RETREAT LAUNCH OF DOWNHILL TREE TRAIL Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th May Saturday 12th May Long Line Surf School, 53 Benone Avenue, 2.00pm - 4.00pm - Bishop’s Gate, Downhill Demesne, Benone BT49 0LQ Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Retreats See the ‘Top 20’ exotic trees of the Demesne, and secret offer lots of activity and relaxation in a scenic Game of Arboretum in late Spring. This event is free, but normal Thrones storybook setting. Taking place at Swann’s admission charges apply for the venue. Bridge participants start with an introductory SUP session T: 028 7084 8728 and morning coffee before an outdoor lunch overlooking E: [email protected] Binevenagh Mountain. Dragonboarding also features giving W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- participants the opportunity to learn new skills. Spend the hezlett-house evening in front of the camp fire with a relaxing refreshment of wine or beer. The evening will finish with some music and NORTH WEST 200 PEOPLE AND PLACES EXHIBITION an outdoor movie experience before heading to bed in a 4th May – 1st September luxury canvas bell tent before another day of SUP retreat Ballymoney Museum, Townhead Street BT53 6BE activities. Cost £139. Open Mon-Thurs &Sat 9am-5pm Fri 9am-4.30pm T: 07738 128 507 Special Sunday Opening NW200 week. E: [email protected] New exhibition featuring people and places from the the W: www.longlinesurfschool.co.uk Chronicle and Constitution Archive, (1987 to 1997), the emergency services; display of bikes, leathers and NW200 CELEBRATING CREGAGH WOOD – memorabilia. Admission Free NEST & SQUIRREL BOX BUILDING FOR FAMILIES T: 028 2766 0230 Saturday 12th May E: [email protected] 10.30am – 12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm, Cregagh Wood, Glendun Road, Cushendun NW200 RACE WEEK FESTIVAL Family fun box event with Rachel Bain, local Biodiversity Saturday 12th May – Saturday 19th May Officer and Glens Red Squirrel Group. There will also be the Ballymoney, Coleraine, Limavady, Portrush, Portstewart. opportunity to take a wander through the beautiful woodland Alongside the accelerating events on the nine-mile circuit and see some of the creatures that live there and put up the 2018 NW200 Race Week Festival features a number of boxes made. exhibitions, vehicle displays, chat shows, family motor fest, T: 028 2075 2100 meet the riders’ session, live music, fireworks and much E: [email protected] more. W: www.ccght.org T: 028 7034 4723 E: [email protected] CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com COAST & COUNTRY Saturday 12th May CELEBRATING CREGAGH WOOD – DAWN CHORUS 9.30am – Coleraine Town Hall, Sunday 13th May The Diamond, 5.30am -7am, Coleraine BT52 1DE Cregagh Wood, Glendun Road, Cushendun Join a guided culinary tour of the beautiful Causeway Coast Hear the wondrous bird song on a dawn chorus walk to sample some of the areas locally produced food and through Cregagh Wood, nestled in the Antrim Coast drink. This is a 6 hour bused tour of the region. See page & Glens Are of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Morning 19 for further details. Cost £60pp. Booking essential. refreshments will be provided. Children under 18 are T: 07912 408 256 welcome to join this free event accompanied by an adult. E: [email protected] T: 028 2075 2100 W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com E: [email protected] W: www.ccght.org

32 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 33 May May COFFEE / STAND UP PADDLEBOARD (SUP) WORKSHOP Friday 19th May 2-4pm - Long Line Surf School, 53 Benone Avenue, Benone BT49 0LQ Combine the love of coffee with one of the fastest growing sports in the world during a Coffee / SUP workshop. Experience a fine selection of microlot coffee while paddling down river and looking up at the Binevenagh Mountain Range. Cost £55 per person. VAUXHALL INTERNATIONAL NORTH WEST 200 T: 07738 128 507 Practice Days: Tue 15th May and Thursday 17th May E: [email protected] Race Days: Thursday 17th May and Saturday 19th W: www.longlinesurfschool.co.uk May One of the most spectacular motorsport events in the PUFFIN EXPRESS & CARRICK-A-REDE SEA SAFARI world. See the world’s top road racers competing against Sunday 20th May one another on the nine-mile circuit of public roads Departing at 3pm from Ballycastle Marina between the towns of Portrush, Portstewart and Coleraine. For full details please see page 12. £30pp, booking T: 028 7035 5800 essential. Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle E: [email protected] Visitor Information Centre 028 2076 2024 W: www.northwest200.org T: 028 7083 2584 E: [email protected] BUSHMILLS FOOD TOUR W: www.aquaholics.co.uk Friday 18th and Saturday 19th May 10am – 2pm, Departing from Bushmills Visitor Information STARS OF COUNTRY Centre, Main Street Friday 25th May See page 17 for full details of tour. £40pp, booking 8pm - Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA essential. Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Join 5 of Ireland’s top country music stars. Visitor Information Centre, 028 2076 2024 Tickets: £19.50 T: 07718 276 612 T: 028 7012 3123 E: [email protected] W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk W: www.irishfeast.com RATHLIN SOUND MARITIME FESTIVAL MALOJIAN Friday 25th May – Sunday 3rd June Friday 18th May Ballycastle, Rathlin 8pm - Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA The Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival is a ten day programme Featuring songs from their 4 stunning solo albums. of nautical themed events held both in Ballycastle and on Tickets: £13 Rathlin Island. The festival celebrates the culture, cuisine T: 028 7012 3123 and coastal treasures with exciting sea-focused events W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk such as the Tall Ship, Currachs, have-a-go kayaking THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY including cookery demonstrations, classes, traditional Saturday 19th May music, Naturally North Coast & Glens Market and an ‘Ulster 8pm - Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA Chowder Cook off’ only give a flavour of what is on offer to See the amazing story of how these 2 young men became see and do. world famous through song. Tickets: £20 T: 028 2076 2024 T: 028 7012 3123 E: [email protected] W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk W: www.rathlinsoundmaritimefestival.com

34 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 35 May May MAY BANK HOLIDAY ADVENTURES AT RNLI RAFT RACE FOYLEHOV ACTIVITY CENTRE Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th May Friday 25th – Monday 28th May 10am – 5pm - Portrush Harbour, Portrush BT56 8DF Foylehov Activity Centre, Fun for all the family as you watch ‘home-made’ rafts race 71 Carrowclare Rd, from the West Strand beach to the finishing line in the Limavady BT49 9EB harbour. Side attractions and speciality stalls. In aid of Outdoor activities for all the family to enjoy over including: Portrush Lifeboats. Hovercraft Flying, Powerturn Off Road Buggies, Laser T: 07546 941 721 Combat / Laser Tag, Target Archery, Laser Clay Pigeon E: [email protected] Shooting and Football Golf. W: www.portrushraftrace.com T: 028 7772 2235 E: [email protected] SPRING BANK HOLIDAY KID’S CAMP W: www.foylehov.com Saturday 26th May – Monday 28th May 10am - 12pm, Long Line Surf School, INTERNATIONAL INVITATION 9-A-SIDE SOCCER 53 Benone Avenue, TOURNAMENT Benone BT49 0LQ Saturday 26th May Surf camp for children aged 6-12 years includes surfing, Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre, beach games and safety in a fun learning environment Garryduff Road, surrounded by other children. The surf camp is open to any Ballymoney BT53 7DB child no matter what level of surfing they may be at. International youth soccer tournament organised by Cost £15 per child. Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council, Sports T: 07738 128 507 Development Unit in association with Ballymoney United E: [email protected] Youth Academy W: www.longlinesurfschool.co.uk T: 028 2766 0260 E: [email protected] ARTISAN MARKET AT THE RATHLIN SOUND W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com MARITIME FESTIVAL BALLYCASTLE Saturday 26th – Monday 28th May DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY Ballycastle Seafront Saturday 26th May Market offering a variety of exceptional local produce 12 noon – 5pm – and handcrafted items, wrapped together in the dynamic 48 Damhead Road, community event of the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival. Coleraine BT52 2JS Opening times: A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Displays and Picnic Saturday 26th May 11am to 5pm facilities. Sunday 27th May 11am to 6pm Adults: £2, Children: £1 Monday 28th May, 11am to 4pm T: 07703 254 595 T: 07723 622 008 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.naturallynorthandcoastandglens.co.uk NEIL DELAMERE – BUTCH CASSIDY & THE SUNDAYDANCE PENSIONER CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS - CATCH & SEA Saturday 26th May Saturday 26th May 8pm - Riverside Theatre, 6.45am - Portrush Harbour, Portrush BT56 8DF Coleraine BT52 1SA A sunrise fishing trip departing from North Pier, Portrush Join the gifted Irish comedian for an evening of laughter. Harbour. See page 4 for more. Tickets: £22 £55pp (Booking essential as numbers are limited to 12). T: 028 7012 3123 T: 07912 408 256 W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com

36 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 37 May June RODD HOGG MAGICIAN – ALL NEW STUNT Sunday 27th May Portrush Harbour Following on from last year’s amazing ‘Great Harbour Escape Stunt’ which attracted thousands of people from around Northern Ireland, Rodd Hogg is set to wow the crowds again. The stunt will take place this year at Portrush Harbour on 27th May. Describing his new stunt, Rodd said “This is probably the most dangerous thing I will ever do. Think fire, height, straitjacket, handcuffs and water. Expect to experience real fear!”

BUSHTOWN HOTEL – LATE MAY BANK HOLIDAY FESTIVAL Sunday 27th & Monday 28th May 283 Drumcroon Road, Coleraine BT51 3QT Hosting the biggest names on Ireland’s country music scene. T: 028 7035 8367 E: [email protected] W: www.bushtownhotel.com

MAY DAY MADNESS WEEKEND – ROSEPARK FARM Sunday 27th & Monday 28th May 98 Bravallen Road, Ballymoney BT53 7DU See Facebook Rosepark Farm Ballymoney for further details T: 028 2766 5554 E: [email protected] W: www.roseparkfarm.com

LATE MAY FUN DAY Monday 28th May 10am – 12.30pm, Crindle Stables, 6 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9ED Fun and games on and off the ponies and an arts and crafts session to celebrate the Late May Bank Holiday. T: 07738 516 106 E: [email protected] W: www.crindlestables.com or www.facebook.com/crindle.stables

38 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 39 June June AWAY A WEE WALK E: [email protected] Daily Throughout June W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk / 12:15pm departing from Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre www.dalriadakingdomtours.co.uk Guided hiking tour of the Giant’s Causeway cliff path. Includes rambler bus, 3.5 hour guided cliff walk, visit to the GAME OF THRONES TOUR Causeway stones and shuttle bus. Tours £35pp Booking Every Tuesday and Friday essential by 4pm the day before. 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, Bookings can be made through all visitor information Coleraine BT52 1PQ centres in the Causeway Coast and Glens, see back cover Join this luxury tour and visit some of the most spectacular of guide for contacts. Game of Thrones locations. £40pp. E: [email protected] Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor W: www.awayaweewalk.com Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 T: 07718 805 633 DUNLUCE CASTLE - DALRIADA KINGDOM TOURS E: [email protected] Daily throughout June W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk 11am Departing from Dunluce Castle Join tour guide Mark for a spectacular tour of Dunluce CAUSEWAY COAST GUIDED TOUR Castle which is Ulster’s most important landmark site. Every Wednesday and Saturday in June Learn how its history forms and shapes this corner of 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, Ireland in the most dramatic fashion. Contact Ballycastle Coleraine BT52 1PQ Visitor Information Centre to book. Visit all the spectacular sites of the Causeway Coast on T: 028 2076 2024 this luxury day tour. £55 per person. E: [email protected] Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor W: www.dalriadakingdom.com Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 T: 07718 805 633 RATHLIN WALKING TOURS – MILL BAY WALKS E: [email protected] Every Saturday and Sunday in June W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk 8.45am meeting at Ballycastle Ferry Office Join an experienced and qualified guide for a pleasant WALK THE GLENS FESTIVAL guided walk around Church Bay and Mill Bay on Rathlin Friday 1st June – Sunday 3rd June Island. Duration of walk an hour and a half. Price £8 per A weekend of walks on offer for everyone ranging from adult, £5 per child age 5-15, Under 5 Free. (Ferry travel gentle strolls to mountain challenges located in spectacular not included) Booking Essential Contact Ballycastle Visitor surroundings. Appropriate footwear must be worn on all Information Centre to book. mountain walks. T: 028 2076 2024 T: 028 2171 1378 or 07588 655 053 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.rathlinwalkingtours.com W: walktheglens.co.uk

THE RATHLIN EXPERIENCE WALKING TOUR BALLYCASTLE FOOD TOUR Every Sunday in June Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd June 11am, Rathlin Island 10am – 2pm, Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre, (Meeting Point: Rathlin Island Ferry Terminal) 14 Bayview Road, Ballycastle BT54 6BT Enjoy an Island steeped in history and folklore with Nine See page 15 for further information. Booking Essential Glens Walking Tours Guide. Situated just off the coast of £40pp. Bookings can also be made via Ballycastle Visitor Ballycastle it is home to one of the largest bird sanctuaries Information Centre, 028 2076 2024. in Northern Ireland and the perfect spot for a family day T: 07718 276 612 out. £10pp (ferry travel not included). E: [email protected] T: 028 2076 2024 W: www.irishfeast.com

40 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 41 June June BALLYMONEY SHOW VINEYARD CAR BOOT SALE, Friday 1st – Saturday 2nd June FARMERS MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR Fri 3.30pm - late. Sat 10am – 4pm Saturday 2nd June Ballymoney Showgrounds, North Road BT53 6BW 9am - 1pm – One of the oldest and largest agricultural shows in Vineyard Centre, Northern Ireland, offers an exciting 2 days of fun for all the 10 Hillman’s Way, Ballycastle Road, family. The show includes cattle, sheep, goat and poultry Coleraine BT52 2ED judging, equestrian events, home industries and schools T: 028 7022 0005 competitions, dog shows, live musical entertainment, tug E: [email protected] of war games and football competitions and more, as well W: www.market.vineyardcompassion.co.uk as over 100 trade stands which include artisan food, rural crafts and agricultural products. This year’s special features DOG FRIENDLY TOURS will include the ISA Junior Home Cook Competition and Saturday 2nd June also an even more exciting Dog Show on the Friday 10am – 2pm - evening. Organised by the North Antrim Agricultural East Strand Car Park, Association Ltd. Portrush BT56 8AF T: 07713 519 928 Dog Friendly Food tours are a fun, outdoor, walking E: [email protected] experience for dog owners, stopping to taste great local W: www.ballymoneyshow.org food and drink. From £40 (includes food and drinks). Only one dog per human. CLOUGHMILLS JUNE FAIR T: 07400 094 252 Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd June E: [email protected] 12.00noon - 4pm W: www.dogfriendlytours.co.uk Old Mill, Main Street, Cloughmills, BT44 9LF Live music, market stalls, dancing exhibitions, children’s COASTAL CRAFTERS - craft activities, rural crafts and interactive workshops CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTSTEWART on bushcraft, archery, cooking and bread-making Saturday 2nd June demonstrations and Riverside activity trail. On the Sunday 10am – 5pm - Portstewart Town Hall, is the teddy bear’s picnic and local history events. The Crescent, Portstewart BT55 7AB Admission Adults £4, Children £2. Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, Facebook: Cloughmills CAT photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. T: 07786 527 732 or 07916 503 367 Free admission. E: [email protected] T: 07850 377 644 W: www.cloughmills.org.uk E: [email protected]

FAIRHEAD WALKING TOUR CAUSEWAY COAST FORD FAIR Saturday 2nd June Sunday 3rd June 11am. Departing from Fairhead Car Park. See page 16 for 12:30 – 4pm - West Bay, details of tour. £10pp, booking essential. Portrush BT56 8BQ T: 07723 921 022 Showcasing a wide range of Ford classic and vintage E: [email protected] vehicles, plus the latest Ford Models provided by sponsor W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk TrustFord. Trade village, food village and children’s entertainment area. Free to the public, charges apply to COLERAINE DISTRICT MOTOR CLUB LTD exhibitor and trade stands. Saturday 2nd June T: 028 7035 5921 12noon – 5pm, North West 200 Paddock - Championship E: [email protected] Auto Tests. W: www.causewaycoastfordfair.co.uk T: John Wilson 07860 419 401

42 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 43 June June LADIES MAGNERS INTERNATIONAL THE CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET GOLF TOURNAMENT Saturday 9th June Monday 4th June – Thursday 7th June 9am – 4pm - The Diamond, 8am – Bushfoot Golf Club, Portballintrae BT57 8RR Coleraine BT52 1DE This is the largest ladies amateur handicap event in Northern A bustling speciality food and craft market held around Ireland. Coleraine Town Hall on the second Saturday of each T: 028 2073 1317 Month. It is the largest regular outdoor market in Northern E: [email protected] Ireland. W: www.bushfootgolfclub.co.uk T: 028 7034 7034 E: [email protected] CAUSEWAY COAST AMATEUR GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk Monday 4th – Friday 8th June Played over Royal Portrush (Valley Course), Castlerock, CASTLEROCK CLYDESDALE SHOW & FUN DAY Ballyliffin (Old Course) and Ballycastle. The Causeway Saturday 9th June Coast Tournament is one of the oldest and best-supported 10am – 4pm - Junior Playing Fields, amateur competitions in Europe. Freehall Road, E: [email protected] Castlerock BT51 4TR W: www.causewaycoastgolf.com Clydesdale horse show, craft stalls, bouncy castle, penalty kicks and BBQ. PUFFIN EXPRESS & CARRICK-A-REDE SEA SAFARI Free admission. Monday 4th and Saturday 9th June T: 07701 024 730 Departing at 3pm from Ballycastle Marina. See page 12 E: [email protected] for details of tour. Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre, 028 2076 2024. COASTAL CRAFTERS - T: 028 7083 2584 CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTSTEWART E: [email protected] Saturday 9th June W: www.aquaholics.co.uk 10am – 5pm - Portstewart Town Hall, The Crescent, DANNY BOY JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL Portstewart BT55 7AB Wednesday 6th - Sunday 10th June Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, Various venues throughout Limavady. The best of local, photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. national and international musicians will perform in venues Free admission. in Limavady town centre. The Festival will come to a close T: 07850 377 644 on Sunday 10th June. Programmes are available online E: [email protected] and also from Visitor Information Centres throughout the Causeway Coast and Glens. RATHLIN FOOD TOUR T: 028 7776 0650 Saturday 9th June E: [email protected] 11am – 2pm, Rathlin Island W: www.dannyboyjazzandblues.com The Rathlin Food Tour offers local, artisan, award winning food and drink on a walk around Northern Ireland’s FRIENDS OF MARIE CURIE TEA PARTY largest inhabited amazing island. Be introduced to 4 Saturday 9th June unique venues and some of the people who catch, grow, 2pm – 4pm - Drumceatt Square, Roe Valley Arts & Cultural make and bake delicious food. £30pp (ferry travel is not Centre included). Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Roe Valley Friends of Marie Curie are hosting a Tea Party Visitor Information Centre 028 2076 2024. on Saturday 9th June in Drumceatt Square as part of the T: 07718 276 612 Danny Boy Jazz and Blues Festival. There will be live music, E: [email protected] coffee and cake. All welcome. W: www.irishfeast.com

44 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 45 June June GLENARIFFE WATERFALLS WALKING TOUR BEACH VOLLEYBALL Saturday 9th June Saturday 9th June 11am, Tour departs from Laragh Lodge Restaurant Car Portrush Park. See page 16 for full details of tour. £10pp, booking Held at East Strand, Portrush this is an adult unisex essential. competition and attracts competitors from all over the T: 07723 921 022 province. E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk W: nivolleyball.com

FUN RUN OF THE GLENS BUSHMILLS SALMON & WHISKEY FESTIVAL Saturday 9th June Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th June The Glens Area. Join hundreds of participants taking on The festival’s main attraction is the sumptuous tastings the Glens in this fantastic annual event – Fun Run of the of Salmon with live cookery demonstrations in the Glens (FROG). It offers a new 60 mile route as part of a cookery theatre marquee and themed dishes in the local well-established cycle and alongside this, there will be a restaurants. Along with whiskey tastings in the distillery, new 11 mile run, ‘FROG – Legs’. All proceeds will again go tours of the Salmon station artisan stalls, heritage talks, to local charity, Cancer Focus Northern Ireland. craft workshops, live traditional music and dance and T: 07714 205 659 many street performers all add to a splendid atmosphere E: [email protected] during this ever popular food festival. W: www.cancerfocusni.org/frogrun/ T: 028 2073 0390 E: [email protected] CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.co.uk COAST & COUNTRY Saturday 9th June NATURALLY NORTH COAST AND GLENS ARTISAN 9.30am – Coleraine Town Hall, The Diamond, MARKET AT THE SALMON AND WHISKEY FESTIVAL Coleraine BT52 1DE Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th June Join a guided culinary tour of the beautiful Causeway Saturday 9th 11am – 5pm, Sunday 10th 1pm – 5pm Coast to sample some of the areas locally produced food Main Street, Bushmills and drink. This is a 6 hour bused tour of the region. See Naturally North Coast & Glens are delighted to be page 19 for further details. Cost £60pp. Booking essential. attending the Salmon & Whiskey Festival again this year. T: 07912 408 256 Discover a range of Artisan Producers selling handmade E: [email protected] craft, art and a wonderful range of local food over the two- W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com day festival. T: 07723 622 008 MR HULLABALLOO’S SUMMERTIME FUN E: [email protected] Saturday 9th June W: www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk 4pm - Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA Join the magical storyteller and his colourful Friends. Tickets: £7 T: 028 7012 3123 W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk

DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY Saturday 9th June 12 noon – 5pm – 48 Damhead Road, Coleraine BT52 2JS A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Displays and Picnic facilities. Adults: £2, Children: £1 T: 07703 254 595 E: [email protected]

46 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 47 June June BIKE WEEK BOOM 10K/ 5K RELAY Saturday 9th – Sunday 17th June Thursday 14th June Causeway Coast & Glens Borough 7pm - University of Ulster Sports Centre, Coleraine A programme of cycling events will be organized within Campus, Cromore Road, Coleraine BT52 1SA the Borough as part of National Bike Week 2018. Further The race and fun run/walk starts and finishes at the information will be posted on Council’s website and for University of Ulster Sports Centre. A fun event for runners further details contact Leisure & Development Services. of all abilities over a fast and flat route. T: 028 7034 7234 T: 07904 361 337 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk W: www.springwellrunners.co.uk

CARROWMENA FAMILY FUN DAYS RATHLIN PUFFIN PATROL Sunday 10th June Friday 15th June 11am-4pm, Carrowmena Activity Centre, 100 Carrowclare 10am – 12.30pm & 1.30pm – 4pm Road, Limavady BT49 9EB Departing from Ballintoy Harbour join Causeway Lass and Visitors to the area can enjoy an exciting and adrenaline Causeway Coast & Glens Heritage Trust for a pleasant filled outdoor experience during “Family Fun Days” at boat trip from Ballintoy Harbour via Carrick-a-rede Rope Carrowmena. Bridge to Rathlin Island’s West Lighthouse. Pass below T: 028 7776 3431 Northern Ireland’s largest seabird colony and have great E: [email protected] views of puffins both on the water and around their W: www.carrowmena.co.uk burrows. Booking essential, £35pp including tea and coffee. COASTAL CRAFTERS – CRAFT AND T: 07712 115 751 COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTBALLINTRAE E: [email protected] Wednesday 13th June W: www.ccght.org 10am – 5pm - Portballintrae Village Hall, Portballintrae BT57 8RT BUSHMILLS FOOD TOUR Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, Friday 15th June and Saturday 16th June photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. 10am – 2pm Free admission. Tour departs from Bushmills Visitor Information Centre, T: 07850 377 644 Main Street. For full details of tour see page 17. £40pp, E: [email protected] booking essential. Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre, 028 2076 2024 T: 07718 276 612 E: [email protected] W: www.irishfeast.com

48 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 49 June June STAND UP PADDLEBOARD RETREAT ORCHID WALK Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th June Saturday 16th June Long Line Surf School, 53 Benone Avenue, 2pm – 4pm - Portstewart Strand, Benone BT49 0LQ 118 Strand Road, Portstewart BT55 7PG Binevenagh Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Retreats offer lots A 2hr walk through the dunes with National Trust Rangers of activity and relaxation in a scenic Game of Thrones story- and volunteers to learn more about orchids – especially book setting. See page 32 for further information. Cost £139. Bee and Pyramidal Orchids – and other plant life. T: 07738 128 507 T: 028 7083 6396 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.longlinesurfschool.co.uk W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/portstewart-strand

CAUSEWAY COAST TRIATHLON THE EVA CASSIDY STORY Saturday 16th June Saturday 16th June 10am. East Strand, Portrush 8pm - Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA Standard distance triathlon set in the scenic causeway Presented by Elsa Jean McTaggart. Tickets: £15 coast. £50 / Euro entry fee. T: 028 7012 3123 T: 07780 686 180 W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk E: [email protected] W: www.causewaytriathlon.com CURTIS MAGEE FANFAYRE Sunday 17th – Wednesday 20th June COASTAL CRAFTERS - 8:30pm - Lodge Hotel, Coleraine BT52 1NF CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTSTEWART Join singer Curtis Magee for four nights of non-stop Saturday 16th June entertainment. Curtis is joined by many local stars, 10am – 5pm - Portstewart Town Hall, The Crescent, including comedian Gary Wilson. Tickets: 1 night, £10. Portstewart BT55 7AB 4 day special ticket, £30. Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, T: 028 7034 4848 photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. E: [email protected] Free admission. W: www.thelodgehotel.com T: 07850 377 644 E: [email protected] NORTH COAST ASSOCIATION MIDSUMMER CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – CONCERT AT DRAM ON THE BANN Friday 22nd – Sunday 24th June Saturday 16th June Friday + Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 3pm, Mussenden 12.00pm - 2.30pm. Group meets Waterside Pontoon, Temple, Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP Coleraine 11.45am Local musicians – soprano Helen Aiken, flautist Ross See page 13 for full description of tour. Houston and harpist Rhian Hanson - will perform a T: 07912 408 256 programme of light classical music. £20. E: [email protected] T: 07771 930 211 W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ncoastassoc PORTRUSH SCHOOL OF SOCCER Saturday 16th June WILDLIFE IN THE GARDEN 10.30 - 12 noon - Parker Avenue Playing Fields, Portrush. Saturday 23rd June A fun football event for boys and girls, aged 5-13 yrs. 10am – 12pm Children are welcome to come for as many weeks as they Corrymeela Community Centre, wish. £3 per child; £2 for each additional family member. 5 Drumaroan Road, Ballycastle T: 07974 882 769 Join Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council’s E: [email protected] Biodiversity Officer, Rachel Bain, The Glens Red Squirrel

50 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 51 June June Group, Corrymeela and the Causeway Coast & Glens COASTAL CRAFTERS - Heritage Trust for a wander through Corrymeela’s CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTSTEWART wonderful gardens to uncover colourful butterflies, bumble Saturday 23rd June bees and wildflowers. Free event. 10am – 5pm - Portstewart Town Hall, The Crescent, T: 028 2075 2100 Portstewart BT55 7AB E: [email protected] Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, W: www.ccght.org photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. Free admission. MURLOUGH BAY WALKING TOUR T: 07850 377 644 Saturday 23rd June E: [email protected] 11am departing from Top Car Park. For full details please see page 29. £15pp, booking essential . BALLYMONEY UNITED YOUTH ACADEMY T: 07723 921 022 SOCCER SEVENS E: [email protected] Saturday 23rd June W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre, Garryduff Road, Ballymoney BT53 7DB ROE VALLEY Community soccer initiative for boys & girls SPECIALITY MARKET (2008 & 2009 age group) Saturday 23rd June T: 07719 745 936 11am - 4pm – Drumceatt Square, Limavady E: [email protected] Local food, art and craft including Limavady produced W: www.ballymoneyyouthacademy.co.uk chorizo, rapeseed oil, woodturning, bakery, confectionery and photography. PORTRUSH SCHOOL OF SOCCER T: 07723 622 008 Saturday 23rd June E: [email protected] / 10.30 - 12 noon - Parker Avenue Playing Fields, Portrush. [email protected] T: 07974 882 769 W: www.naturallynorthandcoastandglens.co.uk E: [email protected]

DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY Saturday 23rd June 12 noon – 5pm – 48 Damhead Road, Coleraine BT52 2JS A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Displays and Picnic facilities. Adults: £2, Children: £1 T: 07703 254 595 E: [email protected]

52 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 53 June June RHYTHM OF THE BANN SUMMER KIDS SURF CAMP Saturday 23rd June Friday 29th June – Sunday 2nd September Coleraine 10am - 12pm - Long Line Surf School, A music and dance festival to include a wide variety of 53 Benone Avenue, Benone BT49 0LQ contemporary and the oldest dance and musical traditions, Surf camp for children aged 6 -12 years including surfing, including Scots-Irish, Irish, Scottish, wider European Celtic, beach games and safety designed to help children learn American roots, American folk and African American in a fun environment surrounded by other children. The influences. surf camp is open to any child no matter what level of T: 028 7034 4723 surfing they may be at. Cost £15 per child per session. Also, see website for information regarding Kids Stand Up ARMED FORCES DAY Paddleboard Club running in July and August. Saturday 23rd June T: 07738 128 507 Coleraine E: [email protected] This free event will take place in the town centre and W: www.longlinesurfschool.co.uk Christie Park, and be a huge celebration of the work of the Armed Forces and their families. SUMMER HOLIDAY ADVENTURES AT T: 028 7034 4723 FOYLEHOV ACTIVITY CENTRE Friday 29th June – Sunday 2nd September ROSEPARK FARM 3RD BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS Foylehov Activity Centre, Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th June 71 Carrowclare Rd, Londonderry, 98 Bravallen Road, Ballymoney BT53 7DU Limavady BT49 9EB See Facebook Rosepark Farm Ballymoney for further Foylehov Activity Centre has lots of things to do over the details Summer Holidays - Open every day so it’s perfect for T: 028 2766 5554 getting family and Friends together to enjoy the outdoors E: [email protected] & have fun trying something a bit different on the beautiful W: www.roseparkfarm.com Causeway Coastal Route. We have lots of outdoor activities for all the family to enjoy over the May Bank MAGGIE’S – YER MA! Holiday including: Hovercraft Flying, Powerturn Off Road Wednesday 27th June Buggies, Laser Combat / Laser Tag, Target Archery, Laser 8pm - Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA Clay Pigeon Shooting and Football Golf / Footgolf. Keep Loveable rogue Maggie Muff is back with a bang! an eye on our website & Facebook page for special offers. Tickets: £21 T: 028 7772 2235 T: 028 7012 3123 E: [email protected] W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk W: www.foylehov.com ADRIAN MARGEY SUMMER OPEN STUDIO WEEKENDS CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS - CATCH & SEA Friday 29th June – Sunday 1st July Saturday 30th June Friday + Saturday: 11am – 5:30pm. 6.45am - Portrush Harbour, Portrush BT56 8DF Sunday – 12 noon – 5:30pm. A sunrise fishing trip departing from North Pier, Portrush Adrian Margey Gallery, 99 Mark Street, Harbour. Catch your breakfast aboard The Causeway Portrush BT56 8BU Lass and have it prepared along with local seasonal Pop-up artist studio and gallery space featuring the work produce for a memorable feast at Babushka, overlooking of Adrian Margey and Evana Bjourson will be open to the the West Strand. public during weekends in summer. £55pp (Booking essential as numbers are limited to 12). T: 07841 593 762 T: 07912 408 256 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.adrianmargey.com W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com

54 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 55 June July DOG FRIENDLY TOURS Saturday 30th June 10am – 2pm - East Strand Car Park, Portrush BT56 8AF Dog Friendly Food tours are a fun, outdoor, walking experience for dog owners, stopping to taste great local food and drink. From £40 (includes food and drinks). Only one dog per human. T: 07400 094 252 E: [email protected] W: www.dogfriendlytours.co.uk

PORTRUSH SCHOOL OF SOCCER Saturday 30th June 10.30 - 12 noon - Parker Avenue Playing Fields, Portrush. T: 07974 882 769 E: [email protected]

RONAN’S WAY WALKING TOUR Saturday 30th June 11am, departing from (Ronan’s Way) Car Park on Glendun Road, Cushendun. For full details of tour see page 22. £15pp, booking essential. T: 07723 921 022 E: [email protected] W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk

PIRATES OFF PORTRUSH Saturday 30th June – Sunday 1st July A great children’s outing at the seaside based around the exploits of a Scottish Pirate called Tavish Dhu. There will be drama, music, a street parade with costumed characters, floats and children’s entertainers. T: 028 7082 2442 E: [email protected] W: www.portrushheritagegroup.com

56 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 57 July July AWAY A WEE WALK GAME OF THRONES TOUR Daily Throughout July Every Tuesday and Friday 12:15pm departing from Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, Guided hiking tour of the Giant’s Causeway cliff path. Coleraine BT52 1PQ Includes rambler bus, 3.5 hour guided cliff walk, visit to the Join this luxury tour and visit some of the most spectacular Causeway stones and shuttle bus. Tours £35pp Booking Game of Thrones locations. £40pp. essential by 4pm the day before. Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor Bookings can be made through all visitor information Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 centres in the Causeway Coast and Glens, see back cover T: 07718 805 633 of guide for contacts. E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk W: www.awayaweewalk.com CAUSEWAY COAST GUIDED TOUR SUMMER FAMILY STREET THEATRE Every Wednesday and Saturday in July Every Monday in July 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, 2pm & 4pm, Coleraine BT52 1PQ Ballycastle Seafront Visit all the spectacular sites of the Causeway Coast on Free street theatre family entertainment suitable for all this luxury day tour. £55 per person. ages. Come along and enjoy some slapstick comedy and Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor circus skills. Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 T: 028 2076 2024 T: 07718 805 633 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk

SUMMER SCHEME RATHLIN WALKING TOURS – MILL BAY WALKS (dates throughout July) Every Saturday and Sunday in July Sheskburn Recreation Centre, 8.45am meeting at Ballycastle Ferry Office 7 Mary Street, Join an experienced and qualified guide for a pleasant Ballycastle guided walk around Church Bay and Mill Bay on Rathlin A wide range of activities for children aged 6 – 12 years Island. Duration of walk an hour and a half. Price £8 per including arts and crafts, trips, sports activities. adult, £5 per child age 5-15, Under 5 Free. (Ferry travel T: 028 2076 3300 not included) Booking Essential Contact Ballycastle Visitor E: [email protected] Information Centre to book. W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk T: 028 2076 2024 E: [email protected] DUNLUCE CASTLE - DALRIADA KINGDOM TOURS W: www.rathlinwalkingtours.com Daily throughout July ADRIAN MARGEY SUMMER OPEN STUDIO 11am Departing from Dunluce Castle WEEKENDS Join tour guide Mark for a spectacular tour of Dunluce Every Friday – Sunday during July Castle which is Ulster’s most important landmark site. Friday + Saturday: 11am – 5:30pm. Learn how its history forms and shapes this corner of Sunday – 12 noon – 5:30pm. Ireland in the most dramatic fashion. Contact Ballycastle Adrian Margey Gallery, 99 Mark Street, Portrush BT56 8BU Visitor Information Centre to book. Pop-up artist studio and gallery space featuring the work T: 028 2076 2024 of Adrian Margey and Evana Bjourson will be open to the E: [email protected] public during weekends in summer. W: www.dalriadakingdom.com T: 07841 593 762 E: [email protected] W: www.adrianmargey.com

58 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 59 July July THE RATHLIN EXPERIENCE WALKING TOUR UNICORN TALES AT Every Sunday in July ROSEPARK FARM BALLYMONEY 11am, Rathlin Island Sunday 1st July (Meeting Point: Rathlin Island Ferry Terminal) 98 Bravallen Rd, Ballymoney BT53 7DU Enjoy an Island steeped in history and folklore with Nine See facebook Rosepark Farm Ballymoney for further Glens Walking Tours/ Dalriada Kingdom Guide. Situated details just off the coast of Ballycastle it is home to one of the T: 028 2766 5554 largest bird sanctuaries in Northern Ireland and the perfect E: [email protected] spot for a family day out. £10pp (ferry travel not included). W: www.roseparkfarm.com T: 028 2076 2024 E: [email protected] BALLYKELLY BANK WALK W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk / Sunday 1st July www.dalriadakingdomtours.co.uk 2.30-4.30pm, Ballykelly Car Park at bottom of Station Road. Join Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage Trust for CAUSEWAY COAST & GLENS SUMMER a Sunday stroll along Ballykelly Bank. This is an inspiring RECREATION PROGRAMME off-road, level walk, for most of its length alongside a Throughout July freshwater pond with reed beds and the expanse of Various venues across Causeway Coast & Glens the other side of the sea wall. Free admission. Once again the Sports Development Team will be hosting Booking advisable. a range of summer recreation camps for young people T: 028 2075 2100 ranging from Soccer, Hockey, Volleyball, Racquets and E: [email protected] much more! For more information please contact the W: ccht.org Sports Development Team: John Fall, SUMMER SET PROGRAMME AT CARROWMENA Sports Development Manager (East) Sunday 1st July – Friday 31st August T: 028 2766 0271 Carrowmena Activity Centre, 100 Carrowclare Road, E: [email protected] Limavady BT49 9EB Fun and adventure awaits you every day this summer at Stephen McCartney, Carrowmena. Start the summer Sports Development Manager (Central) more active and show the kids there is more to life than a T: 028 7035 5048 games station or a tablet. An opportunity to breathe in the E: [email protected] fresh air and enjoy the outdoors in the long summer days. Jonny McFadden, Let the fun begin! Full and half day packages available. Sports Development Manager (West) T: 028 7776 3431 T: 028 7776 4009 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.carrowmena.co.uk W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com MUSIC SUNDAYS AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE NATURALLY NORTH COAST AND GLENS ARTISAN 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 July (every Sunday) MARKET VISITS THE PIRATES OFF PORTRUSH Downhill Demesne, Mussenden Road, Sunday 1st July Castlerock BT51 4RP 12 noon – 5pm - Antrim Gardens, 12.00pm - 3.00pm Portrush BT56 8BN Enjoy some local musical talent in Mussenden Temple to Artisan market, selling a range of handmade art, craft and accompany your Sunday afternoon walk.This event is free, local food produce. but normal admission charges apply for the venue. T: 07723 622 008 T: 028 7084 8728 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- hezlett-house

60 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 61 July July MINI PONY CAMP AT CRINDLE STABLES ST. PATRICK’S SUMMER RECITALS Monday 2nd July – Thursday 5th July Thursday 5th July 6 Carrowclare Road, 12.30pm - St. Patrick’s Church of Ireland, 37 Church Limavady BT49 9ED Street, Coleraine BT52 1AR An opportunity for younger riders to experience a mini Lunch-time recitals. Free admission. camp at Crindle Stables. Learn to look after your pony with T: 028 7034 4213 help from more advanced riders. Mini Camp includes riding E: [email protected] lessons, stable management, pony games and lots of fun W: www.stpats.co.uk whilst improving skills and confidence. £130 if booked by end of June. BALLYCASTLE FOOD TOUR T: 07738 516 106 Friday 6th & Saturday 7th July E: [email protected] 10am - 2pm departing from Ballycastle Visitor Information W: www.crindlestables.com or Centre. £40pp. Booking essential. See page 15 for further www.facebook.com/crindle.stables information. Bookings can also be made via Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre, 028 2076 2024. WORDS AND PICTURES T: 07718 276 612 Tuesday 3rd July E: [email protected] 10:30am – 11:30am - Waterstones, W: www.irishfeast.com 10 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AP FAMILY FUN WEEK AT ROSEPARK FARM Story-telling session, followed by related arts and crafts BALLYMONEY activity, every Tuesday morning during July and August. Saturday 7th – Monday 16th July For children of all ages. No booking required. 98 Bravallen Rd, Ballymoney BT53 7DU T: 028 7035 8877 See facebook Rosepark Farm Ballymoney for further E: [email protected] details W: www.waterstones.com T: 028 2766 5554 E: [email protected] COASTAL CRAFTERS – CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES W: www.roseparkfarm.com FAIR, PORTBALLINTRAE Wednesday 4th July ROE VALLEY VINTAGE AND FAMILY FUN DAY 10am – 5pm - Portballintrae Village Hall, Saturday 7th July, 10am Portballintrae BT57 8RT Rathmore Road, Limavady Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, Family Fun Day including vintage displays, bouncy castle, photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. face-painting and much more. Something for all the family, Free admission. everyone welcome. Admission: adult £5 / children free. T: 07850 377 644 Senior Citizens £1. E: [email protected] T: 028 7774 1105 / 07742 000 302 E: [email protected] PORTRUSH SUMMER THEATRE Wednesday 4th - Saturday 28th July VINEYARD CAR BOOT SALE, Portrush Town Hall, FARMERS MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR Portrush BT56 8BT Saturday 7th July Performances from Wednesday to Saturday each week 9am – 1pm - The Vineyard Complex at Hillmans Way, during July and August. Ballycastle Road, Coleraine BT52 2ED Live comedy theatre – 8pm T: 028 7022 0005 T: 028 7082 9539 E: [email protected] W: www.audf.org.uk/portrush W: www.market.vineyardcompassion.co.uk

62 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 63 July July DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY Saturday 7th July 12 noon – 5pm - 48 Damhead Road, Coleraine BT52 2JS A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Displays and Picnic facilities. Adults: £2, Children: £1 T: 07703 254 595 E: [email protected]

KESWICK AT PORTSTEWART Saturday 7th – Friday 13th July Each evening 7:30pm, mornings Monday – Friday: 11am, Convention Avenue, Portstewart BT55 7BW Christians of all denominations and generations coming together for uplifting worship, great fellowship and life- changing Bible teaching. T: 07841 469 165 E: [email protected] W: www.keswickatportstewart.org

TEDDY BEAR PICNIC Saturday 8th July Rosepark Farm Ballymoney, 98 Bravallen Rd, Ballymoney BT53 7DU See facebook Rosepark Farm Ballymoney for further details. T: 028 2766 5554 E: [email protected] W: www.roseparkfarm.com

BALLYCASTLE SEAFRONT ARTISAN MARKET Sunday 8th July 11am – 6pm Ballycastle Seafront. See page 29 for full description of market. COASTAL CRAFTERS - T: 07723 622 008 CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTSTEWART E: [email protected] Saturday 7th July W: www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk 10am – 5pm - Portstewart Town Hall, The Crescent, Portstewart BT55 7AB COUNTY ANTRIM JUNIOR AND SENIOR TENNIS Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, TOURNAMENT photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. Starts Sunday 8th July Free admission. Mary Street, Ballycastle BT54 6QH T: 07850 377 644 The facility hosts two annual tennis tournaments, the other E: [email protected] one in August. This competitive competition, with an entry from all over Europe contributes substantially to the local PORTRUSH SCHOOL OF SOCCER economy because of the numbers attending. It is reported Saturday 7th July to be the largest entry for any tournament in Ireland. Online 10.30 - 12 noon - Parker Avenue Playing Fields, entries will be available mid 2018. Portrush. T: 028 2076 3300 T: 07974 882 769 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk

64 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 65 July July TEDDY BEARS PICNIC AT CARROWMENA PUFFIN EXPRESS & Sunday 8th July CARRICK-A-REDE SEA SAFARI 11am – 4pm. Carrowmena Activity Centre, 8th, 10th, 14th, 15th, 21st July 100 Carrowclare Road, Departing at 3pm from Ballycastle Marina. Limavady BT49 9EB See page 12 for full details. What better way to spend a sunny summer afternoon that £30pp, booking essential. Bookings can also be made with a picnic with all the family? Bring the kids for a fun through Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre, 028 2076 filled family activity day out. Children are encouraged to 2024. bring along their favourite teddy and join in the fun with all T: 028 7083 2584 our furry friends. Prices: Kids £8 / Adults £3 / Family £25. E: [email protected] T: 028 7776 3431 W: www.aquaholics.co.uk E: [email protected] W: www.carrowmena.co.uk WORDS AND PICTURES Tuesday 10th July MUSIC SUNDAYS AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE 10:30am – 11:30am - Waterstones, Sunday 8th July 10 Church Street, 12 noon – 3pm - Mussenden Temple, Coleraine BT52 1AP Mussenden Road, Story-telling session, followed by related arts and crafts Castlerock BT51 4RP activity, every Tuesday morning during July and August. Enjoy some local musical talent in Mussenden Temple to For children of all ages. No booking required. accompany your Sunday afternoon walk. T: 028 7035 8877 T: 028 7084 8728 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.waterstones.com W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- hezlett-house AQUAHOLICS INISHTRAHULL ISLAND BASKING SHARK SEA SAFARI BUSHTOWN HOTEL – Wednesday 11th July JULY COUNTRY FESTIVAL 10am – 4pm - Portstewart Harbour BT55 7AY Sunday 8th & Monday 9th July Sea safari to the deserted island of Inishtrahull off Malin 283 Drumcroon Road, Head and searching for Basking Sharks. Tickets: £60. Coleraine BT51 3QT Children under 12: £40 Hosting the biggest names on Ireland’s country music Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Visitor scene. Information Centre. Tel: 028 2076 2024 T: 028 7035 8367 T: 028 7083 2584 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.bushtownhotel.com W: www.aquaholics.co.uk

RATHLIN FESTIVAL WEEK SUMMER STREET THEATRE Sunday 8th July – Sunday 15th July Wednesday 11, 18, 25 July and Rathlin Island Friday 13, 20, 27 July Programme of events includes horseshoe competition, 1:30pm - The Amphitheatre, Portrush, beach games, model yacht racing, ceili, organised walks 4pm - The Crescent, Portstewart and activities for the children, to mention but a few. A variety of street theatre shows. Something for everyone to enjoy. Make sure to book ferry Free family entertainment. crossing, 028 2076 9299. T: 028 7034 7234 T: 028 2076 0079 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com W: www.rathlincommunity.com

66 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 67 July July CURTIS MAGEE COUNTRY & GOSPEL SHOW BUSHMILLS FOOD TOUR Wednesday 11th July Friday 13th and Saturday 14th July 7:30pm - Town Hall, The Crescent, 10am – 2pm Portstewart BT55 7AB Departing from Bushmills Visitor Information Centre, Country and Gospel Show featuring Curtis Magee, Billy Main Street. McFarland, Kenny Archer, Crawford Bell and compere See page 17 for full description of tour. £40pp, booking Martin Moore. Tickets £10 essential. Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle T: 07889 468 112 Visitor Information Centre, E: [email protected] 028 2076 2024 W: www.curtismagee.com T: 07718 276 612 E: [email protected] STAR OF THE SEA ART GROUP ANNUAL W: www.irishfeast.com EXHIBITION Thursday 12th – Monday 16th July DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY Thursday – Sunday: 12 noon - 8pm, Friday 13th July Monday: 11am – 5pm 12 noon – 5pm - 48 Damhead Road, Star of the Sea Parish Centre, Coleraine BT52 2JS Coleraine Road, A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Portstewart BT55 7HP Displays and Picnic facilities. Annual exhibition held in the Star of the Sea Centre. Adults: £2, Children: £1 Admission: £2 (all proceeds to Macmillan Cancer Support). T: 07703 254 595 T: 028 7083 2170 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET BUSHMILLS THROUGH THE WARS Saturday 14th July Thursday 12th – Sunday 22nd July 9am – 4pm, The Diamond, Monday-Saturday10.30am -5.30pm, Coleraine BT52 1DE Sunday 2pm-5.30pm Causeway Speciality Market is supportive of local 13 Priestland Road, Bushmills producers and operates on the second Saturday of each War Exhibition taking in the Great Second World War and Month outside Coleraine Town Hall. All products are either Korea is a cross community event remembering our War organic or speciality goods. Quality art, crafts and gifts for dead and what it was like to live in both wars through sale too. photographs, stories, memorabilia and research. T: 028 7034 7034 T: 028 2073 2916 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk

CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – COASTAL CRAFTERS - DRAM ON THE BANN CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTSTEWART Friday 13th July Saturday 14th July 12.00pm - 2.30pm. 10am – 5pm - Portstewart Town Hall, Group meets Waterside Pontoon, Coleraine 11.45am The Crescent, See page 13 for tour description. Portstewart BT55 7AB Departs Waterside Pontoon in Coleraine town centre. Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, Soft drinks also available. photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. T: 07912 408 256 Free admission. E: [email protected] T: 07850 377 644 W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com E: [email protected]

68 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 69 July July PORTRUSH SCHOOL OF SOCCER Saturday 14th July 10.30 - 12 noon - Parker Avenue Playing Fields, Portrush. T: 07974 882 769 E: [email protected]

GLENARIFFE WATERFALLS WALKING TOUR Saturday 14th July 11.00am, departing from Laragh Lodge Restaurant Car Park. See page 16 for full details of tour. £10pp, booking essential. T: 07723 921 022 E: [email protected] W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk

FAIRHEAD WALKING TOUR Saturday 14th July 11am, departing from Fairhead Car Park. See page 16 for full details of tour. £10pp, booking essential. T 07723 921 022 E: [email protected] W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk

CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – COAST & COUNTRY Saturday 14th July 9.30am – Coleraine Town Hall, The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE Join a guided culinary tour of the beautiful Causeway Coast to sample some of the areas locally produced food and drink. This is a 6 hour bused tour of the region. See page 19 for further details. Cost £60pp. Booking essential. T: 07912 408 256 E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com

BUTTERFLY SAFARI Saturday 14th July 2pm – 4pm - Portstewart Strand, Portstewart BT55 7PG Calling all kids! Fun for all the family as you join our rangers on a walk through the dunes, catching and identifying butterflies and moths. Adults: £2, Children: £1. (Parking charge applies to non-National Trust members.) T: 028 7083 6396 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/portstewart-strand

70 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 71 July July MUSIC SUNDAYS AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE The Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre are once again running Sunday 15th July their ever popular summer scheme. 12 noon – 3pm - Mussenden Temple, Mussenden Road, Enrolment late June/early July. There are 4 courses Castlerock BT51 4RP available this year, with something for everyone: Swimming Enjoy some local musical talent in Mussenden Temple to Junior Life Saving, Arts & Crafts, and Tennis. accompany your Sunday afternoon walk. T: 028 2766 0260 T: 028 7084 8728 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- hezlett-house WORDS AND PICTURES Tuesday 17th July O’NEILLS TOURNAMENT 10:30am – 11:30am - Waterstones, Monday 16th July - Saturday 21st July 10 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AP An international youth football tournament held over 6 Story-telling session, followed by related arts and crafts days with entries from more than 350 teams. Matches will activity, every Tuesday morning during July and August. be played in 6 venues within Causeway Coast and Glens For children of all ages. No booking required. Borough Council area. T: 028 7035 8877 T: 028 7135 9734 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.waterstones.com W: www.foylecup.com ST. PATRICK’S SUMMER RECITALS PONY CAMP AT CRINDLE STABLES Thursday 19th July Monday 16th July – Friday 20th July 12.30pm - St. Patrick’s Church of Ireland, Crindle Stables, 6 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9ED 37 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AR Everything from pony care to riding lessons and stable Lunch-time recitals. Free admission. management can be experienced during a pony camp at T: 028 7034 4213 Crindle Stables. E: [email protected] T: 07738 516 106 W: www.stpats.co.uk E: [email protected] W: www.crindlestables.com or CURTIS MAGEE COUNTRY & COMEDY SHOW www.facebook.com/crindle.stables Thursday 19th July 8pm - Lodge Hotel, Coleraine BT52 1NF SUMMER CAMP AT CARROWMENA Join singer Curtis Magee and Comedian Gary Wilson for a Monday 16th – Friday 20th July night of Country & Comedy. Tickets: £10 11am – 4.30pm. Carrowmena Activity Centre, T: 028 7034 4848 100 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9EB E: [email protected] This year’s Carrowmena Summer Camp brings back W: www.thelodgehotel.com adventure and fun to the North Coast. As you will experience all the fun and adrenaline that Carrowmena CO LONDONDERRY has to offer. You will make friends and have fun trying new AGRICULTURAL SHOW adventures. 3 days £90 / 5 day £120 Saturday 21st July T: 028 7776 3431 9am to 6pm – Aghanloo, Limavady E: [email protected] One-day agricultural show featuring livestock, equestrian W: www.carrowmena.co.uk classes, craft marquees, fun and games. T: 07739 151 693 BALLYMONEY SUMMER SCHEME E: [email protected] Monday 16th July – Friday 10th August W: www.limavadyshow.co.uk Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre, Ballymoney BT53 7DB

72 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 73 July July KENNEDY KANE MCARTHUR FESTIVAL OF RUNNING ARMOY ROAD RACES – & FUN DAY THE RACE OF LEGENDS Saturday 21st July Sunday 22nd - Saturday 28th July 10.45 am, Dervock, Ballymoney Armoy Village and surrounding areas Runners from across the province and further afield will The world famous Armoy Road Races celebrate their 10th descend on the village of Dervock for the annual Half Anniversary. The road races take place once again in and Marathon and 5 mile Road Race. Online Entries at www. around the picturesque County Antrim village of Armoy. athleticsni.org or contact below. Organised by Springwell The Three mile circuit harks back to the 1970’s and the Running Club and Dervock & District Community Association. days of the legendary Armoy Armada including the famous T: 028 2766 6925 Joey Dunlop, but has been brought bang up to date by E: [email protected] the organisers. A thrilling two day racing experience for all W: www.springwellrunners.com to enjoy. Race Week Events Programme will be available closer to date. COASTAL CRAFTERS - T: 07845 518 834 CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTSTEWART E: [email protected] Saturday 21st July W: www.armoyroadraces.com 10am – 5pm - Portstewart Town Hall, The Crescent, Portstewart BT55 7AB THE PORTSTEWART COMMUNITY Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, RED SAILS FESTIVAL photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. Sunday 22nd – Saturday 28th July Free admission. The Red Sails Festival includes a diverse range of musical T: 07850 377 644 events, children’s entertainment and competitions, street E: [email protected] theatre and dance, all ending with a spectacular firework display on Saturday 28th. PORTRUSH SCHOOL OF SOCCER T: 07783 451 862 Saturday 21st July E: [email protected] 10.30 - 12 noon. W: www.redsails.co.uk Parker Avenue Playing Fields, Portrush. MUSIC SUNDAYS AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE T: 07974 882 769 Sunday 22nd July E: [email protected] 12 noon – 3pm - Mussenden Temple, Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP BALLYCASTLE SEAFRONT ARTISAN MARKET Enjoy some local musical talent in Mussenden Temple to Sunday 22nd July accompany your Sunday afternoon walk. 11am – 6pm. Ballycastle Seafront. T: 028 7084 8728 See page 29 for full details of market. E: [email protected] T: 07723 622 008 W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- E: [email protected] hezlett-house W: www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk ADVANCED PONY CAMP AT CRINDLE STABLES SUPERCUP NI SOCCER TOURNAMENT Monday 23rd – Friday 27th July Sunday 22nd – Friday 27th July Crindle Stables, 6 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9ED Annual international youth football tournament. Welcome Advanced camp for advanced riders (older youths and ceremony Sunday 22 July. Matches played at various adults only). An amazing week at Crindle Stables with an venues around the Causeway Coast area in Ballymoney, international show jumper as trainer. This camp involves Coleraine and Limavady. feet work, grid work and cross country training. T: 07860 841 193 T: 07738 516 106 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.supercupni.com W: www.crindlestables.com or www.facebook.com/crindle.stables 74 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 75 July July WORDS AND PICTURES Coleraine Town Hall on the second Tuesday 24th July Saturday of each Month. It is the largest regular outdoor 10:30am – 11:30am - Waterstones, market in Northern Ireland. 10 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AP T: 028 7034 7034 Story-telling session, followed by related arts and crafts E: [email protected] activity, every Tuesday morning during July and August. W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk For children of all ages. No booking required. T: 028 7035 8877 COASTAL CRAFTERS - E: [email protected] CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTSTEWART W: www.waterstones.com Saturday 28th July 10am – 5pm - Portstewart Town Hall, COASTAL CRAFTERS – CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES The Crescent, Portstewart BT55 7AB FAIR, PORTBALLINTRAE Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, Wednesday 25th July photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. 10am – 5pm - Portballintrae Village Hall, Free admission. Portballintrae BT57 8RT T: 07850 377 644 Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, E: [email protected] photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. Free admission. PORTRUSH SCHOOL OF SOCCER T: 07850 377 644 Saturday 28th July E: [email protected] 10.30 - 12 noon - Parker Avenue Playing Fields, Portrush. ST. PATRICK’S SUMMER RECITALS T: 07974 882 769 Thursday 26th July E: [email protected] 12.30pm - St. Patrick’s Church of Ireland, 37 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AR DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY Lunch-time recitals. Free admission. Saturday 28th July T: 028 7034 4213 12 noon – 5pm, 48 Damhead Road, E: [email protected] Coleraine BT52 2JS W: www.stpats.co.uk A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Displays and Picnic facilities. ‘LACPATRICK’ 5 MILE ROAD RACE & FUN RUN Adults: £2, Children: £1 Friday 27th July T: 07703 254 595 6.15pm - 7.30pm E: [email protected] Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre, Garryduff Road, Ballymoney BT53 7DB BUTTERFLY SAFARI 5 Mile Race for Adults at 7.30pm and Children’s 1 & Saturday 28th July 1.5k Fun runs for ages 8-14 at 6:15pm, in association 2pm – 4pm - Portstewart Strand, with Springwell Running Club. Register at https://online. Portstewart BT55 7PG athleticsni.org/ps/event/listings Calling all kids! Fun for all the family as you join our rangers T: 028 2766 0260 on a walk through the dunes, catching and identifying E: [email protected] butterflies and moths. Adults: £2, Children: £1. (Parking W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk charge applies to non-National Trust members.) Booking essential. THE CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET T: 028 7083 6396 Saturday 28th July E: [email protected] 9am – 4pm - The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/portstewart-strand A bustling speciality food and craft market held around

76 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 77 July August SUMMER FIREWORKS EVENING (FINALE OF THE RED SAILS FESTIVAL) Saturday 28th July 10:30pm - The Promenade, Portstewart A magnificent fireworks finale to the weeklong festival of free entertainment and workshops. T: 028 7034 7234 E: [email protected]

IRISH HISTORY STARTS HERE Saturday 28th July – Saturday 15th September Coleraine Museum in Coleraine Town Hall. From the earliest known settlement at Mountsandel almost 10,000 years ago, a fascinating Bronze Age village, and a Medieval Abbey kitchen, to the official Plantation, this exhibition reveals the history of the Coleraine area. T: 028 7034 4723 E: [email protected] W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.gov.uk

MUSIC SUNDAYS AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE Sunday 29th July 12 noon – 3pm - Mussenden Temple, Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP Enjoy some local musical talent in Mussenden Temple to accompany your Sunday afternoon walk. T: 028 7084 8728 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- hezlett-house

SUMMER CAMP AT CARROWMENA Monday 30th July – Friday 4th August 11am – 4.30pm. Carrowmena Activity Centre, 100 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9EB This year’s Carrowmena Summer Camp brings back adventure and fun to the North Coast. Experience all the fun and adrenaline that Carrowmena has to offer. Make new friends and have fun trying new adventures. 3 days £90 / 5 day £120. T: 028 7776 3431 E: [email protected] W: www.carrowmena.co.uk

78 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 79 August August AWAY A WEE WALK AUGUST SUMMER SCHEME Daily throughout August Sheskburn Recreation Centre, 12:15pm departing from Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre 7 Mary Street, Ballycastle Guided hiking tour of the Giant’s Causeway cliff path. A wide range of activities for children aged 6 – 12 years Includes rambler bus, 3.5 hour guided cliff walk, visit to the including arts and crafts, trips, sports activities. Causeway stones and shuttle bus. Tours £35pp Booking T: 028 2076 3300 essential by 4pm the day before. E: [email protected] Bookings can be made through all visitor information centres in the Causeway Coast and Glens, see back cover KIDS STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING of guide for contacts. Wednesdays & Thursdays E: [email protected] 3.30 - 4.30pm - Long Line Surf School, W: www.awayaweewalk.com 53 Benone Avenue, Benone BT49 0LQ Surf camp for children aged 6-12 years including surfing, CHILDREN’S MONTH beach games and safety designed to help children learn in Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, Limavady a fun environment surrounded by other children. The surf August is traditionally Children’s Month at the Roe Valley camp is open to any child no matter what level of surfing Arts & Cultural Centre, an award-winning arts facility they may be at. Cost £15 per child. situated at the heart of Limavady town. Lots happening T: 07738 128 507 throughout the month for kids including arts, crafts, E: [email protected] exhibitions and kids theatre. W: www.longlinesurfschool.co.uk T: 028 7776 60650 E: [email protected] DUNLUCE CASTLE - W: www.roevalleyarts.com DALRIADA KINGDOM TOURS Daily throughout August CAUSEWAY COAST & GLENS SUMMER 11am Departing from Dunluce Castle RECREATION PROGRAMME Join tour guide Mark for a spectacular tour of Dunluce Throughout August Castle which is Ulster’s most important landmark site. Various venues across Causeway Coast & Glens Learn how its history forms and shapes this corner of Once again the Sports Development Team will be hosting Ireland in the most dramatic fashion. Contact Ballycastle a range of summer recreation camps for young people Visitor Information Centre to book. ranging from Soccer, Hockey, Volleyball, Racquets and T: 028 2076 2024 much more! For more information please contact the E: [email protected] Sports Development Team: W: www.dalriadakingdom.com John Fall, Sports Development Manager (East) GAME OF THRONES TOUR T: 028 2766 0271 Every Tuesday and Friday in August E: [email protected] 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, Stephen McCartney, Coleraine BT52 1PQ Sports Development Manager (Central) Join this luxury tour and visit some of the most spectacular T: 028 7035 5048 Game of Thrones locations. £40pp. E: [email protected] Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 Jonny McFadden, T: 07718 805 633 Sports Development Manager (West) E: [email protected] T: 028 7776 4009 W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk E: [email protected] W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com

80 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 81 August August CAUSEWAY COAST GUIDED TOUR A variety of street theatre shows. Every Wednesday and Saturday in August Free family entertainment. 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, T: 028 7034 7234 Coleraine BT52 1PQ E: [email protected] Visit all the spectacular sites of the Causeway Coast on W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com this luxury day tour. £55 per person. Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor AVIATION HISTORY OF BINEVENAGH Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 Wednesday 1st August T: 07718 805 633 2-4pm, Ulster Gliding Club, , Bellarena Airfield, E: [email protected] Limavady W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk There is a wealth of aviation history in Binevenagh Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Why Not join CCHT to find RATHLIN WALKING TOURS – MILL BAY WALKS out about Harry Ferguson, the airfields built at Aghanaloo, Every Saturday and Sunday in August Ballykelly and Eglinton and much more. Free admission. 8.45am meeting at Ballycastle Ferry Office Booking essential. Join an experienced and qualified guide for a pleasant T: 028 2075 2100 guided walk around Church Bay and Mill Bay on Rathlin E: [email protected] Island. Duration of walk an hour and a half. Price £8 per W: ccht.org adult, £5 per child age 5-15, Under 5 Free. (Ferry travel not included) Booking Essential Contact Ballycastle Visitor MAIZE MAZE AT CARROWMENA Information Centre to book. Wednesday 1st August - Sunday 2nd September T: 028 2076 2024 100 Carrowclare Road, Limavady, BT49 9EB E: [email protected] Our ever popular maze maize opens in August for a family W: www.rathlinwalkingtours.com treat and a day out not to be matched in Northern Ireland. One way in, but can you make it back out? Throughout SUMMER FAMILY STREET THEATRE August you can book tickets online and go directly to the (Every Monday in August) Café for your briefing before going off into the Maze Maize. Ballycastle, 2pm & 4pm Available from 10am last entry 8pm. Price: £4pp / Family Street theatre family entertainment suitable for all ages. (2A & 3K) - £15. Neon Night Maize also available. Come along and enjoy some slapstick comedy and circus T: 028 7776 3431 skills. E: [email protected] T: 028 2076 2024 W: www.carrowmena.co.uk E: [email protected] W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com ADRIAN MARGEY SUMMER OPEN STUDIO WEEKENDS PORTRUSH SUMMER THEATRE Every Friday – Sunday from 3rd August – Wednesday 1st to Friday 31st August 2nd September Portrush Town Hall, Portrush BT56 8BT Friday + Saturday: 11am – 5:30pm. Performances from Wednesday to Saturday each week Sunday: 12 noon – 5:30pm. during July and August. Adrian Margey Gallery, Live comedy theatre – 8pm 99 Mark Street, T: 028 7082 9539 Portrush BT56 8BU W: www.audf.org.uk/portrush Pop-up artist studio and gallery space featuring the work SUMMER STREET THEATRE of Adrian Margey and Evana Bjourson will be open to the Wednesday 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and public during weekends in summer. Friday 3rd 10th, 17th, 24th August T: 07841 593 762 1:30pm - The Amphitheatre, Portrush and 4pm - The E: [email protected] Crescent, Portstewart W: www.adrianmargey.com

82 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 83 August August BALLYCASTLE FOOD TOUR PORTRUSH SCHOOL OF SOCCER Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th August Saturday 4th August 10am - 2pm departing from Ballycastle Visitor Information 10.30 – 12 noon - Parker Avenue Playing Field, Centre. £40pp. Booking essential. See page 15 for further Portrush BT56 8JY information. Bookings can also be made via Ballycastle T: 07974 882 769 Visitor Information Centre, 028 2076 2024. E: [email protected] T: 07718 276 612 E: [email protected] FAIRHEAD WALKING TOUR W: www.irishfeast.com Saturday 4th August 11 am, departing from Fairhead Car Park. £10, booking VINEYARD CAR BOOT SALE, essential. FARMERS MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR See page 16 for description of tour. Saturday 4th August T: 07723 921 022 9am - 1pm – Vineyard Centre, E: [email protected] 10 Hillman’s Way, Ballycastle Road, W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk Coleraine BT52 2ED T: 028 7022 0005 GLENARIFFE WATERFALLS WALKING TOUR E: [email protected] Saturday 4th August W: www.market.vineyardcompassion.co.uk 11 am, departing from Laragh Lodge Restaurant Car Park See page 16 for full description of tour. £10pp, booking DOG LEAP RALLY essential. Saturday 4th August T: 07723 921 022 10.00am - E: [email protected] Shackleton, Ballykelly BT49 9PR W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk A day of high quality motorsport entertainment, against a ULSTER MILITARY VEHICLE CLUB SHOW spectacular outdoor backdrop that is the Roe Valley. The Saturday 4th August – Sunday 5th August Dog Leap Rally, organised by the Maiden City Motor Club, 10am - 5pm - The Paddock, Portrush attracts top drivers and co-drivers from throughout Northern This annual event which takes place during the first Ireland and the . Visitors can experience weekend in August gives the public the opportunity to see high speed, high octane and an ultimately exhilarating event, up close, a range of historic military vehicles. The Ulster making for a fantastic day out for all the family. Military Vehicle Club exists to promote the restoration, T: 07713 587 264 preservation and display of ex-military vehicles. There E: [email protected] will be re-enactments and display stalls alongside the W: www.maidencitymotorclub.com exhibition. Experience all of this history with a backdrop of the beautiful North Antrim Coast. Adult Tickets £5. COASTAL CRAFTERS - CRAFT AND T: 07966 925 698 COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTSTEWART E: [email protected] Saturday 4th August W: www.umvc.org.uk 10am – 5pm - Portstewart Town Hall, NATURALLY NORTH COAST & GLENS The Crescent, Portstewart BT55 7AB ARTISAN MARKET Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, Sunday 5th August photographs, woodcraft, candles, spice and collectables. 11am to 6pm Free admission. Ballycastle Seafront. T: 07850 377 644 See page 29 for details of market. E: [email protected] T: 07723 622 008 E: [email protected] W: www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk

84 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 85 August August MARCONI FESTIVAL KITE FESTIVAL Sunday 5th August Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th August 11am – 6pm, Seafront, Ballycastle 12 noon – 5pm - Downhill Demesne, Annual event including official opening of festival, car boot Mussenden Road, sale, line dancers, teddy bears picnic, judging of the best Castlerock BT51 4RP built sand competition, bouncy castle and face painting all Award-winning kite displays, stunt kite teams and other day and lots more. Radio transmissions will take place all kite-related activities make this a weekend not to be day from the Marconi Group mobile radio unit. missed. There will also be quad pod rides, a speciality food T: 07837 137 675 and drinks market, kids’ inflatables and much, much more. E: [email protected] Normal admission. T: 028 7084 8728 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- hezlett-house

NEW HORIZON Saturday 4th – Friday 10th August University of Ulster, Coleraine Campus, Cromore Road, Coleraine BT52 1AS New Horizon has been running a refreshing, challenging and relevant ministry week at the University of Ulster, Coleraine every summer since 1989. T: 028 2955 7157 E: [email protected] W: www.newhorizon.org.uk

86 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 87 August August HEART OF THE GLENS FESTIVAL, T: 028 7776 3431 CUSHENDALL AREA E: [email protected] Saturday 4th – Sunday 12th August W: www.carrowmena.co.uk See festival programme for times. This is the 28th anniversary of Heart of the Glens Festival and one of the BALLYCASTLE JUNIOR TENNIS TOURNAMENT most successful community festivals in Northern Ireland. Starting Sunday 5th August There is a wide range of workshops, shows and events Mary Street, Ballycastle including RNLI Open Day, the Opening Community This tournament is less competitive than the July one, but Parade, Country Sports night, Food Fest night, Dallywood nevertheless attracts entries from all over Europe. Played ‘Theme’ night, Lurig Fell Run, Glens Vintage Family Fun on the only grass courts in Northern Ireland situated at the Day and rally and fireworks to mention just a few. picturesque seafront in Ballycastle. Online entries will be T: 028 2177 1378 available mid 2018 E: [email protected] T: 028 2076 3300 W: www.glensfestival.com E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk EAST ANTRIM OLD VEHICLE CLUB RUN Sunday 5th August, Portrush PUFFIN EXPRESS & CARRICK-A-REDE SEA SAFARI The East Antrim Old Vehicle Clubs cavalcade commences Sunday 5th August at Mossley Mill, Antrim and makes its way to Portrush Departing 3pm from Ballycastle Marina followed by a truck convoy round the NW200 circuit. See page 12 for details of tour. £30pp. Booking essential. Entertainment also provided at the Pits area in Portrush. Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Visitor Free entry, but donations are taken for the NI Air Information Centre. Tel: 028 2076 2024 Ambulance. T: 028 7083 2584 W: visitcausewaycoastandglens.gov.uk E: [email protected] W: www.aquaholics.co.uk THE RATHLIN EXPERIENCE WALKING TOUR 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th August (Every Sunday) WORDS AND PICTURES 11am, Rathlin Island Tuesday 7th August (Meeting Point: Rathlin Island Ferry Terminal) 10.30 – 11.30am - Waterstones, 10 Church Street, Enjoy an Island steeped in history and folklore with Nine Coleraine BT52 1AP Glens Walking Tours Guide. Situated just off the coast of Story-telling session, followed by related arts and crafts Ballycastle it is home to one of the largest bird sanctuaries activity, every Tuesday morning during July and August. in Northern Ireland and the perfect spot for a family day For children of all ages. No booking required. out. £10pp (ferry travel not included). Bookings can also T: 028 7035 8877 be made through Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre. E: [email protected] Tel: 028 2076 2024 W: www.waterstones.com T: 07723 921 022/07752 659 202 E: [email protected] COASTAL CRAFTERS – CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk/ FAIR, PORTBALLINTRAE www.dalriadakingdomtours.co.uk Wednesday 8th August 10am – 5pm - Portballintrae Village Hall, Portballintrae CARROWMENA FAMILY FUN DAYS BT57 8RT Sunday 5th August Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, 11am-4pm, Carrowmena Activity Centre, photographs, wood craft, candles, spices and collectables. 100 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9EB Free admission. Visitors to the area can enjoy an exciting and adrenaline T: 07850 377 644 filled outdoor experience during “Family Fun Days” at E: [email protected] Carrowmena.

88 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 89 August August ST PATRICK’S SUMMER RECITALS CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS - Thursday 9th August COAST & COUNTRY 12.30pm - St. Patrick’s Church of Ireland, Saturday 11th August 37 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AR 9.30am – Coleraine Town Hall, The Diamond, Lunch-time recitals. Free admission. Coleraine BT52 1DE T: 028 7034 4213 Join a guided culinary tour of the beautiful Causeway E: [email protected] Coast to sample some of the areas locally produced food W: www.stpats.co.uk and drink. This is a 6 hour bused tour of the region. See page 19 for further details. Cost £60pp. Booking essential. NW PIPE BAND & T: 07912 408 256 HIGHLAND DANCING CHAMPIONSHIPS E: [email protected] Friday 10th & Saturday 11th August W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com Portrush, Competition held by the RSPBA NI at the Recreation Grounds in Portrush since the 1950s. Attracting COASTAL CRAFTERS - up to 50 pipe bands annually to Portrush including CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTSTEWART international highland dancing and concludes with a street Saturday 11th August carnival parade through the town on the Saturday evening. 10am – 5pm - Portstewart Town Hall, The Crescent, W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.gov.uk Portstewart BT55 7AB Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, STENDHAL FESTIVAL OF ART photographs, woodcraft, candles, spice and collectables. Friday 10th and Saturday 11th August Free admission. Ballymully Cottage Farm, T: 07850 377 644 Limavady BT49 0NQ E: [email protected] Celebrating all things creative, Stendhal Festival is a multi-award winning festival promoting a programme of PORTRUSH SCHOOL OF SOCCER music, poetry, comedy, dance, theatre, contemporary Saturday 11th August and traditional arts, sculpture, street performance, craft, 10.30 – 12 noon - Parker Avenue Playing Field, workshops and a dedicated family programme over the Portrush BT56 8JY course of one weekend! T: 07974 882 769 Tickets available from Limavady Visitor Information Centre. E: [email protected] T: 028 7776 0650 E: [email protected] DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY W: www.stendhalfestival.com Saturday 11th August 12 noon – 5pm - 48 Damhead Road, Coleraine BT52 2JS CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Displays and Picnic Saturday 11th August facilities. 9am-4pm – The Diamond, Adults: £2, Children £1. Coleraine BT52 1DE T: 07703 254 595 Causeway Speciality Market is supportive of local E: [email protected] producers and operates on the second Saturday of each month outside Coleraine Town Hall. All products are either IRISH HISTORY STARTS HERE MAKE AND TAKE organic or speciality goods. Quality art, crafts and gifts for Saturday 11th August sale too. 2pm - 4pm. Coleraine Museum in Coleraine Town Hall T: 028 7034 7034 Join artists and crafts people to make some creative E: [email protected] pieces to take home. Suitable for all the family. W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk T: 028 7034 4723 E: [email protected] W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com

90 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 91 August August BUTTERFLY SAFARI but normal admission charges apply for the venue. Saturday 11th August T: 028 7084 8728 2pm - 4pm. Portstewart Strand, Portstewart BT55 7PG E: [email protected] Calling all kids! Fun for all the family as you join our rangers W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- on a walk through the dunes, catching and identifying hezlett-house butterflies and moths. Adults: £2, Children: £1. (Parking charge applies to non-National Trust members.) SUMMER CAMP AT CARROWMENA T: 028 7083 6396 Monday 13th – Friday 17th August E: [email protected] 11am – 4.30pm. W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/portstewart-strand Carrowmena Activity Centre,100 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9EB SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT AND FIREWORKS, This year’s Carrowmena Summer Camp brings back PORTRUSH adventure and fun to the North Coast. As you will Saturday 18 August experience all the fun and adrenaline that Carrowmena Ramore Head, Portrush has to offer. You will make friends and have fun trying new A brilliant, fun, outdoor, summer event - live concert, family adventures. 3 days £90 / 5 day £120 entertainment and fireworks extravaganza. Free admission. T: 028 7776 3431 T: 028 7034 7234 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.carrowmena.co.uk W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com BALLYCASTLE SENIOR TENNIS TOURNAMENT RATHLIN SPORTS DAY Starting Monday 13th August Sunday 12th August Mary Street, Ballycastle BT54 6QH Rathlin Island Ballycastle Tennis Courts, the only grass courts in Northern Fun day for all the family on Rathlin Island. Events include Ireland comprises of 5 grass courts. This tournament has 3 legged races, teddy bear throwing competition, bouncy entries from all over Europe and increasing every year. castle, face painting and so much more. Make sure and T: 028 2076 3300 pre-book the ferry crossing. E: [email protected] T: 028 2076 9299 W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk E: [email protected] ANNUAL HOLIDAY BIBLE WEEK CONFERENCE W: www.rathlincommunity.com Monday 13th – Friday 17th August Portrush Presbyterian Church, Portrush BT56 8BL NATURALLY NORTH COAST AND GLENS AT THE Morning Bible studies start at 10.30am with Rev George HEART OF THE GLENS FESTIVAL Speers. Evening gospel meetings start at 7.30pm with Mr. Sunday 12th August Geoff McIlrath. 11am – 4pm. Boat Club Carpark, Cushendall Other activities and events organised throughout the week. See page 29 for description of market. Free admission. T: 07723 622 008 T: 07443 856 432 E: [email protected] W: www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk JDLC SUMMER SOCCER WEEK FOR BOYS & GIRLS Monday 13th – Friday 17th August MUSIC SUNDAYS AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE 10am - 12noon daily Sunday 12th August Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre, Ballymoney BT53 7DB Downhill Demesne, Mussenden Road, Football Training Course by qualified IFA coaches, for ages Castlerock BT51 4RP 4 – 12. 12-3pm T: 028 2766 0260 Enjoy local musical talent in Mussenden Temple to E: [email protected] accompany a Sunday afternoon walk. This event is free, W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk

92 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 93 August August PONY CAMPS AT CRINDLE STABLES CURTIS MAGEE COUNTRY Tuesday 14th – Friday 17th August and AND COMEDY SHOW Monday 20th – Friday 24th August (Mini Camp) Thursday 16th August 6 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9ED 8pm - Lodge Hotel, Coleraine BT52 1NF Pony Camp: experience a pony camp at Crindle Stables Join singer Curtis Magee and comedian Gary Wilson for a to learn everything from pony care to experiencing riding night of Country and Comedy. Tickets: £10 lessons and stable management. Contact Patricia for T: 028 7034 4848 further info and costs. £230 if booked by end of June. E: [email protected] Mini Pony Camp: an opportunity for younger riders to W: www.thelodgehotel.com experience a mini camp at Crindle Stables. Younger riders will learn to look after their pony with help from more BUSHMILLS FOOD TOUR advanced riders. Mini Camp includes riding lessons, stable Friday 17th and Saturday 18th August management, pony games and lots of fun whilst improving 10am – 2pm. Bushmills Visitor Information Centre, skills and confidence. £130 if booked by end of June. Main Street T: 07738 516 106 See page 17 for details of tour. £40pp. Booking essential. E: [email protected] Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Visitor W: www.crindlestables.com or Information Centre, 028 2076 2024. www.facebook.com/crindle.stables T: 07718 276 612 E: [email protected] WORDS AND PICTURES W: www.irishfeast.com Tuesday 14th August 10:30am – 11:30am - Waterstones, 10 Church Street, COASTAL CRAFTERS - Coleraine BT52 1AP CRAFT AND COLLECTABLES FAIR, PORTSTEWART Story-telling session, followed by related arts and crafts Saturday 18th August activity, every Tuesday morning during July and August. 10am – 5pm. Portstewart Town Hall, The Crescent, For children of all ages. No booking required. Portstewart BT55 7AB T: 028 7035 8877 Handcrafted jewellery, knitwear, greetings cards, bags, E: [email protected] photographs, woodcraft, candles, spice and collectables. W: www.waterstones.com Free admission. T: 07850 377 644 ST. PATRICK’S SUMMER RECITALS E: [email protected] Thursday 16th August PORTRUSH SCHOOL OF SOCCER 12.30pm - St. Patrick’s Church of Ireland, 37 Church Saturday 18th August Street, Coleraine BT52 1AR 10.30am - 12 noon. Parker Avenue Playing Field, Lunch-time recitals. Free admission. Portrush BT56 8JY T: 028 7034 4213 T: 07974 882 769 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.stpats.co.uk DOWNHILL SECRET GARDENS Saturday 18th August 2pm-4pm - Downhill Demesne, Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP Enjoy a ranger-led tour of the Downhill Gardens, and hear about plans for their continued restoration. Normal admission. T: 028 7084 8728 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- hezlett-house 94 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 95 August August BALLYMONEY & DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB 90TH CURTIS MAGEE COUNTRY ANNUAL SHOW AND GOSPEL SHOW Saturday 18th August Thursday 23rd August 1pm - 5pm 7:30pm. Town Hall, St Patrick’s Parish Centre, Queen Street, Ballymoney The Crescent, Exhibits of flowers, fruit, vegetables, home industries & Portstewart BT55 7AB handcrafts. Judging & Prize giving 2.30pm. Country and Gospel Show featuring Curtis Magee, Billy T: 028 2766 6925 McFarland, Kenny Archer, Crawford Bell and compere E: [email protected] Martin Moore. Tickets £10 W: https://ballymoneygardening.wordpress.com T: 07889 468 112 E: [email protected] CAUSEWAY COAST TRUCK FEST W: www.curtismagee.com Sunday 19th August 10am – 4pm. NW200 Pits Area, Ballyreagh Road, Portrush. CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET Truck display and family fun day will be followed by the Saturday 25th August now famous convoy around the NW200 circuit at 4pm. 9am-4pm – The Diamond, All proceeds to NI Air Ambulance. Coleraine BT52 1DE W: www.facebook.com/causewaycoasttruckfest Causeway Speciality Market is supportive of local producers and operates on the second Saturday of each MUSIC SUNDAYS AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE month outside Coleraine Town Hall. All products are either Sunday 19th August organic or speciality goods. Quality art, crafts and gifts for 12 noon – 3pm - Mussenden Temple, Mussenden Road, sale too. Castlerock BT51 4RP T: 028 7034 7034 Enjoy some local musical talent in Mussenden Temple to E: [email protected] accompany your Sunday afternoon walk. W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk T: 028 7084 8728 E: [email protected] CARROWMENA FAMILY FUN DAYS W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- Sunday 25th August hezlett-house 11am-4pm. Carrowmena Activity Centre, WORDS AND PICTURES 100 Carrowclare Road, Tuesday 21st August Limavady BT49 9EB 10:30am – 11:30am - Waterstones, Visitors to the area can enjoy an exciting and adrenaline 10 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AP filled outdoor experience during “Family Fun Days” at Story-telling session, followed by related arts and crafts Carrowmena. activity, every Tuesday morning during July and August. T: 028 7776 3431 For children of all ages. No booking required. E: [email protected] T: 028 7035 8877 W: www.carrowmena.co.uk E: [email protected] W: www.waterstones.com DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY Saturday 25th August ST. PATRICK’S SUMMER RECITALS 12 noon – 5pm. 48 Damhead Road, Thursday 23rd August Coleraine BT52 2JS 12.30pm - St. Patrick’s Church of Ireland, A miniature steam or diesel train ride. 37 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AR Displays and Picnic facilities. Lunch-time recitals. Free admission. Adults: £2 / Children £1. T: 028 7034 4213 T: 07703 254 595 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.stpats.co.uk

96 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 97 August August COLERAINE DISTRICT MOTOR CLUB LTD. CAUSEWAY MINI WEEKEND Saturday 25th August Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th August 12noon - 5pm. North West 200 Paddock. The Dash ‘o’ the Irish commences at Bushmills Distillery on Championship Auto Tests. the Saturday evening and makes its way to Portrush. The T: John Wilson 07860 419 401 static display is being moved this year to the West Bay and concludes with the cavalcade round EAGLES ROCK HILL CLIMB the town. Saturday 25th August W: visitcausewaycoastandglens.gov.uk 10.00am. Benone, BT49 0LQ END OF SUMMER SPORTS DAY Attracting top Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland Sunday 26th – Monday 27th August drivers and co-drivers, the Eagles Rock Hill Climb is one of Rosepark Farm, 98 Bravallen Rd, Ballymoney BT53 7DU Ireland’s oldest motorsport events in the British Isles. The See facebook Rosepark Farm Ballymoney for further Eagles Rock Hill Climb is run on closed off public roads in details Bellarena. This very narrow, tight twisty hill climb is known T: 028 2766 5554 for being a difficult drive, both challenging for driver and E: [email protected] car with very unpredictable weather and narrow roads. W: www.roseparkfarm.com T: 07713 587 264 E: [email protected] AULD LAMMAS FAIR, BALLYCASTLE W: www.maidencitymotorclub.com Sunday 26th to Tuesday 28th August Ireland’s traditional oldest fair which takes place on the BALLYCASTLE ANNUAL last Monday and Tuesday of August. The present day fair HEAVY HORSE AND VINTAGE SHOW provides street entertainment and market stalls. Two days Saturday 25th August of trading, bargaining, traditional music and dance, horse From 11am. Council Offices Car Park, trading village, amusements, artisan market and street 7 Mary Street, Ballycastle theatre to add to the atmosphere in the beautiful seaside Once again the Lammas Fair draws near and for us that resort of Ballycastle. only means one thing; ‘Show Time’. This is an annual T: 028 2076 2024 unique event showcasing the finest in heavy horses. E: [email protected] T: 028 2076 3671 W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com E: [email protected] BALLYCASTLE SEAFRONT ARTISAN MARKET Sunday 26th to Tuesday 28th August RATHLIN RUN 2018 11am - 6pm. Ballycastle Seafront. Saturday 25th August See page 29 for details of market. 1pm – 5pm. Rathlin Island T: 07723 622 008 The most unique and exciting event in the Northern Ireland E: [email protected] running calendar. This exciting event offers a 5k or 10mile W: www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk race on the beautiful Rathlin Island. Ferry must be booked separately, 028 2076 9299, MUSIC SUNDAYS AT DOWNHILL DEMESNE www.rathlinballycatleferry.com. Sunday 26th August This is an event organised by 12 noon – 3pm - Mussenden Temple, Belfast Activity Centre and NI Running. Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP T: 028 9060 0132 Enjoy some local musical talent in Mussenden Temple to E: [email protected] accompany your Sunday afternoon walk. W: www.nirunning.co.uk/rathlin-run T: 028 7084 8728 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- hezlett-house

98 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 99 August September DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY Monday 27th August 12 noon – 5pm - 48 Damhead Road, Coleraine BT52 2JS A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Displays and Picnic facilities. Adults: £2 / Children £1. T: 07703 254 595 E: [email protected]

BUSHTOWN HOTEL – LAMMAS FAIR COUNTRY SPECTACULAR Monday 27th & Tuesday 28th August 283 Drumcroon Road, Coleraine BT51 3QT Hosting the biggest names on Ireland’s country music scene. T: 028 7035 8367 E: [email protected] W: www.bushtownhotel.com

WORDS AND PICTURES Tuesday 28th August 10:30am – 11:30am - Waterstones, 10 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AP Story-telling session, followed by related arts and crafts activity, every Tuesday morning during July and August. For children of all ages. No booking required. T: 028 7035 8877 E: [email protected] W: www.waterstones.com

ST. PATRICK’S SUMMER RECITALS Thursday 30th August 12.30pm - St. Patrick’s Church of Ireland, 37 Church Street, Coleraine BT52 1AR Lunch-time recitals. Free admission. T: 028 7034 4213 E: [email protected] W: www.stpats.co.uk

100 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 101 September September AWAY A WEE WALK VINEYARD CAR BOOT SALE, Daily Throughout September FARMERS MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR 12:15pm departing from Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre Saturday 1st September Guided hiking tour of the Giant’s Causeway cliff path. 9am – 1pm. Includes rambler bus, 3.5 hour guided cliff walk, visit to the The Vineyard Complex at Hillmans Way, Ballycastle Road, Causeway stones and shuttle bus. Tours £35pp Booking Coleraine BT52 2ED essential by 4pm the day before. E: [email protected] Bookings can be made through all visitor information W: www.market.vineyardcompassion.co.uk centres in the Causeway Coast and Glens, see back cover of guide for contacts. GLENARIFFE WATERFALLS WALKING TOUR E: [email protected] Saturday 1st September W: www.awayaweewalk.com 11am. Departing from Laragh Lodge Restaurant Car Park. See page 16 for details of tour. £10pp. Booking essential. GAME OF THRONES TOUR T: 07723 921 022 Every Tuesday and Friday in September E: [email protected] 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk Coleraine BT52 1PQ Join this luxury tour and visit some of the most spectacular AIR WAVES PORTRUSH Game of Thrones locations. £40pp. Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd September Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor East Strand & Lansdowne, Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 Portrush BT56 8AY T: 07718 805 633 The largest air show in Ireland. Air displays, sea displays, E: [email protected] ground attractions including a motor village, STEM W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk exhibitions, artisan market and finishing with a dusk air display with pyrotechnics in Portstewart. Free admission. CAUSEWAY COAST GUIDED TOUR T: 028 7034 7234 Every Wednesday and Saturday in September E: [email protected] 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, W: www.airwavesportrush.co.uk Coleraine BT52 1PQ Visit all the spectacular sites of the Causeway Coast on BALLYCASTLE FOOD TOUR this luxury day tour. £55 per person. Saturday 1st and Friday 7th September Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor 10am - 2pm. Departing from Ballycastle Visitor Information Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 Centre. £40pp. Booking essential. See page 15 for details T: 07718 805 633 of tour. Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle E: [email protected] Visitor Information Centre on 028 2076 2024. W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk T: 077182 76612 E: [email protected] DUNLUCE CASTLE - DALRIADA KINGDOM TOURS W: www.irishfeast.com Daily throughout September 11am Departing from Dunluce Castle FAIRHEAD WALKING TOUR Join tour guide Mark for a spectacular tour of Dunluce Saturday 1st and Saturday 15th September Castle which is Ulster’s most important landmark site. 11am. Departing from Fairhead Car Park. Learn how its history forms and shapes this corner of See page 16 for details of tour. Ireland in the most dramatic fashion. Contact Ballycastle £10pp, booking essential. Visitor Information Centre to book. T: 07723 921 022 T: 028 2076 2024 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk W: www.dalriadakingdom.com

102 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 103 September September RIADA TRIATHLON (SUPER SPRINT DISTANCE) THE CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET Sunday 2nd September Saturday 8th September 9.30am Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre, 9am – 4pm – The Diamond, Ballymoney BT53 7DB Coleraine BT52 1DE 250m pool swim (10 lengths), 10 mile bike, 2 mile run. Causeway Speciality Market is supportive of local Novice friendly race. producers and operates on the second Saturday of each Registration 8.30am. Organised by Riada Triathlon Club month outside Coleraine Town Hall. All products are either T: 028 2766 0260 organic or speciality goods. Quality art, crafts and gifts for E: [email protected] sale too. W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com T: 028 7034 7034 E: [email protected] SHAMROCK ROSE & THISTLE PRESENT EDDIE W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk BUTCHER TRADITIONAL SINGING AND MUSIC FESTIVAL CASTLEROCK WALKFEST Friday 7th and Saturday 8th September Saturday 8th September Venues throughout Limavady 9am – 5pm. Peter Thompson Hall, Sunday 2nd – Launch Night in the Keady Clachan Castlerock BT51 4RA A very popular night of traditional music song and verse in Guided walks including hill walks, moderate walks, specific memory of Jimmy O’Hara. interest walks. Family event around Castlerock and Admission £3 including refreshments. Binevenagh AONB. Admission: £2 - £10 Friday 7th - Roe Valley Hospital (former Roe Valley T: 028 7084 9303 Workhouse) E: [email protected] Jimmy’s Seisiún all proceeds go to Jimmy O’ Hara CCÉ W: www.castlerockwalkfest.wordpress.com Roe Valley. A very popular night of traditional music song and verse in memory of our late Friend Jimmy O’ Hara DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY Admission £3 with refreshments. Saturday 8th September Saturday 8th - 1.30 - 4pm. Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre 12 noon – 5pm. Everyone is invited to a traditional singing and stories 48 Damhead Road, session in the Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre. Admission Coleraine BT52 2JS is free and light refreshments will be served. A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Saturday 8 - 8pm. St Aidan’s Hall Magilligan Displays and Picnic facilities. The Eddie Butcher Seisiún Traditional Singing at its very Adults £2 / Children £1 best from all over the island and afar. Also, competition for T: 07703 254 595 the Shamrock Rose & Thistle Tradition cup will be held. E: [email protected] Admission £5 with light refreshments. BYO T: 07792 846 699 DEFENCE HERITAGE IN CASTLEROCK E: [email protected] Saturday 8th September W: Search for Eddie Butcher on Facebook 1pm – 4:30pm. Peter Thompson Hall, 68 Freehall Rd, THE HISTORY OF THE PEACE Castlerock BT51 4RA (ACCORDIN’ TO MY MA) Join military historian James O’Neill on a walk from Monday 3rd September Downhill to the Barmouth Wildlife Reserve and learn of the 8pm. Riverside Theatre, Coleraine BT52 1SA impact of war and the marks that remain in this landscape. The brilliant sequel to the History of the Troubles. Booking essential. Tickets £17. T: 028 2075 2100 T: 028 7012 3123 E: [email protected] W: www.riversidetheatre.org.uk W: www.ccght.org

104 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 105 September September GIANT’S CAUSEWAY SPORTIVE RONAN’S WAY WALKING TOUR Saturday 8th September Saturday 15th September Seafront, North Street, Ballycastle 11am. Departing from (Ronan’s Way) Car Park on Glendun Unique road cycling event based on the iconic North Coast Road, Cushendun. of Ireland that offers an unforgettable cycling experience See page 22 for details of tour. including the magical Glens of Antrim and attracts over £15. Booking essential. 1,000 participants. T: 07723 921 022 T: 028 9030 3930 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk W: www.giantscausewaycoastsportive.com MURLOUGH BAY WALKING TOUR CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – Sunday 16th September COAST & COUNTRY 11am. Departing from Top Car Park. Saturday 8th September See page 29 for details of tour. £15. 9.30am – Coleraine Town Hall, The Diamond, Booking essential. Coleraine BT52 1DE T: 07723 921 022 Join a guided culinary tour of the beautiful Causeway E: [email protected] Coast to sample some of the areas locally produced food W: www.nineglenswalkingtours.co.uk and drink. This is a 6 hour bused tour of the region. See page 19 for further details. Cost £60pp. Booking essential. BUSHMILLS FOOD TOUR T: 07912 408 256 Saturday 21st and 22nd September E: [email protected] 10am – 2pm. Departing from Bushmills Visitor Information W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com Centre, Main Street. See page 17 for details of tour. £40pp. Booking essential. DRAGON BOAT CHALLENGE Bookings can also be made through Ballycastle Visitor Saturday 8th September Information Centre on 028 2076 2024 10.30am - 2.30pm T: 077182 76612 Drumaheglis Marina, 36 Glenstall Road, E: [email protected] Ballymoney BT53 7QN W: www.irishfeast.com Enjoy the spectacle of Dragon Boat Racing on the River Bann! A great family day out, with onsite catering BBQ ROE VALLEY SPECIALITY MARKET and Bouncy Castle. Support the teams or take part in a Saturday 22nd September team. Entry fee £20 per person (min age 15) includes 11am - 4pm – Drumceatt Square, Limavady training insurance. Organised by The Rotary Club of Local food, art and craft including Limavady produced Ballymoney. Entry forms on website early entry applications chorizo, rapeseed oil, woodturning, bakery, confectionery recommended. Free to spectators. and photography. T: 075 0087 8998 T: 07723 622 008 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] / W: www.ballymoneyrotary.org [email protected] W: www.naturallynorthandcoastandglens.co.uk THE GREAT LANDROVER NORTH RUN Sunday 9th September, Portrush CAUSEWAY COAST MARATHON - Cavalcade commences at Carrickfergus taking the coastal THE BEACHES, BAYS AND CLIFFS MARATHON route, going off road at some parts with permission of the Saturday 22nd September Forestry Commission to tour their land before ending in All Causeway Coast distance events will be fully Portrush. waymarked and will follow the paths, tracks, beaches and W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.gov.uk coastline of the Causeway Coast Way. W: www.26extreme.com

106 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 107 September October DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY Saturday 22nd September 12 noon – 5pm - 48 Damhead Road, Coleraine BT52 2JS A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Displays and Picnic facilities. Adults £2. Children £1. T: 07703 254 595 E: [email protected]

RAMBLE WITH THE RANGER Saturday 22nd September 2pm - 4pm. Downhill Demesne, Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4RP A guided walk across the cliff-top 360 acre Demesne, including access to neighbouring Downhill Forest. Normal admission. T: 028 7084 8728 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/downhill-demesne-and- hezlett-house

SIGNS OF AUTUMN Sat 29th September 10:30am - 12:30pm. Downhill Forest, Mussenden Road, Castlerock BT51 4WD Join us to explore Downhill Forest and uncover signs of autumn. Adults £4 / Children £2. T: 028 2075 2100 E: [email protected] W: www.ccght.org

BIG SUNDAY Sunday 30th September 1pm – 5pm. Portstewart Big Sunday reflects and celebrates the heritage of 1950s Portstewart. Retro-themed events with vintage menus, street performances, live music, Bear Hospital and a Teddy Bear’s Picnic. T: 028 7083 2588 W: www.big-telly.com

108 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 109 October October AWAY A WEE WALK HALLOWEEN FUN Daily Throughout October AT CRINDLE STABLES 12:15pm departing from Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre Monday 1st October Guided hiking tour of the Giant’s Causeway cliff path. 6 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9ED Includes rambler bus, 3.5 hour guided cliff walk, visit to the Experience Halloween Fun at Crindle Stables with lots Causeway stones and shuttle bus. Tours £35pp Booking of games and activities on and off the ponies. Contact essential by 4pm the day before. Patricia for further information and cost. Bookings can be made through all visitor information T: 07738 516 106 centres in the Causeway Coast and Glens, see back cover E: [email protected] of guide for contacts. W: www.crindlestables.com or E: [email protected] www.facebook.com/crindle.stables W: www.awayaweewalk.com PORTRUSH BEER & FOOD FESTIVAL DUNLUCE CASTLE - DALRIADA KINGDOM TOURS Friday 5th October to Sunday 7th October Daily throughout October A craft beer festival organised by Lacada Brewery 11am Departing from Dunluce Castle A real gem of a Beer Festival with some of the best micro- Join tour guide Mark for a spectacular tour of Dunluce breweries from Ireland and the UK in attendance. Castle which is Ulster’s most important landmark site. E: lacadabrewery.com Learn how its history forms and shapes this corner of W: www.portrushbeerfoodfest.co.uk Ireland in the most dramatic fashion. Contact Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre to book. VINEYARD CAR BOOT SALE, T: 028 2076 2024 FARMERS MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR E: [email protected] Saturday 6th October W: www.dalriadakingdom.com 9am – 1pm. The Vineyard Complex at Hillmans Way, Ballycastle Road, Coleraine BT52 2ED GAME OF THRONES TOUR T: 028 7022 0005 Every Tuesday and Friday in October E: [email protected] 9:30am – 4:30pm. Departs 3 Railway Place, Coleraine W: www.market.vineyardcompassion.co.uk BT52 1PQ CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – Join this luxury tour and visit some of the most spectacular COAST & COUNTRY - ‘SUPER SPUD TOUR’ Game of Thrones locations. £40pp. Friday 12th October Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor 10.30am -6.30pm Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 Guided tour by luxury coach showcasing some of the T: 07718 805 633 best local produce the Causeway Coastal Route has to E: [email protected] offer. There will be a series of stops along the Causeway W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk Coastal route with each one celebrating potato breeding

and growing heritage. These will include stops with potato CAUSEWAY COAST GUIDED TOUR growers and producers, a themed lunch at one of the Every Wednesday and Saturday in October area’s most iconic attractions and an opportunity to enjoy 9:30am – 4:30pm. Departs 3 Railway Place, a delicious cocktail featuring Ireland’s first potato distilled Coleraine BT52 1PQ vodka.There will be plenty of opportunity to sample local Visit all the spectacular sites of the Causeway Coast on food and drinks at each stop so please come hungry. this luxury day tour. £55 per person. Guests will then be brought back to The Causeway Hotel Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor where they can then join in with a free community evening Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 event to launch the NI Potato Festival. Cost: £55pp. T: 07718 805 633 T: 07912 408 256 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com

110 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 111 October October NORTHERN IRELAND POTATO FESTIVAL CARROWMENA FIELD OF SCREAMS Friday 12th and Saturday 13th October From Friday 19th October Fri: 7pm - 9pm. National Trust Community Event in Carrowmena Activity Centre, Causeway Hotel 100 Carrowclare Road, Limavady BT49 9EB Sat: 10am – 5pm – Festival Day – family fun, cookery Field of Screams is the scariest Halloween experience in demos, helicopter flights, farm machinery, celebration of the North West. Not for the faint hearted this Halloween renowned potato breeder John Clarke. Free admission. event promises a fright night to remember. Open 7-10pm T: 028 2177 1396 for ages 14 and over. Cost £9pp. Duration 30-40 minutes. E: [email protected] There will also be the opportunity for a snack. A selection W: www.potatoni.com of hot drinks are available including tea, coffee and hot chocolate (£1). The Scary Snack Shop THE CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET will also be open selling drinks, crisps, chocolates and Saturday 13th October sweets. 9am-4pm – The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE T: 028 7776 3431 Causeway Speciality Market is supportive of local E: [email protected] producers and operates on the second Saturday of each W: www.carrowmena.co.uk month outside Coleraine Town Hall. All products are either organic or speciality goods. Quality art, crafts and gifts for ROE VALLEY SPECIALITY MARKET sale too. Saturday 20th October T: 028 7034 7034 11am - 4pm. Drumceatt Square, Limavady E: [email protected] Local food, art and craft including Limavady produced W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk chorizo, rapeseed oil, woodturning, bakery, confectionery and photography. SQUIRREL WALK & TALK T: 07723 622 008 Saturday 13th October E: [email protected] / 10.30am – 12.30pm. Cottage Wood, High Street, [email protected] Cushendall W: www.naturallynorthandcoastandglens.co.uk Join the Glens Squirrel group to celebrate “Squirreltober” to see if you can spot the Red Squirrel, which is regularly seen here. The woodland contains a varied of species of trees and shrubs. T: 028 2075 2100 E: [email protected] W: www.ccght.org

112 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 113 October October TRAFALGAR DAY among the stunning scenery of the Causeway Coastal Saturday 20th October Route. We have lots of outdoor activities for all the family Now in its 4th year, Dervock will be celebrating this to enjoy including: Hovercraft Flying, Powerturn Off Road traditional annual event with commemorative events & Buggies, Laser Combat / Laser Tag, Target Archery, Laser remembrance service to mark the history of the battle of Clay Pigeon Shooting and Football Golf / Footgolf. Keep Trafalgar 21 October as is depicted in the Stained Glass an eye on our website & Facebook page for special offers. Window in The Allen & Adair Memorial Hall in Dervock T: 028 7772 2235 village. All Welcome. Free. See Dervock & District History E: [email protected] on Facebook W: www.foylehov.com T: 028 2766 9311 E: [email protected] HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS Saturday 27th – Wednesday 31st October ROE VALLEY FOLK FESTIVAL Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council area Thursday 25th – Monday 29th October Halloween events taking place across the Borough in This festival, which takes place in various venues in the Ballycastle, Ballymoney, Coleraine and Limavady with Roe Valley, will have folk music, dance, song and verse, fireworks, live music and entertainment, spooky parades performances, concerts and sessions. With outdoor and workshops. events for children, the whole community is welcome. Saturday 27th, Coleraine T: 028 7774 0107/07841 560 742 Monday 29th, Ballymoney Tuesday 30th, Limavady GHOSTS IN THE GLENS Wednesday 31st, Ballycastle Thursday 25th – Sunday 28th October T: 028 7034 7234 A festival of scary tales and fine music taking place in E: [email protected] the Glens of Antrim, an area rich in folklore. This unique W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com festival celebrates the beautiful locality and our story telling tradition. Friendly events taking place in Cushendun, CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET AT HALLOWEEN Cushendall, Glenariff, Ballycastle and Rathlin Island. Saturday 27th October T: 07703 440 558 9am - 4pm. The Diamond, E: [email protected] Coleraine BT52 1DE W: www.ghostintheglens.com Causeway Speciality Market is supportive of local producers and operates on the second Saturday of each HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA month outside Coleraine Town Hall. All products are either Friday 26th – Wednesday 31st October organic or speciality goods. Quality art, crafts and gifts for Rosepark Farm, 98 Bravallen Road, Ballymoney BT53 7DU sale too. See facebook Rosepark Farm Ballymoney for further details T: 028 7034 7034 T: 028 2766 5554 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk W: www.roseparkfarm.com MOTORBIKE BEACH RACES HALLOWEEN DAY OUT AT Saturday 27th – Sunday 28th October FOYLEHOV ACTIVITY CENTRE Portrush Friday 26th October – Saturday 3rd November Organised by Foyle District Motor Club at East Strand, Foylehov Activity Centre, Portrush. 71 Carrowclare Rd, Londonderry, This event will return for a second year based on the Limavady BT49 9EB success of last year’s beach races which was the first Foylehov Activity Centre has lots of things to do over event of its kind to be staged in Northern Ireland. the Halloween Holidays, so join us with your family and It is expected to attract more than 100 competitors. Friends, for a fun day out, trying something a bit different T: 028 7034 4723

114 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 115 October November BALLYCASTLE HALLOWEEN ARTISAN MARKET Sunday 28th October 11am - 4pm. Marine Hotel, Ballycastle. See page 12 for details of market. T: 07723 622 008 E: [email protected] W: www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk

BUSHTOWN HOTEL – HALLOWEEN COUNTRY FESTIVAL Sunday 28th & Monday 29th October 283 Drumcroon Road, Coleraine BT51 3QT Hosting the biggest names on Ireland’s country music scene. T: 028 7035 8367 E: [email protected] W: www.bushtownhotel.com

116 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 117 November November AWAY A WEE WALK CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – Daily Throughout November COAST & COUNTRY 12:15pm departing from Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre Saturday 10th November See page 110 for details. 9.30am – Coleraine Town Hall, The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE GAME OF THRONES TOUR Join a guided culinary tour of the beautiful Causeway Every Tuesday and Friday in November Coast to sample some of the areas locally produced 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, food and drink. This is a 6 hour bused tour of the region. Coleraine BT52 1PQ See page 19 for further details. Cost £60pp. Booking Join this luxury tour and visit some of the most spectacular essential. Game of Thrones locations. £40pp. T: 07912 408 256 Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor E: [email protected] Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com T: 07718 805 633 E: [email protected] ANNUAL WOODTURNING EXHIBITION W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk Thursday 15th November – Saturday 8th December 9am - 4.30pm Mon-Sat, Ballymoney Museum, Town Hall, CAUSEWAY COAST GUIDED TOUR Townhead Street BT53 6BE Every Wednesday and Saturday in November The exhibition includes pieces by some of the award- 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, winning turners from the Irish Woodturning Guild. The Coleraine BT52 1PQ majority of work will be for sale, so this could be the ideal Visit all the spectacular sites of the Causeway Coast on this opportunity to pick up the perfect Christmas gift. luxury day tour. £55 per person. Free Admission Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor T: 028 2766 0230 Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 E: [email protected] T: 07718 805 633 W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk E: [email protected] W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk ATLANTIC SESSIONS Thursday 15th – Sunday 18th November VINEYARD CAR BOOT SALE, Portrush, Portstewart and Portballintrae. FARMERS MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR A four-day festival of original music ranging from traditional Saturday 3rd November to contemporary and electric to acoustic. Venues include 9am – 1pm - The Vineyard Complex at Hillmans Way, bars, restaurants, coffee shops and arts facilities. Mostly Ballycastle Road, Coleraine BT52 2ED free admission. T: 028 7022 0005 T: 028 7034 4723 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.market.vineyardcompassion.co.uk W: www.atlanticsessions.com THE CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET Saturday 10th November KIDS CRAFT & CREATE, PORTBALLINTRAE 9am – 4pm - The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE Saturday 17th November 9am-4pm – The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE 11am – 1.30pm - Causeway Speciality Market is supportive of local producers Portballintrae Village Hall, Beach Rd, Portballintrae BT57 and operates on the second Saturday of each month Join us and make your own ‘soft art’ multi-coloured clay, outside Coleraine Town Hall. All products are either organic native creature to take home. For kids of all ages. or speciality goods. Quality art, crafts and gifts for sale too. £3 per child. T: 028 7034 7034 T: 028 2075 2100 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk W: www.ccght.org

118 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 119 November December SEASONAL - CHRISTMAS LIGHT SWITCH ONS November Christmas Lights Switch On events will see Santa make a number of visits across the borough to help switch on the festive Christmas lights. Live music and entertainment help create a real sense of atmosphere at each event. Saturday 17th, Limavady Thursday 22nd, Ballymoney Friday 23rd, Coleraine Thursday 29th, Ballycastle T: 028 7034 7234 E: [email protected] W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com

THE CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKET Saturday 24th November 9am-4pm – The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE Causeway Speciality Market is supportive of local producers and operates on the second Saturday of each month outside Coleraine Town Hall. All products are either organic or speciality goods. Quality art, crafts and gifts for sale too. T: 028 7034 7034 E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk

BROIGHTER GOLD CHRISTMAS POP-UP SHOP Friday 30th November & Saturday 1st December 9am – 8pm (Friday) 9am – 5pm (Saturday) - Broglasco Farm, 80 Road, Limavady Annual Christmas pop-up shop on Broglasco Farm, home of Broighter Gold Rapeseed Oil. Local artisan products and quality hand crafted gifts created by talented local food producers and crafters along with a cookery demonstration. Large selection of stocking fillers and other gift ideas available. T: 07912 076 607 E: [email protected] W: www.broightergold.co.uk or Facebook.com/BroighterGoldRapeseedOilNI

NORTHERN IRELAND FARM TOY & MODEL SHOW Friday 30th November 2pm – 10pm - Magherabuoy House Hotel, Portrush BT56 8NX Featuring contemporary and older toy and model tractors, implements and machinery as well as gifts, books, clothing, soft furnishings. Adults: £5 Under 16: £1 T: 07732 266 502 E: [email protected] W: www.nationalminitrac.com

120 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 121 December December AWAY A WEE WALK ROE VALLEY SPECIALITY MARKET Daily Throughout December Saturday 1st December 12:15pm departing from Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre 11am - 4pm – Drumceatt Square, Limavady See page 110 for details. Local food, art and craft including Limavady produced chorizo, rapeseed oil, woodturning, bakery, confectionery GAME OF THRONES TOUR and photography. Every Tuesday and Friday in December T: 07723 622 008 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, E: [email protected] / Coleraine BT52 1PQ [email protected] Join this luxury tour and visit some of the most spectacular W: www.naturallynorthandcoastandglens.co.uk Game of Thrones locations. £40pp. Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor BALLYCASTLE CHRISTMAS ARTISAN MARKET, Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 NATURALLY NORTH COAST AND GLENS T: 07718 805 633 Sunday 2nd December E: [email protected] 11am – 5pm, Marine Hotel, Ballycastle W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk See page 12 for details of market. T: 07723 622 008 CAUSEWAY COAST GUIDED TOUR E: [email protected] Every Wednesday and Saturday in December W: www.naturallynorthcoastandglens.co.uk 9:30am – 4:30pm – departs 3 Railway Place, Coleraine BT52 1PQ BALLYMONEY CHRISTMAS ARTISAN MARKET Visit all the spectacular sites of the Causeway Coast on Friday 7th December this luxury day tour. £55 per person. 11am- 4pm, Castlecroft Square, Ballymoney BT53 6TD Bookings can also be made through Coleraine Visitor Artisan Christmas Market, featuring Arts, Crafts and Local Information Centre Tel: 028 7034 4723 Produce. Naturally North Coast & Glens in conjunction T: 07718 805 633 with The Ullans Centre, Ballymoney. Find a diverse mix E: [email protected] of local produce, crafts and art for sale including some W: www.glenara-elite-travel.co.uk of the very finest mouth-watering foods, unusual quirky intricate crafts and exquisite art. VINEYARD CAR BOOT SALE, T: 07723 622 008 FARMERS MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR E: [email protected] Saturday 1st December W: www.naturallynorthandcoastandglens.co.uk 9am – 1pm - The Vineyard Complex at Hillmans Way, Ballycastle Road, Coleraine BT52 2ED ANNUAL CHRISTMAS T: 028 7022 0005 SPECTACULAR HORSE PARADE E: [email protected] Saturday 8th December W: www.market.vineyardcompassion.co.uk From 1pm - Ballymoney The excellent street parade of horses and ponies returns DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY SANTA SPECIAL in what is certainly an amazing sight in the town centre. Saturday 1st December Horse owners from across the Causeway Coast and 11am – 4pm - 48 Damhead Road, Coleraine BT52 2JS beyond are invited to take part in the in this Christmas A miniature steam or diesel train ride. Parade. Not only will the horses, dressed for Christmas, Displays and Picnic facilities. be descending on the town centre, but Santa will take Adults: £2, Children £1. pride of place and there will be free family entertainment. T: 07703 254 595 T: 028 2766 0230 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com

122 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 123 December December THE CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY CHRISTMAS MARKET CHRISTMAS WINTER WONDERLAND Saturday 8th December Friday 14th – Sunday 16th December 9am-4pm – The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE & Thursday 20th – Saturday 22nd December Causeway Speciality Market is supportive of local Rosepark Farm, 98 Bravallen Rd, Ballymoney BT53 7DU producers and operates on the second Saturday of each See facebook Rosepark Farm Ballymoney for further details month outside Coleraine Town Hall. All products are either T: 028 2766 5554 organic or speciality goods. Quality art, crafts and gifts for E: [email protected] sale too. W: www.roseparkfarm.com T: 028 7034 7034 E: [email protected] THE CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY CHRISTMAS MARKET W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk Saturday 15th December 9am – 4pm - The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE DAMHEAD MINIATURE RAILWAY SANTA SPECIAL 9am-4pm – The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE Saturday 8th December Causeway Speciality Market is supportive of local producers 11am – 4pm - 48 Damhead Road, and operates on the second Saturday of each month Coleraine BT52 2JS outside Coleraine Town Hall. All products are either organic A miniature steam or diesel train ride. or speciality goods. Quality art, crafts and gifts for sale too. Displays and Picnic facilities. T: 028 7034 7034 Adults: £2, Children £1. E: [email protected] T: 07703 254 595 W: www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk E: [email protected] SANTA VISITS LIMAVADY TOWN CENTRE SANTA’S VILLAGE AT CLOUGHMILLS Monday 24th December Saturday 8th December Santa will be stopping in Limavady on Christmas Eve in 12 noon – 4pm Booking essential for hourly time slots Limavady. From 1.30-4.30pm Santa will on a walk-a-about Old Mill, Main Street, Cloughmills BT44 9LF in Limavady Town Centre. Magical Christmas experience for Children. Christmas crafts, Animal farm, Santa’s workshop, Polar Express ride, CURTIS MAGEE’S COUNTRY CHRISTMAS SHOW Treasure Trail, Seasonal refreshments and meet Santa in Thursday 27th December his Grotto. Children £5 Adults £3, under 1 go free. Family 8pm - Lodge Hotel, Coleraine BT52 1NF rates available. Facebook: Cloughmills CAT. A great night of dancing to Curtis Magee, Shawn Cuddy, T: 077 8652 7732 Owen Mac, Boxcar Brian, Natasha & Shannon, Jonathan E: [email protected] Milligan and Hugo Duncan. Tickets: £10 W: www.cloughmills.org.uk T: 028 7034 4848 E: [email protected] CAUSEWAY COAST FOODIE TOURS – W: www.thelodgehotel.com COAST & COUNTRY Saturday 8th December TURKEY RUN RALLY 9.30am – Coleraine Town Hall, Saturday 29th December The Diamond, 10.00am. Shackleton, Ballykelly BT49 9PR Coleraine BT52 1DE The annual Turkey Run Rally, organised by the Maiden City Join a guided culinary tour of the beautiful Causeway Motor Club, is rated one of the best rally events off the public Coast to sample some of the areas locally produced food roads in Northern Ireland. The event has risen in popularity and drink. This is a 6 hour bused tour of the region. See over the last number of years, with visitors coming from all page 19 for further details. Cost £60pp. Booking essential. over the island of Ireland to both compete and spectate. T: 07912 408 256 T: 07713 587 264 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.causewaycoastfoodietours.com W: www.maidencitymotorclub.com

124 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 125 Exhibitions Exhibitions BALLYMONEY MUSEUM

Metals, Wealth & War Exhibition- 6th February - 7th April Sam Henry: Connecting with the Past - Upstairs in community gallery- 7th February to 7th April The Royal Air Force Centenary 1918-2018: Per Ardua ad Astra, Through Adversity to the Stars - 11th April – 28th April NW200 People and Places Exhibition - 4th May – 1st September Reformation and Legacy Exhibition - 12th September – 27th October 1918 World War 1 Exhibition - 5th November – 29th December Annual Woodturners Exhibition- 15th November – 8th December

COLERAINE MUSEUM

Causeway 1718: Society In Transition - 11th May – 20th June Irish History Starts Here - 28th July – 15th September

GREEN LANE MUSEUM

Roe Valley Memories: A Nelson McGonagle Exhibition - 30th March – 28th June Easter Drop-in Kids Craft Workshop - Monday 2nd April, 2pm-4pm The Royal Air Force Centenary 1918-2018: Per Ardua ad Astra, Through Adversity to the Stars - 2nd July – 30th September

LIMAVADY MUSEUM

NW200: Racing through the Years Exhibition- 14th April to 23rd June Causeway 1718: Society in Transition - 29th June to 25th August War Torn Children - 5th September to 27th October A Journey Through the Roe Valley with Sam Henry - 1st November to 26th January 2019

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AT A GLANCE – CAUSEWAY SPECIALITY MARKETS – Naturally North Coast and Glens Markets The Diamond Coleraine 9am-4pm

Date Venue Date Monday 2nd April Marine Hotel Ballycastle Saturday 13 January Saturday 14th April Ballymoney Spring Fair, Castlecroft Saturday 10 February Sunday 6th May Ballycastle Seafront Saturday 10 March Monday 7th May Glenmona House Big Arts Weekend Saturday 31 March Saturday 26th May Maritime Festival Ballycastle Saturday 14 April Sunday 27th May Maritime Festival Ballycastle Saturday 12 May Monday 28th May Maritime Festival Ballycastle Saturday 9 June Saturday 9th June Salmon and Whiskey Festival Saturday 14 July Sunday 10th June Salmon and Whiskey Festival Saturday 28 July Sunday 8th July Ballycastle Seafront Saturday 11 August Sunday 15th July Benone Saturday 25th August Sunday 22nd July Ballycastle Seafront Saturday 8 September Sunday 5th August Ballycastle Seafront Saturday 13 October Sunday 12th August Heart of the Glens Festival Saturday 27th October Sunday 19th August Benone Saturday 10 November Sunday 26th August Lammas Fair - Ballycastle Seafront Saturday 24 November Monday 27th August Lammas Fair – Ballycastle Seafront Saturday 8 December Tuesday 28th August Lammas Fair – Ballycastle Seafront Saturday 15 December Sunday 28th October Marine Hotel Ballycastle Sunday 2nd December Marine Hotel Ballycastle E: [email protected] Friday 7th December Christmas Market, Ballymoney Facebook: CausewayMarkets Castlecroft Twitter: @causewaymarket E: [email protected]

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128 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 129 130 I Causeway Coast and Glens What’s On www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com I 131 Visitor Information Centres Ballycastle Visitor Information Centre Coleraine Visitor Information Centre Portnagree House Harbour and Marina Coleraine Town Hall, Visitor Centre 14 Bayview Road 35 The Diamond, Ballycastle Coleraine Co Antrim Co Londonderry BT54 6BT Visitor Information Centres BT51 1DE Tel: (028) 2076 2024 Tel: (028) 7034 4723 Fax: (028) 2076Ballycastle 2515 Visitor Information CentreFax: (028) 7035 1756 Email: Portnagree House Harbour and MarinaEmail: Visitor Centre [email protected] [email protected] 14 Bayview Road, Ballycastle, Co. Antrim BT54 6BT BallymoneyTel: Visitor (028) Information 2076 2024 Centre Limavady Visitor Information Centre Town Hall 1 TownheadFax: (028) Street 2076 2515 Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre Ballymoney Email: [email protected] Main St, Limavady Co Antrim Co Londonderry BT53 6BE Ballymoney Visitor Information CentreBT49 0FJ Tel: (028) 2766Town 0230 Hall, 1 Townhead Street, Ballymoney,Tel: (028) Co. 7776 Antrim 0650 BT53 6BE Fax: (028) 2766 0222 Tel: (028) 2766 0230 Email: Email: [email protected] [email protected]: (028) 2766 0222 Email: [email protected] Visitor Information Centre Bushmills Visitor Information Centre Seasonal Seasonal Bushmills Visitor Information CentrePortrush (Seasonal) Town Hall, 1 Mark Street Main Street, BushmillsMain Street, Bushmills, Co Antrim BT57Portrush 8QA Co Antrim Tel: (028) 2073 0390 Co Antrim BT57 8QA Email: [email protected] 8BT Tel: (028) 2073 0390 Tel: (028) 7082 3333 Email: Coleraine Visitor Information CentreEmail: [email protected] [email protected] Town Hall, 35 The Diamond, Coleraine, Co Londonderry BT51 1DE Tel: (028) 7034 4723 Fax: (028)Tourist 7035 1756 Information is also available from: Email: [email protected] Cushendall Local Information Centre Castlerock Community and Visitor Informa- Old School HouseLimavady Visitor Information Centre tion Centre 25 Mill Street Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, 24 Main2A Circular St, Limavady Road Cushendall Co Londonderry BT49 0FJ Castlerock Co Antrim Tel: (028) 7776 0650 Co Londonderry BT44 0RR BT51 4XA Tel: (028) 2177Email: 1180 [email protected] Tel: (028) 7084 9303 E-mail: [email protected] Portrush Visitor Information CentreWeb: (Seasonal) www.coastlinecastlerock.org Portrush Town Hall, 1 Mark Street, Portrush, Co Antrim, BT56 8BT Tel: (028) 7082 3333 Email: [email protected] Rathlin Boathouse Visitor Centre Church Bay, Rathlin Island, BT54 6RT Tel: (028) 2076 0054 E-mail: [email protected]

Tourist Information is also available from: Cushendall Local Information Centre Old School House, 25 Mill Street, Cushendall Co. Antrim BT44 0RR Tel: (028) 2177 1180 E-mail: [email protected] Castlerock Community and Visitor Information Centre 2A Circular Road, Castlerock, Co Londonderry , BT51 4XA Tel: (028) 7084 9303 Web: www.coastlinecastlerock.org

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