The plan by Moyle Council to reinstate the access path to Kenbane Castle, long a popular tourist attraction in the district, looks set to progress. Recently the local authority, Tourism Development and Recreation Manager, Mr. Kevin McGarry, revealed Environment and Heritage Service had confirmed they would provide half the funding for works to the path … Read more
The Ballycastle-Campbeltown ferry could be up and running next year and creating 200 new jobs, thanks to the determination of a think-tank that is committed to the re-establishment of the route. The group have agreed on a five point plan that should lead to the tenders for the service being advertised in January 2001. The … Read more
Craft Connections based at 45 Ann Street are setting the foundations for the coming of age of this community craft business. Craft Connections gathered together £17,000 by fundraising and the other 50% shall be provided by support from the Arts Lottery Fund, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, the International Fund for Ireland and LEDCOM. … Read more
On 1st – 3rd January a promotion is taking place organised by two tourist assistants, Hazel Porter and Vanessa Kane. In an effort to encourage greater awareness of the visitor services and facilities available at the center since fire destroyed the old premises the team are hoping to lure more local day trippers to visit. … Read more
In a letter to local newspapers the Senior Press Officer for Sustrans, Kevin Saunders, wrote… Sir – I would like to take this opportunity to inform your readers of an exciting new facility on our website providing detailed maps of the National Cycle Network as well as a virtual online tour. It can be viewed … Read more
Move your cursor over the symbols for text descriptions Details Facilities Open Bed&Breakfast’s Verified Mar2012 Ammiroy House Mrs. M Crawford 24 Quay Road Ballycastle, BT54 6BH Tel : +44 (0)28 2076 2621 Website Email NITB Near Seafront. Across the road from town play park. Convenient to Ulster Way. 1 Double, 1 Double+Single Verified … Read more
Ballycastle has always been a popular spot for fishing, be it in-shore, deep sea, river or lough. Not so many years ago I myself spent endless days deep sea fishing on the Straits of Moyle. Rathlin Island is surrounded with numerous shipwrecks, the Loughgarry that lies in a hundred feet of water along the East … Read more
Move your cursor over the symbols for text descriptions Details Facilities Price Open Hostels Updated:15/02/2001 Ballycastle Backpackers 4 North Street Ballycastle BT54 6BL Tel : +44 (0)28 2076 3612 Mob: +44 (0)77 7323 7890 Website Email NITB Town House, Near Sea, Sea view Updated:15/02/2001 Sheep Island View 42a Main Street Ballintoy, BT54 … Read more
Move your cursor over the symbols for text descriptions Details Facilities Price Open Hotels & Inns Updated:11/03/11 Marine Hotel & Country Club CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Children welcome, Children Discounts, Dogs welcome, Senior Citizen Discounts, Suitable for less able people (check for details), Business Travelers welcome, Caravanning facilities, Credit Cards accepted, … Read more
Move your cursor over the symbols for text descriptions Details Facilities Price Open Guest Houses Ardmara Mr & Mrs Herron 34 Whitepark Rd Ballycastle Tel : +44 (0)28 2076 Charming modern villa situated on the Antrim Coast Road, 1 mile from Ballycastle on the road to the Giant’s Causeway and convenient to all tourist … Read more