HomeBed and BreakfastCottageTestimonialLocal AttractionsLocationPhoto GalleryRatesLinksContact Us
Home arrow Local Attractions
 
OOPS. Your Flash player is missing or outdated.Click here to update your player so you can see this content.
 
Advertisement
Advertisement
Local Attractions PDF Print E-mail

Hillcrest Horses
Horse Riding is one of the many local attractions

Hillcrest is ideally located close to the following attractions and places of interest:

Leisure

  • Golf (9 courses within a 20 minute drive)
  • Horse Riding (BHS approved)
  • Fishing (sea and fresh water)
  • Swimming & leisure centre facilities

 

Places to Visit

Carrickfergus Castle

Carrickfergus Castle
Carrickfergus Castle
Dominating the sea front, Carrickfergus Castle, built by by John de Courcy, dates back to 1180. The Castle is open to visitors with splendid views over Belfast Lough. Explore the castle and visit the exhibition on the castle’s history, which includes audio-visual displays and a shop.

 

 

 

 

The Antrim Coast Road

A scenic drive along a spectacular coastline from Larne to Ballycastle in the North. Stunning views of the Glens of Antrim can be seen and on a clear day Ailsa Craig and Scotland are visible.

Glenarm Castle Estate and Gardens

Situated on the Antrim Coast road the walled Garden at Glenarm Castle dates from the 18th century.Glenarm Castle was the ancestral home of the McDonnells, Earls of Antrim. A 19th century Mushroom House has been converted to a charming Tea Room.

Carnfunnock Country Park

Over 473 acres of mixed woodland, colourful gardens, ponds, walking trails, beaches and coastline, with spectacular panoramic views of the Antrim Coast and North Channel.