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Weekly Markets

There are 3 weekly markets in Mid and East Antrim which are run by, or in association with, Council.

Bin Collection Dates

…collection day (Ballymena / Carrickfergus), visit the Bryson Recycling website. PLEASE NOTE: For our Alternative Collection Dates where collections are changed due to bank holiday or public holidays, visit our Alternative Collection Dates page, or call the Helpdesk on T: 0300 124 5000 and select option 0.

Irish Guards 125th anniversary celebrations awe Carrickfergus

…led the parade from Carrickfergus Town Hall to Castle Car Park, where they performed against the spectacular backdrop of the historic Carrickfergus Castle and made the occasion an extremely memorable evening for all who attended the world-class display of music and military drill. Formed by order of Queen Victoria in…

Disability Sports Hub

Here you can learn more about our Disability Sports provision across the borough!

Order a new bin

Information for householders and customers about bin purchases and free bins/boxes is available on our Recycling Bins & Boxes section. This section is worth referring to before you order recycling containers or proceed with a bin purchase.

Mid and East Antrim - Easter Bin and Recycling Arrangements

…Alternative Collections Date Ballymena Carrickfergus Monday 21 April Saturday 19 April Saturday 19 April Tuesday 22 April Normal collections Saturday 26 April Bryson Kerbside Boxes Ballymena/Carrickfergus – Alternative Collections Friday 18 April – normal collections Monday 21 April – Saturday 19 April Tuesday 22 April – normal collections HRCs will…

Making funeral arrangements

Please note: Cemeteries are administered by the Parks and Open Spaces Department and they should be contacted to make any arrangements as per the contact details in the table below.

Parks and Open Spaces

Allotments Biodiversity Countryside Access Carnfunnock Country Park Carrickfergus Mill Ponds Diamond Jubilee Wood Ecos Centre Nature Park The People’s Park Oakfield Glen and Bashfordsland Wood Volunteering in your local green space Play Weekly Markets Can I book a Council owned park?

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Legacy Freemen of the Borough

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Sport and Leisure

…Leisure Centres in Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne MEActive Gym facilities etiquette Move More classes Disability Sports Hub Outdoor Gyms The Ballymena Showgrounds Harbours and Marinas Golf Course

Carrickfergus Christmas Twinkle Trail Brings a New Sparkle to the Festive Season

…fresh and exciting to Carrickfergus at a time when families are looking for memorable festive moments. “Introducing the Twinkle Trail to Carrickfergus is a lovely way to create something special for everyone in our community. The lights in the park offer an outdoor festive experience that children and adults alike…

Town Centre Health Check

The Town Centre Health Check has been prepared by the Local Development Plan Team for the 3 main towns of Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne and the 5 small towns of Ahoghill, Broughshane, Cullybackey, Portglenone and Whitehead, using survey information gathered in March 2024.

Get MEActive App

Use the Get MEActive app to manage your membership of Mid and East Antrim Leisure Centres.

Holiday Season Update for Bin Collections and Council Services

…Saturday 27 December - Carrickfergus collections will take place on Saturday 20 December - Larne collections will take place on Monday 22 December Friday 26 December 2025: - Carrickfergus collections will take place on the next scheduled collection day - Larne collections will take place on Monday 29 December Thursday…

Public Invited to Have Their Say on the Future of Carrickfergus

…shape the future of Carrickfergus at a special public drop-in event on Wednesday 24 September 2025, from 4pm to 8pm at Carrickfergus Civic Centre. The event will unveil the latest designs for the £42 million Carrickfergus City Deal Regeneration Project - a once-in-a-generation investment that will transform the historic town…

Kerbie Boxes (Ballymena & Carrickfergus)

…Bryson kerbside collection day (Ballymena/Carrickfergus), visit the Bryson Recycling website.

Portglenone Marina Motorhome Pitches

Situated on the banks of the River Bann off the Gortgole Road, Portglenone Marina offers 6 motorhome pitches.

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