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New tour guides set to elevate Mid and East Antrim’s visitor experience

…a celebratory event in Carrickfergus recognising the achievements of the local participants who undertook two OCN Level 2 Award in Tour Guiding courses during autumn and winter 2024. Designed to support local tourism development, the courses equipped learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to lead guided tours and…

Update on significant progress being made on Belfast Region City Deal projects

…the historic town of Carrickfergus, the creation of an i4C Innovation and Cleantech Centre in Ballymena, and the further development of The Gobbins at Islandmagee as a world-class tourism attraction. Deputy Mayor, Councillor Bréanainn Lyness, chaired the meeting and said: “Today’s meeting highlights the transformative power of the Belfast Region…

Remembrance Services held throughout the Borough to commemorate the Fallen

…Borough’s towns of Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne, with poignant ceremonies also taking place in Whitehead, Broughshane, Cullybackey, Glynn, Kells and Connor, and Ballycarry. Poppy wreaths were laid on behalf of Council at each of the locations. In attendance in Ballymena was Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Beth Adger…

Enterprising Women Winter Showcase celebrates local female Entrepreneurs at unique Christmas market

…the Ballymena Business Centre, Carrickfergus Enterprise and Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, the event offered visitors an exciting head-start to their holiday shopping whilst shining a bright light on handcrafted holiday products made by local female artisans. From beautiful wax melts to unique jewellery and fine prints, the showcase…

Council launches pre-loved toys scheme for fifth year!

…Centre Group, Larne and Carrickfergus Locality Planning Group, Home Start and Horizon Sure Start - to deliver the ever-popular toy donation scheme. Over 8.5 million toys are thrown away each year in the UK. In 2022 Council diverted over 5.2 tonne of toys from landfill and gifted them to local…

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council launches Shop Front Revitalisation Scheme

…of Ballymena, Larne, and Carrickfergus. The grants programme will offer grants ranging from £500 to £4,999 for businesses to help support the improvement of the overall appearance of commercial properties that front onto the streetscape in each of the town centres. This will be complemented by additional investment by the…

Veterans roadshow in Ballymena

…a previous event in Carrickfergus Town Hall in February was well attended and brought together a variety of support organisations. The venue for the 4 October 2023 event will be the Services Club at Trostan Avenue in Ballymena. The roadshow will start at 7pm that evening, continuing to 9.30pm. The…

Christmas message from Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna

…on Castle Green in Carrickfergus for one of the most colourful, historical events of the year - the annual re-enactment of Schomberg’s Siege. In the world of sport, we hosted the Clearer Water Antrim Coast Half Marathon – which saw runners from across the UK and Ireland and further afield…

Residents and businesses advised of changes to car parking charges in Mid and East Antrim

…within Ballymena, Larne and Carrickfergus will be 60p per hour. This will ensure a standardised and consistent approach across the three main towns within the Borough These include Council parking facilities in Larne at Agnew Street, Circular Road West, Fairhill, Narrow Gauge Road, Riverdale, in Carrickfergus at Joymount, High Street…

Missed Collections

Please ensure you have checked your correct bin collection day before reporting a missed collection.

Household Recycling Centres

Please note the following holiday dates when our Household Recycling Centres will be closed:​​ Monday 5 May 2025 Monday 26 May 2025 Saturday 12 July 2025 Monday 14 July 2025 Monday 25 August 2025 Christmas Eve - Wednesday 24 December 2025 - close at 2pm Christmas Day - Thursday 25…

‘Hallowena’ cancelled amid predicted high winds and heavy rain

…the Borough. Meanwhile, the Carrickfergus Halloween event on Wednesday October 29 is already sold out. With the UK Met Office issuing a range of weather warnings, residents are encouraged to check local forecasts before attending outdoor events. People due to attend Hallowena will receive an email soon and all tickets…

Kids’n'Castles App

…Co.Antrim’s historic heritage sites: Carrickfergus’ Town Walls and Antrim Castle Gardens. The app allows families to harness the power (and appeal) of modern technology to turn a day out into a digital adventure as you unlock a whole new level of fun, collecting awards and completing puzzles along the way.

Glenarm Marina

Berthing at Glenarm Marina requires visitors to book ahead by either calling or emailing (details below). Nestled at the bottom of the Glens of Antrim, Glenarm Marina has long been a port of call for sailors and yatchsmen en route to and from Scotland’s West Coast. Conveniently located on the…

Carrick to commemorate 80th anniversary of major battle

…battle each year in Carrickfergus, close to the Churchill IV tank which was built in the town during the Second World War. The Churchill tanks were used by the regiment in Europe and often had the names of Ulster towns displayed on their livery. In 2016 the members of B…

Enterprising Women Launches Autumn/Winter Events Programme to Support Female Entrepreneurs

…Kelli McRoberts, CEO of Carrickfergus Enterprise, added: “We are delighted to launch our Autumn/Winter events schedule for Enterprising Women. This year, we have put together an exciting programme of events shaped by the feedback of our members, ensuring the topics and speakers truly reflect what matters to them. It’s inspiring…

Mayor Pays Tribute to Mrs Joan Christie CVO OBE

…them in Greenisland near Carrickfergus. “I had the privilege of having known Joan extremely well for many years through my interactions with her as the Lord-Lieutenant and through the RAF Association veterans’ charity, of which I am the chairman in Northern Ireland. “Joan was a regular attendee at our social…

Learning and Education

Carrickfergus Museum's education sessions all underpin the requirements of the Northern Ireland Curriculum.

Shopfront Improvement Scheme open for business!

…centres of Ballymena, Larne, Carrickfergus and Greenisland. The grants ranging from £500 to £4,999, will help to support the improvement of the overall appearance of commercial properties that front onto the streetscape in each of the town centres. The scheme opens on Monday 16 September 2024 for a period of…