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Free compost for householders across Mid and East Antrim

…Sullatober Household Recycling Centre, Carrickfergus Bags of compost will be limited to one bag per car, and on a first come, first served basis. NWP produces peat-free compost by converting household food and garden waste received by local authorities across Northern Ireland - including Mid and East Antrim Council. Mid…

Children learn all about their local environment at this year’s Biodiversity University

…up in Ballymena and Carrickfergus, however, there is limited availability left in Larne. Johnny Topley, Regional Sustainability Manager, Moy Park, said: “The Biodiversity University is a fun and engaging way for children and young people to learn more about the natural environment and the importance of protecting wildlife habitats. We’re…

Unlock your creative potential at Creative Industries Week

…partnership with CLAN, Positive Carrickfergus and AC Connects Consultancy. Go Succeed, funded by the UK Government, aims to support entrepreneur at every stage of their business journey. Full list of events and registration details can be found at Business Events & Networking in NI | Go Succeed For further information…

Ballymena Registration Office moves to new home in The Braid

…Buildings in Larne and Carrickfergus Townhall.” The move represents the end of an era at Ardeevin, which had been home to the service since mid 1980’s. The main reception in Ardeevin which deals with dog licensing, environmental health payments and a range of other customer services will also be moving…

Amphitheatre Wellness Centre

…Centre Prince William Way Carrickfergus BT38 7HP ///promises.mealtime.repeats (opens in a new tab) T: 028 9335 8342 E: amphitheatre@midandeastantrim.gov.uk

The Story of Carrickfergus Townscape Heritage Initiative p3

Mid and East Antrim school uniform scheme – collection points

…Friday, 10am - 3pm Carrickfergus: Education Room, Civic Centre, 11 Antrim Street Monday to Friday, 10am - 3pm The highly successful scheme was initially piloted across the Borough in July 2019 and has been providing good quality pre-worn school uniforms ever since. It can cost families up to £300 per…

Tourism Academy awards over 50 training certifications

…Communities and delivered by Carrickfergus Enterprise, was led by CEO Kelli McRoberts and developed to meet the needs of individuals seeking employment or self-employment in the rapidly expanding tourism industry. The Department for Communities, Labour Market Partnerships, create targeted employment action plans for council areas, allowing for collaboration at local…

Rural Business Development

Performance Improvement Plan 2024 - 2025 Quarter 1 Update Report p4

Eat, drink and walk through the history of Mid and East Antrim

…Discover the history of Carrickfergus through a guided 2km walking tour and immersive medieval food and drinks experience at Dobbins Inn. The ‘Dobbins Dander and Dine’ allows guests to discover the story behind the legendary hostelry and its links to Carrickfergus Castle and the town itself, the oldest walled town…

Performance Improvement Plan 2024 - 2025 Quarter 3 Update Report p4

Council’s packed Coronation programme ‘fit for a King’!

…big screens in Larne, Carrickfergus and Ballymena, with a range of activities and free entertainment taking place at the same venues. “In the coming days, Council will be inviting local community groups to apply for grants of up to £500 towards hosting their own events and celebrations within the Borough.…

Get MEActive

Come and see for yourself and #GetMEActive at our three leisure sites in Mid and East Antrim. Get the Get MEActive App Join Online (opens in a new tab) Ampitheatre Wellness Centre Larne Leisure Centre Seven Towers Leisure Centre

School uniform scheme – collection points open this August

…Friday, 10am - 3pm Carrickfergus: Education Room, Civic Centre, 11 Antrim Street, Monday to Friday, 10am - 3pm *Please note: All venues will be closed for the Bank Holiday on Monday 28 August 2023. Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna, said: “We’re delighted to be running this…

Wall-to-wall colour across Mid and East Antrim

…schemes underway in Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne. Additionally, a number of public artworks and parklets have been unveiled. The striking artworks are designed to bring a splash of colour to towns and reflect the area’s illustrious history and heritage. The projects are part of a Covid-19 Recovery Revitalisation Programme, funded…

Conservation Areas

Conservation Areas are areas of special architectural or historic interest. The Planning Act (NI) 2011 (Section 104) provides the Council with the power to designate an area of special architectural or historic interest as a Conservation Area.

Council asserts ‘the write to vote’ during Democracy Week

…civic artefacts planned for Carrickfergus Museum, a fun table quiz, a bus tour around historical sites with a political connection and a keynote address on a democratic theme. Further details on the events of Democracy Week can be provided by contacting: members.services@midandeastantrim.gov.uk

Our Improvement Objectives: Improvement Objective 4

Kindness Postbox exhibition held in local libraries for Positive Ageing month!

…in local libraries in Carrickfergus, Ballymena and Larne until the end of October. The exhibition is FREE and everyone is welcome to share the colourful connections made during normal library opening hours. The Kindness Postbox started in Enniskillen as a project to give residents of local care homes in lockdown…