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🌊𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞? 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐖𝐈𝐍 𝐚 𝟏-𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐍𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐡! We've teamed up with recently launched Aquacycle Adventures located at Antrim Boat Club to offer one lucky winner a 1-hour waterbike hire for 2 people. 🌟 𝙑𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙙 𝙈𝙤𝙣-𝙎𝙪𝙣 𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙡 31𝙨𝙩 𝘼𝙪𝙜𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙬𝙤 𝙖𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙨. 𝙎𝙪𝙗𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮. 🌟 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐧: ✅ Follow Visit Antrim and Newtownabbey Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough AquaCycle Adventures ✅ Tell us who you would bring with you ✅ Save this post 𝘌𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘵 12 𝘯𝘰𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘯 𝘞𝘦𝘥𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘥𝘢𝘺 10 𝘑𝘶𝘭𝘺 2024. 𝘌𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘣𝘦 18+ 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘕𝘐. Winner will be notified on this post and via DM on Thursday 11 July 2024. 🔒 We will never ask for personal details or send a link. For more info on Aquacycle Adventures including renting a kayak, paddleboard or XXL paddleboard to explore the wildlife along Lough Neagh, or catch a breathtaking sunset, visit 🔗 www.aquacycleadventures.co.uk/ Come and make some memorable outdoor moments this summer 🌊🏄🛶 #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #EmbraceAGiantSpirit #MyGiantAdventure #Explore #AdventureAwait #HiddenGem #FamilyFun #SupportLocal #SummerFun #WaterAdventures _____________________ Discover Northern Ireland

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗺𝗶𝗱𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲?🌟 Check out the Midweek Moments offer at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat from £280 based on two people sharing. 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙨: 🛏️ Overnight stay in a "Comfy" room with outdoor bathtub 🧖 Access to The Spa from 12 noon on day of check-in to check-out 🛁 60-minute lakeside botanical bathing experience & cocktail 🍳 Breakfast included 𝘝𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘥 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘺 - 𝘛𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘑𝘶𝘯𝘦, 𝘑𝘶𝘭𝘺 & 𝘈𝘶𝘨𝘶𝘴𝘵. 𝘌𝘹𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘴 𝘱𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤 𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴. 𝘚𝘶𝘣𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺. For full details and to book visit 🔗 https://www.rabbithotel.com/summer-midweek-package.html #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #EmbraceAGiantSpirit #Templepatrick #GetAway #SpaBreak #Hotel #Retreat #Relaxation #Dinner #Spa #Getaway #ThingsToDo #ExploreNorthernIreland #MyGiantAdventure #Explore #AdventureAwaits #HiddenGem _____________________ Discover Northern Ireland

Discover Pattersons Spade Mill in Templepatrick, the last working water-powered spade mill in the British Isles! ⚒️ Watch steel transform into high-quality spades through intense heat and expert craftsmanship. Enjoy a tour, live demonstration, or join a blacksmithing class to create your own unique keepsake. You can book evening and full-day blacksmithing classes, perfect for a unique hobby or an unforgettable day out. Why not go yourself, in a group or book a team-building event (𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘱 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦). Learn about the mill's rich history and master the ancient craft of blacksmithing at Patterson's Spade Mill 🔗 https://bit.ly/4dWE6ru Tag a friend to share this experience with. #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #History #Heritage #EmbraceAGiantSpirit #MyGiantAdventure #Explore #AdventureAwaits #HiddenGem #FamilyTime _____________________ Discover Northern Ireland National Trust NI

Looking for some plans for family dinner this Bank Holiday Sunday? Why not visit the The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat for their annual BBQ this Sun 26 May from 1 - 5pm, come along and enjoy some family fun. 🍔 Tuck in to loaded burgers and hotdogs 🎵 Enjoy some live entertainment ⭐ Kids can enjoy face painting and a magician! 🐶 Feel free to bring your lovely dogs to join in on the fun ✨ No booking required ✨ For more info visit 🔗 https://bit.ly/4dPw2ZF #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #BankHoliday #FamilyFun #EmbraceAGiantSpirit #MyGiantAdventure #Explore #AdventureAwaits #HiddenGem #FamilyTime _____________________ Discover Northern Ireland

The Balmoral Show is here - Meet Neal from Riversdale-Wagyu who will be at the Visit Antrim and Newtownabbey stand #52 in the Food NI Pavilion on Fri 17 and Sat 18 May ✨ Want to know more about Wagyu meat? Then come along and hear about this unique taste experience and learn more about the health benefits of eating Wagyu meat as it has a high level of unsaturated fat. ⭐ 𝘿𝙤𝙣'𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩 𝙬𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝘽𝙚𝙡𝙛𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙖𝙣 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙜𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖 𝙘𝙤𝙘𝙠𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡 𝙢𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙘𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙏𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙤 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙚 𝙆𝙞𝙩𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 4:30 - 5𝙥𝙢⭐ Then pop in and say hello to the businesses we have on the stand today: ⛵ Boathouse Antrim 🥖 Benchmark Bread 🧁 Brady’s Bakes 🍹 Belfast Artisan Distillery 🍝 Tasty Grub Club Let us know what you picked up from the amazing Antrim and Newtownabbey businesses at the show! #ANBorough #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #Show #BalmoralShow2024 #EmbraceAGiantSpirit #MyGiantAdventure #Explore #AdventureAwait #HiddenGem _____________________ Discover Northern Ireland

Balmoral Show starts tomorrow and we have 10 local businesses joining us on the Visit Antrim and Newtownabbey stand this year! On Fri 17 and Sat 18 May we will be joined by the The Lock Keepers' Cottage and Golden Popcorn Popcorn. Una from the Lock Keepers Cottage in Toome will have a host of scones and tray bake son offer for you to buy. But don't miss Una showcasing the preparation and cooking of Lough Neagh eels, caught fresh that morning on the Tesco Theatre Kitchen from 3 - 3:30 pm. If you love popcorn then be sure to say hello to the Golden Popcorn team who will be there to tell you more about their range of infamous popcorn and low calorie snacks! Let us know if you are planning a visit to Balmoral this year and we will see you at stand #52 in the NI Food Pavilion! #ANBorough #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #Show #BalmoralShow2024 #EmbraceAGiantSpirit #MyGiantAdventure #Explore #AdventureAwait #HiddenGem _____________________ Discover Northern Ireland

Planning a visit to the Balmoral Show this year? If so, come along and say hello to Samantha from Tinholt's Tasties and Rebecca from Frost Freeze Candy who will both will be exhibiting on Antrim and Newtownabbey's stand #52 in the Food NI Pavilion on Thurs 16 and Fri 17 May. Tinholt's Tasties will have an exciting selection of marshmallows on offer as well as their famous s'mores kits and lots of special offers! Do you have a sweet tooth? Then don't miss Frost Freeze Candy who will have a selection of tradition sweet which are freeze dried to create a new and exciting sweet experience for you to try! Tell us what you favourite flavour of marshmallow and sweets are? Come back tomorrow to meet two more local businesses who will also be exhibiting on our stand this year, @lockkeeperscottage and @golden_popcorn ! #ANBorough #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #Show #BalmoralShow2024 #ANBrough #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #Show #BalmoralShow2024 #EmbraceAGiantSpirit #MyGiantAdventure #Explore #AdventureAwait #HiddenGem _____________________

Just three days until the Balmoral Show - Meet Ian from Belfast Artisan Distillery and Aiddy from the Boathouse Antrim , both will be exhibiting on Antrim and Newtownabbey's stand #52 in the Food NI Pavilion on Wed 15 and Thurs 16 May. The Boathouse in Antrim will be offering some discounted vouchers and hoping to network and talk about their local supplier as they specialise in seafood. 𝘿𝙤𝙣'𝙩 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨 𝘽𝙚𝙡𝙛𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙖𝙣 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙏𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙤 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙚 𝙆𝙞𝙩𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧! Wed 15 May for a cocktail masterclass from 4:30 - 5pm #ANBorough #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #Show #BalmoralShow2024

@𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 – 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞! Through-out the week these local businesses will offer a range of food, drink and hospitality offers that can’t be missed! Come on down to say hello to us on stand 52 in the @food_ni Pavilion! 𝙒𝙚 𝙖𝙡𝙨𝙤 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙬𝙤 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙬𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙏𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙤 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙚 𝙆𝙞𝙩𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧! 🍹 𝗪𝗲𝗱 𝟭𝟱 𝗠𝗮𝘆 @belfast_artisan_distillery cocktail masterclass. 4:30 - 5pm 🍲 𝗦𝗮𝘁 𝟭𝟴 𝗠𝗮𝘆 The @lockkeeperscottage will be showcasing the preparation and cooking of Lough Neagh eels, caught fresh that morning. 3 - 3:30 pm From sweet treats to gin, fresh baked bread to tray bakes not forgetting local wagyu beef and gift voucher offers, this is not to be missed from all of these businesses! ⭐ @boathouseantrim ⭐ @riversdale_wagyu ⭐ @benchmark_bread ⭐ @brady.s.bakes ⭐ @lockkeeperscottage ⭐ @golden_popcorn ⭐ @tinholtstasties ⭐ @belfast_artisan_distillery ⭐ @frost_freeze_candy ⭐ @tastygrubclub See you there between Wed 15 – Sat 18 May at the Eikon Exhibition Centre 👋 𝐇𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 Translink is encouraging visitors to travel by bus or train to Balmoral Show to enjoy a great day out. Families can take advantage of Translink’s Family and Friends ticket for £23, which offers unlimited day travel on all Translink services within Northern Ireland for up to two adults and four children. A FR

🌟 Calling all adventurers and spirits enthusiasts! 🌟 Embark on a journey of taste and discovery at Belfast Artisan Distillery, nestled in the heart of Mallusk Enterprise Park, Newtownabbey. 🥂 Step into a world of craft spirits, where every drop tells a story of passion and expertise. 🍸 Their small batch distillery is renowned for producing premium drinks infused with the essence of local botanicals. From the iconic Belfast Gin to tantalising flavoured liqueurs and smooth Irish potato vodka, these creations are a testament to the artistry of their craft. Ready to experience this first-hand? Join them for an unforgettable adventure! 🎉 Choose from a variety of immersive experiences tailored to suit every palate: 🔍 Distillery Tour: Uncover the secrets of our production process as you explore the inner workings of our distillery. 🍹 Tour and Taste Experience: Dive deeper into the world of spirits with a guided tasting session led by our knowledgeable experts. 🎓 Belfast Artisan Gin School Experience: Become a master mixologist as you craft your very own bespoke gin under the guidance of our skilled artisans. 🍸 Cocktail Making Experience: Shake, stir, and sip your way through the art of cocktail creation with our interactive workshop. Whether you're flying solo, adventuring with a loved one, or seeking the perfect group excursion, Belfast Artisan Distillery welcomes you with open arms. 🌟 Find out more 🔗 #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #DistilleryTour #DistilleriesNorthernIreland #SpiritsTrail #EmbraceAGiantSpirit #MyGiantAdventure #Explore #AdventureAwait #HiddenGem #ThingsToDo _____________________ Discover Northern Ireland

Enter to WIN a family carvery for four at Dunsilly Hotel! 🎉 We've partnered with Dunsilly Hotel to offer one lucky winner a Sunday Carvery experience. Enjoy a delightful meal together, complete with a scrumptious selection of starters, mains, and desserts. 🌟 Valid only on a Sunday from 12pm-4pm until 30 Sept 2024. Subject to availability, valid for two adults and two children🌟 For your chance to win, all you have to do is: ✅ Follow Visit Antrim and Newtownabbey Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Dunsilly Hotel ✅ Tell us who you would bring with you ✅ Save this post Entries close 12noon 3 May 2024. Entrants must be 18+ and from NI or ROI. We will notify the winner on this post on 6 May and send a DM. We will never ask the winner for their personal details or to click a link. Good Luck 🌟 #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #FamilyCarvery #DunsillyHotel #Giveaway #EmbraceAGiantSpirit #MyGiantAdventure #Explore #AdventureAwait #HiddenGem _____________________ Discover Northern Ireland

🌟 Giveaway - you won’t want to miss this 🌟 To celebrate the launch of our Visit Antrim and Newtownabbey social media accounts we’ve teamed up with The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat for an amazing giveaway to one of the most luxe spots in Antrim and Newtownabbey! ✨ An overnight stay in a comfy guestroom for 2 🛁 Private botanical bath 🧖 Access to The Spa ☕ Breakfast the following morning 🌟 Valid Sunday – Thursday until 28 Nov 2024. Subject to availability, based on 2 guests sharing 🌟 For your chance to win , all you have to do is: ✅ Follow Visit Antrim and Newtownabbey Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat ✅ Tell us who you would bring with you Entries close 12noon 26 March 2024. Entrants must be 18+ and from NI or ROI. We will notify the winner on this post on 27 March and send a DM. We will never ask the winner for their personal details or to click a link. Good Luck 🌟 #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #EmbraceAGiantSpirit #Templepatrick #GetAway #SpaBreak #Hotel #Retreat #Relaxation #Dinner #Instagram #Trending #GiveAway #Competition #Win #Prize _____________________ Discover Northern Ireland

Introducing our brand new tourism channel dedicated to showcasing the wonders of Antrim and Newtownabbey! 🏞️ Whether you're seeking thrills, exploring history as an amateur, or planning a perfect family day out, this channel serves as your ultimate guide to adventure and discovery! Get ready to uncover breathtaking landscapes, delve into rich history, and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. From adrenaline-pumping activities to leisurely strolls through our parks and historic sites, there's something for everyone in Antrim and Newtownabbey. Join us on this journey of discovery and let's explore the hidden gems of this stunning region together! 🗺️ Stay tuned for exciting updates, insider tips, and exclusive offers. Don't miss out - your next adventure awaits! 🚀 Find our more 🔗 visitantrimandnewtownabbey.com #VisitAntrimAndNewtownabbey #EmbraceAGiantSpirit #MyGiantAdventure #DiscoverNI #ExploreAdventure #FamilyFun #HistoryUncovered ______________________ Discover Northern Ireland