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Living Windows light up town landmarks with local faces!

…– 4pm DeCourcy Centre, Carrickfergus 10 December - 10am – 4pm DeCourcy Centre, Carrickfergus Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Noel Williams, said: “I am delighted that Council is supporting this exciting project in conjunction with c21 Theatre Company and other partners. These videos will light up our streets…

Islandmagee Community Centre, Carrickfergus

This centre is also referred to as The Gobbins Community Centre. We have a range of community centres across the borough operating to the benefit of the local community.

Beautiful blooms to celebrate historic Coronation!

…Blue Aubrieta Finally, in Carrickfergus – located close to the Castle, off Marine Highway – there is a beautiful bloom of seasonal planting with the official Coronation emblem within the centre of the display. Again, the floral selection was specifically chosen to mirror the official emblem and features Red Dahlia,…

Mid and East Antrim pupils take part in unique Children’s Authors Election

…St. Colmcille’s Primary. In Carrickfergus, Central Integrated Primary, Oakfield Primary and Victoria Primary, and in Larne, Ballycarry Primary, Linn Primary, Moyle Primary and Whitehead Primary cast their ballots. The outcome of the election was a victory for Ballycastle-born author Paddy Donnelly, who has written and illustrated books including ‘The Vanishing…

Looking Back to Look Forward

Project seeking volunteers from the Mid and East Antrim area. Exhibition page

Allotments

…rewarding pastime. * For Carrickfergus and Greenisland Allotment Purchases - if you wish to pay for your allotment by cash, payments should be made through our reception at Carrickfergus Museum and Civic Centre or Larne Smiley Buildings until further notice.

Irish Language Week in Mid & East Antrim

…community engagement project by Carrickfergus Museum, the Cattle Battle game allows players to take on character roles, discovering the twists and turns that were faced by those who lived during the medieval period. The free event takes place at 7pm at Carrickfergus Town Hall and can be booked online through…

Another successful awards programme for local community groups

…Larne - Urban Sanctuary Carrickfergus Community Church (Sunnylands area) - Growing Together Whitehead Community Association, Carrickfergus - Kids Kitchen Garden Woodlawn Primary School, Carrickfergus - Gardening with Grannies Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has supported this campaign along with nine other Councils since 2015/16. Council commits funding each year…

Remembrance Services held throughout the Borough to commemorate the Fallen

…Borough’s towns of Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne, with poignant ceremonies being held 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 Gerardine Mulvenna, who…

The Story of Carrickfergus Townscape Heritage Initiative p2

Autism Information Roadshows coming to a town near you

…following dates: Town Hall, Carrickfergus, Tuesday 31 January 2023 - 6pm to 9pm Harryville Community Centre, Ballymena, Friday 17 February 2023 - 2pm to 5pm Market Yard, Larne, Saturday 25 March 2023 - 2pm to 5pm There will also be a wellness session for parents at the Carrickfergus roadshow and…

Community owned, locally grown greengrocers in Carrick

…the local community. Positive Carrickfergus, the group behind the new venture is offering people the chance to get involved in a variety of ways, including volunteering in the shop and even owning a part of it through community shares which start at only £25 per share. The community shares opened…

Marine Gardens Play Park officially reopens!

…within Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus, local Police are aware of previous concerns regarding anti-social behaviour in the area and will work alongside statutory partners to take action on any issues. Neighbourhood Inspector Ash said: “We very much welcome the re-opening of the play park and we encourage locals to enjoy…

Mid and East Antrim to honour 80th anniversary of VE Day with Borough-wide celebrations

…dancers and children's entertainment. Carrickfergus Town Hall and War Memorial Gardens will host Third Carrickfergus Band, Zolene and the ALS Band, Campbell College Pipe Band, Sir Henry Inglesbys Fife and Drum, alongside a children's magic show, facepainting and storytelling. A parade from Carrickfergus Town Hall to the War Memorial Gardens…

Mid and East Antrim welcomes another ‘Chatty Bench’

Located in Sunnylands Community Garden, Carrickfergus, the brightly painted yellow bench has been introduced to provide a place for people to come together to have a chat. Hosted by the Marmalade Trust, Loneliness Awareness Week is an annual campaign which raises awareness of loneliness and gets people talking. The aim…

Remembrance Services held throughout the Borough to commemorate the Fallen

…Borough’s towns of Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne, with poignant ceremonies being held in Whitehead, Broughshane, Cullybackey, Glynn, Kells and Connor, and Ballycarry. Poppy wreaths were laid on behalf of Council at each of the locations. Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Noel Williams, said: “It is my honour as…

Toilets

Please note: Friday 10 January 2025 - Broughshane toilets are temporarily closed due to a burst pipe. We hope to have them reopened on Monday 13 January 2025.

Outdoor Gyms

Just five minutes in the outdoor gym every day can lead to improvements in your health and wellbeing. Our outdoor gyms are completely free to use and are suitable for all, from experienced gym goers to beginners.

Sailing directions to our harbours & marinas

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…