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Council launches pre-loved toys scheme for sixth year!

…Sunday 11am – 5pm. Carrickfergus area: Sullatober HRC, Carrickfergus – Monday – Saturday 9am – 5pm, Sunday 1pm – 5pm. Amphitheatre Leisure Centre – Monday – Friday 9am – 9pm, Saturday 9am – 5pm, Sunday 9am – 5pm. Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Beth Adger MBE, said: “This…

The Story of Carrickfergus Townscape Heritage Initiative p7

Progress in Education

In partnership with organisations such as the Education Authority and the Northern Regional College, we are working to improve educational aspirations in our Borough.

Our Environment

The ‘Our Environment’ Delivery Group have gathered together all of the relevant organisations that work together to improve the sustainability of our Borough.

Action Cancer Big Bus visit to Sunnylands

Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Beth Adger MBE said: “I would like to thank Sunnylands and Woodburn Community Group for bringing the Action Cancer bus to the area. It is vital to identify cancer as early as possible as there are more treatment options and a better chance…

Council backs Women’s Aid ABCLN ‘Make It Magical’ for Children this Christmas campaign

…abuse across Antrim, Ballymena, Carrickfergus, Larne and Newtownabbey. Residents across the Borough can support the ‘Make It Magical’ campaign by giving a gift, making a donation or hosting a magical Christmas fundraiser to support the organisation. Mid and East Antrim’s Policing and Community Partnership currently provides vital funding to Women’s…

Marine Gardens play park refurbishment commencing soon

This transformative project will create an accessible and inclusive play space, bringing adventure, excitement and fun to children and families in the local community. With the vision of providing a destination play park that caters to the diverse needs of residents, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has collaborated with…

Celebrating industrial heritage in Mid and East Antrim

…The tour will leave Carrickfergus Castle car park at 10am. The tour will take in Sheil’s Almshouses Carrickfergus, St John’s Church of Ireland in Glynn, Larne Market Yard and Kintullagh House (St Louis Grammar School) in Ballymena. This full day experience will be led by Mid and East Antrim Museum…

Vacant unit gets welcome revamp thanks to Town Centre Property Repurposing Pilot Grant Scheme

…Council town centres; Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne. The funding was available through the DfC Covid-19 Recovery Revitalisation Programme, in addition to co-investment from Council. Ballymena-based Magmel (Ballymena) Limited applied for the grant in 2022 having purchased Fairhill Shopping Centre in 2021. The owners saw an opportunity through the funding scheme…

Mid and East Antrim businesses and community groups committed to becoming dementia friendly

…sessions across Larne, Ballymena, Carrickfergus and via Microsoft Teams, which equipped local businesses and community organisations with information on how to best support people with dementia and their carers. The training provided an invaluable insight into the different types and symptoms of dementia - as well as communication tips and…

Mid and East Antrim Local Development Plan 2030 – ‘Call for Sites’ public consultation

…2024 - Town Hall, Carrickfergus Council will publish the information received through this consultation as part of the evidence base for the draft LPP. By submitting your response, you are accepting that Mid and East Antrim Borough Council will publish it and the information within it. Published responses will not…

New Household Recycling Centre opening hours

…HRC 10 Marshallstown Road Carrickfergus From April 2025 (all year round) Monday – Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday – Friday 9am - 7pm Saturday 9am - 5pm Waveney Road HRC Waveney Road Ballymena From April 2025 (all year round) Monday – Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday – Friday 9am -…

Co-Mingled Recycling FAQs

Council is progressing towards a ‘co-mingled’ collection service. This will see all dry recycling materials being placed into one bin. Households in Ballymena and Carrickfergus will receive a new 240L blue bin. Larne area residents will continue to use the blue bin they have.

Tree-mendous effort by all to mark National Tree Week!

…Larne Leisure Centre) and Carrickfergus Amphitheatre car park. The trees are small whips of hazel, rowan and crab apple, approximately 60cm tall. These small trees transplant with better survival rates than larger trees. Remember planting the right tree in the right place can really make an impact so why not…

Christmas light switch on events kick start the festive season across MEA!

Taking place in Ballymena, Larne, Carrickfergus and Whitehead – the events will be packed with fun-filled family entertainment, seasonal music, plus a very special visit from the main man himself – Santa! “Christmas is a magical time of year, and we are excited to kick off the festive season with…

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

About Larne Museum and Arts Centre

The Main Gallery hosts permanent displays reflecting the agricultural, industrial, military and maritime history of the area. Larne is a principal gateway into Northern Ireland and the strong maritime links of this east Antrim coastal community are portrayed through a variety of exhibits relating to the first roll-on, roll-off ferries,…

Tree-mendous effort by all to mark the beginning of National Tree Week!

…Castle Welcome Area and Carrickfergus Amphitheatre car park. The trees are small whips, approximately 1m tall - small trees transplant with better survival rates than larger trees. Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna, said: “We are delighted to be supporting Tree Week in Mid and East Antrim…

Christmas light switch ons kick start the festive season across MEA!

Taking place in Ballymena, Larne, Carrickfergus and Whitehead – the events will be full of magical Christmas cheer, fun-filled family entertainment plus a very special visit from the main man himself – Santa! Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Gerardine Mulvenna, said: “We are delighted to announce the switching…

Mid and East Antrim Food Partnership Workshop

People attending the workshop discussed partnership innovation and best way to progress the partnership across the Borough, promoting all aspects of healthy and sustainable food. The workshop covered six key themes: Taking a strategic and collaborative approach to good food governance and action Building public awareness, active food citizenship and…