10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Newtownabbey That You Shouldn't Miss

July 14, 2021 Velvet Champine

Newtownabbey is a large settlement north of Belfast in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Sometimes considered to be a suburb of Belfast, it is separated from the rest of the city by Cavehill and Fortwilliam golf course. At the 2001 Census, Newtownabbey Urban Area had a population of 62,056, making it the fourth largest settlement in Northern Ireland. It is part of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council.
Restaurants in Newtownabbey

1. Sentry Hill Historic House

40 Ballycraigy Road bt36 4sx, Newtownabbey BT36 4SX Northern Ireland +44 28 9083 2363 [email protected] http://www.sentryhill.net
Excellent
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5.0 based on 52 reviews

Sentry Hill Historic House

Sentry Hill is a 19th century Victorian farmhouse in the Parish of Carnmoney, County Antrim. The contents of this historic house in Northern Ireland provide a rare insight into life in rural Ulster during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Sentry Hill was the home of the McKinney family, who came to Ireland from Scotland in the early 1700s. Remarkably the contents of the house have survived almost intact. Family furniture, books, paintings, personal diaries, letters, photographs and souvenirs from trips abroad all help to tell the story of the McKinney's, recording life at Sentry Hill and its surrounding areas. Over the years many guests have been warmly received at Sentry Hill by the McKinney family. The last of the family may now be gone but their welcome remains and the door is now open for you. The venue is a popular place to see in Co Antrim, especially during European Heritage Open Days. You can dander down the path through the sheltering trees and step inside the snug old farmhouse. As you cross this threshold you will stand where the past shakes hands with the present. Sentry Hill offers an entertaining day out to visitors of all ages with facilities including guided tours, attractive gardens, a cafe, gift shop and picnic area.

Reviewed By L5303WFjimd

A hidden history gem and a great wet weather plan this venue is a time capsule of artefacts well worth A small detour of the beaten track to visit very impressed

2. Need 4 Speed Indoor Karting

Doagh Business Park 11 Kilbride Road, Doagh, Newtownabbey BT39 0QA Northern Ireland +44 28 9334 2777 http://www.need4speedkarting.com/
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5.0 based on 32 reviews

Need 4 Speed Indoor Karting

Reviewed By Alanwexford - Wexford, Ireland

Our first visit to Need 4 Speed in Doagh, Newtownabbey. Very impressed by the whole set up. I emailed through their website a couple of days beforehand to check availability and Debs quickly got back to us within minutes, and booked us in. Good friendly welcome when we arrived with everyone wearing their covid masks. We all changed into racing suits. Fresh gloves and hair coverings were provided. We watched a safety briefing video before heading out to the track where the instructor led us around the first lap of the track to make sure everyone was happy and knew what to do. We had two sessions on the track with a short interval where we were able to check track times, and tried to improve on the second session. Kids had a great time, and we look forward to returning.

3. Ballyclare Library

School Street, Ballyclare, Newtownabbey BT39 9BE Northern Ireland +44 28 9335 2269 [email protected] http://www.librariesni.org.uk/libraries/county-antrim/ballyclare-library/
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5.0 based on 20 reviews

Ballyclare Library

To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.

4. The Spa Dunamoy

40 Collin Road, Ballyclare, Newtownabbey BT39 9JS Northern Ireland +44 28 9334 9676 [email protected] http://www.dunamoy.com/spa.html
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5.0 based on 132 reviews

The Spa Dunamoy

The Award winning 4 star Spa at Dunamoy is only 14 miles North from Central Belfast, but here you will find peace and tranquility in the heart of the rolling Co Antrim Countryside. The Spa features multiple treatment rooms, including the dual bath/massage suite, a 10m spa pool and solarium/ relaxation area. The Spa at Dunamoy is proud to be one of the few able to showcase award winning brand Elemis, featuring specially selected treatments from this leading luxury spa and skincare brand. These include signature facials, detox rituals and luxurious body massage, plus a well stocked shopping area for the perfect gift. Escape with friends or book a romantic getaway, either as a day spa customer or a resident in one of our beautiful stone cottages

Reviewed By daisym279

A perfect choice for a memorable gals night away. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, where every feature of the Dunamoy experience exceeded our expectations. All staff had a warm and lovely manner. Afternoon tea & breakfast were absolutely delicious, the spa peaceful & beautiful, the cottage stylish, comfy & spotless, equipped with everything needed for our group. We raved about our top class facials, and expert therapists. Bliss !

5. War Years Remembered (War Museum)

Avondale Drive Unit 16B Dennison Industrial Estate, Ballyclare, Newtownabbey BT39 9EB Northern Ireland +44 28 9335 4125 http://www.waryearsremembered.co.uk
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5.0 based on 158 reviews

War Years Remembered (War Museum)

Reviewed By argylltraveler

This war museum is a must for any war historian all the items covering the 1st & 2nd world wars are all original its has vechicles weapons uniforms & so much more it takes around 2hours to get round it all very interesting I just loved it

6. Theatre At The Mill

Mossley Mill Carnmoney Road North, Newtownabbey BT36 5QA Northern Ireland +44 28 9034 0202 http://www.theatreatthemill.com/PEO/default.asp
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Theatre At The Mill

7. Glengormley Library

Glengormley Branch Library 40 Carnmoney Road, Newtownabbey BT36 6HP Northern Ireland +44 28 9083 3797 [email protected] http://www.librariesni.org.uk/libraries/county-antrim/glengormley-library/
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Glengormley Library

To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.

8. Borderline Combat Airsoft

51 Green Road, Ballyclare, Newtownabbey BT39 9PH Northern Ireland +44 7729 219341 [email protected] http://www.borderlinecombat.com
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

Borderline Combat Airsoft

The Adrenaline kicks in. Your heart is racing and your blood pumping, projectiles fly past your ears, a grenade explodes next to your foot. You lean precariously over an IED that you have to disarm before it detonates killing you and your team mates, meanwhile all around you the enemy are closing in. That's the thrill of Borderline Combat Airsoft!

9. Movie House Glengormley

Glengormley 13 Glenwell Road, Newtownabbey BT36 7RF Northern Ireland http://www.moviehouse.co.uk
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Movie House Glengormley

10. Valley Leisure Centre

Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey Northern Ireland +44 28 9086 1211 http://www.newtownabbey.gov.uk/valley/default.asp
Excellent
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4.0 based on 35 reviews

Valley Leisure Centre

Reviewed By eatsleepdancerepeat - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

The play park at valley leisure centre is fantastic for kids of all ages. Access can be sought for main leisure centre carpark or from access to football pitches. Great area for walking also from valley park.

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