Location: Newtownabbey
Top Things to do in Newtownabbey
Top 10 Things to do in Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland
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
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 52 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.
4. The Spa Dunamoy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 132 reviews
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)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 158 reviews
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
7. Glengormley Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.
8. Cloughfern Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.
9. Rathcoole Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.
10. Ballyrobert Cottage Garden and Nursery
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4.5 based on 40 reviews
A garden for plant lovers! The garden is an RHS partner garden designed and owned by a former associate of Belfast, Edinburgh, and Writtle Botanic Gardens. Only 11 miles from Belfast.
Reviewed By mk12015 - Stourbridge, United Kingdom
I purchased two delphinium plants on line from Ballyrobert, they were cheaper than a lot of other online gardening outlets and I wasn't expecting too much. Updates on the order were provided, the plants arrived quickly and were both very healthy and a decent size. In a few weeks they are really growing beautifully.
