Other Tours

Tour Talk
Get out and enjoy it.  That’s the message to residents and visitors alike.   There are a host of walks and scenic routes to explore in and around Carrickfergus, so call into the Tourist Information Centre, pick up a brochure and get on the tour trail.

Blackhead Path, Whitehead
The Path consists of several different walks up to two miles in length, with carefully located rest areas where you can enjoy majestic views across the Irish Sea to the Copeland Islands and Scotland.

Wild Trails
Explore the natural beauty of Carrickfergus with specially designed trails that will reveal nature in all her splendour.  The trails include

• The wildlife pond
• The wildflower meadow
• Shaftsbury Park
• The secret passage to Joymount
• Carrickfergus shoreline

Timeless Trail
This Trail follows the Carrickfergus Waterfront and takes in the main attractions of the town, including the US Rangers Centre and the Andrew Jackson Cottage, St Nicholas’ Church, the Gasworks Museum, Legg Park, the Marine Gardens, the Town Hall and Carrickfergus Castle. Less than 5 miles.

The Ulster Way
The Ulster Way is an established route through Ulster’s heritage. The Greenisland section takes in the Knockagh Monument with its stunning views over Carrickfergus and Belfast Lough.

Highway to Health
The Carrickfergus & Whitehead Highway to Health Programme is an exercise initiative aimed at beating heart disease and stroke. The 3.5km Carrickfergus route and 2km Whitehead route are so convenient that it's possible to take the Highway to Health during a lunch break from your place of work!   For further information contact: Stephen Daye, Parks & Countryside Officer at Carrickfergus Town Hall. T: +44(0)28 9335 8000 or E: greenspace@carrickfergus.org