Antrim Castle Gardens – Antrim Castle Ruins loop from Antrim

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Antrim Castle Gardens – Antrim Castle Ruins loop from Antrim

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Antrim Castle Gardens – Antrim Castle Ruins loop from Antrim

01:24

5.46km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.54 km

Diana’s Courtyard Café

Highlight • Cafe

Good cake & hot chocolate. Can sit inside or in the castle courtyard as you like.

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1.96 km

Antrim Castle Gardens

Highlight • Rest Area

Here you can discover the beauty of Antrim Castle Gardens & Clotworthy House. There's many beautiful landmarks along the way such as Large Parterre, Her Ladyship's Pleasure Garden and Yew …

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3.61 km

Antrim Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Ruins of Antrim castle set in green grounds next to the river. A great place to stop for a breather.

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5.40 km

The Protector of the Lough

Highlight • Monument

The Protector of the Lough statue shows the mythological giant Finn McCool standing guard at Antrim Marina on the shores of Lough Neagh. It's an eight-metre-tall sculpture created by Spanish …

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5.46 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.05 km

1.19 km

217 m

Surfaces

2.81 km

1.24 km