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Antrim Castle Gardens – Antrim Castle Ruins loop from Ballymena

Antrim Castle Gardens – Antrim Castle Ruins loop from Ballymena

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Antrim Castle Gardens – Antrim Castle Ruins loop from Ballymena

02:20

53.2km

390m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 20, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 32.6 km for 61 m

After 33.1 km for 130 m

After 33.4 km for 153 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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26.5 km

Foxes Pub

Highlight • Pub

32.6 km

Antrim Castle Gardens

Highlight • Historical Site

Antrim Castle Gardens are an absolute historical gem. You will find nothing like these 400 year old gardens anywhere else in Northern Ireland.

Walk into the past as you stroll …

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32.8 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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33.2 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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33.4 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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53.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.1 km

9.74 km

940 m

902 m

457 m

Surfaces

47.2 km

5.63 km

343 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Wednesday 20 May

17°C

12°C

79 %

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Foxes Pub

Antrim Castle Gardens

Antrim Castle Ruins

Diana’s Courtyard Café

Antrim Castle Gardens

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