Opening Times
Monday to Sunday – 10am to 5pm
Last entrance to the garden is at 4.15pm
Award Winning Walled Garden!
Glenarm, County Antrim, is home to the Earls of Antrim and an award winning four acre Walled Garden. Created in the 1820s, it features colourful borders, a potager, fruit gardens, sculptures, water features and one of Ireland’s largest Victorian glasshouses. Woodland walks, wildlife, family activities, food, shops and events make Glenarm an enjoyable day out for visitors of all ages throughout the seasons.
My top tip: Pre Book your Castle Tour and/or Dog Park sessions!
Visitor Review Rating – 4.5
Open 10am to 5pm
Ticket Prices:
Garden Entry £10
12 to 17 years £5
Under 11’s Free
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Opening Times & Admission Prices
Opening Times: Monday to Sunday
Opening Times: 10am to 5pm -last entrance to the garden is at 4.15pm
Welcome Centre & Tea Room open Monday to Sunday 10am to 5pm
Admission Prices: Garden Admission Adults £10, 12 to 17 years £5, Under 11’s Free Entry, Concessions
Castle Adults £21.50, 12 to 17 years £8, Under 11’s Free Entry, Concessions – Garden & Heritage Centre included in the Castle tour tickets
Check for todays Glenarm Castle & Garden Opening Times & Visitor Information as opening times may vary during the year!
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Visitor Information for Glenarm Castle & Garden
Glenarm Castle & Garden is located about 17 miles North East of Ballymena and is home ot the Eals of Antrim as well as its award winning Walled Garden!
There is plenty for all of the family to see and enjoy a well as the Castle and Walled Garden there are woodland walks, a Dog Park, a Woodland Adventure Play Area, Shopping, great Food & Drink options, events and other facilities.
If you want to find out more about the history of the Earls of Antrim the Glenarm Castle Heritage Centre brings it all to life.
You can book guided tours of the Castle and get a glimpse into life behind the walls.
The Walled Garden really is the party piece at Glenarm. Created in 1820 it has been fully restored ‘to create a garden full of colour, scent and beauty‘.
Take a stroll throught the potager vegetable garden, enjoy the fruit gardens, herbaceous borders, sculptures, views from the Mount over to Scotland, water features and explore one of Ireland’s largest Victorian glasshouses.
Venture further afield to take a woodland walk, there is a children’s trail, and watch out for the local wildlife like robins, red squirrels and rabbits.
For the children there is the Woodland Adventure Play Area with its rope bridge, climbing nets, slide and wooden staircase.
And for the more adventurous they can take part in the Mini Land Rover experiences. Got to have a go on that!
Refreshments are provided by The Tea Room for the best in locally sourced ingredients, The Potting Shed or freshly brewed coffe and baked cakes, The Milk Parlour for true Artisan Ice Cream and The Pizza Pavilion for ‘Wood Fired Perfection’! You are really spoit for choice here!
There are a number of shops for you to explore from the Castle Shop, The Byre, Shearer Ceramics, the Dribbly Yak Company, Causway Aromatics, Ivy & Gold, Cherie Craig Art and Past & Present.
These all offer locally made and sourced artisanal gifts, antiques, candles art and jewellery.
You will find events taking place throughout the year including the famous Christmas at Glenarm Castle.
For dog owners you can also book in some great value time at the Glenarm Castle Dog Park. A separate area just for you and your dogs! Probably best to book ahead so you and your chum are not disppointed!
Accessibility at Glenarm Castle & Garden
Much of the garden, grounds & facilities are accessible. Full Glenarm Castle Accessibility Guide here.
Dogs at Glenarm Castle & Garden
Dogs on short leads are welcome in the walled gaarden and woodland walk areas. Guide dogs welcome verywhere.
Photos of Glenarm Castle & Garden
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Local Accommodation near to Glenarm Castle & Garden
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What Visitors Say About Glenarm Castle & Garden
Visitor Review Score 4.5 stars
Don’t take our word for how genuinely super these gardens and features are.
Here is what visitors have to say about their visit to Glenarm Castle & Garden:
Joanne R. loved the family activities, picnic areas and Mini Land Rover experience.
Phillip S. particularly enjoyed the colourful tulips, themed garden rooms and extensive hedging.
Joe L. praised the stunning walled garden, food choices, craft shops and family friendly facilities.
Angela G. loved the gardens, friendly staff, artisan shops and food.
Gareth S. appreciated the well maintained garden, plant selection, formal planting and woodland walk.
Map of local gardens near to Glenarm Castle & Garden for you to visit
While you are visiting Glenarm Castle & Garden take some time to discover other gardens nearby, and a few further afield, that you can also visit!
Local gardens and attractions near to Glenarm Castle & Garden
Galgorm Castle – 20 miles from Glenarm Castle & Garden: Historic castle estate with landscaped grounds, woodland, riverside walks and guided tours of the castle and grounds.
Ballyrobert Gardens – 25 miles from Glenarm Castle & Garden: Six-acre RHS Partner Garden with more than 4,000 labelled plant varieties, woodland, cottage planting and experimental borders.
Antrim Castle Gardens – 30 miles from Glenarm Castle & Garden: Historic Anglo-Dutch water gardens featuring canals, clipped hedges, woodland, ponds, parterre and restored castle features.
Belfast Botanic Gardens – 30 miles from Glenarm Castle & Garden: A historic 28-acre botanical garden featuring the spectacular Palm House, Tropical Ravine, formal planting, mature trees and extensive plant collectio
ns.
Seaforde Gardens – 50 miles from Glenarm Castle & Garden: Historic walled gardens, Ireland’s oldest living maze, an arboretum, rare plants, champion trees and a tropical butterfly house.
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