General information
Carrickfergus with over 1000 years of history under its belt, has lots of secrets to reveal. Enjoy a walking tour around the town with John, and learn about castles, town walls, the palace, big houses, ghosts, salt mines, monarchs and so much more.
John is a Blue Badge Guide born in the borough and a member of the Northern Ireland Tour Guide Association. He specializes in Irish history, buildings, scenery, and active Christian churches today. He finishes in a local coffee shop and will happily share his enthusiasm for the town where he and his parents were born.
Route
Library at Joymount, Town Walls. Shaftesbury Park, North Gate. North St, West St, Irish Gate, Governors' Place, High Street. Library.
Distance
2 miles
Time
1 hour
Terrain
Flat
Point of interest
Joymount Palace, Town Walls, North Gate, St Nicholas Church, Carrickfergus Castle, old jail and courthouse.
Things nearby
Gallery
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Carrickfergus Walking Tours
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Carrickfergus Walking Tours
Contact Information
Activity / Walking & Hiking
Carrickfergus Walking Tours
- Address
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14 Carnvue Drive
Newtownabbey
County Antrim
BT36 6RB
- Phone number
- T: (028) 9083 5221
- Phone number
- M: 07816 969 350
- toursjo@btinternet.com