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Antrim to Randalstown
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Antrim to Randalstown

This route takes in a small section of the Loughshore Trail from Antrim to Randalstown with views of a spectacular railway viaduct, the River Maine and the ajoining parklands of Shanes Castle.

CountyAntrimDistance5 miles
Nearest TownAntrimOS Map14
Route TypeParkland and Grassland, RiversideRoute ShapeLinear
AONBOther AreaGrid Ref (Start)J153870
Public RoadsOn Public RoadGrid Ref (End)J080904

Terrain

Relatively flat, well surfaced roads with short stretches on cycle paths.

Point of Interest

Clotworthy House
Randalstown Railway Viaduct
Shanes Castle

Route Description

From Antrim this route heads west through the beautifully kept grounds of Clotworthy House. The route takes you past a spectacular Railway viaduct over the River Maine. This section of NCN Route 94 takes you into Randalstown town centre.

For more detailed information on this route, please contact Antrim Tourist Information Centre on 028 94428331.

Also consult the Loughshore Trail leaflet produced by the Lough Neagh Partnership. See Publications.

Getting to the Start

This route is on the 113 mile Loughshore Trail. This route is also on Route 93 of National Cycle Network.

By Car: Take the Antrim Road north out of Belfast to Templepatrick. Turn left at the Roundabout and then right on the A6 towards Dunadry. This road leads all the way into the centre of Antrim Town.

Traffic

Traffic can get busy around the town centres at peak times. Route tends to stick to quieter minor roads.

Facilities

Toilets and refreshments are available in both towns of Antrim and Randalstown.

Information for People with a Disability

This route has accessible toilet facilities.

Route is on well maintained paths and minor roads. Relatively flat. For more information on disablility access contact Antrim Tourist Information Centre on 028 94428331

Available Publication

Loughshore Trail

Sustrans Shop

Links

www.sustransshop.co.uk

Cycle Hire

Belfast Activity Centre
The Stableyard, Barnett's Demesne, Malone Road, Belfast
Phone: 028 9060 0132
Ireland Ecotours
Tiranagher, Belleek, Co.Fermanagh
Phone: 028 686 59171 Mob: 07592208716
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Maps and Downloads

The following downloads are available for Antrim to Randalstown:

PDF Document
Antrim_to_Randalstown.pdf
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Loughshore Trail.pdf
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