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Cushendun
Situated in the heart of the Glens of Antrim, Cushendun is a village steeped in character and folklore
Cushendun, County Antrim, BT44 0PH
Opening times for 20 March 2025
Asset Opening time Countryside Dawn - Dusk Harbour Car Park Dawn - Dusk Glenmona Car Park Dawn - Dusk Parking over night not allowed.
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Corner House tea-room
- Car park
Free car parks adjacent to Corner House tea-room and at Glenmona House. You don’t need to book but parking space is limited. If the car parks are full please come back another time.
- Tea-room
Corner House tea-room
- Steps/uneven terrain
some trails have uneven terrain
- By road
Parking: Free car parks adjacent to Corner House tea-room and at Glenmona House. You don’t need to book but parking space is limited. If the car parks are full please come back another time.
Highlights
Historic village
Set in the mouth of the River Dun at the foot of Glendun, this small coastal village is packed with architectural heritage including the neo-Georgian Glenmona House and ruins of a 14th-century castle. With a sheltered harbour and beautiful beach, its traditional stone walls lead to quaint shops and cosy pubs including Mary McBride's, once one of the smallest pubs in Ireland.
Red squirrels
The red squirrel is one of the most popular and well loved mammals and Cushendun is one of the best places in Northern Ireland to spot them.
Grassland
The Great Glens Grassland Trail is a fantastic example of an innovative project, which has created new ways for people to get closer to nature.
Things to see and do
Events in Cushendun
Upcoming Events in Cushendun
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Things to see and do in Cushendun
Wander through the historic coastal village and see if you can spot a red squirrel, soak up the views from the harbour and take a stroll along the beach at Cushendun.
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Visiting Cushendun village with your dog
Find out about visiting Cushendun with your dog. They can splash along the beach or along a village trail. Cushendun is a one pawprint rated place.
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Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities in summer
Plan wild adventures this summer and try our guides to activities that include floating in a boat, rock-pooling, identifying animal poo and fossil hunting.
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Eating
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Eating and refreshments at Cushendun
When exploring Cushendun village be sure to pop into The Village Tearooms or Mary McBride's Pub and tuck into a seasonal menu of tasty meals and refreshing drinks.
Places to stay
Strand House
Stay steps from the beach in a coastal cottage right in the heart of the Glens of Antrim.
Upcoming events
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Get Wet Stay Safe - Swim Safety Training Saturday 29 March 2025
Swim Ulster in partnership with Sport NI, Swim Ireland and the National Trust invites you to take part in this free session on safe open water swimming at Cushendun beach.
About Cushendun
Nestled at the mouth of the River Dun at the foot of Glendun, Cushendun is a charming village steeped in character and folklore. Its sheltered harbour and beautiful beach are surrounded by hill farms, hedgerows, traditional dry stone walls and spots for the perfect picnic.
Enjoy breathtaking scenery along several walking trails; venture through Cregagh Wood or take a turn round the Red Caves which featured as a film location in Game of Thrones. Historic buildings and Cornish-style architecture by Clough Williams-Ellis make Cushendun village a unique attraction along the Causeway Coast and Glens.
History
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The history of Cushendun
Designed to look like a picturesque Cornish village for his Penzance born wife, Baron Cushendun built Cushendun village in County Antrim in 1912. Find out more about its history.
Our work
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Managing the woodland at Cushendun
Discover how and why the woodland is managed the way it is by the ranger team at Cushendun.
Support us
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Volunteering on the North Coast
Discover a variety of volunteer opportunities on the North Coast, with something to suit everyone.