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Mid and East Antrim is gearing up for a spine-tingling celebration as Halloween approaches, with a packed programme of eerie entertainment and family-friendly fun across Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne . From haunted houses and ghost tours to pumpkin patches and spooky storytelling, the borough is promising something for everyone – whether you’re chasing chills or simply after a night of frightful fun. “Mid and East Antrim is your one-stop-shop for all things Halloween,”

From Stephen Walker’s acclaimed political biography David Trimble: Peacemaker to Mary Berry’s inspiring new release Mary 90 , Waterstone’s Ballymena has revealed this week’s Top 10 bestselling books — alongside fresh half-price offers, family storytime fun, and details of its next book club event. This week’s Top 10 bestsellers Leading the chart this week is David Trimble: Peacemaker by Stephen Walker , a compelling and deeply researched biography of the late Northern Iris

Stephen Walker and Declan Lawn will be in the Braid Theatre, Ballymena on Tuesday 14 October at 7:30pm Two Ballymena-born writers are set to explore the remarkable life and political legacy of Nobel Laureate David Trimble at a special evening event in the town’s Braid Theatre on Tuesday 14 October. The event will feature acclaimed author Stephen Walker, whose new biography David Trimble: Peacemaker has been described by The Irish Times as a “political page turner,” in conve

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From Charlie Mackesy’s moving new illustrated tale to Bob Mortimer’s latest comic mystery, Waterstone’s Ballymena has revealed its weekly...

Declan Lawn, co-creator, writer, and director of the BAFTA award-winning series Blue Lights In a perfect fusion of television stardom and...

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From Richard Osman’s latest crime caper to a special 20th anniversary edition of Twilight, Waterstone’s Ballymena has unveiled its latest...

As the nights draw in and pumpkins begin to glow, Mid & East Antrim is gearing up for a thrilling Halloween season in 2025. From the...

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has decided against cutting Christmas festivities, opting instead to retain light switch-on...

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Horror fans are in for a chilling treat this autumn as The Fright Club NI brings a special 20th anniversary screening of Neil Marshall’s...

At the heart of the estate: Galgorm Castle Set in the rolling landscapes south-west of Ballymena, Galgorm Castle Estate is a timeless...

Waterstone’s Ballymena has released its latest Top 10 bestselling books alongside new titles, special half-price offers and community...

Limavady Workhouse The historic Limavady Workhouse has opened its doors to the public for a limited-time exhibition, offering a rare...

Ballymena is embracing its unionist heritage with the Ulster Covenant Festival 2025, hosted by the Apprentice Boys of Derry Ballymena &...

Ballymena book lovers are in for a treat this week as Waterstone’s Ballymena shares its latest Top 10 bestselling books, exciting...