Great Days Out for Groups - Discover Northern Ireland

GARDENS • CULTURE • LITERATURE • LOCAL HISTORY • MYTHS & LEGENDS • HERITAGE • CHRISTIAN HERITAGE • CREATIVE • NATURE • ACTIVEVeterans, Victory AndRemembranceFollow in the footsteps of the brave American soldiers who were based in Carrickfergusduring WWII. From the US Rangers Centre to the Knockagh War Memorial, this uniqueexperience will give you an appreciation of the sacrifices made during this time.Meet at Springsteen’s Diner 1 in Carrickfergus for breakfast before heading off to theUS Rangers Centre 2 at Boneybefore. This purpose built exhibition centre focuses on theelite American army regiment, which was formed and activated in Carrickfergus duringWWII. Your tour guide will reveal how the Rangers were formed and the hugely significantand courageous role they played during the war. You can also explore the enthrallingcollection of uniforms, photographs, documents and other material relating to this famedcombat unit (you will also be able to view the Andrew Jackson Cottage, dedicated to thefamily of the 7th US president, which is on the same site).Afterwards, enjoy a traditional lunch at the Dobbins Inn Hotel 3 before travelling to seethe Knockagh War Memorial at Greenisland. This large obelisk stands 110 feet highand sits proudly on Knockagh Hill overlooking Belfast Lough. Initially built in 1924 tocommemorate those from County Antrim who had fallen in the Great War, it now alsocommemorates those who lost their lives in World War II. The breathtaking viewswill allow for a moment of quiet reflection.To end your day, enjoy afternoon tea or coffee at the Knockagh Lodge Hotel 4.TO BOOK CONTACTCarrickfergus Tourist Information Centre T: 028 9335 8049 E: touristinfo@carrickfergus.orgVisit contacts1Springsteen’s DinerRodgers Quay,Carrickfergus,Co. Antrim,BT38 8BE.(028) 9335 05512Andrew JacksonCoTTAGE & Us RangersCentre2 Boneybefore,Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim,BT38 7EQ.(028) 9335 80493dobbins inn Hotel6-8 High Street,Carrickfergus,Co. Antrim,BT38 7AF.(028) 9335 19054Knockagh LodgeHotel236 Upper Road,Greenisland, Co. Antrim,BT38 8RP.(028) 9086 1444WHILE YOU’RE in THE AREAEating Out - Windrose Bistro & Marina Restaurant; Pa Pa Browns Grill Harbour; Point Restaurant.Retail therapy - The Courtyard; Carrickfergus Museum Gift Shop; Carrickfergus Town Centre.Extending your visit - St Nicholas Church; Carrickfergus Museum; Carrickfergus Castle; Flame!The Gasworks Museum of Ireland.your day outAt a glance4-5HOURSGroup25 maxsizeFor additional information and more group day visit ideas, please visit44 discovernorthernireland.com/groupsKnockagh War Memorial