Welcome Ballymena Walking Tours

Ready to explore Ballymena on foot? Secure your spot on one of our walking tours and get ready for an unforgettable journey through time and culture. Book now to guarantee your place on this tour that promises to be the highlight of your visit to Ballymena.

Ballymena Heritage and 1798 Walking tour

During the tour we will discover historical buildings that will give an insight into how the town developed from a small village in 1600's and take you through the 1798 Rebellion in Ballymena.

Private tours can be organised by emailing - [email protected]

April 14, 2024

Harmony Hub

Ballymena

April 28, 2024

Harmony Hub

Ballymena

About Your Guide - 

Alastair Donaghy Walks & Talks Tours

I offer a range of history and heritage walking tours of Ballymena and surrounding towns and villages. Tours are planned and bespoke (Trained Tour Guide OCN Level 2).

My walking tour of Ballymena focusing on the key sites of the United Irishmen 1798 ‘skirmish’ in Ballymena. I also offer walking tours across North Antrim - including Glens of Antrim and Antrim Hills Way I am a trained Hill and Moorland Mountain Leader and can accommodate small groups on walks along the Antrim Hills Way and the Glens of Antrim. History talks I offer a range of topics from local history, architectural heritage, 1798 United Irishmen Rebellion in Ballymena and Ulster, Shared History - the role of Poland and NI in WW2, Holocaust Memorial Day. Other talks on request. I have experience of delivering a range of talks and presentations on local history and heritage to local groups, historical societies and community organisations.
Contact Details: Initially through my email - [email protected] or mobile 07392597078