On the lough's north side, about halfway along (7mi/11km), is Carrickfergus (pop. 23,000), quite a considerable port before being displaced by Belfast.
In Boneybefore, Carrickfergus is an exhibition devoted to the 1st battalion U.S. Rangers (1942). Next door is the Andrew Jackson Centre, dedicated to the United States' seventh president, "The People's President".
Address: Carrickfergus Tourist Office / Andrew Jackson / US Rangers' Centre, 2 Boneybefore, Carrickfergus BT38 7EQ, Northern Ireland
Carrickfergus Museum & Civic Centre presents displays from Medieval times to present day. The collection is highlighted through a range of media, including audio-visual presentations and hands-on interactives. The Gallery features exhibitions from touring museums and institutions.
Address: Carrickfergus Museum & Civic Centre, 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus BT38 7DG, Northern Ireland
This annual weekend festival takes place in late July at the Castle of Carrickfergus. The festival includes traditional entertainment, food and craft stalls and medieval feasts.
This annual festival takes place during weekends in June. During the festival period, the Carrickfergus Castle is opened up to the public for medieval feasts, served by musicians and dancers in period costume.
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Carrickfergus Castle, Carrickfergus
