Ballymena 400 Around Our Town Heritage Walking Tour

What to Expect

As part of Ballymena 400, marking 400 years since the town’s royal charter, local guide Alastair Donaghy leads monthly walking and food tours exploring historic landmarks and businesses that have shaped Ballymena over four centuries. Tours visit historic buildings, town centre landmarks and local hospitality venues, combining local history storytelling with a taste of modern Ballymena. The tours are supported by Ballymena Business Improvement District.

Good to Know

• Recurring: third Saturday of each month, May to September 2026.

• Upcoming dates: Saturday 20 June, Saturday 18 July, Saturday 15 August, Saturday 19 September 2026.

• Ballymena received its royal charter in 1626, making 2026 the town’s 400th anniversary year.

• Book in advance via ballymenameans.com/events.

• The Mid-Antrim Museum at The Braid (Bridge Street) is open for visitors and complements the walking tour.

Getting There

Ballymena town centre is approximately 28 miles north of Belfast via the M2/A26. Ballymena railway station (Belfast to Derry/Londonderry line) is in the town centre, a short walk from the tour start.