Distillers Arms

140 Main St, Bushmills, Co. Antrim, N. Ireland, BT57 8QE

Tel: 028 2073 1044

About the local area

The Giant's Causeway
The Giant's Causeway is a World Heritage site, National Nature Reserve and Northern Ireland’s premier tourist attraction. The site and 15 mile of footpaths along the Causeway Coastline are owned and maintained by the National Trust.

Dunluce Castle
Dunluce Castle is sited dramatically close to the edge of a headland, along the North Antrim coast. Surrounded by jaw dropping coastal scenery, this medieval castle stands where an early Irish fort was once built and where its history can be traced back to early Christians and Vikings.

Bushmills Distillery
Visitors can observe the craft and skills of making Irish whiskey. The guided tour includes the ingredients and processes, spring water from Saint Columb’s Rill and the finest malted barley, to the art of triple distillation in copper stills and ageing in oak casks. Of course, no visit would be complete without enjoying a complimentary glass of Bushmills whiskey.

Mussenden Temple
Frederick Hervey, Bishop of Derry, had an appetite for drama and chose a wild coastal headland for a mansion and temple. The mansion is in ruins but the landscape park remains. Follow paths through the sheltered gardens or along the cliff tops for views of the North Coast. On a cliff top, he built the circular Mussenden Temple as a library, imitating the Temple of Vesta in Tivoli.

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
A short coastal footpath leads to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. On the way, there are wonderful vantage points to stop and take in the natural beauty. The geology, flora and fauna have won Carrick-a-Rede recognition as an area of special scientific interest. Fulmars, kittywakes, guillemots and razorbills breed on the islands close to the rope bridge.

Local Beaches
In Northern Ireland you will find some of the most spectacular beaches in Europe. The naturally stunning formations of the coastline provide long stretches of golden sand and impressive sand dunes. Whether you want a beach with all the amenities for a family day out or just fancy a brisk walk in the cool winter air, our beaches offer a truly unforgettable experience.

Rathlin Island
Amidst the rugged landscape of this isolated island, you can let your mind wander and discover a tranquillity and beauty that is so unexpected. The ferry to Rathlin Island travels just six miles across the "Sea of Moyle". This island is six miles long, one mile wide, "L" shaped and home to a small population of around seventy people.

Local Fishing
Northern Ireland is undoubtedly one of the finest angling destinations in Europe. Whether you're into sea angling, coarse or game fishing - we have it all! With our wide choice of unspoilt locations and idyllic scenery, matched with unrivalled hospitality and great value, you simply can't go wrong by taking a great angling break in Northern Ireland.