Upcoming Events

Everyone has visited the beach, but have you ever wondered where the sand comes from? Why are some beaches pebbly and others sandy?  Why is the beach wider in summer than winter?  What are those strange little marks in the sand?   If you’d like to find out more, then join CCGHT & Ulster University’s Professor Andrew Cooper for a walk on the beach at Whitepark Bay.   As we walk along the beach we will find the answers to these and many more questions.  We’ll see recently discovered cemented beach sand, a phenomenon usually confined to the tropics, some huge chalk boulders thrown about by the waves, and have the chance to find some fossils and exotic pebbles.

Professor Cooper is a world authority on coasts and is author of several books including “The Worlds Beaches” and “The Last Beach”

Footwear:           Walking boots/Sturdy shoes/suitable outdoor clothing

Clothing:             Check forecast beforehand and dress suitably

Book Online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/geology-and-coastal-erosion-tickets-54641060884

Whether you’re nuts about birds or squirrels or just want to find out more, then come along on this family fun box building event with Glens Red Squirrel Group, CCGHT and your local Biodiversity Officer, Rachel Bain. We will also take a wander through this beautiful woodland & see some of the creatures that live there and put up the boxes made. This event is limited to 8 people on a first-come basis, pre- booking is essential. Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

This is a joint event between Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, Glens Red Squirrel Group and the Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage Trust.

Duration: 2 hours

Surface: Steep forest paths

Footwear: Walking boots/sturdy shoes. Bring warm clothing and binoculars.

Free

Book Online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/squirrel-box-building-for-families-tickets-54641200301

If you have never lifted a hammer before but you thought Blacksmithing looks like fun and you would love to give it a go, this class at Hot Milk Forge is for you. By the end of the two days you will have completed a beautiful hand forged Flower Basket Hanger for your own home. Additionally, you will be introduced to the majority of the basic skills of blacksmithing. Including: Scrolling, Drawing down, Twisting, upsetting, reviting…. etc.

This Course is also open to people who have come before, we’ll just advance your skills by completing a project more in tune with your skill base

Duration: 2 days

Cost         £100

Footwear:           Walking boots/Sturdy shoes/suitable outdoor clothing

Clothing:             Check forecast beforehand and dress suitably

To book: E: hotmilkforge@gmail.com/ T: 07740510008

Join Irish Feast on a journey of local, gastronomic discovery. During our tour of Bushmills, you’ll discover old recipes and new trends. You’ll talk to people in traditional family-owned restaurants and in up and coming artisan cafes and eateries. You’ll taste history and culture and truly experience the creative future of our food industry on a scintillating, surprising, seriously tasty Irish Feast Food Tour.

Cost: £40pp
Clothing:            Check forecast beforehand and dress suitably (including waterproof clothing and comfortable walking shoes).
Other information:   Please let us know of any dietary requirements or allergies at time of booking.
Book Online:             www.irishfeast.com or contact your nearest Causeway Coast and Glens Visitor Information Centre.