Glens of Antrim

The Glens of Antrim (Irish: Glinnte Aontroma), known locally as simply The Glens, is a beautiful region in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. This area has nine lovely valleys, or glens, that stretch from the high Antrim Plateau down to the coast. These glens are very special because they are an area of outstanding natural beauty, and many people visit them for their stunning views and peaceful scenery.

Some of the main towns and villages in the Glens include Ballycastle, Cushendun, Cushendall, Waterfoot, Carnlough, and Glenarm. These places are home to friendly people and offer many chances to explore nature, go walking, or learn about the history of the area. The Glens of Antrim are a wonderful place to visit and enjoy the beauty of the Irish countryside.

The Lordship of the Glens

From the mid-13th century, the Glens of Antrim belonged to the Bissett family. They were originally Anglo-Norman but became more like the local Gaelic people over time. Later, in the late 14th century, the Glens passed to the MacDonnells of Antrim when John Mor Macdonald married Margery Bisset. After this, John Mor became known as the Lord of Dunyvaig and the Glens.

The nine glens

The Glens of Antrim are a beautiful area in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. They have nine lovely valleys that stretch from the high land down to the sea. These glens are very special and attract many visitors who come to see their natural beauty.

Tenth glen

Glenravel is sometimes called the tenth glen by locals. It is southwest of Glenballyeamon and Glenariff. The Glenariff forest park separates it from Glenariff.

The main places to live in Glenravel are Cargan, Martinstown and Skerry (Newtowncrommelin).

Archaeology

Old tools and items from the Neolithic time have been found in different places in the Glens of Antrim, like Bay Farm II and Madman's Window. These discoveries help us learn about people who lived there a very long time ago.

In popular culture

The Glens of Antrim have been in songs and stories. They are in the song "Ireland's Call". A detective named DI Sean Duffy, from mystery books by Adrian McKinty, lives in the Glens. There is a song called The Green Glens of Antrim, written by Kenneth North. Famous singers like The Wolfe Tones, Daniel O'Donnell, and Paddy Reilly have sung this song.