The Scotsman

AWAKEN YOUR SPIRIT AT GALGORM

- Galgorm.com

Awaken your giant spirit this Spring and discover a world of memory-making moments in Northern Ireland with an indulgent break at Galgorm, Co.antrim. Boasting world-class hospitalit­y and unrivalled spa, accommodat­ion and golf facilities, the renowned Galgorm Resort is the jewel in Northern Ireland’s hospitalit­y crown.

Awaken Your Spirit of Adventure

Located just 40 minutes from Belfast City Airport, which offers flights from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, and Dundee, it’s the perfect weekend break. Belfast Internatio­nal Airport is also a 30 minute drive from the hotel, with flights from Edinburgh and Glasgow. Pack up the car and embark on a road trip to explore all that Northern Ireland has to offer with ferry crossings from Cairnryan to Larne and Belfast.

Switch off, disconnect, and rest your head in luxury at Galgorm, home to 125 guestrooms including Deluxe and Suite options and a range of superior lodging accommodat­ion, Galgorm is an ideal location for a romantic break, family celebratio­n or group getaway.

Reconnect with nature this Spring and hideout in a Shepherd’s Hut with the Bed & Breakfast experience from £405. New and exclusive to Galgorm, these fully equipped one-bed huts are located in the Secret Meadow adjacent to Galgorm Wood. Experience the restorativ­e benefits of forest bathing in your private outdoor tub or enjoy a compliment­ary gin and tonic by the fire pit on the terrace. This package includes Thermal Spa Village relaxation from check-in until check-out and full Irish breakfast in Gillies Grill.

A Two Night Dining Retreat (from £690 for two guests) is perfect for those occasions when one night simply isn’t enough. Stay in a luxurious guestroom, complete with compliment­ary mini bar, access to the Thermal Spa Village and full Irish breakfast each morning. Experience a taste of Galgorm with a sumptuous three course evening meal on one evening and a seasonal afternoon tea in The Conservato­ry on an afternoon of your choice.

Groups can opt for the spacious Log Cabins with private hot tub, whilst Red Oaks Residence, Charles Lanyon Gate Lodge and Linen Merchant’s Residence provide larger groups with a home away from home.

The Resort has a range of pursuits available for guests to connect with nature and explore the great outdoors, including fishing, hiking and walking, horseridin­g at Shean’s Horse Farm, the ancient art of falconry, clay pigeon shooting and tennis. Less than 30 minutes from

Belfast and close to the North Antrim Coast, Galgorm is the ideal location to base yourself when exploring the best that Northern Ireland has to offer including the exhilarati­ng Gobbins coastal path for thrill seekers, or the unmissable Titanic Belfast for an afternoon of history.

Awaken Your Senses

Voted Best Spa Experience across the UK and Ireland at the Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence 2021, Galgorm is home to the world-class Thermal Spa Village. It boasts heated and cool spa experience­s including a vitality pool on the banks of the River Maine, salt cave, private riverside tubs, saunas, steam rooms and pools. After relaxing, make sure to enjoy a riverside lunch at Elements Café or a tropical cocktail in the botanicali­nspired Palm House.

Awaken Your Taste Buds

As one of only a handful of restaurant­s in Northern Ireland to achieve 3 AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, seasonal produce is at the heart of The River Room Restaurant. Head Chef Chris Rees showcases the very best of the season through his five course tasting menu. A dining experience to remember, guests are treated to a sumptuous menu of exquisite dishes that showcase seasonal ingredient­s sourced from local artisan suppliers and the Resort’s very own kitchen garden.

For a more casual affair, the family-friendly Fratelli Ristorante serves up traditiona­l pizzas, pasta and authentic Italian cicchetti (perfect for sharing), with Gillies Grill a go-to destinatio­n for guests and locals alike. Castle Kitchen + Bar, a stone’s throw from the Resort, is a space for all tastes and occasions – think an eclectic mix of pub classics peppered with speciality dishes from the grill and homemade desserts to finish.

Finally, no stay in Galgorm would be complete without a visit to the Gin Library. Home to over 500 varieties of gin and housed in a bespoke glass conservato­ry with views of the River Maine, a team of expert mixologist­s are on hand to hand pick your perfect serve.

To awaken your spirit this Spring, explore all Galgorm has to offer at www.galgorm.com.

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