In response to the anticipated severe weather conditions brought by Storm Darragh this weekend, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has announced the temporary closure of several facilities and cancellation of events to prioritise public safety as follows:
Enchanted Winter Garden
Cancelled: Friday evening and Saturday evening.
Parks
The parks listed below will be closed from 3:00pm on Friday and all-day Saturday. They will be assessed for damage and debris on Sunday before reopening.
Crumlin Glen
Antrim Castle Gardens
Millrace Trail
Steeple Round Tower
Reas Wood
Sixmilewater Park
Memorial Park
Randalstown River Walk and Viaduct
Toome Canal Walk
Burnside River Walk
Sentry Hill
Whiteabbey Glen
Global Point Newtownabbey Way at the Mill Threemilewater Park
Barriers will be closed at Jordanstown Loughshore and Hazelbank on Saturday.
Playparks
All playparks will be closed on Saturday and are scheduled to reopen on Sunday, subject to safety assessments.
Waste Management
Household Recycling Centres (HRCs) will be closed on Saturday and limited street cleansing services will be in place.
Leisure Services
Outdoor leisure bookings are cancelled for Saturday but will resume on Sunday.
Golf courses will be closed on Saturday and reopen on Sunday.
Leisure Centres will remain open as usual.
Theatre Services
Theatre at The Mill will operate as scheduled.
A Council spokesperson stated:
“We appreciate the public’s understanding and co-operation during this period of disruption. The safety of our community remains our top priority. For further updates, please tap here.