An annual celebration of local architecture, history and culture, EHOD provides access free of charge to heritage buildings on the weekend of September 13-14.
Over 300 heritage buildings and events across Northern Ireland are featured, including a number of properties not normally open to the public.
An interactive map of this year’s locations is available here, while the full EHOD 2025 brochure can be viewed here. Check to see which events require booking.
Here are the venues around Causeway Coast and Glens which are taking part...
5. CUSHENDUN
The Old Church Centre Sunday 14th Cushendun Old Church is a lovely mid C19 rural Church of Ireland Church, lovingly restored by Cushendun Building Preservation Trust. Now home to the Old Church Centre, it is a vibrant hub for arts, heritage and community in the heart of the Glens of Antrim. The many artists, poets and writers who made Cushendun their home, and the rich cultural heritage of the Glens of Antrim, will be on display for visitors EHOD. Photo: OLD CHURCH CENTRE
6. BALLINTOY
Ballintoy Parish Church - Saturday and Sunday As described by the National Churches Trust, "This church is perched on a hill above Ballintoy Harbor in one of the most scenic locations on the north Antrim coastline. Rathlin Island and parts of the Scottish coastline can be seen out to sea as well as the stunning white cliffs as a backdrop... The area surrounding was recently used as the backdrop for filming scenes for the new series of global smash hit fantasy series ‘Game of Thrones’". Photo: CCG COUNCIL
7. DUNLUCE CASTLE
The iconic Dunluce Castle on the dramatic coastal cliffs of north Antrim was built by the MacQuillan family around 1500. Seized by the MacDonnell clan in the 1550s, they stamped their mark on the castle during an era of violence, intrigue and rebellion. Visits available Saturday and Sunday. Photo: DEPT FOR COMMUNITIES
8. BALLYCASTLE
Bonamargy Friary was built close to the mouth of the Carey and Shesk rivers by Rory MacQuillan in 1500. The rival MacDonnell clan fought for and claimed the friary from the MacQuillans in 1588. Visits on both Saturday and Sunday, Photo: CCG COUNCIL