Council tees up local hospitality sector in backing The Northern Ireland Open

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Cllr Jim Montgomery, visited the Dunsilly Hotel and Holiday Inn Express in Antrim where players from a host of different nations were based throughout the tournament which took place from September 3 to September 6 at Galgorm Spa and Golf Resort.

Cllr Montgomery said: “I am delighted to welcome international players from the NI Open to the borough of Antrim and Newtownabbey.

“The Dunsilly Hotel and Holiday Inn Express both provided secure bubbles for the players.

“The event brought 700 bed nights to our borough from players, support staff and television crews. The sponsorship and promotion stimulated and supported the local hospitality sector who are now ‘Back’in Business.”

Gary Henry, Managing Director from Galgorm Castle added: “We are delighted that Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council recognise the role of strategic events in supporting the recovery of our local economy.

“Golf and other sporting events are an excellent showcase to the world of the quality of our tourism offering and their economic impact spreads significantly beyond the immediate locality.”

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council are encouraging businesses to get involved in a ‘Back in Business’ Campaign, aimed at helping local businesses bounce back from Covid-19.

Further information on how businesses and residents can register can be found at the following link: www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/backinbusiness

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