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Chaine Memorial Tower – Glenarm Castle loop from Larne Harbour

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Chaine Memorial Tower – Glenarm Castle loop from Larne Harbour

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Chaine Memorial Tower – Glenarm Castle loop from Larne Harbour

05:22

88.6km

760m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 86.9 km for 136 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

1.31 km

Chaine Memorial Tower

Highlight • Monument

The Chaine Memorial Tower, or "The Pencil" as it is known locally, is an impressive lighthouse made of Irish granite, built in 1887 as a memorial to James Chaine, the developer of Larne Harbour.

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2

1.31 km

Chaine Memorial Tower

Highlight • Monument

Affectionately known as ‘The Pencil’ The granite tower was built in 1887 as a memorial to James Chaine, the Harbour's developer.

It's an accurate replica of an Irish Round Tower …

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1.91 km

Beach

Beach

4

19.8 km

Glenarm Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Start your walk off in the picturesque seaside village of Glenarm in County Antrim. There are a number of enjoyable things to do here such as visit the mighty Glenarm …

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5

40.9 km

Broughshane Industrial Heritage Trail

Highlight • Historical Site

6

77.9 km

View of Shanes Hill Road Descent

Highlight • Viewpoint

7

86.9 km

Larne Town Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Larne is a small town with a rich history and plenty of good cafes for a stop off.

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B

88.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

59.9 km

22.4 km

3.18 km

1.22 km

942 m

794 m

277 m

Surfaces

86.2 km

1.22 km

1.15 km

121 m

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Highest point (220 m)

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Tuesday 13 October

16°C

7°C

27 %

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