The Old Thatch Inn in Magherafelt

Thank you guys for a fantastic weekend, had a really fantastic time. Food great couldn’t fault it, staff friendly couldn’t do enough for me. I invited a family member on Saturday evening n she was enthralled. Says she’s going to bring her sister. Well done everyone 10 out of 10 ! Other family members thinking of coming too! Sue A, Leicester.

Lovely place, I've been a few times. Service is as prompt as it can be depending on how busy they are. Food is absolutely amazing, good portion size, full of flavour & always clean plates when we dine there. No issue with staff as they are polite & professional. I can't imagine how hard it must be serving so many customers in a busy environment & still for it not to be good enough for some people. This is a lovely restaurant with a perfect cosy atmosphere, more importantly impeccable food & brilliant staff. Hats off to them all including the chefs. Thanks again

A large group of ladies had a lovely meal out. The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. Jonathan was so attentive and made our experience at The Old Thatch a delight. We will definitely return.

Family meal for 8. We were seated in a lovely private corner which was very comfortable. All our mains went down well. I had goujons and garlic fries. We enjoyed the desserts - I had jam and coconut sponge with custard. Really friendly staff in a cute location. Will return! Thanks to everyone at the inn.

Excellent Food, Service & atmosphere. Ate here 2 Sundays on the trott with friends who know the place well and what a wonderful recommendation. Great food(probs the best Ribeye I have had in 3 months of dining out !!) great service and cracking atmosphere

Was here for Sunday dinner, my second time! Good parking outside. Lovely cosy table beside the fire. Food was delicious and served with flare. Special shout out to Ronan and Nicole who made sure our table was served efficiently, with pleasant conversation and recommendations on food. Highly recommend the Old Thatch Inn and look forward to going back in a couple of weeks. This is most definitely my new favourite in Mid Ulster.

Delightful thatched whitewashed cottage with very cosy interior. We had a really warm welcome and outstanding service. Our lunches all featured quality ingredients beautifully presented which we did enjoy. Most certainly this restaurant is excellent in every way and we will go back next time we are in Northern Ireland. Seamus Heaney is strongly featured and his museum is nearby. I strongly recommend this great restaurant.

We are home from our recent family staycation in River Bann retreat! Thought we would leave some reviews on our experiences. Stopped into Thatch Inn by chance on the Sunday after hearing good things about the place, and got the best table in the house, right beside the t.v. for the Derry v Kerry match! Food was lovely, service was great and great atmosphere! Highly recommend the pepper sauce! Definitely be back!

Lunch, family meal, drinks, private party …… the thatch is my number one fav spot for it all! I love the atmosphere & the food is always great, even for a fussy eater like myself! Also serves the best bramble cocktail around!!

I have stopped in here 3 times now for dinner on a Sunday evening with no luck, the first time I went in at 7pm and I was informed the kitchen had just closed so I left again, the second time I went was at 6:40pm and again the kitchen had just closed so I went around to the public bar for a drink where I waited 20 minutes to be given a drink then on the third time I went it was 6:25pm and to my surprise yet again the kitchen had just closed, the main reason I keep trying is because I was told the food is good and on thier website it states the restaurant is open to 8 on a Sunday, I will not be stopping for food again to be disappointed for the fourth time

Recently celebrated our Mam's 80th birthday here! Booked last minute for a large family buffet and luckily they were able to squeeze us in between. Cannot praise these girls enough, food was fantastic and service was amazing, nothing was a problem for these girls even tho they were busy we were very well seen too and we never once felt rushed, even with our limited time! Thankyou thatch staff we had a great afternoon, We'll be back

They would not honor a meal voucher given to me for my birthday because it was just over three months past the expiry date. Their vouchers are valid for only six months, printed in very small writing. As an O.A.P. I struggled to read this. I found their attitude appalling when I queried this strict rule. They had no hesitation in keeping the money paid for the voucher. And restaurants are complaining how difficult it is to survive in the present climate. Take the money and supply nothing. Not bad.

The food we got for our mains was nice enough but the service was lacking…a lot. We had ordered drinks and had to ask again about them after waiting another 10 minutes, similar was waiting to be cleared. The dessert was also not what we asked for and left we left it untouched, it took a staff member nearly 20 mins to approach us as they seemed to be looking every other direction, although when they did I will admit they were friendly but as a service not great. Overall I’m disappointed as the last family meal we had here was quite good.

Great Christmas dinner, turkey and especially ham were beautiful and of very good quality. The stewed beef (daube) was class also. We had salted chilli chicken and garlic mushrooms to start which were lovely. The thatch is very homely inside and has a nice atmosphere. The reason I’d give it 4 and not a 5 is the cocktails were just OK (espresso martini and bramble) and the service wasn’t great at all. Don’t get me wrong - lots of young people walking around and asking you if you need anything, but I think it might be better if they assigned your waiter/waitress to your table for the duration of the meal. We ordered a glass of wine each after our dinner and it didn’t come for almost 30 mins. We were then approached and asked if we wanted anything else, so we ordered an Irish coffee and calypso coffee. Next think all 4 drinks arrived at the same time, wine and coffee. It seems like the staff have no idea of what’s going on at various tables, asking if you want a drink after you’ve just ordered one, or asking if you want to order dinner when it has been ordered etc. I don’t think they’re the friendliest staff either but they are quite young. Food was great but service and drinks left wanting.

Excellent local food and drinks in a truly authentic, but updated and bright, clean Irish pub. Very friendly service too.

This is the complaint I sent to The Old Thatch Inn last week. Dear Manager/Proprietor "As regular customers, I booked a table for 3 for Sunday lunch on 31st July and noted with delight there was fillet steak on the menu without a surcharge. After...

The worst thing happened after a long walk an abandoned pub! We had walked up to this pub after visiting my grandfather's grave on his 100 birthday. Despite this site, google and there own website saying it's open 11 to 11 every day it appears...

Stopped here for lunch last week and it was absolutely delicious. The girl who served us was really friendly and the place had a really nice atmosphere about it. Theres loads to choose from on the menu and the food was amazing!! Would highly recommend...

Each time I’ve been to the Thatch Inn, the food has been great. Big portions and tasty food. My last visit was with a group of 10, our food all came out at the same time and not one person had any complaints. Staff were...

The wife was working, so I decided to go out with the children for something to eat. I had "The Thatch Sandwich". Biggest sandwich I ever saw. Delicious too. Loads of sides. 4 clean plates were left for the waitresses. Very enjoyable.

A lovely little pub with great service and freshly prepared food that takes a while but is well worth it. I have eaten here several times now and never been disappointed.

I would not recommend this establishment, purely on the basis it is that good . Us locals want to keep this gem to ourselves, The Staff and servers have got it right. I must also commend what comes through the kitchen doors, A culinary delight...

Had a table booked for half 3. We arrived at 25 past 3. We sat down menus given and drink Order placed. That was the first sign as drinks took a while to come. After a while we will placed our food order. Nothing out...

Called in for a quick bite , food was absolutely delicious. Staff were really friendly and efficient. Highly recommended

I am surprised that this restaurant sorry cafe is being reviewed as a restaurant

Called in for a bite to eat and a pint with a few friends. Food was lovely. Fresh and plenty of it. Tables were clean and well presented. Good atmosphere in this place. I liked it.

We are here on New Years Day and it was lovely. Staff were very busy but nothing was too much trouble. There was even a traditional Irish group singing and story telling which the kids loved hearing.

We stopped off to have lunch at the Thatch Inn on our way to Belfast to get the Christmas shopping started. I had never been before and didn't really know what to expect we had just heard a few people recommend it. It is a...

We were recommended to visit the thatch by friends of ours. It was our first time visiting as we are not from the local area. We were greeted at the front door and sat to our table immediately even though it was busy, our server...

The food was absolutely dreadful the cajun chicken pasta was thick noodles chicken and what appeared bland insipid coagulated tin mushroom soup thrown over the top of it no seasoning whatsoever makes me feel sick thinking of it. We took the chicken for the dog....

Firstly a booking time was made ,but we waited 45 mins for our main course. The roast meat was dried up , The Yorkshire pudding was not fit to eat ,I could have kicked it home and it would be still be in the one...

My wife and called in for lunch . My wife had the cod in beer batter not only was it soggy but it smelt off Fisherman's wellies . We brought it to the attention off the waitresses who took it to the chefs. They thanked us for bringing it to the attention but recorded it should be soggy and smell !!! Will not be back

Went yesterday for Sunday lunch - ordered cod and chips as was recommended- very indifferent - fish seemed frozen and then dipped in oil - chips cold, obviously sitting around waiting to be taken to table. My friend had the beef dinner and it looked cold no steam - and very unappetising - not impressed.

We haven't been there for a while, but brought our guests to it but was a bit disappointed that really nothing has changed and food was average. Sorry to write this, but once you were worth to drive some extra miles.

Called in today on our way to visiting family. The food was fabulous, we had lovely winter broth, followed by braised steak and chicken gougons. Served by a really nice young girl who could not do enough for us. We will be back soon. Well done ⛄

My husband and I arrived Just before midday. No brunch only lunch! So we decided on toasties. I asked for Granary bread(only brown)with Brie,Cranberry sauce & crispy bacon! Husband had cheese &bacon.; It came with coleslaw&thin; fries(Great value@£5.90!) We’d coffees. Mine came bacon was RAW NO Brie-as it’s “only cooked in breadcrumbs”???! So had to get cheddar. French fries needed another few minutes! I told the Lovely wee girl that the bacon was Raw&un-eatable; and she offered to take it off the bill but it was hardly worth it. Seems a Great pity as we Often come here on route to Donegal!

Me and my partner decided to call up to the thatch bar for some lunch as we always meant to and was not disappointed service great and food fantastic will definitely be back

A friend & myself decided to go out for Sunday lunch, as I had booked it yesterday apon arrival we were met by a friendly waitress who showed us to a table, then the waitress asked us For a drink order she was back with the drinks I must say that all the staff and manager are so friendly and well trained. And good manners I must say that the food is exlecent the waitress are speedy good mannered an no waiting between courses

Great place for all. Lunch good evening good Sunday lunch good. Lovely quaint place turf fire. Friendly pleasant staff.

The Thatch is just a beautiful restaurant and bar Run by a young couple the history in the Thatch is perfect, ever get a chance look into are very own late Seamus Heaney loved to visit it, the traditional music is from mid Ulster people and it is a lively wee bar at weekends .

We came here for a family meal with our two young children. We didn't book and the restaurant was busy but they did there best to get us a table. Everything was excellent from service to food. Such a well run restaurant. Highly recommended

We decided to Pop into the thatch today for lunch. The food was lovely and staff friendly and welcoming. The children’s menu was good, with lots to choose from. We had the fish and chips which were beautiful, the batter was light and crispy and the chips were fantastic. After such a lovely meal, we decided to try the dessert menu and this didn’t disappoint. We are visiting family from England, and This was defiantly the nicest meal I have for a while. Overall lovely food, pleasant atmosphere and welcoming staff. We will defiantly be returning when we visit Ireland again.

Popped in with my wife and 9 year old daughter on the way home from a day at Jungle NI. Beautiful old building with a very cosy atmosphere and a warm welcome. Good selection on the menu and a fantastic creamy pint of Guinness promised much. Was a little disappointed with the special of the day. The goujons were a little “soggy”. My wife’s pasta was rather bland. My daughters kids burger was very tasty. Portion sizes were good and all in all it was reasonably priced at under £40. Certainly worth a visit if in the vicinity.

Sono stato in questo pub/ristorante con un gruppo di amici per un break-food mentre percorrevamo la statale in direzione Letterkenny.

A very busy place, good atmosphere in place, people very friendly. Great choice to choose from menu and food reasonably priced. Staff very obliging and friendly. Recommend this place to eat in

Called in last nite for some food and a pint . We where taking to a table and our drinks order taken . We ordered our food mine was the 12oz steak with chips and my partener got the chicken and broccoli bake . The food was out off this world . The best steak I've ever had in a resturant and the chicken bake was awesome .the service was excellent and I would highly recommend this place for food or a few drinks . Staff are marvellous by the way

We went here for a Sunday dinner many times and the food is great value for money. I would recommend it to anyone. We were never disappointed

As a tour guide I take my guests here for lunch on a regular basis, but so far the staff have not recognised me nor acknowledged that I am bringing international visitors through their door three or four times a month. As most of these...

The Thatch knows they didn't deliver today but to give them their due, immediately, they sorted the problem. For this I commend them. The young waitress, front of house, deserves massive brownie points on the handling of the situation. She deserves praise.

Great food little bit pricey tho but as it was an occasion we didn't mind but not sure if go again due to pricing. Staff really good and friendly great location also

We went here with some local friends to celebrate our birthdays. We each got a starter, main dish and dessert. We tried Champs for the first time and the atmosphere was very quaint.

Called in for a meal on the way past, taken to the rear of the pub to a bright and spacious dining area. Had a nice, well proportioned meal, couldn't really fault the place other than we couldn't really hear the young lad singing in the bar. Have been to other places of a similar nature and it is always nice to have some live music to accompany the meal.

Just a moment of the main Belfast to Derry road, this place is a traditional style Irish pub.

Cenamos una noche en el antiguo Paja Inn. Estaba bien, nada de que quejarse, y nada para morirse.

Servicio de bar muy pobre y los precios son muy caros en comparación a otros establecimientos. Una buena característica es el amplio espacio de aparcamiento.

Called here midweek at lunchtime. The building has a lot of character. The food was ok with substantial portions and well priced. Pleasant waitress. Would return if passing again.

We called in without pre booking and was treated extremely well by Lucy. She got a table set for us in a short period. Food was excellent and the service was good. Shauna and Lucy were exceptional waitresses, made us very welcome and recommended dishes. We both enjoyed our visit and will definitely be back, plus will be telling family and friends what a little gem this establishment is.

My husband and I were passing and decided to try this place out for lunch.The building itself is lovely and it's very cosy inside. The waiting staff were lovely and the food was perfect. I had a vegetarian stir fry which was packed with fresh veg and my husband had the baileys chicken special, he also really enjoyed his meal.If we are ever in the area again we will return to this lovely little place.

Had a great time. Food was lovely and hot. The staff were excellent, especially Shauna. I'll definitely be back!

Had a lovely family lunch. Shauna and Kieron accommodated us when we arrived and realised our booking was at another restaurant with a similar name. Super food great staff.

Food was fantastic and service was excellent. Ciaran and Anna Marie make sure everything is done to a high standard. Will definitely be recommending the thatch to everyone.

Stopped off here on Sunday for lunch. Hadn't booked but managed to get a table in the function room.had to wait a long time to order, when food came it was lovely, prawn salad ,large plate of food.food put down and staff walked away not asking if we needed anything else.we had to go looking for staff to ask for side plate and mayonnaise. When we finished and plates cleared we asked for coffee. After 20 mins we had to go looking for staff to pay. Complained about not getting coffee only for the supervisor to apologise. On checking the bill they had charged us for wine which we didn't have. Poor disaster for such a lovely place.

We have been here a few times and it is a lovely place for food and a good standard. However, the row of permanent noisy male drinkers at the bar as you go in, at what seems like any time of the day, is very off putting. They are very noisy and intimidating esp' if you are trying to have a nice meal in peace. Otherwise it is not bad.

The Inn looks quaint and very inviting and is near Seamus Heaney's grave and Mossbawn.However, service is very slow and haphazard. We visited on a Sunday lunchtime and there was a set lunch, apparently. We opted for the a la carte menu and it was difficult to get consistent service. The food was okay. However, at the end of the meal, we ordered some tea/coffee and this led to totally unacceptable delays. In the end, we took takeaways, but would have been better advised to go to a motorway cafe.

I had a great night out in this pub. Unique best describes it. The old bar and it's toilets are a must see.

Had a meal on Saturday night did not book but they were able to fit us in. My husband had steak which was done exactly as he requested , I had the thatch sandwich which had enough chicken and steak for two people . The meal was excellent and was keenly priced will definitely be back.

My husband and I dined here on New Year's Eve evening and thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Firstly the service was impeccable. For starters we chose vegetable soup and duck spring rolls. The soup was flavoursome and the spring rolls were divine. I took the seabass fillet which was beautiful and my husband opted for a sirloin steak with chips and bushmills sauce which he thoroughly enjoyed. A portion of hot chocolate fudge cake was the dessert choice. Overall it was a great dining experience and we will definitely return.

My husband and I enjoyed a 2 and 3 course Sunday lunch here at the end of July. I had caesar salad and salmon. He had soup and turkey and ham. The food was fantastic. The service was great. My only gripe is that I was charged £5.25 for a special coffee which I feel is too much for a country pub.

Had a meal there last week with my partner the food was lovely and very well priced. And nothing like on a cold day walking into a bar where the home fire is burning and the smell of burning turf hits you such a homely place.

Most popular bar scene with limited seating on the week that we visited. Historic place, with good food and a lively bar scene.

The old part of the pub is really nice good atmosphere. The service was good. Food was ok nothing more

Had dinner here on a few occasions after work. Went in solo a few times as well . Food is really good and plenty to choose from . Staff and regulars are friendly. They do have special offers so check their FB page . Special deals for kids available

A busy place on a Sunday lunchtime. Great choice of food from 2 menus. Opted for the Sunday Lunch menu and definitely not disappointed. Huge portions of lovely turkey and ham and chicken and stuffing with plenty of vegetables and potatoes. Desserts were great too, again, huge portions of cheesecake and chocolate fudge cake. Great value for money and friendly staff. Will be back again when next in the area.

We haven't been to The Thatch in a while and I was disappointed on our last visit. I felt the standards were not as good as they use to be. Still they have a great menu which is reasonably priced for evening dinning (maybe a bit expensive for lunch time). Hopefully next time I am back I will not be disappointed and it will be back to being faultless.

Popped in here for lunch. Been a few times for a drink and decided to try lunch this time. Spot on, nice food and good service.

Have just celebrated our wedding here on Friday and can highly recommend it for both their service and food . The staff could not do enough for us leaving us to have a stress free reception and party

This was a friendly, welcoming pub that we visited at lunchtime. The food was good value but they struggled with my wife's lactose/dairy intolerance, with the server not appearing to understand and the kitchen lacking imagination when asked for possibilities.If you don't have a dietary requirement they give generous portions at a good price. Also the toilets were clean.

Food is delicious, reasonable price, staff efficient, friendly and attentive, cosy environment, beats local competition hands down. Good entertainment at weekends

We had a small family gathering in the Thatch last Saturday night and it was definitely a great evening. The food was great with lovely friendly staff. We decided to stay on to hear the band and we were not disappointed. Prompt bar service, a lovely outdoor area to enjoy the nice warm evening, we even got a lift home from the owner. We will be back very soon.

Visited with family and inlaws for lunch, lovely place good menu and value for money and real fire. Worth a visit!!!!

Ce n'est pas une halte gastronomique mais l'ambiance est chaleureuse et les plats servis de bonne qualité.

Have visited twice in the past, once for lunch in November and once for dinner about 2 weeks ago & both times the restaurant was very busy with one bar staff & one waitress working. Food was well below average, ordered duck rolls which were burnt on one side & very under cooked on the other & served with a lemon wedge? Ordered a steak sandwich for main course with peppered sauce which was swimming in grease and also served with a lemon wedge. Had sweet potato fries for my side order and they tasted like they had been cooked in dirty oil, they were more edible than my main course however which I couldn't stomach. There was also a vegetable curry ordered but a chicken curry was served to the table. The waitress relayed the order back to us when she took it & it was correct so I can only assume it was a mix up in the kitchen. We didn't want to bring this up with the waitress as she was under pressure with the table beside us also sending food back to the kitchen & people waiting at the door. This being said she made the effort to come & check the table, offer drinks & have a bit of chat.I never got her name but this waitress is a credit to the place & the reason its a 3* review instead of a 1*. I think management need to employ more waiting staff & have a look at the kitchen staff! I doubt I'll return

Went for a family evening meal with a 2 year old and it is a perfect place to eat in comfort. Our young waitress could not have done more to accommodate the needs of the child, bringing high chair, water and served her meal first. We all chose the chicken stir fry, which we enjoyed, followed by waffles, chocolate sauce and ice cream - delicious.The ambience of the place was so cosy and inviting, we were sorry we were not staying longer and having a few drinks.However, we will return to do this at a later date.

Have called in several times, and will do again. The food is always excellent, with good service and large portions. I would recommend this pub to anyone. Very good value for money.

My husband and I called in one week day afternoon and had a late lunch. I chose the Thatch open chicken salad and my husband went for the Thatch 50/50 sandwich with chips and pepper sauce. My salad was huge and had a great choice of items to eat! My husband thoroughly enjoyed his lunch as well. I have to say the girl who served us had great customer service skills and a lovely personality to boot! I'm sorry I didn't get her name. I have heard that customers must book a table, if they want to dine there at the weekend; I can see why.

Excellent simple pub grub.served in an authentic thatched pub. (?with modern dinning room tastefully attached). Excellent value.

Called in for lunch and was met with friendly staff and a lovely roaring turf fire. A good choice on the menu and drinks quickly served. We all opted for toasties which came packed with filling and lovely fresh salad and coleslaw. Couldn't be faulted and will definitely be back

Stopped for lunch on way from airport. Delicious Thatch sandwich and pint if Guinness. Lovely welcome to Northern Ireland.

Ate here many time in the past and I could not fault it. Recently had Sunday lunch in it last week, 3 course £13.95 which is amazing. Their desserts are delicious. Great for a night out aswell. The Thatch is definitely worth the visit.

Have been twice recently and very much enjoyed it on both occasions. Good for a proper dinner and also for a light bite with soup, sandwiches and wraps available as well as open sandwiches, but you'll need an appetite for this one! Bit of a wait for food on our first visit but couldn't fault the food for flavour and freshness on arrival. Nice friendly staff that were attentive in the nice decor of the thatch pub. Cosy seating areas with warm atmosphere and an open turf fire by the bar adding to the charm of the place.

I was in the old thatch inn on Sunday .The meal was swimming in juices as were the side orders. Wouldn't put my foot in the place again. We got no money off our meal either

Went for a meal recently for a friends 21st. Lovely homely food which was a great standard. Compliments to the chef and well done to the servers clare & ciaran who were efficient and friendly. Recommend the chicken fillet burger or the cod.

Very pretty place, both outside and in. Lots of little nooks and crannies inside which make it an interesting building. The menu is pretty standard stuff, but the food is good (and plenty of it). Good service too.

Have been here a number of times and on all occasions the food has been very good. I recently visited here with my younger sister and grandfather and everyone enjoyed their meal. The prices are also very reasonable and service is of a high standard

Took family here when they were home from the states they couldn't fault it!! The hole family loved it! We booked 18 last minute and they couldn't have been better to us! Our waiting staff were amazing couldn't do enough for us!! Joleen and Rodney were their names and they were so friendly! We had kids with us and they took great care of them as well!! Will be back very soon no doubt!!

I was in the thatch for a quick something to eat with a family member, excellent all round, food was superb, nice and clean very cosy place. 10/10 I will definitely be back, and the staff was great and helpful.

After reading the very mixed reviews of this restaurant, we entered with some trepidation. No need to worry – the food was good, the service excellent, and the prices reasonable.

The Old Thatch Inn is a gem. We are lucky to live close by and frequent quite often.The food is superb, the service is always first class, the staff are friendly and our kids love going there as much as we do!! If you are lucky to visit when the sun is shining, the beer garden is lovely and it's really nice to be able to dine al fresco if you take the notion. Whether you live locally or just passing through.. Stop here and you will not be disappointed :-))

Having Australian guests over to visit our family, we bought none other than to take hem to an old Irish thatch restaurant for dinner one night! I pre booked the table almost 2 weeks in advance. At the time of booking I was advised to give an email address for the menu to be sent to me to pre order food for our large group of 8 people! I explained that it wasn't ideal as two people weren't even in the country and were travelling and not contactable at the minute. I gave my email regardless and as I repeated it on numerous occasions I had a slight doubt that it had been taken down correctly. I also asked to be seated in the older part of the building which is old stone work rather than the new extension, this was no problem. On arrival last night, we were lead to the new section. I told the waitress we had asked to be seated in the old section! She said she would find out, she disappeared and never came back. We had to go and look for her. Another waitress was found and was very abrupt! She told us that yet didn't know we were coming and that we didn't reply to the email (which I never got surprise surprise)! I said that I had booked it and was this not enough? She argued that they had sent an email and became very rude. We were then told our table had been given to someone else who had been there from 3.30pm (we were there at 7.30pm) and that they took priority as it was a christmas do! Needless to say we walked out and found another restaurant! The staff were awful and I would highly recommend that no one should visit this place until the staff learn some basic manners and deal with their bookings better!!!

Any Traveller who wishes to have courteousness. A good meal of anything.Must not pass by this old Homestead. Yes it is Thatched yes it is of the main road , by a little mile.Well when you eat in this Superb place. You will not wish to leave. When you do leave . you will return.I do though it is only 17 Miles from Antrim Town.It is just Yum Yum Yum and more.