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Legal Ages to drive Tractors – Ballymena

Posted by Cherry | May 26, 2015 |

In Ballymena lots of young people get drafted by farmers to help out on the farm. Maybe it is silage time, or just getting the family involved but do you know all the legalities behind who should and shouldn’t be driving a tractor? thefarmpage.com recently share lots of helpful information on this topic from the Northern Ireland Health and Safety executive: By law in Northern Ireland any child aged 13 and over can, with appropriate permission and supervision, drive a tractor engaged in agricultural activities. However this is only if they are on private land and not a road and...

Turning Point NI

Posted by Ally Stewart | May 25, 2015 |

A new community support group called Turning Point NI has opened in Ballymena. Based on Mill Street just opposite the town hall its aim is to deliver confidential support to those in the community who are feeling suicidal. We called in with the guys and asked why Turning Point NI has opened in Ballymena. – “We realise many individuals and families are living with mental illness, financial difficulties, relationship breakdowns and substance misuse and one of the effects of this can be suicidal tendancies. Everyone is aware of the ever increasing number of suicides and attempted suicides. We wanted to open a centre in the town where people living with this could go for guidance and support. A place where properly trained volunteers could listen and offer advice. Although we are based in Ballymena we’re offering this to people right across Northern Ireland. We don’t want people to give up, but take the first step towards a better life – and quite often that starts by talking through the issues. We want to let people know they are not alone but that we are here to offer support on a 1-to-1 basis.” If this is something you are living with at the minute or you know someone who might benefit from the support Turning Point NI in Ballymena can offer, there are many ways you can get in touch with...

You are probably drinking Bailies Coffee

Posted by Ally Simpson | May 25, 2015 |

When you order coffee in Northern Ireland you are probably drinking Bailies Coffee… well, there’s a good chance you are! There are certainly a few coffee shops in the Ballymena area who serve their coffee. Bailies Coffee Company was founded in 1993 by Russell Bailie, who recognised the growing demand for quality freshly roasted and traceable coffee amongst an increasingly knowledgeable consumer base in the UK and Ireland. The company has since earned industry recognition for its commitment to supplying only the finest, freshest, hand-roast coffee and has supplied espresso beans to two of the last four Irish Barista Champions. At Bailies we specialise in sourcing single origin and single estate coffees and aim for full traceability to origin, farm and farmer wherever possible. We also source and roast Fair Trade, Rainforest Alliance and Organic coffees, and develop working relationships with ethical suppliers who have strong focus on sustainability for local farmers and growers. Listen to what Russell has to say… Bailies Coffee Company from Bailies Coffee on Vimeo. Over at Coffee Northern Ireland I’ve regularly talked about Bailies, their coffee and their staff. They are an engaging, passionate and super friendly bunch of folks. You don’t have to be a coffee shop/business to experience their coffee though. You can buy coffee directly from their website here. Their stock changes seasonly and is always packed full of variety. Bailies also...

Dog Friendly holiday homes – The Dogs Trust

Posted by Cherry | May 22, 2015 |

Dogs Trust have a selection of dog friendly holiday homes perfect for Ballymena dog owners planning a holiday or staycation this summer. If you are a dog owner going on holiday isn’t an easy option unless you are happy to play for your dogs to be kept in a kennel or cared for by a friend or family member. Dog Friendly holiday homes – The Dogs Trust If you are reluctant to leave your pets behind in Ballymena, or it wouldn’t feel like a holiday without them, then it might be worth investigating some getaways where you can take your dog along. The Dogs Trust have over 250 holiday homes in Ireland which you can have a look at. Since they are all located in Ireland you can get you pets and all their treats, toys and stuff packed into the car and take a road trip to your holiday destination. Dog friendly holiday homes are also available in England, Scotland and Wales on the Dogs Trust Website. We especially love the look of this detached house in Dingle, and the old stone Granary in Co. Cavan. To find out more about dog friendly holiday homes in Ireland and further afield click here to visit the Dogs Trust website. The Dogs Trust’s also give offer some tips for anyone planning to travel with their dog this summer: Make sure your dog...

Wedding Reception Inspiration – Ballymena

Posted by Cherry | May 22, 2015 |

In Ballymena, your wedding reception can be held in lots of different venues from the beautiful Galgorm Spa and Resort to a set of hired teepees in the countryside. There are lots of local Ballymena businesses who can help you put together a wedding reception which will be the perfect centre piece to your big day. At Ballymena Today we have gathered together some of our favourite wedding inspiration from both Ballymena and further afield. Decorate your venue and make is functional. We have fallen in love with this vintage postbox which is not only in keeping with a traditional...

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Legal Ages to drive Tractors – Ballymena

Turning Point NI

You are probably drinking Bailies Coffee

Dog Friendly holiday homes – The Dogs Trust

Wedding Reception Inspiration – Ballymena

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