Author: Cherry

Ballymena Today – Music Tuesday

Here at Ballymena Today Music is an important part of our day. We are thrilled to spot lots of locals appearing in the media and our featuring on our playlists recently. We have a few humdingers for you to listen to over the next few weeks so get your self a cuppa, set back and listen to this. Arborist – Twisted Arrow Ballymena man Mark McCambridge returns with this beautiful piece called “Twisted Arrow“. Now living in Belfast the artist has in the past supported Ballymena today favourite British Sea Power, and now has created a lilting melody accentuated from backing vocals supplied by Kim...

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Legal Ages to drive Tractors – Ballymena

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...

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Dog Friendly holiday homes – The Dogs Trust

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...

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Wedding Reception Inspiration – Ballymena

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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Ballymena Today love local businesses using Flat lay photography

Here at Ballymena Today we love a Flat Lay. What is a Flay lay you ask? It is a great way to photograph some of your favourite things and share them online. To be a Flat lay everything in the picture has to by lying flat – simple. Ballymena Today love local businesses using Flat lay photography We, at Ballymena Today recently wrote about Flat lays in our blog posts about Camera Phones which you can read by clicking here.  We have noticed one of our favourite local Ballymena businesses using flay lays on their social media feed to...

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