Piper Sam and Irish Dancer Roisin

Two bronze figures catch the light on the streets of Ballymena - Piper Sam and Irish Dancer Roisin, public sculptures that celebrate the town's musical heritage. They're not a destination in themselves, but rather a proper nice focal point if you're passing through Mid and East Antrim exploring the area.

The sculptures mark Ballymena's connection to traditional Irish music and dance culture. You won't need long here - ten minutes to have a look, take a photo, read the plaques - but they're worth seeking out if you're interested in local character. The pieces have real charm and tell you something about what matters to the community.

This works best for visitors staying at one of the glamping sites nearby - Sunset Glamping is just a mile and a half away, and Lough Beg Glamping sits about five miles north. Pop into Ballymena town centre while you're grabbing supplies or after a walk, and you've got yourself a small cultural moment. Families with kids who like spotting public art will appreciate it. History and heritage types will get the context. Everyone else will take a photo and move on, which is fine - not everything needs to be a full afternoon's outing.

No admission charges, naturally. They're just there, on the street, free to view whenever. Best visited during daylight hours obviously, and any season works equally well.