Craigy Hill Methodist Church

The small Methodist chapel on Craigy Hill sits on a rise outside Larne, commanding views across the surrounding countryside. It's a modest building - nothing fancy - but that's rather the point. The church is a working place of worship with a genuine community feel, the kind of spot where you'll encounter locals rather than tour groups.

The real draw here is the setting and the walk up to it. The approach gives you proper countryside without needing to drive far from town, and on a clear day the views back towards Larne and the coast are excellent. It's the sort of place that appeals to walkers exploring the Mid and East Antrim hills - not a destination in itself, but a worthwhile stop on a longer route.

If you're staying at Down to Earth Wild Camping nearby, this makes an easy morning ramble before settling in for the afternoon. The walk takes about 20 minutes from the road, nothing strenuous. Photography types will find decent light in the late afternoon, and the building itself has enough character to make it worth a photograph if you're documenting local ecclesiastical architecture.

Don't expect much in terms of facilities or opening hours - this is active worship, not a museum. Pop along on a quiet weekday morning if you want to have a look inside. It's free to visit, and the folk running it are usually welcoming to respectful visitors. Worth the short detour if you're in the area, particularly if you're combining it with walking the surrounding landscape.