More than 1,500 people have climbed a mountain in Co Antrim - which has a close association with St Patrick - to mark the national holiday. Slemish Mountain near Ballymena is reputed to be where ...

In rural Northern Ireland, the locals are horrified to learn that Slemish mountain, where Saint Patrick tended sheep before finding God, has been sold to a Japanese theme park. Show more In rural ...

There will be entertainment at Slemish Car Park, with performances from local musicians and children’s face painting. Access will be by Park and Ride only. "If you are taking part in the trek ...