Ballycastle Chamber of Commerce

22/10/2025

Two iconic Ballycastle businesses spotted on our travels today.
Blackmore Fuels fueling the fishing fleet of Mortons Chipshop.

03/09/2025

Pipelaying scheduled for Ann Street and Rathlin Road to support new education campus

NI Water will begin a programme of work next week to install essential wastewater infrastructure to serve the new shared education campus.

The work, which will be undertaken by our appointed contractor, CivCo, involves the laying of over 250m of pipe and the construction of 11 new manholes between No. 71 Ann Street and the new campus on Rathlin Road.

Speaking about the work, NI Water Project Manager, Stephanie McBride said: “Work will commence on Ann Street on Monday 8th September and progress towards the new shared campus site. To carry out the work safely the following traffic management needs will be in place:

Ann Street (8th September): A lane closure with 2-way traffic lights will be required around the working area from No. 58 Ann Street to the roundabout at Rathlin Road. During this time a one-way closure (northbound) will also be in place on Rathlin Road. Traffic heading south on Rathlin Road towards Ann Street will be diverted via Strandview Road, North Street and Quay Road. Access to the bus stop on Rathlin Road, adjacent to the high school, will be available during this time. This section of work should be completed in 2-3 weeks.

Rathlin Road (towards end September): For safety reasons and to complete the work as quickly as possible, Rathlin Road will be fully closed to through traffic between Ann Street and 44 Rathlin Road. Access for residents will be maintained from either side of the closure, depending on the location of the pipelaying works and diversion routes will be signposted. Any changes to bus routes during this closure will be conveyed to local schools and signage erected on bus stops.

“We would remind the public that construction sites are dangerous areas for unauthorised persons, especially children, and we appreciate the co-operation in ensuring that children do not play in or around any site or machinery. Working areas will have warning signs in place to protect the public from any hazards. The public are advised to stay out of these working areas for their own safety.

“NI Water and our project team from AtkinsRéalis and CivCo take this opportunity to thank local residents, businesses and the wider public for their patience and cooperation while we undertake this essential work to serve the new shared education campus in Ballycastle.

“Our contractor will make every effort to complete the work as quickly as possible.”

15/08/2025

A few visuals and info of plan for the upcoming fair.
These maps were provided at the recent council drop in event for Businesses and interested local community groups etc.
- The whole town map shows the extent of the no parking cones (please be mindful of local residents and emergency access when parking)
- the Seafront plan has the new location of the Food Village, the Musical Area and much more.
- the Diamond plan shows site of the container 'wall' being erected to ensure the possible fall of mansory is mitigated. Please note this is not a 'Tunnel' and a 'Stop / Go' system will be in place to help crowd flow. Please listen the marshals as safety is paramount.
FQAs.
- Stalls - Council trading pitches all sold and waiting list in place (Private trading pitches are unknown. )
- Amusements - these are on Private property and not under the remit of the council
- busking is back!
- Uncle Hugo Loves you. Apparently.
- Fireworks Are Saturday Night (be down from before 9pm
- Diamond Sundays (some say the best thing about the Fair) kick off 7pm get up early to secure a good spot.
Please remember the Fair is a busy weekend for all our local businesses and these traditional family businesses rely on the 'Ould Lammas' to round off the season and set them up for the autumn.

15/08/2025

An interesting idea on a problem that blights all retail outlets.

Alternative phrase to be introduced in legislation and guidance from Home Office and police

15/08/2025

Programme of events for the Lammas Fair.

11/08/2025

A reminder for members to please make the time to attend this meeting. No Point bashing a keyboard without all the facts.Take the time to go and get informed if available.

Ould Lammas Fair
Business Drop-In Information Session
Wednesday 13th August, 2-5pm
Council Offices, Sheskburn House, Ballycastle
Come along and have a chat regarding the format of the fair for 2025.

23/03/2025

Absolutely super to see Ballycastle hosting an event of such local and regional importance.
This promises to be a busy Bank Holiday week with the Naturally North Coast and Glens market occurring, the McQuillan GA & CC Ballycastle; MacUilín CLG Golf Day taking place, and the folks of the Baile An Chaistil CCÉ hosting the prestigious Fleadh throughout the town. (And much more)
Watch out for sponorship opportunities for your business to partner with all these great events.

19/02/2025

Welcome investment in the Sewerage Network, hopefully this will help some of the planning issues.
Well timed for the quieter winter months is also a welcome development.
Please be aware of some disruption in the Diamond, Clare Street and Castle Street.

Northern Ireland Water has announced that its contractor, AG Wilson, will begin a programme of essential sewer improvements next week in Ballycastle.

16/02/2025

A vital resource in the community.
Resources are hard worked and fought for.
The creation of one should not mean the loss of another.
Ballycastle is a growing town and the provision of public utility space has always been poor to say the least. We say look to the future...
More resources...
More facilties...
More spend....
Never less.
Remember its our money.

22/12/2024

Remember many of your favourite stores are open today
Ballycastle is Open for Business today