The Maidens
Ward in Mid and East Antrim, Northern Ireland
| Coordinates: | 54.863, -5.816 |
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| Dialling code: | 02828 (Larne) |
The Maidens is an electoral ward within Mid and East Antrim on the north‑eastern coast of Northern Ireland, occupying a largely coastal and rural stretch of the Antrim shoreline. The name recalls nearby offshore rock formations and the sea is a defining element of the area, with sweeping coastal views and habitats valued by walkers and birdwatchers.
Locally the ward combines farming and small‑scale tourism with residents who commute to larger towns, and it retains a strong sense of community around village halls and local clubs. Maritime heritage and the character of the coastline, together with links to ferry routes across the Irish Sea towards Scotland, all shape the area's economy and identity.
Postcode districts covering The Maidens
Most populated places nearby
- Antrim Centre 19.3 miles31 km
- Dundonald 17.9 miles28.8 km
- Holywood 16.1 miles25.8 km
Neighbouring places
- Gardenmore Ward 0.6 miles1 km
- Curran and Inver Ward 0.8 miles1.3 km
- Craigyhill Ward 1.2 miles1.9 km
- Cairncastle Ward 3 miles4.8 km
- Ballycarry and Glynn Ward 4.4 miles7.1 km
- Islandmagee Ward 4.9 miles7.9 km
- Kilwaughter Ward 4.9 miles7.9 km
- Woodburn Ward 7.4 miles11.8 km
- Kilroot Ward 7.7 miles12.4 km
- Whitehead South Ward 8.2 miles13.2 km
- Victoria Ward 8.8 miles14.2 km
- Burleigh Hill Ward 9.3 miles14.9 km
Example postcodes in The Maidens
BT40 1NS, BT40 1HE, BT40 1NN, BT40 1RN, BT40 1XH, BT40 1NB, BT40 1GA, BT40 1FN, BT40 1GD … See all
Transport links
- George Best Belfast City Airport 17 miles27.4 km
- Belfast International Airport 21.3 miles34.3 km
- Larne Town Railway Station 0.8 miles1.4 km
- Larne Harbour Railway Station 1.2 miles2 km
Hotels near The Maidens Ad
- Curran Court Hotel 4 1.2 miles1.9 km
- Ballygally Castle 4 3.1 miles5 km
- Halfway House Hotel 3.8 miles6.2 km
- Altahammond House 4 8.8 miles14.2 km
Schools in The Maidens
- Corran Integrated Primary School Primary
- Larne High School Secondary
- Moyle Primary School Primary
- Roddensvale Special School Special
Local points of interest
- Larne Harbour Harbour 1.4 miles2.2 km
- Sallagh Braes Hill 4.2 miles6.8 km
- Red Hall Estate 6.1 miles9.8 km
- Castle Dobbs Estate 8.6 miles13.8 km
- Orlands Estate 9.1 miles14.7 km
- Glenarm Castle Estate 9.3 miles15 km
- Drumnasole Estate 12.5 miles20.2 km
- Craigavad House Estate 14.8 miles23.8 km
- Bangor Marina Marina 14.9 miles24 km
- Carnalea House Estate 15.4 miles24.8 km
- Glengormly House Estate 15.6 miles25.1 km
- Upton Castle Estate 15.9 miles25.6 km