Carrickfergus Castle Marine Highway Carrickfergus BT38 7BG

This site has had 2 applications since 2026.

• LA02/2026/0541/F Awaiting decision

  Carrickfergus Castle Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, BT38 7BG

  Heritage-led visitor, access and interpretation works at Carrickfergus Castle, comprising removal of the existing Visitor Building, Education Building and other modern additions; erection of a new entrance and visitor facilities building; alterations and improvements to the Gatehouse, Outer Ward, West Battery, Grand Battery, Middle Ward, Inner Ward, Great Hall, Flash Room and Ordnance Store; partial re-excavation of the Middle Ward ditch, partial reconstruction of the Middle Ward wall and provision of a new bridge; formation and enhancement of visitor routes, including new paving, level-access works, ramps, lifts, stairs, handrails, balustrades and guarding; alterations to gun emplacements and wall walks; reinstatement and adaptation of historic features; internal and external works to the Great Tower, including removal of modern fit-out, replacement floor finishes, new lift and stair access, fire-safety and servicing works, reinstatement of the south-west spiral stair, public access to the roof and associated roof balustrading; installation of interpretive fit-out, setworks and displays; provision of plant, WCs and ancillary visitor accommodation; together with associated conservation, repair, landscaping, drainage, lighting, services and all ancillary site works. Construction of a new landscaped, curving and universally accessible raised ramp between the Marine Highway pedestrian crossing and the entrance to Carrickfergus Castle, incorporating landings, handrails, balustrades, integrated seating and planters; partial demolition and alteration of the existing modern access ramp and reconstructed basalt wall to form the new connection; relocation and reinstatement of existing memorials, benches and other site furniture; and associated steps, surfacing, planting, lighting, drainage, public-realm and ancillary site works.

  Submitted 10 Jul 2026 Full applications

1. 10 Jul 2026

   Received by Mid and East Antrim

2. 23 Jul 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 29 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

4. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   Decision expected by 17 September 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

   Mid and East Antrim took a median of 65 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

This application is with Mid and East Antrim for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Mid and East Antrim decided heritage and listed building applications in a median of 94 days. More in our guide to how long planning decisions take.

Listed building consent is needed for works that affect the special interest of a listed building, and carrying out such works without it is a criminal offence. More in our guide to planning application types.

• Carrickfergus Castle Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, BT38 7BG

  LA02/2026/0541/F Submitted 10 Jul 2026 0m away

  93% historically approved · decision due ~17 Sep

  Heritage-led visitor, access and interpretation works at Carrickfergus Castle, comprising removal of the existing Visitor Building, Education Building and other modern additions; erection of a new entrance and visitor facilities building; alterations and improvements to the Gatehouse, Outer Ward, West Battery, Grand Battery, Middle Ward, Inner Ward, Great Hall, Flash Room and Ordnance Store; partial re-excavation of the Middle Ward ditch, partial reconstruction of the Middle Ward wall and provision of a new bridge; formation and enhancement of visitor routes, including new paving, level-access works, ramps, lifts, stairs, handrails, balustrades and guarding; alterations to gun emplacements and wall walks; reinstatement and adaptation of historic features; internal and external works to the Great Tower, including removal of modern fit-out, replacement floor finishes, new lift and stair access, fire-safety and servicing works, reinstatement of the south-west spiral stair, public access to the roof and associated roof balustrading; installation of interpretive fit-out, setworks and displays; provision of plant, WCs and ancillary visitor accommodation; together with associated conservation, repair, landscaping, drainage, lighting, services and all ancillary site works. Construction of a new landscaped, curving and universally accessible raised ramp between the Marine Highway pedestrian crossing and the entrance to Carrickfergus Castle, incorporating landings, handrails, balustrades, integrated seating and planters; partial demolition and alteration of the existing modern access ramp and reconstructed basalt wall to form the new connection; relocation and reinstatement of existing memorials, benches and other site furniture; and associated steps, surfacing, planting, lighting, drainage, public-realm and ancillary site works.

  Awaiting decision Full applications Demolition 121 docs

• 6 Market Place, Carrickfergus

  LA02/2024/0664/F Submitted 11 Sep 2024 99m away

  Proposed partial change of use at Ground floor to provide additional bedroom to existing apartment, shopfront alterations to provide separate access and a third floor dormer to provide additional bedroom for existing apartment

  Granted Full applications Loft or dormer Windows or glazing 10 docs

• Adjacent to Albert Edward Pier (on the seaward side, behind the parapet).

  LA02/2025/0806/DCA Submitted 22 Oct 2025 121m away

  Demolition of derelict piles from the old boatclub.

  Granted Heritage and listed buildings Demolition 11 docs

• Former Danske Bank and adjacent car park 21–23 High Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7AL

  LA02/2026/0536/DCA Submitted 10 Jul 2026 132m away

  92% historically approved · decision due ~17 Sep

  Demolition of the existing three-storey former bank building.

  Awaiting decision Heritage and listed buildings Demolition 10 docs

• Nationwide, 14 Market Place, Antrim, Carrickfergus, BT38 7AW

  PL/INV/0146/18 Submitted 17 Jan 2018 133m away

  Non Illuminated logo and letters Aluminium fascia panels Internally illuminated projecting signs Internally illuminated ATM surround Non illuminated statutory sign 4off pockets Switch vinyl logo Manifestation vinyl to window glazing

  Withdrawn Advertising Windows or glazing

• 4-8 North Street Carrickfergus

  LA02/2022/0754/DCA Submitted 5 Oct 2022 140m away

  Removal of existing roof and internal floors, removal of existing shopfront.

  Granted Heritage and listed buildings Windows or glazing 22 docs

• LA02/2026/0038/LBC Granted

  39 Shore Road Greenisland Carrickfergus BT38 8UA

  Single storey extension to side and internal alterations to provide open plan kitchen/living room and associated external landscaping

  Received 16 Jan, published by the council 29 Jul 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• LA02/2026/0586/LBC Granted

  27E CHURCH ROAD BALLYKENNEDY BALLYMENA BT42 2NL

  Removal of a uPVC window and installation of a historically accurate timber sliding sash window.

  Received 11 Aug, published by the council 14 Aug 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• LA02/2026/0477/LBC Granted

  Rear Garden of Wardens House Gracehill Moravian Church 23 Church Road Ballymena BT42 2NL

  Listed Building Consent for A new timber door inserted returning the wall and opening to its original appearance. Repair of the partially collapsed roof of outhouse and reinstatement of the wall. Replacement of a pair of tin gates with more appropriate wooden gates. Repair to the south wall of the building, insertion of a door to allow access to the garden and new window opening reproducing that which already existed in the building.

  Received 21 Jun, published by the council 29 Jul 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• LA02/2026/0546/LBC Awaiting decision

  Carrickfergus Town Hall, Museum and Civic Centre 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DG

  Refurbishment and alteration of Carrickfergus Town Hall, the Museum and Civic Centre and the former Community Advice Building to create an integrated civic, arts, cultural and community hub, including internal reconfiguration and removal of later non-original additions; upgrading of the Jubilee Hall, Dobbs Room, foyer, reception, bar, ancillary, museum and atrium spaces; conversion of the former Advice Building to a lifelong-learning and education suite with Changing Places provision; relocation and enhancement of the Civic Centre café and erection of an associated glazed winter-garden extension following removal of the existing covered porch; reconfiguration of the courtyard, including removal of car parking, to provide a flexible space for events, markets and community gatherings; accessibility improvements comprising new ramps, steps and entrances; and associated landscaping, paving, lighting, interpretation, building-services, drainage, refuse, servicing and ancillary works.

  Received 10 Jul, published by the council 29 Jul 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• LA02/2026/0536/DCA Awaiting decision

  Former Danske Bank and adjacent car park 21–23 High Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7AL

  Demolition of the existing three-storey former bank building.

  Received 10 Jul, published by the council 29 Jul 2026 Heritage and listed buildings