Travel Guide to National Trust - Patterson's Spade Mill

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from the center of Antrim, head southwest on the A26 (M2) towards Templepatrick. Continue on the A26 for approximately 8 miles. Take the exit toward Templepatrick and merge onto the A57. Follow the A57 until you reach the Antrim Road. Turn left onto the Antrim Road (A6) and continue for about 1 mile. The National Trust - Patterson's Spade Mill will be on your right at 751 Antrim Rd, Templepatrick, Newtownabbey, Ballyclare BT39 0AP. There is parking available at the mill.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Patterson's Spade Mill using public transport, start at Antrim Bus Station. Take the Translink bus 105 towards Templepatrick. The bus ride will take about 25 minutes. Get off at the stop near Antrim Road, Templepatrick. From there, it's a short 10-minute walk. Head southwest on Antrim Road, and you will find the mill at 751 Antrim Rd. Please check the Translink website for current bus schedules and fares as they may vary.

• Walking

  If you are already in Templepatrick and wish to walk to the mill, start at the Templepatrick village center. Head northwest on Main Street (B59) and continue straight until you reach the Antrim Road (A6). Turn left onto the Antrim Road and walk for approximately 0.5 miles. Patterson's Spade Mill will be on your right at 751 Antrim Rd. Make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes as the pathway may not be entirely paved.