Occupying a focal point in the centre of Cushendall, The Curfew Tower was built by Francis Turnley in 1817, to hold riotous prisoners.

Also known as the Turnley landmark, elaborate and eccentric instructions were laid down for its daily operation. Army pensioner Dan McBride was charged with the role of maintaining it's defence. He managed a permanent garrison of men and was armed with one musket, a bayonet, a brace of pistols and a pike thirteen feet long.

The Tower was also defended from attack from seige by large projecting windows on each side, which had openings to allow molten lead to be poured onto any unsuspecting attackers below.

Layde Church

The ruins of Layde Church, represent one of the oldest and most important historical sites within the Glens. These ruins are situated on the Coast Road between Cushendall and Cushendun.

Also known as a Franciscan Monastery, it has been suggested from evidence that it was originally a parish church. The church is believed to have originally been a holy site in the Iron Age and was documented as being ruins by 1622. The site was rebuilt in 1696 and remained a popular place for Protestant worship until the 1800's.

Red Bay Castle

Located on the main Coast Road between Waterfoot and Cushendall (on high ground above the Red Arch) lies the ruins of Red Bay Castle. A site of great historical interest dating back over 750 years. Constructed by John and Walter Bisset who had been banished from their native Scotland, the two purchased the Glens of Antrim and set about constructing the castle.

The existing castle is believed to have been built by Sir James McDonnell around 1561. It was the scene of various struggles and battles in the late 16th century and was finally abandoned about 1600.