Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council organised a marketing workshop for tourism and hospitality businesses at the Lodge Hotel on 24 March. Professionals from the borough attended to learn about opportunities ahead of the 2026 season.

Speakers included Carmel Scott from Tourism Northern Ireland, Kerry McMullan from Belfast City Council, and Mark McGrann from the council's destination management team. They discussed initiatives such as Fleadh Cheoil events and marketing campaigns.

Mayor Councillor Oliver McMullan stated that tourism drives the local economy and such events help businesses prepare. Kerrie McGonigle, destination manager, noted that the speakers provided advice to support the 2026 season.

The council's museum services launched a heritage trail in Coleraine, funded by the Department for Communities. Primary 7 pupils from D.H. Christie Memorial Primary School contributed to the guide featuring over 20 historic buildings.

The trail includes a 3D map, scale models, and audio narration via Museum-in-a-Box technology. Guides are available at Coleraine History Hub, town hall, visitor centres, libraries, and online through the Northern Ireland Community Archive.

Councillor Oliver McMullan said the trail highlights Coleraine's history and involves young people in sharing it.

The mayor hosted a reception at Sheskburn House to thank volunteers from Friends of Ballycastle Museum and Ballymoney Museum. Brian Molloy, chair of Friends of Ballycastle Museum, expressed gratitude for the recognition.

Councillor Oliver McMullan praised the volunteers' role in preserving history. Ballycastle Museum is closed for restoration, expansion, and refurbishment.