The Sportsmans bar located just about in Ballyclares town centre is the main watering hole if you want to watch a live premier league football match on one of their many television screens. The front bar got a revamp a few years ago and it looks quite trendy and almost cosmopolitan like a Belfast City centre hangout. It was long overdue as it had started to look a bit run down, but this didn't bother the faithful locals who have been loyal to the pub most of their lives.
The back bar is quite spacious with pool tables and a few slot machines. It often comes alive when there's a high profile sporting event on were you can watch it on "the big screen" as its locally known. The back bar also is popular for private party nights when it really comes to life.
Overall a good little spot which I'd recommend for a half decent night out, or during the week when it can be very quiet there's a relaxing atmosphere for a cold pint. read more