DOBBINS INN HOTEL

New Childrens Menu

2011-11-17T20:42:00.001Z

As of Friday 18th November we have a new kids menu at Dobbins.

For only £4.95 your child can have a choice of a great meal & a healthy fruit drink

Gluten Free Options

2011-11-17T19:58:00.003Z

We now have gluten free dishes available on our menu.
Also a better selection of vegetarian dishes too.
Check out our menu option at the front of the hotel or pop in and speak with anyone of our team!!

Carrickfergus Ice Skating Rink

2011-11-17T18:47:00.003Z

It is a great fun idea and something new for Carrickfergus.
£7.00 gets you 1hour of skating. Down by the habour car park.

Great fun idea for a day out with the kids

Wine Tasting Night

2011-11-17T18:07:00.002Z

For only £10.00 per person, get to taste some great wines, a light snack and maybe learn a few ideas for ordering wine.

Purchase 6 bottle or more and get £5.00 back.

Call 028 93351905 for more details

Children In Need Cookies

2011-11-17T17:59:00.003Z

Some of our chefs have been baking cookies - Children in Need Teddies cookies - On sale from the hotel - 2 for £1.00. All money raised goes straight to Children in Need

Sing Your Heart Out

2011-11-17T17:51:00.003Z

We have Karaoke 26th November from 8.30pm. We'd love to hear the talent Carrickfergus has!!! Cause we know there are lots of you out there!!!!!!

Hello Again

2011-11-17T17:50:00.003Z

Sorry, the blog has been quiet for some time!!!
Will be bringing more updates through the coming weeks

29th April - Live Band

2011-04-05T16:38:00.002+01:00

We are here to ensure that your April Bank Holiday gets the kick start you need. Instant Replay are with us on Friday 29th April, start your Friday with DJ from 9.00pm and then Live Music until 1.00am No cover charge on the night, no queues at the bar & late bar until the wee hours!!

New Weekend Menu

2011-04-05T16:36:00.001+01:00

We are starting a fab new menu from 15th April, every weekend we will be serving the very best food & you do not want to miss this. Carrickfergus has not seen food like this in a long time!!! Booking is essential and if you mention Dobbins Inn Hotel Blog you get £2.00 off your bill.

LCD TV's

2011-03-21T17:59:00.002Z

We have had the final LCD TV's fitting into our bedrooms.
Now you can relax in one of our Super king size beds, watch TV or use our complimentary WIFI

Prices start from £55.00 bed and full breakfast

Call and speak to Annemarie for bookings 028 93351905

Mothers Day Carvery

2011-03-21T17:55:00.002Z

We are hoping to look after as many Mothers as we possibly can for Mothers Day.

Every Mother will get, along with their 4 course carvery a wee glass of bubbly!!

With a hot and cold starter table, Dobbins Inn Hotel is the only Carvery to be seen at in Carrickfergus.

£10.95 per person, children under 4 are free and over 4 the cost is only £5.95

Booking is essential 028 93351905

Friday Carvery

2011-01-21T13:48:00.003Z

Roast Beef, Roast Turkey or Roast Ham......... all served lovingly with potatoes, vegetables and gravy. Only £6.95, sure you can't bet it here at Dobbins Inn Hotel.
One of the t0p places to eat in Carrickfergus..............

Pyschic Fair

2011-01-16T12:56:00.003Z

Well we are getting the good guys in on the 5th February.

With mediums, tarot readers, angels cards and much more, you can find out how your 2011 will plan out!!!!

The fair is open from 12.00 until 6.00pm

Drop down at any stage

Most Haunted....

2011-01-08T18:41:00.001Z

Well the guys at Ni's Most haunted are coming back for more..... a revisit on the 15th Janaury to see what more they can find out about our "Maud"

Xmas Raffle

2010-12-28T10:23:00.002Z

Every year we do a Christmas Raffle
This year we have more prizes than ever. It is a not to be missed opportunity to get a prize!!!!
Only £1.00 for a number

Drop down to Dobbins Inn Hotel before 31st December and choose your lucky number now.............

Best Accommodation Rates

2010-12-28T10:21:00.002Z

The best rates available for you will always be on our own website....
Check out www.dobbinsinnhotel.co.uk

Drop us a line if you have any queries or call 02893351905

Countdown Begins

2010-12-01T14:07:00.002Z

We here @ Dobbins Inn, love Christmas time.
The weather is just that little bit colder - we get to put the coal fire on.
People want a bargain - we get to see you enjoy all our food deals.
People want prizes, raffles and a chance to win at Christmas time - we have Hampers and raffle prizes up for grabs

Drop down to Carrickfergus, into Dobbins on the High Street and we promise we'll have it covered.

Merry Christmas and enjoy the countdown

Belfast Telegragh Meal Deal

2010-11-23T11:54:00.001Z

Well folks the meal deal is coming to a close.
Anyone with vouchers left can use them with us until 25th November.
Hope to see you over the next few days

Christmas Party Nights

2010-11-22T21:44:00.002Z

These are proving to be very popular with you Carrickfergus folk!!
You all know a bargain when you see it.
One Christmas Party date left 18th December.

What can you get for £19.95..... cocktail reception, 3 course carvery, live band and late bar

Call 028 93351905 and speak with Anne Marie or Kirsty

Live Band - Instant Replay

2010-11-22T21:42:00.002Z

Well folks its another night of great music.
Instant Replay are a super little 2 piece that know how to get the party started on a Friday night!! 26th November

Pop down about 9.30pm to make sure you get a seat and enjoy the night

Dice - Music to get you mov'in

2010-10-28T17:30:00.002+01:00

This Friday night along with all the other goings on, we have a great 2 piece band called Dice.

These guys are well know in Belfast and also in Carrickfergus, great tunes and great crack to be had here at Dobbins Inn Hotel.

Kick off is at 10.00pm and there's a late bar

Hope to see a great crowd

Spooky Goings On in Carrickfergus

2010-10-24T22:54:00.003+01:00

Not only is Dobbins Inn Hotel one of the oldest hotel in Northern Ireland, it is also home to a ghost.
This Halloween, Carrickfergus will see its 1st Ghost walking tour w "Maud" Dobbins resident ghost featuring in the tales and stories that will be told.

For 2 nights only 29th & 30th October - Carrickfegus gets spooky!!!!

Giants Causeway

2010-10-24T22:52:00.001+01:00

Super news - Bing.com are using The Giants Causeway as its homepage. A Northern Ireland landmark and one worth going to see!!
Good on Bing.com

Great Talent w Wee Jenny

2010-10-21T22:24:00.003+01:00

More music Friday 22nd October

With Innuendo - this group are making a real name for themselves w great tunes and great voices.

Staring from 10.00pm Friday 22nd, get down early to get a seat

Refurbed Bedrooms

2010-10-21T22:21:00.002+01:00

Loving our new rooms, still a few more to do, but we are getting there!!

All with flatscreen TV's, freeview and soft and cosy duvets!!

Live Music w Innuendo

2010-10-20T14:52:00.002+01:00

Great young talent - great music and a super night out.
Music from 10.00pm with drinks promotions and late bar.
You'll not hear a better band or a better sound this Friday!!

See you there

Sunday Carvery

2010-10-10T14:54:00.005+01:00

Well our Sunday Carvery is getting famous. Mentions on radio and we are getting folks from all over Antrim.

Its on 12.30pm - 3.30pm every Sunday. Booking is essential and it is well worth the visit!!!

Only £10.00 per person for 4 courses

Giants Causeway Trips

2010-10-06T18:59:00.002+01:00

Well the weather is not great and the days are getting darker.
However, The Giants Causeway is still one place worth a wee visit for the next few weeks anyway!!
Dobbins Inn Hotel is only 1 hour drive away at the start of the well known Coast Road route & a great stop off before heading to the North coast.

Belfast Arts Festival

2010-10-06T18:51:00.002+01:00

Once again this year Ulster Bank will be holding the Queens International Arts festival.

It runs from 15th Oct - 30th Oct and as with previuos years promises to have a wide appeal.

We here at Dobbins Inn Hotel love to see people coming for all over the world to enjoy local talent.

Father Day Carvery

2010-06-19T13:45:00.002+01:00

Drop down to Dobbins Inn Hotel this Sunday for a fathers day treat.

All fathers during the sunday carvery go into a draw to win lunch for 2 - all they need to do is pick the 1st gola scorer for the 7.30pm match.

During the 3pm and 7,30pm football matches all pints are only £2.00

Flatliners - Live Music

2010-06-19T13:43:00.003+01:00

Friday 25th June - another music night at Dobbins Inn Hotel , in the heart of Carrickfergus. Flatliners will be playing from 9.30pm - late.

Drink promotions on from 10.00pm

Live Music

2010-06-06T18:39:00.001+01:00

Friday 11th June
Come down to Dobbins Inn Hotel - in the heart of Carrickfergus
Instant Replay will be playing from 9.00pm
Late bar with drinks promotions from 10.00pm
Celebrate the start of the World Cup with a few drinks and a boogie!!!!

FA CUP FINAL

2010-05-13T13:41:00.002+01:00

Here at Dobbins Inn, in the heart of Carrickfergus, we do all we can you make you smile.
This Saturday is an important day for some of you......... Hope pints at £2.00 during the match and free hotdogs at half time will make you even happier!!!!

Good luck may the best team win.........

Carrickfergus - The new song

2010-05-11T22:07:00.002+01:00

Check out the Dobbins Inn Hotel Facebook page.......... we have a copy of the new Carrickfergus song... rewritten by one of our own Mr Bill Allen.
Good old Dobbins Inn Hotel even gets a mention in the lyrics.

It is a great version, let us know what you think of it.......

Early Bird Offers

2010-05-11T22:05:00.001+01:00

Early Bird

From 4.30pm - 6.30pm every day

No one can beat us for value on real fresh food and local produce...... no one
In the heart of Carrickfergus... down by the sea....

New Menu

2010-05-11T22:03:00.001+01:00

Well we have a treat in store... new menu ... new ideas and new value for money, just pop in and see for yourself.

Keeping it local... in the heart of Carrickfergus

Charity Quiz Night

2010-02-26T21:29:00.002Z

26th March @ 9.00pm Quiz night in aid of Cancer Research.

Derek, always known for his great general knowledge, will be hosting a fun night of questions, queries and puzzles. All you need to do is turn up and answer them!!!

Great giveaways on the night, so come and join us
Call 02893351905 to book a table

Great News

2010-02-20T15:45:00.002Z

Dobbins Inn Hotel

The only Carrick Establishment to make it into The Taste of Ulster 2009 / 2010.
Proving we are still a popular spot for tourists and locals alike

Thank you folks!!

Castle Activites

2010-01-06T12:15:00.002Z

Well the guys at the Castle are at it again.
Medieval Storytellers and music will be on Saturday 9th January. Should be a good event.
Pop into Dobbins Inn Hotel after, we have a real coal fire burning and lots of great food to warm you up!!!

Famous for our Good Food

2010-01-06T12:13:00.001Z

Guys, We are back in the swing of things, our ever popular Cavery is back and we are busier than ever. Thanks to everyone who enjoy the food - spread the word please!!

TWITTER

2009-12-07T18:22:00.002Z

Goodness knows how we will get on but we are now live on Twitter!!

So, if you fancy tweeting to us, please do, we would love to hear from you :-)

Christmas Nights

2009-11-20T13:08:00.001Z

Christmas would not be Christmas if you did not have the well known and loved turkey dinner @ Dobbins.

We will be gearing up for a busy lunchtime and evening, so best to book in advance.

Looking forward to welcoming you and hope you enjoy the grub!!!

Most Haunted Bedroom

2009-10-22T22:37:00.003+01:00

Do you have the nerve to sleep in Dobbins Inn most haunted bedroom on Halloween night?

What would you do if you were joined by "Maud" the 15th century ghost who looks after the hotel and its residents..................

Halloween Party

2009-10-04T10:48:00.004+01:00

Its wintertime, the days are getting darker, its cold out and you need cheering up!!!!

Get your fancy dress on and head to Dobbins on Halloween night.
Those who get into the spirit ( get it!!) of it will get in for free, otherwise admission is ony 2.50

31st October from 8.30pm until the wee small hours 1.30am

Quiz Night Success

2009-09-25T23:14:00.002+01:00

Thanks to all, The Guinness Quiz night was great fun and it was lovely to see some old faces. Who knew that you could have that much fun with Guinness!!!

Will let you all know when we have another quiz night.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GUINNESS!!

2009-09-19T18:13:00.003+01:00

Start your weekend early.
We are celebrating all things Guinness on the 24th September.

Guinness Quiz @ 8pm , teams of 4
How well do you know your Guinness????

(All day promotions and as many Guinness based dishes as our Chef can think of!!!!)

DISCO FEVER - Saturday 26th

2009-09-03T20:14:00.003+01:00

After the success of last week's DJ night, we are doing it again!!!

Fed up sitting at home, only your CD player and bottle of wine for company????

Well get yourself down to Dobbins on Saturday 26th Sep for a great night

70's - 80's music
Drinks promotions
Late night
Free admission
No one under the age of 16!!

FOOTBALL LEAGUE

2009-09-01T10:07:00.004+01:00

Well guys, it is that time of the year again.

Can you get your teams and players in, if you have already done so, we will be listing these up at the Bar. (Usual spot by the Big Screen)

Let the games begin...................

Music Hotspot

2009-09-01T10:03:00.003+01:00

What a great week we have just had!!!!! Carrickfergus was on top form, can't believe we had a live concert at the Castle with such popular entertainers.

Here @ Dobbins the atmosphere was great, everyone was in party mood and enjoying the food and beverage both before and after the show.

Lets hope we get to do this again soon.

Events In Carrickfergus

2009-07-06T19:32:00.003+01:00

Dobbins Inn Hotel is delighted that there is so much going in Carrickfergus this summer.
Sunday 12th July sees another session of Pipes Band on the Castle Green.
Let's hope the weather stays dry. Dobbins Inn Hotel is only a 5 minute walk away, why not drop in for a sunday lunch before the event starts at 3pm.

Dobbins Fantasy Football League Winner

2009-06-28T18:34:00.003+01:00

After a successful season, will numberous teams, player changes and very dodgy names!!!!
Congratulations goes to GONE TO SEA with a total of 1849 points.

Be really for next season starting in August 2009

Father's Day

2009-06-17T19:13:00.002+01:00

At Dobbins Inn Hotel, we know that you love to celebrate. What better way to celebrate Father's Day than a visit to Dobbins.

Whether you want to treat them to a full course Sunday lunch or a pint of the black stuff.

We will make sure he leaves happy.

Call us on 028 93351905 to book a table

Celebrate Carrickfergus Pageant Weekend

2009-06-07T15:44:00.003+01:00

We at Dobbins enjoy the Pagent each year and fully celebrate the event.
This year is no different, so what have we done???????

Super meal deals all day for young and old alike!!!!

If the weather holds up you will be queuing for our real fruit smoothies and large selection of ice creams.

Summer Refresh

2009-06-07T15:36:00.003+01:00

In celebration of the beautiful summer weather. We have decided to create a number of summertime smoothies.
To help your 5 a day!!!

These are proving to be a popular addition to our menu @£2.75