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Breckenhill

Splatmaster from age 8, gas paintball from 16 — outdoor games near Ballyclare.

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Breckenhill — Splatmaster from age 8, gas paintball from 16 — outdoor games near Ballyclare.

  • The game: Paintball — Splatmaster (low-impact) for kids and gas-powered for adults; part of a wider multi-activity centre.
  • Minimum age: 8+ for Splatmaster; 16+ for gas-powered paintball.
  • Kit: Overalls and face protection provided.
  • Groups: Minimum group size applies (around 8 for Splatmaster, up to 30 for adult games); open days during school holidays.
  • Booking: Essential — check availability with the venue.
  • Cost: Not published online — check current prices; ask whether paintballs are charged on top.
Plan your visit

Two paintball games, two age groups

The Splatmaster game suits younger players from age 8. The markers are low-velocity and a little less painful than standard paintball, and full face masks are provided. Groups run from 8 to 20 players in 90-minute sessions, with morning and afternoon slots (one session a day in winter). The gas-powered game is for ages 16 and over, using Tippmann FT-12 markers across an introductory target area and the main play zones, with tactical games like capture the flag. Adult sessions run 3 hours for up to 30 players. Both games are a good fit for birthday parties, youth groups, corporate days and stag or hen groups.

Outdoor paintball Splatmaster ages 8+ Gas paintball 16+ Kit provided Book ahead Groups of 8+
Good to know before you go:

Venues like this run open or walk-on days, themed scenario events, and stag, hen and birthday packages. Breckenhill hosts open days during school holidays. Outdoor games are weather-dependent, so check their own pages for current sessions, minimum ages and prices.

Before you set off

What to bring

  • 👕Old clothes you don’t mind markingPaint, dust and mud all come with the fun — nothing you love.
  • 👥A booked groupMost sites run on booked games rather than walk-ins, so get your numbers in early.
  • 💧WaterYou’ll run, duck and sprint more than you expect — bring a bottle each.
  • 🥾Comfy bootsAnkle support and a deep tread beat trainers on woodland ground.
Good to know

Everything before you go

Game type
Paintball — Splatmaster (low-impact) for kids and gas-powered for adults; part of a wider multi-activity centre
Minimum age
8+ for Splatmaster; 16+ for gas-powered paintball
Booking
Essential — check availability with the venue
Cost
Not published online — check current prices; ask whether paintballs are charged on top
Kit included
Overalls and face protection provided
Indoor / outdoor
Outdoor — weather-dependent; Green Barn shelter available
Group / walk-on
Minimum group size applies (around 8 for Splatmaster, up to 30 for adult games); open days during school holidays
Also on site
Archery, orienteering, low ropes, raft building, traversing wall, kayaks, bushcraft, team-building games; camping and catering available
Parking
Free on-site parking
Address
45 Breckenhill Road, Doagh, Ballyclare, County Antrim
Questions

Before you go

What age do you have to be?
8+ for Splatmaster; 16+ for gas-powered paintball
How much does it cost?
Not published online — check current prices; ask whether paintballs are charged on top
Is the kit included?
Overalls and face protection provided
Do I need to book?
Essential — check availability with the venue
Is it indoor or outdoor?
Outdoor — weather-dependent; Green Barn shelter available
Getting there

Breckenhill is at 45 Breckenhill Road, Doagh, Ballyclare, County Antrim. Free on-site parking. Tap below for directions.

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The story

About the venue

Breckenhill is an outdoor activity centre set in the Antrim countryside at Doagh, near Ballyclare, about 30 minutes from Belfast. Run by husband-and-wife team David and Henrietta Reade, it is Adventuremark accredited and recommended by Outdoor NI.

Alongside paintball, the site offers archery, orienteering, low ropes, raft building, a traversing wall, kayaks and bushcraft, and it doubles as a venue for corporate events, weddings, and stag and hen parties.