Central Sperrins Way

The Sperrins is one of the largest uplands in Ireland, its rounded hills with open heatherclad slopes lending a sense of space and solitude. This 25-mile route begins and ends at Barnes Gap, near the village of Plumbridge, within the Sperrins Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Gentle hills are threaded by small country roads and tracks, ideal for walkers to experience a landscape rich in flora and fauna. Highlights include stunning views and rare blanket bog, plus the chance to meet locals in the quiet villages and hill farms.

LOCATION: Sperrin Mountains, Co Tyrone

START POINT: Barnes near Plumbridge village

FINISH POINT: Barnes

TERRAIN: Varied, including country lanes and 'green roads', farm and field tracks, open moorland with no formal path so it can be wet and boggy underfoot. Stiles present.

DISTANCE: 40km/25miles

TIME: 2 days

HIGHEST POINT: 366m

MAPS: Ordnance Survey Discoverer Series (1:50,000) Sheet 13

CONTACT: Tourist Information
Strabane (seasonal) +44 (028) 7188 3735
Omagh +44 (028) 8224 7831

GUIDE: The Central Sperrins Way 'An illustrated guide to walking The Central Sperrins Way'. Available at tourist information centres.

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