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Male and female couple walking through the hills at Gortin Glen Forest Park in County Tyrone. Miles of green fields and the Sperrin Mountains can be seen in the background.

Weekend wanders in the Sperrins

Sometimes all you need is the air that you breathe and a bit of room. With over forty miles of wide-open spaces and unspoilt natural beauty, the Sperrins are the ideal place for slowing down, getting away from it all and sucking in the fresh air.

  • Male and female couple walking through the hills at Gortin Glen Forest Park in County Tyrone. Miles of green fields and the Sperrin Mountains can be seen in the background.
    Categories: Walking & Hiking

    Weekend wanders in the Sperrins

    Sometimes all you need is the air that you breathe and a bit of room. With over forty miles of wide-open spaces and unspoilt natural beauty, the Sperrins are the ideal place for slowing down, getting away from it all and sucking in the fresh air.

  • Cave Hill mountain, overlooking Cave Hill Country Park and Belfast city with views across North Belfast towards Belfast Lough and the city centre.
    Categories: Walking & Hiking

    Belfast Walks & Trails

    Belfast is a wonderful city for walkers. There’s always something new to discover and its compact size makes it an easy and inviting spot to explore on foot. Go just a little further afield though and you’ll find yourself in the tranquil Belfast Hills. Only minutes from the city, there are fantastic views of Belfast’s famous landmarks and some amazing walks and trails to investigate.

  • Mother, father and 2 daughters sitting on the coast of Rathlin Island enjoying views across the North Atlantic Ocean towards mainland County Antrim and the Causeway Coast.
    Categories: Walking & Hiking

    Causeway Coast & Glens

    Renowned for its stunningly beautiful driving route, the Causeway Coastal Route is also home to some of Northern Ireland’s finest walks.

  • View from atop Slieve Binnian in the Mourne Mountains, County Down. A large rock formation in the foreground with green fields as far as the eye can see in the background.
    Categories: Walking & Hiking

    Mourne Mountains

    You could search high and low for a better spot in which to discover the joys of walking in Northern Ireland. Though you’re not likely to find one more inviting than the dramatic Mourne Mountains. With a winning combination of challenging peaks and gentle foothill strolls, this is a paradise for walkers of all levels. It’s a tempting area for foodies too with some fantastic restaurants along the way.  

  • A waterfall across the entrance to Pollnagollum Cave at Belmore Forest in the Cuilcagh Lakelands UNESCO Global Geopark, County Fermanagh
    Categories: Walking & Hiking

    Get back to nature

    Discover secret waterfalls and magical forests in a place where your kids’ imaginations can run wild, you can take a mindful few minutes or walk in the footsteps of your favourite Game of Thrones® hero or villain. There are loads of reasons to explore Northern Ireland’s rugged landscape and forest walks. Here are some that are truly a sight for sore eyes!

  • Image of a couple enjoying the view of Gortin Lakes.
    Categories: Walking & Hiking

    Walking challenges - 7 walking wonders

    If you’re ready to conquer higher peaks, looking for your next big hiking challenge or have a bucket list that you’re itching to tick off, then look no further than the spectacular mountain ranges of Northern Ireland. 

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