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This route is through parkland in Lagan Valley Regional Park. It runs alongside the River Lagan and returns via the Lagan Towpath. It has been designed for use by disabled users. A section of the National Cycle Network Route 9 also runs through the park.Start Point:
J325691
Finish Point:
J325691
Route:
Cross the old Shaw’s Bridge and descend the ramps on your left. Turn right at the bottom pass under the modern A55 road bridge and follow the towpath, firstly alongside the river and then by the disused canal. The canal can be crossed using the humpback bridge or the flat wooden bridge. Both lead to the front of the lock-keeper’s cottage. The Lock Keepers Inn has been open at this location since 2007 and provides lunches, teas, coffees etc. Turn left following the path to Newforge Lane via...Read More
About
This route is through parkland in Lagan Valley Regional Park. It runs alongside the River Lagan and returns via the Lagan Towpath. It has been designed for use by disabled users. A section of the National Cycle Network Route 9 also runs through the park.Start Point:
J325691
Finish Point:
J325691
Route:
Cross the old Shaw’s Bridge and descend the ramps on your left. Turn right at the bottom pass under the modern A55 road bridge and follow the towpath, firstly alongside the river and then by the disused canal. The canal can be crossed using the humpback bridge or the flat wooden bridge. Both lead to the front of the lock-keeper’s cottage. The Lock Keepers Inn has been open at this location since 2007 and provides lunches, teas, coffees etc. Turn left following the path to Newforge Lane via the wooden bridge over the River Lagan. This path is also part of the National Cycle Network route and is shared with bicycles. There may be traffic on Newforge Lane. Follow the footpath for a short distance to reach Clement Wilson Park. The raised surfaced path is known locally as the Burma Road. This was a mill race which was filled in with rubble from bomb damaged buildings after WW2. It leads back to the car park, passing under the new road bridge beside Shaw’s Bridge.
Distance:
1.2 miles
Terrain:
Surfaced tarmac paths
Point of interest:
Lockkeepers Cottage, Shaws Bridge, Lagan Canal
Facilities:
Malone House: Cafe, Toilets and Information - opening hours apply Lock Keepers Inn: Closed Mondays. Open Tuesday-Friday 8.30 am-5.00 pm, Saturday-Sunday 8.00 am-6.00 pm.
Publication:
A Walk in the Park
Publication availability:
Belfast City Council, Parks Department, 02890320202 Ext. 3199
Nearest town:
Shaws Bridge, Belfast
OS map:
Sheet 15 + Belfast Street Finder
Accessible toilet facilities:
Yes
Accessible terrain:
Surfaced tarmac paths Read Less
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
