Clement Wilson Park

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