About
Connected by a narrow goose-neck of the River Bann to the larger Lough Neagh, Lough Beg is home to historic Church Island, nestled in the natural migratory habitat of a diversity of waterfowl. As well as the surviving remnants of a Christian church, the location has earlier evidence of a healing well nearby.
This moderate lakeside walk on minor road and trail, takes in Longpoint Wood Nature Reserve and pays homage to the natural flora and fauna along the lough-shore as well as the poetry of Seamus Heaney. It also explores the legacy of the infamous Bishop Hervey (1730-1803) who built Ballyscullion House on the nearby shores of Lough beg and is a must for people interested in preserving the natural land and water-scape with its many gifts.
Starting point - Seamus Heaney HomePlace - 10am
Items to bring:
School size back pack
Water
Packed lunch
Waterproof top and bottoms
Hiking boots (for challenging and moderate walks)
Wear- sports type outdoor clothing
Sun-Cream, sun hat/woolly hat dependent on forecast
Optional
Hiking poles
Gaiters
*Walkers will be transported by coach from registration point to beginning of walk
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Ticket | £10.00 per ticket |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Events
Saturday, 28th September 2024 - Saturday, 28th September 2024
Sperrins Walking Weekend - Neo- Lithic- IsmThis Moderate A-B Walk takes on the world view of the late Stone Age or Neolithic people who arrived predominantly into Ireland via the north of the island approximately 5-10,000 years ago.- more info
Saturday, 28th September 2024 - Saturday, 28th September 2024
Sperrins Walking Weekend - Wonders of the BogMoneyneaney (Moin na nIonadh literally ‘Bog of Wonder’ in Irish) is a place ‘in the middle’, which many visitors to the Sperrins pass through on the road east or west.- more info
