Est. 2014 #teamSGR 5th Anniversary
Slieve Gullion Runners
SLIEVE GULLION FOREST PARK
HOW TO GET THERE
THE POSTCODE FOR YOUR SAT NAV’S IS: BT35 8SW
From either Belfast or Dublin directions; Exit through the Forkhill Exit, B113. This sign also directs visitors to Newry, W’point and the Mourne Coastal Route. From the slip road you will pick up the first sign for Slieve Gullion Forest Park (4th exit from north, 1st exit from south). On the exit road you will pick up signs for Forkhill B113 and Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
After 1.5km you will pass a petrol station on the right and another on your left. A further 2.5km will take you into the village of Meigh, after exiting Meigh watch out for the Slieve Gullion Forest Park signs – from Meigh it is only 1.5km. Continue on until you see the entrance for Slieve Gullion Forest Park, avoid the temptation of going down the Wood Road or the Baillintemple Road .
If you are coming from Jonesborough, turn right when you reach the Three Steps Bar and Lounge on the corner of the B113, follow the signs for Newry. From here its 2.5km to the Forest Park gates, watch out for the approach signs.
Slieve Gullion Forest Park 89 Drumintee Rd, Meigh, Newry BT35 8SW
Slieve Gullion Forest Park offers the unmissable opportunity to experience tranquil woodland trails, stunning views across the Ring of Gullion, Mourne Mountains, Cooley Peninsula and Armagh Drumlins and top class facilities for walkers and families. Play in the Adventure Playpark; explore the Giant’s Lair in the wonderful Hawthorn Hill Forest Nature Reserve and woodland trails, or take a turn in the ornamental walled garden, where you will find picnic benches, an outdoor performance stage, an al fresco coffee bar (open in the summer) and a wildlife pond with covered seating areas.
Head off on Slieve Gullion Scenic Drive, through 10km of woodland and mountain heath which turns a glorious purple in the summer, taking in amazing sights along the way. A way-marked trail leads from the scenic drive to the ancient passage tomb on the south summit of Slieve Gullion, continuing on to Cailleach Beara’s Lough and Bronze Age tomb and down the north side of the mountain. There is a full events programme throughout the year too.
