Mourneside - Sion Mills

Start : follow the main A5 road from Strabane to Omagh. Once in Sion Mills turn left on to Willows Road. Continue 400 m until the Mill then turn right for dedicated parking.

(S/E) From car park head south to where the footpath begins. Follow path along the outer perimeter of Herdman’s Mill until you reach the large map sign. From here, turn right and follow path until panoramic views of a 19th century weir are in sight.

(1) At the weir turn left and follow the path north which leads to the swinging bridge.

(2) Continue to follow the path then turn right; it will eventually lead back to the start of the route (S/E).

Start : follow the main A5 road from Strabane to Omagh. Once in Sion Mills turn left on to Willows Road. Continue 400 m until the Mill then turn right for dedicated parking.

Terrain : footpath and gravel path

Public Transport : Translink

Facilities : cafes, toilet facilities and shops available in Sion Mills. Picnic area near River Mourne.

Find more information and walk ideas at Walk NI here.

Sion Mills is a village to the south of Strabane in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, on the River Mourne. In the 2001 Census it had a population of 2,050 people. It is a tree-lined industrial village and designated conservation area, particularly rich in architectural heritage.

The village of Sion Mills was established by the Herdman family in 1835. The family operated a linen production mill in the village.