Ring of Guillion Way

This circular route follows off-road trails, quiet country lanes and forest tracks from Newry around the volcanic landscape of the Ring of Gullion AONB. Along its route, ancient monuments and quiet villages can be discovered. The final section leads through the grounds of Derrymore House (owned and managed by the National Trust) near Bessbrook before reaching Newry.

Technical sheet No. 31293206

A Newry and Mourne walk posted on 03/03/23 by Walk NI. Last update : 04/05/23
Author's time Author's time : 5 days
Distance Distance : 61.54 km
Vertical gain Vertical gain : 1,353 m
Vertical drop Vertical drop : 1,281 m
Highest point Highest point : 375 m
Lowest point Lowest point : 5 m
Difficult Difficulty : Difficult
Back to starting point Back to starting point : No
Walking Walking
Location Location : Newry and Mourne
Starting point Starting point : N 54.117156° / W 6.30908°
Ending point Ending point : N 54.188677° / W 6.362407°
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Step by step walk

This walk needs several days, please find the details below.

Newry to Flagstaff - Ring of Gullion Way

This is the 1rst section of the Ring of Gullion Way. It takes you from Newry to Flagstaff.
The Slieve Gullion ring dyke has long been celebrated by geologists, and this two-day walking route allows you to explore the area’s unique natural history by foot. The route begins by heading out of Newry and traversing the slopes of Fathom Mountain, the first hill encountered on the ring dyke. It follows a mixture of footpaths and country lanes as it makes its way around the ring, passing numerous historical sites along the way.

Flagstaff to Marble Bridge - Ring of Gullion Way

This is the 2nd section of the Ring of Gullion Way. It takes you from Flagstaff to Marble Bridge. You now climb the slopes of Black Mountain, the second highest peak of the ring dyke.
The Slieve Gullion ring dyke has long been celebrated by geologists, and this two-day walking route allows you to explore the area’s unique natural history by foot. The route follows a mixture of footpaths and country lanes as it makes its way around the ring, passing numerous historical sites along the way.

Marble Bridge to Forkill - Ring of Gullion Way

This is the 3rd section of the Ring of Gullion Way. It takes you from Marble Bridge to Forkill. A mixture of country roads and footpaths carry you to the village of Forkhill.
The Slieve Gullion ring dyke has long been celebrated by geologists, and this two-day walking route allows you to explore the area’s unique natural history by foot. The route follows a mixture of footpaths and country lanes as it makes its way around the ring, passing numerous historical sites along the way.

Forkill to Slieve Gullion Courtyard Centre - Ring of Gullion Way

This is the 4th section of the Ring of Gullion Way. It takes you from Forkill to Slieve Gullion Courtyard Centre. A steep climb now takes you up the side of the highest mountain in County Armagh.
The Slieve Gullion ring dyke has long been celebrated by geologists, and this two-day walking route allows you to explore the area’s unique natural history by foot. The route follows a mixture of footpaths and country lanes as it makes its way around the ring, passing numerous historical sites along the way.

Slieve Gullion Courtyard Centre to Newry - Ring of Gullion Way

This is the 5th and final section of the Ring of Gullion Way. It takes you from Slieve Gullion Courtyard Centre to Newry. Country lanes carry you on towards Camlough Mountain.
The Slieve Gullion ring dyke has long been celebrated by geologists, and this two-day walking route allows you to explore the area’s unique natural history by foot. The route follows a mixture of footpaths and country lanes as it makes its way around the ring, passing numerous historical sites along the way.

Useful Information

Start : Start in The Quays Shopping Centre overflow car park in Newry. 26 Bridge St, Newry (BT35 8QS)

Arrival : Newry train station, Camlough Rd, null (BT35 6JS)

Parking : At the Quays shopping center, 26 Bridge St, Newry (BT35 8QS). Or even so at the train station Camlough Rd, null (BT35 6JS)

Terrain : Tarmac, off road tracks, forests

Public Transport : Translink

Facilities : Refreshments, shops, car parks and toilets at the start in Newry and in Jonesborough, Forkill, Slieve Gullion Forest Park and Camlough.

Dog Policy : Dogs must be kept under close control

Note : If you wish, you can do several parts of this trek at once. Pay attention to the information given in each part like the duration and the elevation to avoid unpleasant surprises.

Find more information and walk ideas at Walk NI here.

Visorando and this author cannot be held responsible in the case of accidents or problems occuring on this walk.

During the walk or to do/see around

Archaeological monuments, mountain views, scenic countryside

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