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About this Event
Join us for this amazing multi-peak, loop hike in the Mourne Mountains.
This in-person event is perfect for anyone looking for a hike thats a little more challenging than your usual single peak hike or an excellent training hike for anyone completing the Mourne 7 Sevens or Mourne Wall.
On Sat July 20, 2024, we will gather at Dunnywafter Carpark, to begin our EPIC adventure taking us along the Mourne Wall to the Mournes 2 highest peaks Slieve Donard & Slieve Commedagh.
This loop wall will see us return via the famous smugglers 'Brandy Pad' before rejoining the Mourne Wall to return back to the cars.
You will enjoy the day in the company of like minded hikers, taking in the views together that each one of these mountains has to offer.. each one an idividual.
Start and finish: Dunnywater Car Park
Distance: 16km
Highest point: 854m
Total Ascent: 1050m
Approx Time: 6-7 hours
Level: Moderate/advanced
Terrain: rocky track, open mountain, river crossing, uneven terrain
Can I go on my own?
Of course, there are lots of people that join our events on their own, it won’t be long until you are making new mountain mates!
What you will need to wear:
Suitable footwear- this includes walking boots or waterproof hiking/mountain running trail shoes
Walking trousers or leggings (no jeans/cotton)
Insulating layers such as fleece or wool and a jacket
What you will need to bring with you:
Small backpack
Waterproof jacket and trousers
Hat and gloves
Spare insulating layers- It will extemely cold when sitting still on the summit.
Water and snacks
Are you ready for an adventure? You will get a guided hike with qualified and experienced mountain leaders who are outdoor first aid trained and will be carrying first aid and emergency equipment for your safety.
£39
Dog friendly (dogs on leads please)🐾
CANCELLATION POLICY:
IF WE CANCEL OR POSTPONE an event for any reason, you will have the option of:
1. Completing your activity on a rescheduled date
2. Receive a full refund.
IF YOU CANCEL:
If you notify us with over 14 days notice of the event start date credit will be given that you can use against other events. Within 14 days notice of an event there is no credit given and we do not offer exchanges/transfer of your ticket onto another event.
Please note: Due to the nature of the events we provide and the environments these take place in, hikes will not be cancelled simply because of bad weather. However they will be cancelled by us if bad weather deems the event dangerous. In this instance we will get in touch to notify you. Hikes are subject to minimum group numbers being reached. In the event that this does not happen, you will be notified and offered a full refund, or the opportunity to be transferred onto a different event.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Dunnywater carpark, Dunnywater carpark, Newry, United Kingdom
GBP 39.00