LOVE NORTHERN IRELAND!

The district of Newry and Mourne is an area of outstanding natural beauty. The scenery is stunning and there are many mountain walks and forest parks for you to enjoy. There are over 350 ancient monuments in Mourne dating from different periods in history. Legananny Dolmen (top left) is a great example giving the visitor an opportunity to appreciate the panorama that is the Mournes.

The Mourne Wall

This wall took over 18 years to complete. Built between 1904 and 1922, made of granite, it stands up to 8ft high and 3ft wide. It is 22 miles in length and connects the summits of no less than 15 mountains including Slieve Donard. The wall is still intact and is used as a marker for walkers. The best and longest being the Mourne way.
This route is almost entirely off road, traversing the foothill of the Mourne Mountains from Newcastle on the Irish Sea to Rostrevor on Carlingford Lough. The Mourne Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a unique, largely granite landscape with stunning views of coast, sea and countryside

Newcastle beach, (Blue Flag).

This 5 mile stretch of golden sands is still the essence of Newcastle and is hugely popular for swimming, sunbathing and other forms of recreation.Spending a little time here is a must with the mountains sweeping down to the sea. and the new multi million pound streetscape and promenade. Combine this with continued growth in shopping facilities, nightlife and leisure amenities, newcastle has something on offer for all tastes. The picture to the right shows the beach, the mountains and the world renowned Royal County Down Golf course.

Heading south out of Newcastle you will pass through picturesque villages such as Kilkeel, Rostrevor and Warrenpoint. There is a lot to esplore and the run along the coast to the city of Newry gives plenty to enjoy before heading south.