On the right trek

Enjoy picturesque autumnal walks in Northern Ireland...

COUNTY ARMAGH

WALK THIS WAY The Argory

Take a stroll around the 320-acre wooded estate and enjoy the wonderful views over the gardens. Also, at The Argory – National Trust are the woodland and riverside trails to stretch your legs and get some outdoor exercise as you enjoy the scenery along the majestic River Blackwater. The house and facilities are closed at the moment but that shouldn’t stop you from popping by for a visit with the family to enjoy the beautiful autumnal nature surrounding it.

Enjoy a mountain walk exploring the Slieve Gullion Special Area of Conservation and the Ring of Gullion Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty using mountain paths, forest trails and country roads. The AONB is an area of national landscape importance and is centred on the heather-covered hills of a circular ring dyke volcano that erupted more than 50 million years ago. The Ring of Gullion is the world’s most famous ring dyke, having featured in geological debate and theory over the past 160 years.

THERE’S nothing l i ke wrapping up warm on a cool, crisp autumn day to enjoy a long walk in Northern Ireland’s great outdoors.

We’re all staying closer to home now but there’s still lots to discover on your doorstep, meaning you don’t need an epic trek to have epic fun.

P lu s , D i s c o v e r Nor th er n Ireland would l ove to see y o u r a dv e n tu re s . Us e the hashtag #Mygiantadventure to share your autumnal images online from your local area and show your support.

Our health and wellbeing are of paramount importance in these challenging times so enjoy the benefits of connecting with nature during an invigorating walk this season.

Discover Northern Ireland has compiled the following list to entice you into putting on your walking boots.