Cave Hill evening walk

Grade: Moderate - with steep parts but not too challenging.

The forecast for Wednesday evening shows a dry evening and good visibility. Hopefully we'll get some lovely views to enjoy along the way!

This is a moderate 4 mile, steep in places trek to the heights of McArt's Fort to see the city below, we should have a great view of the fireworks from there!

The walk ascends the old railway route of Mammys and Daddystown from Upper Cavehill Road entrance.

We'll walk the west side of the hill and along to McArt's Fort. The lights of the city and Belfast Lough will be below us. Stunning!

Price is £1 for members and £6 for non-members and guests,

DON'T GO TO BELFAST CASTLE. See Meetup location on the map or follow the directions below.

Don't be late for this one as because it's a night walk, everyone needs tagged and a safety brief.

Bring a torch. If you've a dog I suggest a glow in the dark collar or similar.

Wear warm, waterproof clothing. Good sturdy boots/shoes are essential. Walking pole are recommended. Do not turn up in trainers. I will refuse anyone with unsuitable footwear.

Please try and car share as much as possible to reduce the number of cars at this residential area entrance.

As usual, post up if you need a lift telling us where you're coming from.

Directions

By car: Go up the Antrim Road, (From Westlink it's the Clifton Street turnoff), take the second exit at the roundabout to continue up the Antrim Road. After about 2 miles turn left onto Cavehill Road. Go up this road until you get to a set of traffic lights (at the junction of Cavehill Road and North Circular Road). Drive straight over onto Upper Cavehill Road. Drive straight up to the end of this road and the entrance is on your right.

There is a Metro 61 Carr's Glen bus that goes from Queen Street to Cavehill Road near the rendevous point. Just ask the driver for directions to end of Upper Cavehill Road.

As usual 07583 042962 if you get lost.
Maria