🌞 Cavehill Solstice Sunrise Hike

PLEASE ONLY BOOK IF YOU ARE COMMITTED TO ATTENDING.
This is an early Sunday morning event, and no-shows mean others miss out on the limited spaces available.

📅 When: Sunday, 21st June
🕞 Meet Time: 3:45 a.m.
🏁 Hike Start: 4:00 a.m. (timing is important as the sun won’t wait for us!)
📍 Meeting Point: Belfast Castle Car Park 2 (close to Castle)
💷 Cost: £3.50
⛰️ Hike Difficulty: Easy to moderate (approximately 1.5 hours round trip)
⚠️ Parking around Belfast Castle can be limited, especially during popular sunrise hikes. Please arrive early to allow time to park and be ready for the 4:00 a.m. start.

Join Out & Active NI for a special early morning adventure as we welcome the longest day of the year with a sunrise hike up Cavehill. There’s something magical about watching the city slowly wake up as the first light of the day spreads across Belfast.

We’ll meet before dawn and begin our climb while the city is still quiet. Cavehill is one of Belfast’s most iconic viewpoints, and reaching the summit just in time for sunrise makes the experience even more memorable.

The hike itself is relatively short and accessible, making it a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, start the day with some movement, and share a unique moment with a great group of people.

We expect to be back down around 5:30 a.m., just as the city begins to fully come to life. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy tea and coffee provided by Out & Active NI to warm up and round off the morning together.

Expect peaceful early-morning energy, incredible views, and the satisfaction of doing something a little different to celebrate the summer solstice.

🎒 What to Bring

🥾 Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots
🧥 Warm layers (it can be chilly before sunrise)
💧 Water
🔦 A small torch or headlamp is recommended

ℹ️ Disclaimer & Important Information

• No refunds are offered for Out & Active NI events.
• If you can no longer attend, you must let the Out & Active NI organisers know in advance. This helps avoid wasted spaces and allows others the chance to attend.
• You may resell or transfer your ticket, but you must inform us of the name of the person taking your place.
• This event maintains a strict zero drugs and alcohol policy. Anyone under the influence will be asked to leave immediately, and no refunds will be provided.
• Participants take part in outdoor activities at their own risk and should ensure they are comfortable with the terrain and early start time.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep events safe, respectful, and enjoyable for everyone.