Come join us for a series of morning and evening walks during July and August at Coillte's Carrickgollogan Wood.
Dates : July 9th at 6PM, July 30th at 11AM, August 13th at 6PM, August 27th at 11AM. Please don't book unless you are certain you can attend.
A gently paced walk following the Lead Mines Way at Coillte’s Carrickgollogan Wood led by the Dublin Mountains Partnership Volunteer Rangers. The route will also take in the summit of Carrickgollogan from where, on a clear day, there is a 360o view. Along the way the DMP Volunteer Rangers will share their knowledge of the heritage and geological features of the site, which have been wonderfully captured in a dlr arts Nature and Place Commission Skywalkers by Méadhbh O’Connor. The Volunteer Rangers will also talk about Coillte’s Dublin Mountains Makeover project.
Please note the route is on gravel trails.
Length: 2.5 km approx.
Duration: Walk 1.5 to 1.75 hours approx.
Degree of difficulty: Moderate.
Bring: Sturdy footwear, rain jacket, sun hat, warm clothes, drink and snack.
Meeting point: Carrickgollogan Wood carpark.
Public Transport: There is no direct public transport to Carrickgollogan.
Parking: Please carpool, there is limited parking at Carrickgollogan carpark.
Note – no dogs allowed on this walk.
Please inform us privately of any health issues on the day and ensure you bring any necessary medication with you.
In the event of an orange or red weather warning, this event will be cancelled. Other weather warnings will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
| Date | Wednesday July 9th at 6pm Wednesday July 30th at 11am Wednesday August 13th at 6pm Wednesday August 27th at 11am | |
| Time | 11am or 6pm depending on date | |
| Duration | Up to 2 hours | |
| Maximum Capacity | 25 | |
| Meeting Point | Carrickgollogan Wood Car Park | |
| Venue | Carrickgollogan Wood Car Park | |
| Public Transport | There is no direct public transport to Carrickgollogan |