Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall – Newcastle Harbour loop from Newcastle

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Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall – Newcastle Harbour loop from Newcastle

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Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall – Newcastle Harbour loop from Newcastle

01:09

12.7km

300m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Mourne AONB

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.97 km

View of Newcastle and Dundrum Bay

Highlight • Forest

Amazing views of Newcastle.

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5.85 km

View of Bangor and Belfast Lough from Quarry Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

5.94 km

View of the Quarry

Highlight • Structure

5.98 km

Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Thomas's quarry and the waterfall are great but don't miss the great views you get higher up with the Drinneevar quarry loop walk which connects with the granite trail hike.

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9.82 km

South Prom Brew Bar

Highlight • Cafe

Beautiful cafe with great views out across the bay and a nice chilled atmosphere.
Well worth a visit.

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9.98 km

Newcastle Harbour

Highlight • Structure

If you fancy a dip after all those hills, this is a very safe spot for swimming. The slipway at the side of the harbour wall is the preferred entry …

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12.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.94 km

4.90 km

990 m

698 m

182 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.48 km

4.00 km

1.01 km

659 m

297 m

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

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Thursday 5 November

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29 %

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Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall – Newcastle Harbour loop from Newcastle

View of Newcastle and Dundrum Bay

View of Bangor and Belfast Lough from Quarry Viewpoint

View of the Quarry

Thomas's Quarry and Waterfall

South Prom Brew Bar

Newcastle Harbour

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