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Tollymore

Parnell's Bridge – Tollymore Forest Park loop from Newcastle

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Tollymore

Parnell's Bridge – Tollymore Forest Park loop from Newcastle

Moderate

5.0

(1)

11

hikers

Parnell's Bridge – Tollymore Forest Park loop from Newcastle

03:51

14.1km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Mourne AONB

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.46 km

Foley's Bridge

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Wikipedia (Tollymore Forest Park, 2026-08-15):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tollymore_Forest_Park
“... The Ivy Bridge was built in 1780 and Foley's Bridge in 1787. …”

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2

4.78 km

The Hermitage and Swimming Spot

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Wikipedia (Tollymore Forest Park, 2026-08-14):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tollymore_Forest_Park
“... The Hermitage is a small stone shelter designed by James Hamilton (2nd Earl of Clanbrassil) in the 1770s in memory to his friend …

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3

5.22 km

Here it is a joy to cross the Schimna River, a wonderful change.

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6.00 km

Wooden Shelter with Bench

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Small house with a bench

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5

6.40 km

The stepping stones are currently fenced off. Please use the nearby bridges to cross the Shimna River.

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8.28 km

Parnell's Bridge

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Wikipedia (Tollymore Forest Park, 2026-08-14):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tollymore_Forest_Park
“... Parnell Bridge, named in recognition of Sir John Parnell who visited Tollymore in the late 18th century, was constructed in 1842. It was the last stone bridge to be built in Tollymore. …”

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7

10.4 km

Tollymore Forest Park

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A fantastic park. Very many hiking trails. A campsite is also available. In the park you drive through a stone gate. The gate closes at 20 o'clock and opens at 8 o'clock.

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10.5 km

Ancient Tree in Mourne AONB

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I found this tree simply fascinating

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14.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.70 km

3.30 km

2.55 km

2.15 km

314 m

Surfaces

4.69 km

3.79 km

3.45 km

1.65 km

429 m

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Sunday 16 August

18°C

13°C

87 %

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