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Ulster Canal Cycle Trail

The Ulster Canal Cycle Trail travels through a rich scenic tapestry of lowland lakes and rushing rivers. An array of tourist attractions are situated along the route and include forest parks, historic houses and gallaries with plenty of opportunities to stop at traditional restaurants and pubs to savour local specialities.

County

Armagh, Tyrone

Distance

48 miles

Nearest Town

Maghery

OS Map

19 & 28

Route Type

Parkland and Grassland

Route Shape

Linear

AONB

Other Area

Grid Ref (Start)

H923636

Public Roads

On Public Road

Grid Ref (End)

H498259

Terrain

Gentle Gradients

Point of Interest

With much to see along the route, take time to stop in the local villages and town as well as Peatlands Park, The Argory, Rossmore Forest Park and Clones Stores

Route Description

This route has been sign-posted following the national cycle networks blue signs, with finals on top of poles to indicate Ulster Canal Cycle Trail.
Going from Maghery to Benburb follow the Route 11 signs.
From Benburb to Tynan follow the Route 95 signs.
Going from Tynan to Clones follow the route 91 signs.

If leaving from Clones the same route numbers will be used.

Getting to the Start

Bus Service available:-
Translink - www.translink.co.uk - 0044 (0) 28 9066 6630
Bus Eireann - www.buseireann.ie - 00353 (0) 749121309

If travelling my car, parking facilities are available both at Maghery County Park or if you decide to start from Clones parking facilities are available at Clones Stores.

Traffic

Majority of road cycling will be on small country route, with a small element on forest track

Facilities

Along the route there are a number of traditional restaurants cafes, pubs to savour local specialities. Also in the majority of villages and town you pass through public toilet facilities are available.