Bann Montaighs Trails
These trails embrace the southern shore of Lough Neagh.
County
Armagh
Nearest Town
Portadown
Route Type
Woodland
AONB
Other Area
Grid Ref (Start)
J010600
Distance
13 miles
OS Map
sheet 20
Route Shape
Circular
On/Off Road
On Public road
Grid Ref (End)
J010600
terrain
While most of the trail is laid in bitumen, some sections are uneven and cyclists should proceed with caution.
route description
The following description is for the longest of the 3 cycles trails and encompasses the other 2. Follow NCN 94 out of Portadown on the eastern side of the Bann (Charlestown Road). Just before reaching the Derrytrasna crossroads, turn left onto the Derryloiste Road. Follow this for 1.2km and at the T junction turn right onto Esky Road. At the next junction turn left onto the Bannfoot Road. While on this road, you can either continue straight on to Charlestown and visit the site of the disused River Bann ferry crossing, or turn right onto the Derrycrow Road. Staying on the Derrycrow Road for 4.5km, at the T junction turn left and this brings you back onto the Bannfoot Road. Stay on this for 800m, then turn left onto Derrytrasna Lane which turns into Ardmore Road. Immediately after Ardmore Church, turn right and right again onto Church Road. Continue on this road until you reach the junction with Pier Rampart. Turn left until you reach the junction at the Derrytrasna Road. Turn right and after 500m, turn left onto Bailiffs Lane. Cycle to the end of this lane to rejoin the Charlestown Road and NCN 94 to bring you back into Portadown.
getting to the start
Follow NCN 94 out of Portadown on the eastern side of the Bann (Charlestown Road).
traffic
Cyclists will encounter a range of vehicles and traffic flows.
facilities
Refreshments are available in Derrytrasna.
information for People with a Disability
There are limited facilities available on this route as it is very rural.
available publications
Walking and cycling in Craigavon
Wetlands Way
Oxford Island TIC
Recreation Development Officer - 02838322205
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