International airports International Airports Fishguard Stranraer– –Rosslare, Fleetwood–Larne, Services: Holyhead–DunLaoghaire, Holyhead–, www.stenaline.co.uk T: 0044(0)870570 Services: Troon –Dublin. –Larne, Cairnryan –Larne, www.poirishsea.com T: 0044(0)8702424777 P&O IrishSea Services: Liverpool–Dublin,Belfast. T: 00353(0)18192999 www.norfolkline-.co.uk T: 0044(0)87064321 Norfolkline IrishSeaFerries Cherbourg –Rosslare, Roscoff –Rosslare. Services: Holyhead–DublinCity, Pembroke –Rosslare, www.irishferries.com T: 0044(0)870517 Irish Ferries United KingdomandFrance: The followingferryoperatorsoffer ferryservicesdirect from the Services Bus Eireann: Translink: Bus andTrain Services Travel to/from TheUlsterCanal International andGeorgeBestBelfastCity), International 0044 (0) 8451130065 www.sustrans.org.uk benefit their healthand the environment. practical projects sopeople choosetotravelinways that Sustrans isaleading sustainabletransportcharity, workingon Sustrans Cycling Information www.sligoairport.com T: 00353(0)719168280 Sligo Airport www.cityofderryairport.com T: 0044(0)2871810784 Derry CityAirport www.dublinairport.com T: 00 353(0)18141111 Dublin Airport www.belfastcityairport.com T: 0044(0)289093 Belfast CityAirport www.belfastairport.com T: 0044(0)2894484848 Airport Belfast International City . www.translink.co.uk 0044(0)2890666630 www.buseireann.ie 00353(0)749121309 are availablein Belfast Dublin (Belfast and Derry Clones Stores home to the for refreshments, at Clones Stores Stop off Clones Lace Gallery something the town has been famous for tours of the town can also be many a generation. Walking arranged. to Glaslough Travelling the outskirts of Caledon Village and Estate while As you reach Abbey Estate and into Village & Tynan travelling past Tynan rural a large collection of picturesque Glaslough on view are dwellings and fine examples of industrial heritage. This of the Ulster Canal which last traded in includes the remains Northern of the Great Railway which 1929 and the remains ran along this route.. Additional Cycling Opportunities Kingfisher Cycle Trail is mapped and signposted through The Kingfisher route counties Cavan, Donegal, Fermanagh, Letrim and Monaghan. Clones is an entry point on the trail. Sliabh Beagh cycle routes cycle routes consist of 5 circular Sliabh Beagh cycle routes loop by a circular Create signed in an anticlockwise direction. Glaslough to Clones from cycling the Ulster Canal Cycle Trail and return to Glaslough following the southern section of three (see map). routes This project issupportedby: E: F: T: Áras Reddan,Temple Street, Sligo,CoSligo Failte -NorthWest T: Clones Road,Monaghan,CoMonaghan (Seasonal) Failte Ireland -MonaghanTourist InformationOffice E: F: T: 40 EnglishStreet, Armagh,CoArmaghBT614BA Armagh Tourist InformationCentre E: F: T: 190 BallygawleyRoad,Dungannon,CoTyrone BT701TF Killymaddy Tourist InformationCentre Tourist InformationContacts 00 353(0)719161201 00 353(0)4781122 00 44(0)2887767259 00 353(0)719160360 00 44(0)2887760908 www.discoverireland.ie/northwest [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 00 44(0)2837521800 00 44(0)2837528329 Registered charitynumber 326550 (All Year) (All Year) (All Year) The Argory (NT) Benburb Valley Park, Priory & Castle Benburb Valley The small village of Benburb has a long historical background of Benburb the grounds Explore and is rich in natural beauty. along the Servite Priory and Benburb Castle. Walk Valley, stop for a picnic or complete the Eco Trail. Blackwater River, Basket and Stephen FarnanVisit Greenwood Pottery to watch your own piece of at work and purchase local craft providers handcrafted work. Glaslough Glaslough, situated on the margin of the lake derives its name lake’. The village is full of character with largely ‘the green from unspoilt buildings and is home to the Leslie Estate. Visit the and also on offer all year round Hunting Lodge for refreshments horseriding and cookery classes for all levels. Alternativelyare in the Victoria spa. indulge yourself with a treatment Monaghan Town 19th century cathedral In Monaghan town visit the impressive and Square or The Old Cross building, St Louis Heritage Centre the The Market House which hold various arts events throughout insight into the history of The County Museum gives a great year. the county. Park Forest Rossmore which Park dates back to the early 1600’s, Forest Rossmore and replanted by the governmentwas acquired in the 1950’s four Choose from trees. of conifer and broadleaf with a mixture taking in the lake, woodland and way-marked walking routes wild flowers. In early summer the park boasts a colourful only permitted on Cyclists are and azalea display. rhododendron marked cycle path. Ulster Canal County ArmaghandClones,Monaghan. A 77kmlinearcycletrailbetweenMaghery,

Cycle Trail The The Ulster Canal Cycle Trail travels through a rich scenic tapestry travels through The Ulster Canal Cycle Trail of lowland lakes and rushing rivers. An array of tourist attractions parks, historic and include forest situated along the route are houses and galleries with plenty of opportunity to stop at and pubs to savour local specialities. traditional restaurants allows you to unwind in a Cycling the Ulster Canal Cycle Trail the crisp air and magnificent landscape embrace you. place where Attractions Along the Route Maghery The village of Maghery is home to Maghery Country Park, located of Lough Neagh. Enjoy the network of way- on the calm shores watching or fishing. Visit the the park, bird marked walks through magical Coney Island to observe the wonderful wildlife. Peatlands Park and facilitate Peatlands Park was one of the first parks to promote and issues in the British Isles. Spanning 266 peat land awareness of Special the park has been designated as an Area hectares on of Conservation. Explore and Special Area Scientific Interest railway the many and varied habitats, smell foot or on miniature badgers squirrels, grey the cut turf and view the insects, birds, Check signs Open daily. found in the open bog areas. and hares Admission to park. Small admission for park closing times. Free charge for railway. The Argory (NT) former home of the at The Argory, The historic house and gardens the visitor a step back in time by McGeough-Bond family offers viewing the horse carriages, harness acetylene gas plant room, which The house has wonderful views of the gardens and laundry. available on walking trails are open to the public. Waymarked are & room Tea open all year round. estate. Grounds the 320 acre to September. shop open March Photography credits: Cover: Fáilte Ireland Front Bicycles: Fáilte Ireland The Argory (NT): Blackwater Regional Partnership Argory Clock: Rick Cook Blackwater Regional Partnership The Famine Walls: Benburb Priory, Monaghan Cathedral: Monaghan County Council Explore the Ulster Canal Cycle Trail Explore CYCLE MAP