Down District Council
Newry & Mourne

Safety Information
 
Mountain RambleFollow the Country Code
Enjoy the countryside and respect its life and work. Guard against all risk of fire. Fasten all gates. Keep to public paths across farmland. Use gates and stiles to cross fences, hedges and walls. Leave livestock, crops and machinery alone. Take your litter home. Help to keep all water clean. Protect wildlife, plants and trees. Take special care on country roads. Make no unnecessary noise.

Equipment and Clothing
Mountain Routes
Walkers on the Mountain routes must carry/wear the following:

  • -rucksack
  • -walking boots are recommended for all high level mountain walks. Sandels and trainers are not suitable for these routes.
  • -waterproof coat and leggings
  • -spare clothing
  • -hat and gloves
  • -a torch
  • -whistle
  • -a packed lunch and extra food in case of emergency
  • -at least one litre of water
  • -basic first aid kit

It is strongly recommended that walking boots are worn for all walks. Jeans should not be worn as when they get wet they get heavy and cold.

Lowland Routes
On the lowland routes walkers should carry the following-

  • -day sack
  • -packed lunch and water
  • -waterproof coat and leggings
  • -walking boots/and or trainers-though if wearing trainers please bear in mind that parts of the route may be muddy and wet underfoot depending on the weather conditions

FOR SAFETY REASONS PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU CHECK IN WITH REGISTRATION STAFF AT THE END OF YOUR WALK.

We take your safety very seriously-if you do not check in at the end of your walk we may think you are missing or injured.


Special Note
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult on all walks. Those taking part in any of the walks do so at their own risk. You are responsible for your own safety at all times. The Organisers or walk leaders reserve the right to cancel or alter any route or aspect of the festival.

 
Bluelough Mountain & Water Sports Centre
ITS New Media
Cotsworld
Southern Area Hospice
The Whistledown Hotel
Columbia Sportsware Company
Mountain Warehouse
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