It
is important that you choose the walk most suited
to your level of fitness and experience. All lowland
routes have been pre-marked so that participants
can walk at their own pace. Control points will
be positioned at intervals along the route with
limited refreshments available only on the lowland
routes.
Please bring your
own refreshments for the Mountain Ramble and
Hike.
DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON ANY OF THE
ROUTES
Leaders Experienced leaders will be available for
each Mountain Ramble and Hike and will be pointed
out at the outset of each walk. All participants
must strictly follow the directions given by
the walk leader.
Follow
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.
Protective Clothing Walkers on the
Mountain Hike and Ramble should carry day sacks
containing:
Waterproofs
Spare clothing
Whistle
Food and
drink
It
is strongly recommended that walking boots are
worn for all walks and no jeans.
Accommodation
If you are travelling independently there is a
wide range of accommodation including camping
and caravan sites, guest houses, self-catering
cottages, hostels and hotels. For further information
contact Warrenpoint TIC on 028 417 52256 or Newcastle
TIC on 028 437 22222. Alternatively you can visit
www.visitnewryandmourne.com
or www.downdc.gov.uk
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.
FOR SAFETY REASONS PLEASE ENSURE THAT
YOU CHECK IN AT THE END OF EACH WALK
It
is important that you choose the walk most suited
to your level of fitness and experience. All lowland
routes have been pre-marked so that participants
can walk at their own pace. Control points will
be positioned at intervals along the route with
limited refreshments available only on the lowland
routes.
Follow
the Country Code
