Sliabh Beagh Way
The Sliabh Beagh Way passes through some of the most remote parts of the Ulster countryside as it follows a meandering 40-mile course across the backbone of the Sliabh Beagh hills. Along the way it offers walkers plenty of historical richness, potential wildlife sightings and far-reaching views from the higher ground.
| County | Distance | OS Map | Terrain |
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| Tyrone | 40 miles (65 km) | Sheets 18, 19 & 27 | Minor Roads, Track and Moorland. |
| Start Town / Village | Finish Town / Village | Grid References | Points of Interest |
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| Aughnacloy | Lisnaskea | Starts at H666520
Ends at H363339 | Aughnacloy, St Patrick’s Chair & Well, Knockatallon, Carnmore Viewpoint, Lisnaskea |
Accommodation and Useful Facilities
There is a wide range of shops in both Aughnacloy and Lisnaskea.
However this is a long route with no refreshment stops along the way – walkers should carry provisions accordingly.
There is one guesthouse in Aughnacloy at the start and a range of accomodation including a campsite at the section finish in Lisnaskea.
There is also no accommodation along this section of the route so walkers should arrange collection for accommodation off-route in Fivemiletown or Clogher.
Click on an item in the table below for more details and information.
Town, Villages, and Points of Interest
| Type | Name | About |
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| Point of Interest | Carnmore View Point / Carn Rock | Carn Rock is the legendary burial place of Bith from ... |
Carn Rock is the legendary burial place of Bith from whom Sliabh Beagh takes its name. Unfortunately, the cairn no longer remains intact due to quarrying in the last centuary.
The hills in the area are mostly sandstone and were formed over 350 million years ago when sand depoisted in this area by a river delta was compacted and hardened into rock.
The view from the summit is breath taking and extends south over the drumlin countryside of County Monaghan. To the east, the outline of Slieve Gullion can be seen and on a clear day Slieve Rushen and the high ground of Cuilcagh are visibile to the west. |
| Point of Interest | Knockatallon | Nestled in the foothills of the Sliabh Beagh ... |
Nestled in the foothills of the Sliabh Beagh Mountains Knockatallon is ideal to discover the unspoilt beauty of Sliabh Beagh’s blanket bog, numerous lakes. Enjoy the challenge of walking to Sliabh Beagh’s highest point, close to the Three County Hollow, where Tyrone, Fermanagh and Monaghan meet or opt for a short family ramble of 4km. |
| Point of Interest | St Patrick's Chair and Well | Surrounded by magnificent woodland this stunning ... |
Surrounded by magnificent woodland this stunning attraction gained its name from St Patrick who reputedly passed this way on his way through Clogher.
Tradition has it that he said mass at the rock while sitting on the chair and blessed the well, thereby bestowing powerful healing cures on its water.
The association between trees and well is celebrated in many ways such as attaching pieces of material to a 'rag tree' beside the well in a prayer for healing.
These trees are not the same as those in the surrounding forest but are the smaller native species that have stood here long before the modern planting began. |
| Town / Village | Aughnacloy | Aughnacloy (from the Irish: Achadh na Cloiche meaning ... |
Aughnacloy (from the Irish: Achadh na Cloiche meaning "Field of the stone") is a hamlet in County Tyrone.
Aughnacloy stands on the national border with County Monaghan. The exceptionally wide main street makes it an ideal location for an open market held every first and third Wednesday of the month.
Buildings of interest are the handsome parish church built in 1763, the gabled almshouses and the Roman Catholic Church of St Mary with its unusual tall tower topped by a cupola.
Aughnacloy offers excellent fishing and for those interested in old railways - the station house, which was once the headquarters of the former Clogher Valley Railway, is still standing |
| Town / Village | Lisnaskea | Lisnaskea is County Fermanagh's second town, The town ... |
Lisnaskea is County Fermanagh's second town, The town is built around the long main street, which bends at almost 90 degrees along its course.
The town has a strong heritage in the production of sandstone and limestone, which can be witnessed in much of building in the area. However, it is largely an agricultural area. Just off the Main Street can be found the ruins of Castle Balfour, built in 1618 by the Balfour’s. The castle was inhabited right up to the early 19th Century and is currently undergoing a restoration programme.
Lisnaskea has a host of shops, pubs and cafes. |
Accommodation and Facilities
| Place | Type | Name | Rating |
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| Aughnacloy | Campsite | Blackwater House | N/A |
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| Aughnacloy | Guesthouse | Blackwater House | N/A |
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| Aughnacloy | Guesthouse | Glenvar Guesthouse | N/A |
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| Aughnacloy | Guesthouse | Glenvar Guesthouse | N/A |
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| Clogher | Campsite | Clogher Valley Country Caravan Park | Three Star |
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| Clogher | Campsite | Round Lake Caravan Park | Two Star |
Open 1st March until 31st October |
| Clogher | Hotel | Corick House Hotel | Unclassified |
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| Fivemiletown | B&B | Ashlone House | N/A |
| Address | 76 Colebrooke Road, Fivemiletown
BT75 0SA | | Phone | (028) 8952 1553 |
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| Fivemiletown | B&B | Station House | N/A |
| Address | Station House, Fivemiletown
BT75 0QG | | Phone | (028) 8952 1824 |
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| Fivemiletown | Hotel | Fourways Hotel | One Star |
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| Fivemiletown | Hotel | The Valley Hotel | Two Star |
Special Offer for Ulster Way Walkers
1 Night Bed and Breakfast and Evening Meal
Transfer to and from the Sliabh Beagh Way
£52.95 per person sharing.
With a £10 single supplement (for single rooms).
All rates include a Full Irish Breakfast in the morning, and pick up and return journeys from Mullaghfad Forest GR (H509410)
Packed lunches are available on request. |
| Lisnaskea | B&B | The Bochan | N/A |
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| Lisnaskea | Campsite | Mullynascarthy Caravan Park | Three Star |
Open 1st April to 31st October | Address | Gola Road, Lisnaskea
BT92 0NZ | | Phone | (028) 67721040 |
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| Lisnaskea | Campsite | Share Holiday Village Caravan Park | Three Star |
Open 1st April to 30th September |
| Lisnaskea | Hostel | Share Centre | N/A |
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| Lisnaskea | Hotel | Donn Carragh Hotel | Two Star |
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