DISTANCE

0.6 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

TRAIL GRADE

Easy

Drumaheglis NatureTrail

Antrim

A short, pleasant woodland nature trail adjacent to the River Bann set within the Drumaheglis Marina and Caravan Park complex.

DISTANCE

0.6 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

OS MAP

Sheet 8

GRID REFERENCE

C902254

COUNTY

Antrim

NEAREST TOWN

Balnamore Village

LANDSCAPE

Riverside, Woodland

Trail Grade

Easy

TERRAIN

Woodland track

ON/OFF PUBLIC ROAD

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DIFFICULTY

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TRAIL INFORMATION

From the marina car park follow the nature trail sign to a track through the woodland. This unmetalled path swings around the outside edge of the existing woodland area and offers a short, quiet walk, good for families with small children. The track re-emerges at the Drumaheglis amenity site and walkers can avail of a cup of tea or take the children to the play area on site.

TRAIL INFORMATION

From the marina car park follow the nature trail sign to a track through the woodland. This unmetalled path swings around the outside edge of the existing woodland area and offers a short, quiet walk, good for families with small children. The track re-emerges at the Drumaheglis amenity site and walkers can avail of a cup of tea or take the children to the play area on site.

GETTING TO THE START

From Ballymoney Town Centre follow Charlotte Street and Balnamore Road to Balnamore Village and pick up the brown signs for Drumaheglis Marina.
  • Point of Interest
    Great for frog spawn and riverine bird watchers
  • Facilities
    The nature trail is open for walking all year round. From Easter until the end of September 9am to dusk, visitors can avail of the site amenities including toilets, car park and small shop.
  • Getting to the Start
    From Ballymoney Town Centre follow Charlotte Street and Balnamore Road to Balnamore Village and pick up the brown signs for Drumaheglis Marina.
  • Public Transport
  • Trail Grade
    Easy ⓘ TRAIL GRADE DISCLAIMER

    The trail grades shown on OutmoreNI.com and WalkNI.com are based on desk-based assessments of available trail information. The categories—Easy, Moderate, Strenuous, and Very Strenuous—follow the Sustainable Trails Development Guide grading system.

    These grades are provided as a general guide to help users choose trails that may be suitable for them. They are not a substitute for official, on-site grading or safety information provided by the relevant land manager, which may differ from the information on these websites.

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    Conditions on trails can change, and the actual environment may differ from what is described online. Users should always exercise their own judgment, take appropriate precautions, and remain responsible for their own safety and conduct at all times.

    All information provided on OutmoreNI.com and WalkNI.com is intended as a guide only and should be used alongside your own experience, awareness, and careful decision-making.

    Suitable for most people, these routes are relatively flat, smooth and well-defined with occasional gentle slopes. There may be minor obstacles such as gates and bridges. A basic level of fitness will help to enjoy these trails.

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