3 miles
Linear
Silent Valley Ben Crom Dam Walk
TRAIL INFORMATION
Stone way-markers are in place to help guide you. Follow the red arrows for the Ben Crom walk. This linear route will guide you alongside the Silent Valley Reservoir to Ben Crom Dam passing the exit of the Binnian Tunnel and other reminders of the feat of engineering required to help fulfill the water needs of Belfast. The walk turns at the foot of Ben Crom wall. You can choose whether or not to follow the steps up to the top to take in the spectacular views including the Brandy Pad and Slieve Donard. Retrace your steps back down the valley to the main car park.
TRAIL INFORMATION
Stone way-markers are in place to help guide you. Follow the red arrows for the Ben Crom walk. This linear route will guide you alongside the Silent Valley Reservoir to Ben Crom Dam passing the exit of the Binnian Tunnel and other reminders of the feat of engineering required to help fulfill the water needs of Belfast. The walk turns at the foot of Ben Crom wall. You can choose whether or not to follow the steps up to the top to take in the spectacular views including the Brandy Pad and Slieve Donard. Retrace your steps back down the valley to the main car park.
GETTING TO THE START
The route begins in the main car park reached through the gates on the Head Road on the south side of the Mournes. The Silent Valley is sign posted for drivers travelling south from Newcastle and north from Kilkeel. There is an entrance fee.
- Point of Interest Spectacular views of the Mourne mountains, Silent Valley Dam, Silent Valley overflow (or plughole), valve tower and Ben Crom Dam
- Facilities Toilets and refreshments available during summer months and public holidays at Silent Valley restaurant and information centre or in nearby Kilkeel.
- Dog Policy Must be kept on a lead.
- Accessibility Information
Accessibility Grade: Grade 4 Terrain: Easy well laid paths Toilet Facility: No Signage: No - Getting to the Start The route begins in the main car park reached through the gates on the Head Road on the south side of the Mournes. The Silent Valley is sign posted for drivers travelling south from Newcastle and north from Kilkeel. There is an entrance fee.
- Public Transport Translink – journeyplanner.translink.co.uk
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