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Armagh: the Mall to Navan Fort
From the Georgian Mall in Armagh to Navan Fort, the ancient royal site of Ulster.
- Distance
- 8.2 km
- Ascent
- 40 m
- Time
- 2–2.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 70 m
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About this walk
Armagh: the Mall to Navan Fort is an easy 8.2 km out-and-back walk with 40 m of ascent, taking 2 to 2.5 hours. It starts at The Mall, Armagh (grid reference NV 979 047). The start can be reached by public transport.
Armagh is Ireland's ecclesiastical capital, with two cathedrals and a Georgian Mall at its heart. From the Mall, the walk heads west out of the city to Navan Fort, Emain Macha, the ancient seat of the kings of Ulster and the setting of many of the old Irish legends.
The great circular mound stands on a hill with wide views across the countryside. Return the same way.
Route
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Out of the city
Walk west from the Mall out of the city.
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Navan Fort
Climb onto the mound of Navan Fort, and return.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Armagh: the Mall to Navan Fort take?
- Most walkers take 2–2.5 hours for the 8.2 km route, which has 40 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at The Mall, Armagh (grid reference NV 979 047). City-centre car parks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses to Armagh from Belfast. Check times with Translink.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Pavements and quiet roads, then a grassy path at the fort.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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