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This route explores an historic estate in Lagan Valley Regional Park, taking in Malone House, meadows, woodland and along the River Lagan.
County
Antrim
Distance
2.1km
Nearest Town
Malone Road, Belfast
Route Shape
Circular
Route Type
Parkland & Grassland
Terrain
Surfaced and unsurfaced paths
Point of Interest
Malone House, meadows, Lagan towpath, Arboretum
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Lagan Valley
Route Description
From the Malone House car park, follow the path round the front of the house and alongside the security fence.
Follow this path downhill pausing on the way to admire the views over the Lagan Valley, across to Minnowburn Beeches and the wildflower meadows on your right. At the bottom of the hill turn right along the towpath, taking time to admire the old Shaw’s Bridge.
Follow the towpath for a distance as it winds alongside the river. When you reach a green, disused kissing gate, pass through, then turn right through a gap in the vegetation back into the woodland of Barnett Demesne. This section can be muddy during wetter times of the year and if the River Lagan has recently been in flood.
Getting to the Start
Car park and entrance signposted from the A55 Outer Ring Road, near the House of Sport roundabout. Metro Services: 8A-8C (get off at Dub shops, follow Dub Lane).
Accessibility Grade
Grade 4
Accessible Facilities
Malone House – cafe, toilets and information. Opening hours apply.
Café (wheelchair accessible) – 9am – 5pm Mon – Sat, 11am – 5pm Sun
Disabled toilets
Disabled parking
Café (wheelchair accessible) – 9am – 5pm Mon – Sat, 11am – 5pm Sun
Disabled toilets
Disabled parking