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Walks & Outdoors · Newcastle

Glen River

Glen River is a free walk in Newcastle, County Down. A tumbling mountain river with woodland waterfalls on the way up Slieve Donard.

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Price
Free
Time needed
1–2 hours
Best for
walkers, families

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