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Though most of our events have no admission charge, we gratefully accept any donation to the charity to help improve, manage and preserve the Belfast Hills. Points to remember for your safety Everyone is welcome to our events but please bear these important points in mind: · All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult · Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn · Dogs are allowed on some walks but only on a lead · Parts of some walks can be steep or difficult Check out some of our partners' events here |
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22 May 2010 10am-4pm
Belfast Hills Heritage Tour
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Learn about the rich heritage of the Belfast Hills by bus and on foot. Find out about the people who lived in the hills long ago and the wildlife habitats they helped to shape. Tour includes a stop off for scones and tea/coffee. Bring a pack lunch and wear warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Price: Adult £16, Senior Citizen £15, Child £10. Friends of the Belfast Hills £12. Booking is essential as places are limited. Contact: Belfast Hills Partnership 028 90 60 34 66 info@belfasthills.org |
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19 July 2010 10:30am- 1pm
Aliens Volunteering Day!
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Meet at Colin Glen Forest Park Centre car park. Help control the spread of Himalayan Balsam along the ColinGlenRiver. Give a hand in the battle against this invasive species that threatens to push out native plants and wildlife. Event is run jointly with the Belfast Hills Partnership and Colin Glen Trust and involves light manual work. Please ensure you wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Contact: Belfast Hills Partnership 028 90 60 34 66 info@belfasthills.org |
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20 July 2010 11am- 1pm
Sights and Sounds of Summer at Slievenacloy Nature Reserve
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Experience the sights and sounds of Slievenacloy at its peak this Father's Day on a ramble around this special site. Hear the beauty of bird songs, see the colourful blooms or orchids and marvel on the array of butterflies on the wing. If its a clear day, awesome panoramic views of Northern Ireland await you! Adult £2, Child £1, Ulster Wildlife Trust Members free. Booking is essential!Exclusive Event - If one person is paying the other gets in free! Contact:Ulster Wildlife Trust 028 44 83 02 82 info@ulsterwildlifetrust.org
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31 July 2010 10:30am - 4pm
Go ‘Roman’ ‘Round the Hill Activity Day
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All roads lead to Cave Hill for an action-packed day out. Try archery, conquer the skill of orienteering, explore Hadrian’s climbing wall and go ‘Roman’ on our geocaching challenge. Get your own little Caesars and Cleopatras in fancy dress for the big invasion of the bouncy castle. Centurion walks at 11am and 2pm from BelfastCastle car park. Prizes given for best-dressed Romans using recycled materials and some imagination. This free event is held in association with Belfast City Council. Contact: Belfast Hills Partnership 028 90 60 34 66 info@belfasthills.org |
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18 September 2010 10am- 1pm
Colin Waterfall Challenge Walk
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Saturday 18 September 10am-1pm Meeting at Colin Glen Forest Park Centre car park. See the spectacular waterfall on this riverside walk from Colin Glen to Glenside Community Woodland – a sparkling jewel of the Belfast Hills. Not suitable for children under 12. Bring a snack. Price: Adult £2, Child £1, Friends of the Belfast Hills Free. Contact: Belfast Hills Partnership 028 90 60 34 66 info@belfasthills.org |
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19 September 2010 2- 4pm
Fossil Hunt at Colin Glen
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Sunday 19 September, 2-4pm There is more to Colin Glen than just a Forest Park! Join our experienced Park Ranger as he tells the geological history of Colin Glen and the Belfast Hills. Go on a fossil finding expedition in the park to search for the remains of ancient creatures – who knows what you might discover! Admission: £3 per person Contact Colin Glen Trust 028 9061 4115 info@colinglentrust.org |
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12 February 2011 2- 4pm
Goin’ Courtin’ at the Castle
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Make it a romantic date to remember at the Goin’ Courtin’ at the Castle love walk on Valentine’s weekend. Tour the beautiful surroundings of BelfastCastle estate and if you wish, take time to settle back and relax with a coffee and pastry inside the romantic ramparts of the Castle. Booking is essential. Adults £2, Friends of the Belfast Hills free. Price excludes coffee and pastry. Contact Belfast Hills Partnership 028 90 60 34 66 info@belfasthills.org |
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