Ring of Gullion Area

The Ring of Gullion Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a unique geological landform, unparalleled elsewhere in Ireland or the UK, and was the first ring dyke in the world to be geologically mapped. It was voted onto the ‘Top 100 Geosites of UK & Ireland’. The ring of low, rugged hills forms a ‘rampart’ around the heather-clad Slieve Gullion mountain. Rich semi-wild habitats of heath, bog and woodland contrast with the neatly patterned fields and ladder farms.

Slieve Gullion’s mysterious reputation arises from its associations with legends and the wider area’s rich archaeological heritage. It was along these roads and fields, and over these hills and mountains, that mythic figures such as Cúchulainn and the Red Branch Knights, chieftains like the O’Neills and the O’Hanlons roamed, battled and died.

The Ring of Gullion is alive with history, awash in scenic beauty and bursting with culture.

You can experience Gullion’s rich geology, biodiversity and archaeology very easily. Browse the Ring of Gullion site, and plan your trip. You can experience Gullion with our self guided Audio Tours or you can choose a guide from our tour guides page to bring Gullion to life with their local knowledge. You can also use our Interactive Map to experience Gullion before heading out.

There are lots of ways to experience Gullion and Get Involved through volunteering, events, training or simply taking a stroll along one of our many tranquil walkways. So get out there and experience all that the Ring of Gullion Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has to offer.

https://www.ringofgullion.org

Contact Details

Ring of Gullion AONB and Geopark Officer

Oifig Crois Mhic Lionnáin

Crossmaglen Office

41 Cardinal O'Fiaich Square

Crossmaglen

Newry BT35 9HQ

Council: 0330 137 4000

Email: info@ringofgullion.org

Direct line: +44 (0)330 137 4898