Drumlamph Wood consists of a mix of habitats. Step out, and step back in time, to explore the 17-hectare (42-acre) ancient wood. This is one of Northern Ireland’s rare and irreplaceable ancient woodlands (that’s land continuously wooded since at least 1600). The old woodland has seen centuries come and go, escaping the demand in the 1700s for timber for ships and for building. It is buffered by rush meadow and wetland, with recently planted woodland in the fields further north. All habitats – the old and new - collectively make up 31.5 hectares (78 acres).
Distance:
3 milesStart Point:
C841037Finish Point:
C841037Point of interest:
The natural beauty and wildlife of this ancient woodlandNearest town:
MagheraOS map:
Sheet 8Terrain:
Grass pathways are in placeRoute:
The car park leads immediately to the new planting area, from which the ancient woodland can be accessed. A waymarked trail is in place.
The choice of walking routes is detailed on an information board at the entrance to the wood; the walks are also outlined in the illustration provided. It may be useful for walkers to take a copy of this map with them on their journey.Facilities:
As this is a natural woodland environment, no toilet or refreshment facilities are provided.
New pathways do include a short section suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs.Accessible terrain:
Mostly grass pathways. A small section suitable for wheelchairs consists of a smooth, stone base. The entrance kissing-gate is wheelchair-friendly.
The walk grade is mostly easy/medium.Accessible signage:
The two walking routes are both way-marked (as indicated on the information board at the entrance to the wood and also on the illustration provided)Publication:
The Woodland Trust's leaflet 'A Walk through Drumlamph Wood'Publication availability:
By visiting www.treeforall.org.uk/northernireland or telephoning the Trust's Bangor Office on 028 9127 5787Getting to the start by public transport:
From the centre of Maghera, follow the A29 (the Garvagh Road) for two miles, before turning left onto Gortinure Road. Travel for one mile and then turn left onto Grillagh Road. Drumlamph Wood is 300m along Grillagh Road on the right hand side. A gravel car park is in place.
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