22/08/2026
🌿 Our Favourite Picnic & Walking Spots Near Us! 🧺
One of the best things about staying in rural Longford is having so many beautiful places nearby to enjoy the great outdoors. 🌳🥪
There are plenty of opportunities for a countryside picnic, scenic walk, family day out or simply somewhere peaceful to sit back and enjoy the views. So, we thought we’d share some of our favourite places to visit near us:
📍 Leebeen Park, Aughnacliff
A lovely spot with lots of walking routes, picnic benches and a children’s play area. You’ll also find Firecracker Sauna and the QueenBean coffee trailer nearby — perfect for making a day of it! ☕🌿
📍 Corn Hill / Cairn Hill
Fancy a challenge? The walk starts with a steep uphill climb, followed by plenty of ups and downs around the circular route at the top. There are picnic benches and spectacular views across the Longford countryside. ⛰️🌄
📍 Edenmore Bog Walk
A mostly flat and peaceful walk through the bog, with the option to extend your adventure along the surrounding quiet rural roads. There are picnic tables too. 🌾🥾
📍 Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre
A fascinating place to visit with free entry to the visitor centre, plus both short and longer walking routes and picnic benches. A great combination of history, nature and fresh air. 🌿
📍 Newcastle Woods
With a variety of walking routes to explore and picnic tables dotted around the woods, it’s a lovely place to spend a few hours surrounded by nature. 🌲🥾
📍 Belvedere House Gardens & Park
In the next county across, a fantastic day out with a visitor centre, café, picnic areas, beautiful parkland and gardens, plus lots of walking opportunities. You can also look around the house — although it’s worth checking ahead regarding current renovations. 🏡🌳
Whether you fancy a short countryside stroll, a longer hike, a family picnic, spectacular views or simply a peaceful afternoon outdoors, Longford has plenty to offer. ❤️
So, if you’re staying with us, why not pack a picnic, grab your walking shoes and go exploring? 🥾🧺🌿
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