Our Activities

Discover The Joy Of Walking & Adventure In Every Step.

At Kilbroney Ramblers Walking Club, we offer a range of activities that cater to all levels of fitness and walking experience. Whether you’re looking for a gentle stroll through the countryside or a more challenging hill climb, our walks are designed to inspire, connect, and keep you active.

Unlocking the thrill of outdoor Exploration!
Trekking

Our trekking adventures offer the perfect blend of exercise and exploration. Join us as we trek through breathtaking landscapes, including hills, forests, and coastal paths.

Navigation

Looking to do that bit extra and learn something useful on the walks. We can teach you important practical skills such as Map Reading and Navigation Skills with the Compass.

First Aid

Through the Walking Club’s affiliation with the UFRC we can arrange First Aid Training for beginners and refreshers for those looking to renew
their certificate.

Refreshments

Depending on where we start or end our walk we often take a break and relax with a hot drink and snack whilst enjoying a chance to socialise with the members.

Equipment

Kilbroney Ramblers is affiliated with the Ulster Federation of Rambling Clubs. Our members are therefore entitled to discounts in a number of retail outlets.
Click here to visit the UFRC website for details.

Recommended Gear for Hill Walking

  • Waterproof walking boots (Gore-Tex is best)
  • Waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex)
  • Waterproof trousers (Gore-Tex)
  • Walking poles
  • Rucksack
  • Hat & Gloves
  • Orange plastic survival bag
  • Foil Blanket
  • Hi-Vis vest
  • Spare clothes in waterproof bag
  • Food & drink (at least 2 litres of water in warm weather)
  • Whistle (plastic)
  • Sun glasses, sun cream, sun hat
  • Gaiters (optional)
  • Clothing (several light layers is best)


Latest News & Updates

Keep an eye on this space for updates, walk changes and booking forms.

Friday 21st & Tuesday 25th August

Hi all,

Please note that the Hilltown-Kilkeel Road – near Doran’s pub where there are temporary traffic lights at the minute as a result of the bank collapse- is closed for re-surfacing from Wednesday 19th August to Wednesday 26th August. 

This will effect anyone travelling from Hilltown to the walks on Friday 21st (Carricklittle) and Tuesday 25th (Gamekeeper’s Lodge). 

To by-pass the closure from Hilltown, the alternatives are:

(a) Hilltown – Rostrevor Road – Leitrim Road – New Line – Sandbanks Road – Kilkeel Road

(b) Hilltown – Castlewellan Road – Clonduff  Road – Kilkeel Road

Howth Walk Tuesday 18th August

Due to high passenger numbers using the Belfast-Dublin train service, it is advisable to book your seat for both the outgoing and return journeys well in advance.

The train will leave Newry at 8.53 a.m. arriving at Connolly Station at 10.13 a.m.

All grades will start walks around 11.20 a.m.  T walk will take approximately 3hrs; other grades around 4 hrs.

Anyone staying in Howth for a meal would need to take this into consideration before booking return journey from Connolly Station.

If the walk needs to be changed due to poor weather the train booking can be cancelled online.

Autumn Trip 2026 Booking Form

Kilbroney Ramblers Booking Form to Connemara 13th – 16th SeptDownload
Click on the link below to see details of upcoming walks and walk leaders

Kilbroney Ramblers Walks July – Dec 2026Download
September 2026 Walk LeadersDownload

Club Documentation

Kilbroney Ramblers Membership FormDownload
Kilbroney Ramblers Club RulesDownload
Kilbroney Ramblers Club ConstitutionDownload
Kilbroney Ramblers Club StructureDownload

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