DMP Winter Solstice Hike from Tibradden

Dublin Mountains Partnership

15km sunset hike from Tibradden to Three Rock, Ballyedmonduff Tomb, and Fairy Castle.

Tibradden Wood

Join the DMP Volunteer Rangers who will lead a sunset hike to mark the Winter Solstice.Please do not book a slot unless you are certain you can attend.The hike will commence from Tibradden Forest. From there, we’ll trace the path of the Dublin Mountains Way, leading us to the historical Tibradden Cairn. Our next stop will be Fairy Castle before making our way to the Three Rock, aiming for Ballyedmonduff Wedge Tomb in time to witness the breathtaking sunset over Dublin Bay. Following this, we’ll navigate back via the Two Rock.Our return journey will bring us back to Tibradden, with an estimated arrival time of 19:00.The hike route surfaces include footpaths, gravel trails and forest floor. On a clear day the views along the route are breathtaking.Date: Sunday, 21st of December.Meeting point: Tibradden Forest at 12:45.Duration: 6 hours, approximately.Distance: 15km approximately, 500m of climb.Degree of difficulty: Moderate to strenuous.Bring: Walking boots, rain gear, warm layers, torch, food, snacks, hot drink and water.Much of the walk will take place in the dark so you MUST bring a torch. A hi-viz jacket is highly recommended.In addition, you may wish to bring a Candle. The candle should be on a candle holder to collect running wax. A home-made cardboard cut-out wax collector would be fine.Public Transport: There is no public transport to this locatoin on Sundays but there is a direct route with Local Link SD4 on Saturdays should you wish to use the bus another time. <a href="https://locallinkkildaresouthdublin.ie/timetables/" title="https://locallinkkildaresouthdublin.ie/timetables/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin | See Our Bus Timetables</a>.No Dogs allowed on this hike.Please inform us privately of any health issues on the day and ensure you bring any necessary medication with you.In the event of an orange or red weather warning, this event will be cancelled. Other weather warnings will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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