B Walk – Walk 5 – Introduction to the Blackstairs
Saturday, 4th October 2025
This walk offers an excellent introduction to the stunning landscape of the Blackstairs Mountains, featuring some of its most prominent peaks, including Blackstair Mountain (733 meters) and the historic site of Caher Roe’s Den (564 meters).
Caher Roe’s Den has a great legend – Caher Roe was a notorious highwayman, often compared to Robin Hood, who is said to have hidden his stolen treasure in a cave on this part of the mountain. According to local lore, some of his loot remains hidden there to this day!
This walk is an ideal choice for those looking to explore both the scenery and the stories of the Blackstairs.
| Summary B Walk | Suitable for Experienced Hill Walkers |
| Duration | Approximately 5 hours from start in Ballymurphy Hall to finish |
| Length | 10.5km |
| Maximum altitude | 735 metres |
| Terrain | Terrain is on open mountain, rugged, exposed and unmarked – includes boulder fields and uneven surfaces. |
| Fitness levels | Requires strong physical fitness and endurance |
| Reward! | An ideal choice for those looking to explore the scenery and stories of the Blackstairs Mountains. |
Walk includes:
- Experienced members from Tullow Mountaineering Club
- Transport to/from start/finish of walk
- Soup, sandwiches, tea and coffee following conclusion of the walk
Supported by Carlow County Council under the Festival and Events Scheme
| Date and Time: | Saturday, 4th October, 2025 at 09:00 |
|---|---|
| Registration: | Ballymurphy Hall, Ballymurphy, Borris, Co. Carlow. R95 NN62 at 08:30 |
| Start Point: | Scullogue Gap. Bus trasnport to start of walk from Ballymurphy Hall R95 NN62. |
| Finish Point: | Knockmulgurry. Return transport to Ballymurphy Hall for soup, sandwiches, tea and coffee following conclusion of the walk. |
| Walk Duration: | 5hrs (approx.) |
| Admission: | € 25 |
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Saturday, 4th October 2025
This walk offers an excellent introduction to the stunning landscape of the Blackstairs Mountains, featuring some of its most prominent peaks, including Blackstair Mountain (733 meters) and the historic site of Caher Roe’s Den (564 meters).
Caher Roe’s Den has a great legend – Caher Roe was a notorious highwayman, often compared to Robin Hood, who is said to have hidden his stolen treasure in a cave on this part of the mountain. According to local lore, some of his loot remains hidden there to this day!
This walk is an ideal choice for those looking to explore both the scenery and the stories of the Blackstairs.
| Summary B Walk | Suitable for Experienced Hill Walkers |
| Duration | Approximately 5 hours from start in Ballymurphy Hall to finish |
| Length | 10.5km |
| Maximum altitude | 735 metres |
| Terrain | Terrain is on open mountain, rugged, exposed and unmarked – includes boulder fields and uneven surfaces. |
| Fitness levels | Requires strong physical fitness and endurance |
| Reward! | An ideal choice for those looking to explore the scenery and stories of the Blackstairs Mountains. |
Walk includes:
- Experienced members from Tullow Mountaineering Club
- Transport to/from start/finish of walk
- Soup, sandwiches, tea and coffee following conclusion of the walk
Supported by Carlow County Council under the Festival and Events Scheme
| Date and Time: | Saturday, 4th October, 2025 at 09:00 |
|---|---|
| Registration: | Ballymurphy Hall, Ballymurphy, Borris, Co. Carlow. R95 NN62 at 08:30 |
| Start Point: | Scullogue Gap. Bus trasnport to start of walk from Ballymurphy Hall R95 NN62. |
| Finish Point: | Knockmulgurry. Return transport to Ballymurphy Hall for soup, sandwiches, tea and coffee following conclusion of the walk. |
| Walk Duration: | 5hrs (approx.) |
| Admission: | € 25 |
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