THE next Fermanagh walk in our series is the Woodland Riverside Walk at Castle Archdale Forest.

With the following information provided courtesy of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, you can stay local, and yet still find plenty of natural gems to walk, see and explore that are practically on your doorstep, no matter where you live in the county

Overview:

CASTLE Archdale Forest is a 520-hectare mixed broadleaved and coniferous lowland forest located on the eastern shores of Lower Lough Erne.

The forest is a richly varied one, in terms of views and features, and includes ruined castles, WWII docks and buildings, ancient woodland and views over Lower Lough Erne to White Island, Davy’s Island and further afield (AS Part of the Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark)

THE information on this walking route has been provided by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council and also features on a series of walking cards which have been developed to promote walking opportunities, trails and routes within the Council district.

Please note that to help reduce the risk of spreading Covid-19, social distancing should be adhered to.

When visiting this or any similar area, try to avoid busy times, use the designated car parking spaces, and ‘Leave No Trace’ to ensure we can protect our environment for the enjoyment of all.

Nearest Town: Kesh/Irvinestown

Points of Interest: The forest is a richly varied one in terms of views and features and includes ruined castles and ancient woodland

Location: Take the B82 from Enniskillen to Kesh, follow signposts to Castle Archdale Country Park

Distance: 0.5 miles

Route Shape: Circular

Route Type: Forest, riverside, woodland

Facilities: Picnic facilities and information panel; additional facilities are located at the Countryside Centre within Castle Archdale Forest, which include parking, information centre, toilets and restaurant

Grade of Walk: Easy

Further information: www.marblearchcavesgeopark.com