Gortfad Glebe, a region in Northern Ireland, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities, characterized by its proximity to Drum Manor Forest Park and the natural beauty of the Mid Ulster area. The terrain includes mature deciduous woodlands, rolling hills, and varied environments such as glens and forest trails. This blend of natural features provides a setting suitable for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and hiking.
Gortfad Glebe provides numerous routes…
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hikers
5.37km
01:25
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.60km
01:13
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.96km
01:03
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.10km
00:33
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20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
5.06km
00:37
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.94km
00:44
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60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.93km
01:02
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.99km
00:50
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
92.6km
03:59
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

55.6km
02:36
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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94.2km
04:26
970m
970m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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20.8km
01:15
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

53.9km
04:03
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15.8km
00:59
150m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

72.0km
04:22
540m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Gortfad Glebe is a region situated in Northern Ireland. It is part of the Mid Ulster area, known for its natural beauty and proximity to Drum Manor Forest Park.
Gortfad Glebe offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, and Hiking. The region's diverse landscape provides suitable routes for these sports.
The area around Gortfad Glebe, particularly Drum Manor Forest Park, offers various waymarked trails for hiking. These trails wind through mature woodlands, past ponds, and gardens, and include the ruins of Drum Manor House. More information can be found in the Hiking around Gortfad Glebe guide.
Yes, Gortfad Glebe offers options for easy hikes, particularly within Drum Manor Forest Park. The park features a self-guided trail with wheelchair access, making it suitable for various ability levels. For specific routes, consult the Easy hikes around Gortfad Glebe guide.
Touring cyclists can find appealing routes in the Gortfad Glebe region, including options within Drum Manor Forest Park. The area provides diverse terrain for cycling, navigating through forest trails and rolling hills. Explore routes in the Cycling around Gortfad Glebe guide.
Road cycling enthusiasts will find suitable routes in the Gortfad Glebe area, which features country roads and varied landscapes. These routes offer opportunities to explore the region on two wheels. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Gortfad Glebe guide.
Gortfad Glebe provides several options for jogging and running, particularly within Drum Manor Forest Park. Trails wind through woodlands and natural settings, offering a scenic environment for runners. Refer to the Running Trails around Gortfad Glebe guide for specific routes.
The primary natural feature near Gortfad Glebe is Drum Manor Forest Park, an eighteenth-century demesne. It includes mature deciduous woodlands, shrub and Japanese gardens, an arboretum, and ponds. The broader region also features glens, rolling hills, and diverse environments.
The main attraction near Gortfad Glebe is Drum Manor Forest Park, which offers scenic walks, gardens, and the ruins of Drum Manor House. The park's mixed woodlands and wildfowl lake provide a rich natural experience. The wider area also features varied terrain for outdoor pursuits.
Gortfad Glebe is a well-regarded destination on komoot, with more than 1,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's routes and activities have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Gortfad Glebe, including Cycling around Gortfad Glebe, Road Cycling Routes around Gortfad Glebe, Running Trails around Gortfad Glebe, Hiking around Gortfad Glebe, and Easy hikes around Gortfad Glebe.
For visitor information related to Gortfad Glebe and the surrounding Mid Ulster region, contact the Mid Ulster District Council at tourism@midulstercouncil.org or by phone at 03000 132 132. Inquiries about Drum Manor Forest Park can be directed to customer.forestservice@daera-ni.gov.uk or +44 (0) 28 6634 3165.

