Landscape
Hugging the County Down coastline, the Mournes structure is made up of 12 peaks that extend into an area only 15 miles by 8 miles (24 x 13 kilometres), each mountain rising above 600m with the highest being Slieve Donard which towers above 852 metres.
The highest and most spectacular mountain range in Northern Ireland, its popularity is evident by the hordes of walkers even in the depth of winter. The climb to Slieve Donard summit can be strenuous but worth it for breathtaking views of the County Down Coast, Newcastle town, and Murlough beach. On a clear day Scrabo Tower to the north and the Isle of Man to the East.