Northern Ireland

Divis and the Black Mountain

Divis and the Black Mountain offers a spectacular viewpoint for walkers seeking panoramic views over Belfast and beyond

Divis Road, Hannahstown, near Belfast, County Antrim, BT17 0NG

Opening times
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Café
Café opening times change seasonally. Hot drinks and traybakes are available for sit-in or takeaway. Picnic tables are located nearby.
Car park
Two car parks are available: Lower and Upper. The Lower car park on Divis Road opens from dusk to dawn. Gates to Upper Car Park will close in line with the opening times of the café.
Dogs allowed
Dogs are welcome, but please keep them on a lead at all times. We ask that all visitors keep to designated paths.
Toilet
There are two toilets situated in the café. These are open during café opening times. There is also a changing places facility located near the café.
Map
Directions via Google Maps
By road
Proceed along the B38 Upper Springfield Road, turn up via the Divis Road. Continue for half a mile for site entrance.
Parking: Free parking across two car parks. There are limited spaces in both the upper and lower car parks. If the car parks are full, please come back another time. Please respect residents and emergency services by not parking outside approved areas.
On foot
There is no safe and legal way to access the mountain by foot. Whilst pedestrians can walk along the public roads, there are long stretches with no footpath and therefore please seek alternative methods of transport.

Opening times for 24 April 2025
Asset	Opening time
Countryside	Dawn - Dusk
Car Park Upper	09:00 - 18:00
Car Park Lower	Dawn - Dusk
Barn Cafe	09:30 - 17:30
Toilets	09:30 - 17:30

Project

Divis - A View to the Future

The Divis - A View to the Future project is co-creating ambitious plans for both people and nature. Through the delivery of a series of initiatives, this joint journey with local communities and partners will deliver one of the most accessible urban upland green spaces in these Isles, where people and place thrive together in a healthy, nature-rich and beautiful wild landscape.

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Adopt a Plot

Adopt a Plot is a small way you can take a big step towards bringing back nature. Click to learn more on how you can Adopt a Plot on Divis and the Black Mountain.

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Visiting Divis and the Black Mountain with your dog

We want you and your furry companion to enjoy your visit. Please help to ensure that all visitors, with or without dogs, can enjoy their visit by following these guidelines.