Bog Walk
Celebrate Divis and the Black Mountain's Bog Week with a guided walk to learn all about the bogland and its inhabitants!
- Booking not needed
- Free event
This 1.5 hour walk will lead you through the various habitats of Divis and the Black Mountain, including upland heath, bog and acid grassland. See and hear the wildlife of the mountain, identify wildflowers and birds and learn about what makes the site so important.
Booking is not needed for this walk.
Times
The basics
- Meeting point
Meet at the Divis Café Barn.
- What to bring and wear
Sturdy walking boots and weather-appropriate clothing is advised.
- Accessibility
Walk is moderate with some uneven terrain and steep incline in parts.
- Other
For any other queries, please contact the Divis and Black Mountain office on 02890 825434 or email belfast@nationaltrust.org.uk
Upcoming events
Hill Pictures: Belfast Photo Festival Exhibition
Led by Belfast-based photojournalist and conservation educator Polly Garnett, Hill Pictures captures a year of activity on the Belfast Hills—celebrating the people, places, and stories that define this landscape.
Festival of Archaeology: Excavation Drop-in sessions
Want to have a go on an archaeological excavation at a circular stone enclosure site close to Divis Lodge, or just visit our dig site to see what's being uncovered.
Water and Wildlife: Bringing Back Lost Habitats on Divis and the Black Mountain
Join Dr Raymond Flynn from Queen's University Belfast for an expert walk and talk on Divis and the Black Mountain.
Conservation Detection Dogs
Join us for a fascinating session with Dr. Caroline Finlay from Conservation Detection Dogs NI, as she explores how detection dogs are used in the world of conservation.