Mags Gargan
The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail is hosting a three-day walking festival in conjunction with Mayo Roscommon Hospice with all proceeds going to the hospice’s new facility in Castlebar.
The festival will take place over March 18-20 running from Balla to Ballintubber (20 km), then Ballintubber to Aughagower (21km) and finally Aughagower to Murrisk (21km). Registration is at 9am each day. There will be refreshments and water stops provided.
The walk will also be guided and the guides will offer information on the heritage and local folklore of this spectacular route through the wonderful landscape of County Mayo.
The cost of the walk is €20 per day or €50 for all three days. Groups, clubs and individuals are welcome. Walkers can register online at www.iregister.ie/croaghpatricktrail/ or can register on the day.
For further information contact the Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail office at 094 9030687 or email info@croaghpatrickheritagetrail.com