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Footsteps in the Forest

Slieve Gullion Forest Park, 89 Drumintee Road, Killeavy, County Armagh, BT35 8SW
Children listening to some myths and legends along trail in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest.

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As the crisp autumn air settles in, the Footsteps in the Forest festival at Slieve Gullion Forest Park offers a perfect Halloween adventure. This extended festival celebrates the ancient festival of Samhain with eerie entertainment, tantalising treats, and immersive storytelling.

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Accessibility

  • Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities - 15 disabled parking spaces are available. Blue Badge holders only
  • Guide dogs permitted - No other dogs are permitted
  • Toilets for disabled visitors - Disabled toilets are available at the Park and Ride and also at Slieve Gullion Forest Park (main building)

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing facilities - Avilable at Slieve Gullion Forest Park (main building)

Event Facilities

  • Booking Required - Event is fully booked

Provider Preferences

  • Forest Location

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Opening Times

Season (21 Oct 2024 - 29 Oct 2024)

What's Nearby

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Public Transport Directions

What is the closest bus or train station to Footsteps in the Forest?

The closest bus station is in Newry, which has direct routes from the Europa Bus Station in Belfast, making travelling to the festival all that easier.

If you’re travelling from Dublin it couldn’t be easier too with regular train and bus routes operating daily to Newry city and then take a connection to Slieve Gullion Forest Park.

For more information on Translink timetables and fares please visit www.translink.co.uk or call the Contact Centre on (028) 90 66 66 30.

For more information on getting around, click HERE.  

I’m travelling by car, where can I park?

For more information, download our handy map HERE.

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