South Leinster
e Th
Way Challenge
Part of the European E8 Walking route, this year Peter McVerry Trust will take on the South Leinster Way. We will travel along the banks of the River Nore, across country roads and through several hills. Crossing the slopes of Mount Brandon, taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery, the Long Walk Home will see you discovering the majestic countryside of Kilkenny. Beginning at Mullinavat and finishing in Graiguenamanagh, this 46km trail is the perfect challenge for a
Long Walk Hom e series
seasoned walker.
Sat.
30th April – Sun.
1st May
2016
Company Registration No: 98934 Charity No: 20015282 CHY 7256
Fact File
Costs
Registration fee: €50 Distance: 46km Fundraising target: €400 Time: 2 days Difficulty: Moderate Includes: Coach transfers, lunches
and a one night stay with dinner, bed and breakfast at Brandon House Hotel.
www.pmvtrust.ie Email: fundraising@pmvtrust.ie
Call: +353 (0)1 823 0776
Long Walk Home s
Itinerary
eries
Day 1 (Saturday 30th April 2016) Mullinavat to Inistioge (30km Approx.) Our journey will begin in Mullinavat and we will travel over several hills through the forest roads until we reach the banks of the River Nore. Following the river as it curves through the land, we will make our way to the beautiful and historic village of Inistioge with sites including the Augustinian Priory and St. Columcille s Well. In recent years, Inistioge has also witnessed the development of the film making industry in Ireland. Famous films shot here include Widow s Peak and Circle of Friends. Tonight we will stay at Brandon House Hotel, Co. Wexford. ’
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Day 2 (Sunday 1st May 2016) Inistioge to Graiguenamanagh (16km Approx.)
Image Andreas F. Borchert
Our adventure continues as we leave Inistioge and make our way to Graiguenamanagh , crossing through the slopes of Mount Brandon by a series of forest walks, taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. We make our way down and into the town of Graiguenamanagh where the Cistercian Duiske Abbey can be found in addition to Crushendale woollen mills, which is one of Ireland s oldest woollen mills and is still operating today. ’
Accommodation Brandon House Hotel is a beautiful manor house situated in Co. Wexford. Renowned for its spa, Solas Croí Spa, Brandon House Hotel offers the perfect location for a night of relaxation after a challenging day.
Registration Form Long Walk Home Series 2016
I would like to register for the Long Walk Home Series: The South Leinster Way: Registration €50 and €400 fundraising target Day one: – April 30th 2016 Mullinavat to Inistioge Day two: May 1st 2016, Inistioge to Graiguenamanagh The Wicklow Way: Registration €5 and € fundraising target th Day one: - May 28 2016 Marlay Park to Knockree I enclose a cheque, postal order, bank draft made payable to Peter McVerry Trust. I will pay via credit or debit card online at www.pmvtrust.ie or by calling 01 823 0776. I have transferred funds into account, Peter McVerry Trust Operations, Ulster Bank, 81-82 Lower Dorset Street, Dublin 1, A /C No: 01826059, Sort Code: 98-50-90, BIC: ULSBIE2D, IBAN: IE07ULSB98509001826059 (reference name & LWH)
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