Last Sunday, the walkers headed to the Comeragh Mountains in Co. Waterford. Led by Padraig, the group enjoyed glorious weather where they explored Tooreen, Coomfia, Coomtay, Seefin and Milk Hill on a circuit of approximately 16km, with around 700 metres of elevation gain. Thanks to Padraig for leading and to all who took photos. 

Friday night’s hike on Blackstairs Mountain began in foggy conditions, with a shower of rain at the summit. As we made our way down towards Caher’s Den, the fog cleared to reveal a stunning sunset, followed by a cloud inversion. Thanks to John C for leading another lovely lovely hike.

Sunday’s hike was led by Tony, starting from Currabut Gap, through the woods at Killbrannish, and on to Mount Leinster by the Clody river. The group then made their way back down via the Black Banks. Thank you to Tony and thanks to Lily and Michael for the photos. 

Thanks to Anthony for leading Friday nights hike. 

Blackstairs Challenge 2026 - 33km from Killanure to Glynn

Sunday’s hike was to the Nire Valley in the Comeragh Mountains. Thanks to Michael for leading the approximate 12km and 600metre height gain. Thanks to Lily and Nuala for the great photos.

Fridays night hike was a loop from Ballycrystal woods to Clorogue Beg, Clorogue More, Hughes Walls, and back through the woods.

Friday night’s hike was led by Tommy, starting from Ballycrystal. The group followed the track past the beech trees on to Knockroe, Clorogue Mór, Clorogue Beg, and looped back to Hughes. Thanks to Tommy for leading.

Sunday’s hike took the group to the stunning Sally Gap in Co. Wicklow, covering 12km with 680 metres of elevation. Thanks to Frank for leading.