Latest News from the Ring of Gullion

Woodland Grants Open Now

Posted on: 24th July 2017

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) today announced the opening of the third phase of the Forest Expansion scheme.

“How to become a Hollywood Producer” returns

Posted on: 6th July 2017

Young people from South Armagh, will once again have the opportunity to take their first steps onto the red carpet as part of the “How to become a Hollywood Producer” summer scheme, which returns this August.

Hit the road with the Ring of Gullion Heritage Coach Tours!

Posted on: 5th July 2017

With the hazy, lazy days of the summer to look forward to; it’s time to look at getting out and about discovering areas of this great land. Have you heard of the Ring of Gullion, but don’t know much about it? From the 2nd August, the Ring of Gullion Coach Tours will make their way gently through the rolling hills of South Armagh, visiting important built heritage sites every Wednesday and Saturday in August.

Newry Mourne and Down District Council’s Financial Assistance Call 2 2017 – 2018

Posted on: 5th July 2017

Newry, Mourne and Down's second Financial Assistance call is now open; All projects must take place between 26th June 2017 and 31st March 2018.

The Ring of Gullion roll out the welcome mat to Outdoor Recreation organisations

Posted on: 23rd June 2017

A fabulous 2 day conference last week which showcased the Ring of Gullion and South Armagh starting to starch the surface in developing the area as a hive for Outdoor Recreation in Northern Ireland, with delegates from Ireland, England and Spain learning about how the area is progressing.

The Developing and Managing Recreation in Protected Area 2 day conference was held in Tí Chulainn conference centre in Mullaghbane.

Marvellous Model Memories

Posted on: 20th June 2017

Memories were kindled and now burn bright within Bessbrook Community following the launch of the Bessbrook Model village project in Bessbrook Townhall. This Heritage Lottery funded project, which is managed by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council aims to engage with the local community to better interpret Bessbrook’s heritage and build a picture of the village that will cross generations. Guests were treated to colourful stories from speakers Alf McCreary and Graham McAleer. Both men grew up in Bessbrook and worked in the mill and shared vivid memories of the village that shaped their lives.