Eco Trails under Development
The eco trails provide an opportunity for young people to develop an awareness, appreciation and understanding of and responsibility to their local natural built environment, in a fun and interactive manner.

This is a brilliant resource that schools can access, as well as families and the visitor to the region via the internet. The eco trail is designed in a way that makes everyone respect the environment in an enjoyable way whilst learning as they go along. The beauty of this resource is you can either book for a guide to accompany your group or you can download all information on-line and head out on your own.

At present we have two complete which are Benburb and Loughgall, and another two more still to do which are Parkanaur and Gosford.

Upgrading of Knockatallon Walks
Plans are well underway for the re-furbishment of four looped walks at Knockatallon, North Monaghan. By June 2008, you can enjoy a series of four looped walks ranging from six to ten kilometres in the starkly beauty of the Sliabh Beagh Hills, Knockatallon. Whatever your level of fitness or walking experience, we hope you will be able to select from the series, two of which are on quiet country roads and two which are a more challenging terrain along forest tracks and open moorland.

For further information on all initiatives being developed by Blackwater Regional Partnership contact Julieann Spence on 00 44 (0) 28 3756 9102/9108.

Blackwater Heritage Trails Coming SoonNot to be missed, whilst visiting the Blackwater Region why not get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere that meets you while visiting the unique villages that link the Blackwater Trail.

Along this trail there is much to see and do from a distinct area of picturesque rural dwelling, three major demesnes, industrial buildings and other such structures which contribute to a rich tapestry or built heritage.

Villages include:
Caledon          Killylea
Tynan             Glaslough
Emyvale         Mullen
Middletown

The role of Blackwater Regional Partnership in the Blackwater Heritage Trail project is to improve interpretation and help develop a cross border heritage trail. This project is part financed by the European Union through the Interreg IIIA Programme managed by the Special EU Programme Body by the ICBAN Partnership under the Natural Resource Tourism Project. Much of the area’s architectural interest is associated with the three main Estates of Caledon, Glaslough and Tynan Abbey including Famine Walls and a series of stylised Gate Lodges. In addition the area has a rich industrial heritage associated with the Ulster Canal, the Clogher Valley and Great Northern Railways and various linen and flour mills. This is an intimate landscape with much to offer the visitor however the Border region has yet to develop its full potential. An overall objective of the study is to improve cross border links between each of the villages. It also aims to encourage local people to better appreciate what they have whilst also enhancing the visitor experience.