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Co Down's Mountains of Mourne have become part of folk history, not just of Northern Ireland, but of the world. Happily much of the area's scenery and unspoiled rural charm still exists, and its countryside retains an importance for wildlife, agriculture and recreation. Our aim is to protect and conserve the natural and man-made environment and to promote its' appreciation for the benefits of present and future generations....

The Mountains of Mourne are a product of the Ice Age and even though they were formed over 50 million years ago, they are comparatively 'young' mountains. Few areas of similar extent can show such a variety of topography, landforms, coast forms and human history or such bold contrasts of mountain, lowland and sea; yes, the Mountains of Mourne really do 'sweep down to the sea'.
Within a 25-mile circle 12 summits rise to over 2,000 feet, and includes Northern Ireland's highest mountain,...