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The Mall, Armagh – Benburb Priory loop from Armagh

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The Mall, Armagh – Benburb Priory loop from Armagh

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The Mall, Armagh – Benburb Priory loop from Armagh

04:24

72.5km

550m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 907 m for 249 m

After 1.49 km for 155 m

After 13.1 km for 112 m

Waypoints

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Parking

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1.03 km

The Mall, Armagh Memorials

Highlight • Historical Site

The Mall, Armagh lies between the old Jail and the Courthouse, legend has it a tunnel runs underneath linking the two. Various war memorials including a big Cannon and a memorial to the Armagh railway disaster.

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1.56 km

The Mall, Armagh

Highlight • Structure

The Mall is a beautifully-kept recreational area in Armagh. It's tree-lined edges and flat paved paths make it the ideal spot for a jog. Enjoy sights of beautiful georgian buildings and colourful flowerbeds as you pass through.

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13.2 km

Benburb Priory

Highlight • Cafe

The priory is a beautiful building in Benburb that invites the community to visit the library, museum, or grab a coffee and a scone at the wonderful cafe (fit with lovely indoor and outdoor seating). A small footpath leads from the priory to the river where you can explore further these wonderful grounds.

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13.6 km

Stables Café at Benburb Priory

Highlight • Cafe

Nice little cafe at Benburb Priory. Well worth a stop if you are in the area.

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42.2 km

Emy Lough

Highlight • Lake

Emy Lough is a picturesque lake that makes a perfect spot to stop for a picnic or even a swim on those sunny days!

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46.2 km

Glaslough Village

Highlight • Settlement

Glaslough is a cute village, full of character. It's name means ‘calm or green lake’ in Irish. You'll notice plenty of historical buildings as you pedal through and the Castle Leslie Estate is next to the village. Or even better, stop for a something to eat and drink.

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54.7 km

Glaslough Coffee Stop

Highlight • Cafe

Good coffee and hot food menu

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71.2 km

The Palace Demesne

Highlight • Natural

The Palace Demense is an important part of Armagh's history. Between 1770 and 1975 the palace was home to the Archbishops of the Church of Ireland.

A number of paved and gravel trails will lead you around the park and invite you to discover the nature and history of this 300-acre oasis. The park also features an outdoor gym if you feel like taking your activity up a notch.

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72.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

40.6 km

28.8 km

2.21 km

664 m

171 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

68.5 km

2.78 km

777 m

331 m

148 m

Elevation

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Highest point (150 m)

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Saturday 16 May

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The Mall, Armagh – Benburb Priory loop from Armagh

The Mall, Armagh Memorials

The Mall, Armagh

Benburb Priory

Stables Café at Benburb Priory

Emy Lough

Glaslough Village

Glaslough Coffee Stop

The Palace Demesne

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