
Tannyranny
Short route along public road then climbs a lane to the open mountain side of Benbradagh. Countour along mountain to site of Tannyranney old church. Great views to the Sperrins, Roe Valley and Lough Foyle. No dogs as sheep grazing on mountain.
County
Londonderry
Distance
3.2 miles
OS Map
Sheet 8
Nearest Town
Dungiven
Route Shape
Circular
Route Type
Hill
Terrain
Road, track & open mountain
Grid Reference (Start)
C727135
Grid Reference (End)
C727135
Point of Interest
Tannyranny Old Church, Benbradagh Mountain
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Sperrins
Route Description
From Gelvin Community Hall turn left along the B64 Legavallon Road towards Dungiven. Turn left at the finger post and follow the lane as it climbs the north slopes of Benbradagh through two sets of gates. At the second set of gates continue right along a rough track along the countour of the mountain until you meet Tannyranny Old Church. To return retrace your steps to Gelvin.
Getting to the Start (by Public Transport)
Translink - journeyplanner.translink.co.uk
Getting to the Start (by Car)
From Dungiven take the B64 Legavallon Rd. Gelvin Community Hall is 3 miles along the road on your right.
Facilities
Toilets & refreshments in Dungiven
Publication
Sperrins Tourism walking guide
Publication Availability
STL
