20 winter walks in Ireland you can do within two hours

With lockdown loosened, we’re free to travel again within our counties. It’s the perfect excuse for a winter walk, says Adrian Hendroff

The Ben Bulben Forest walk in Sligo is an easy but rewarding trail under the shadow of the mighty Benbulben. Photo: Sligo Tourism

Adrian Hendroff

Now that we can travel again in our counties, and with country-wide travel possible from December 18, here are 20 great winter walks around Ireland, all doable within a family-friendly two hours.

Best for: Seascapes, kids aged 8-12, teens