Walking groups and routes near Belfast
A city walk can be a good way to start walking together. Compare the route information, then look for a group whose pace and meeting arrangements suit you.
Your pace. Your kind of walking company.
Check a group’s usual walking day, pace and distance before asking to join. For a weekend walk, choose Saturday or Sunday in the group search. Group bases and the places they walk can be different, so try the Walks search too.
Look for group walks near BelfastWhich route would your group enjoy?
These are route ideas from published sources, not scheduled NextRamble outings. Distances are approximate. Check the original provider’s directions, current access and facilities before using a route, especially if anyone has specific access needs.
Divis Ridge Trail, Divis and the Black Mountain
Divis and the Black Mountain, west Belfast, County Antrim
A hill loop on the Belfast Hills from the Long Barn car park, passing the Divis masts and boardwalk to the Black Mountain trig point and along the ridge towards Black Hill, with views across the city towards the Antrim Plateau and the Mournes.
6.8 km / 4.2 milesCircular route
- Surfaces and obstacles
- Uneven ground or tree roots
- Boardwalks or wooden bridges
- Stiles
- Gates or kissing gates
- Road walking or road crossings
- Hills and effort
- Not checked yet
- Facilities and rest stops
- Public toilets
- Accessible toilets
- Café
- Car parking
- Accessible parking bays
View the provider’s route for Divis Ridge Trail, Divis and the Black Mountain, opens a new tabSources and what to check
Official listing states free access with charges only for guided tours, plus National Trust car park charges. The National Trust property page could not be opened in this run, so current notices were not checked there.
Route facts from Discover Northern Ireland (Tourism NI) listings, with corroboration from Education Authority Healthwell.
Research checked . Recheck the provider’s current information before your visit.
How do you turn an idea into a group walk?
- Find a group, or create one for people you already know.
- Start a vote and choose from the researched route ideas, reuse a previous route or suggest your own.
- Check the details, add your date and meeting point, then let the group compare and vote.
The route, current conditions and each walker’s requirements need checking by the organisers. A facility label is useful information, rather than a guarantee that a route suits everyone.
New to walking with a group?
Can I look for walking groups near me?
Yes. Search using your town or full UK postcode, then compare a group’s usual pace, distance and walking day. You can browse public groups without signing in, and create an account when you want to ask to join.
Do I need an existing walking group?
No. Look for a group in your area, or bring friends and neighbours together in a new one. NextRamble helps you compare ideas and vote on your next walk, alongside the conversations you already have elsewhere.
Are there gentle walks as well as longer rambles?
Look at distance, terrain, hills and facilities together. A short route can still have steps or uneven ground. Ask the organisers about anything you need to know before agreeing to join a walk.