Kings Mountain Noble 6 Tour
Hike the majestic Kings Mountain overlooking Glencar.
Learn the story of the Sligo Noble 6 while visiting the site high in the mountain.
Step back in Sligo history and hike to the magical summit of Kings Mountain overlooking Glencar and Sligo town while visiting the site of the Sligo Noble Six tragedy.
100 years ago, on the steep slopes of Kings Mountain, coated in a mist of hazy rain, six men while attempting to flee to safety tragical met their fate in an encounter that would reverberate in headlines around the globe.
The is the story of the Sligo Noble Six, the counties tragic Irish Civil war story. Join our guides and follow the footsteps of four of the men while you learn about the event and how confusion at the time led to many variations of the facts surrounding the faithful morning. Now marked in history with a memorial cross erected on the site of the tragedy we pause here
Following the Nobel Six visit our guides will lead you higher to reach our summit for the day boasting spectacular views over Glencar and Sligo Town. This corner of the mountain range hides some of Sligos most amazing sites like Kings Gully, Balcony Cave and Annach Re Mhor, a huge fissure cut deep into the mountain that invites you to explore mountain within.
Your day will be packed with historic stories and awe-inspiring views.
This Hike requires a minimum of 4 bookings to run. If this number is not reached 3 days before your selected date you will be issued with a full refund.
- Hike Kings Mountain, Sligo.
- Hear the story of the Sligo Noble 6 and visit the site.
- Suitable for anyone with a basic level of fitness, a keen attitude and an adventurous nature.
- Allow 3 hours for hike.
Appropriate outdoor clothing necessary.
Example: Boots/appropriate hiking footwear, waterproof jacket/leggings, insulation layers. No denims.
Water and snacks.
Experienced and fully qualified Mountain Leader.
Hikers may not be allowed to join group if not dressed appropriately for mountainous terrain.
Striclty no dogs.
For bookings outside of online booking times please contact: Info@northwestadventuretours.ie
- In the event of a cancellation the Customer must contact Northwest Adventure Tours directly in writing by email to: info@northwestadventuretours.ie
- Cancellations will not be accepted by text or phone call.