Slievenaglogh

Getting to the top of Slievenaglogh means a proper hill walk rather than a casual stroll, but the Mourne foothills treat you kindly once you're committed. This is a walkers' peak - not one of the headline mountains that everyone photographs, but the sort of place where you actually see something when you get there instead of just standing in mist cursing your navigation app.

The route up isn't technical, just steep enough to get your heart working. On a clear day the views across County Down towards the Mourne Mountains proper are genuinely worth the effort. The summit itself is tidy without being spectacular - you won't find crowds or a café, which is exactly the point.

Newry sits just a few miles north and makes a sensible base if you're planning a few days around the Mournes. Both Greenview Glamping and Annalong Holiday Park are within easy striking distance, so you could make this a morning walk before heading back for lunch. Realistically, allow two to three hours return depending on fitness and how many times you stop for photos.

Best tackled in drier months - the ground gets boggy and the views disappear fast in the wet. It's a proper hill walk, not a family ramble, so kids need to be genuinely keen. But if you're staying in the area and fancy something off the main tourist track, it delivers.