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Join Us for the 12 O’Clock Hills Winter Solstice Walk
Experience the magic of the Winter Solstice with our annual guided hike through the 12 O’Clock Hills on Saturday, 21st December.
This 7km hike will take you to the Upper Hills and back via the Forestry Road, offering a memorable way to celebrate the shortest day of the year.
Important Details:
With places limited to 200 participants, early booking is essential. Secure your spot online today and join us for this enchanting evening hike.
Book now and make it a solstice to remember!
The Hill Knockanuarha (12 O’Clock Hills) is located 5 km (3.1 miles) southeast of Kilkishen village in East Clare, Ireland. The main summit is marked by an Ordnance Survey Trig Point or Triangulation Pillar. The height is 309 metres or 1014 feet above mean sea level. There is another peak about 10 metres lower and 400 metres away to the west south west.
The unveiling of the map board by local sporting heroes.
From left to right: Conor Cooney 2013 All Ireland Hurling medalist, Sean Hehir winner Dublin City Marathon 2013, Patrick Donnellan Captain of the Clare Senior Hurling Team and All-Ireland winner 2013.
After many exploratory walks a ‘Twelve O’Clock’ Committee was formed with the idea of developing the area as a local amenity.
Today, the committee are as follows: Chairman Patsy Neville, Vice Chairman John Lenihan, Secretary Ger Grace, Treasurer Antoin Devitt, PRO Maureen Cleary, John Lyons, Joe Hyde, Ger McErlian, Noel Gallagher, and Olive Liddane.
The projects aim is to celebrate the heritage of the many hill dwellers who once lived in Upper Belvoir, Crag and Snata and provide safe and signed walking routes for recreational , heritage and scenic purposes.
The hill Knockanuarha also known as the 12 O’Clock Hills (eircode V95 YKN5) is located 5 km (3.1 miles) southeast of Kilkishen village in East Clare, Ireland.
There is a spacious Car Park at the Belvoir Trailhead, which opened in June 2019. It can accommodate at least 90 cars on two levels and has a public toilet.
The 12 O’Clock Hills are designed for anyone who wants to go walking or hiking in East Clare. If you love walking and have a passion for getting outdoors the 12 O’Clock Hills is the perfect place for you to plan your next outing.
Halloween Bank Holiday in Clare: Five activities to help celebrate the spooky season
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Samhain, or Halloween, is upon us and County Clare has something for everyone with spooky activities planned across the county.12 O’Clock Hills, Belvoir, Sixmilebridge Co. Clare
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