2012年10月6日 星期六

Glenariff Forest Park 格林納里弗森林公園


Glenariff Forest Park 

第一次來到這個森林公園(如果之前小時候有去過的話那我真的就記憶飛逝了(ry)),之前看到Elms的服務員大哥大姐們貼出Oct這整個月週末的行程要去哪邊時對於這森林就很感興趣。雖然我並不是位countryside girl,但體力與耐力來說我還蠻有自信的(笑)。

所以來去森林吸收芬多精囉( ´ ▽ ` )ノ


上網查了一下資料才發現這裏有還蠻可愛的昵稱耶。

Glenariff — Queen of the Glens,女王的幽谷。



Glenariff Forest Park lies in the heart of the world famous Nine Glens of Antrim, a designated "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty", and an area to which tourists have been coming for over a century. Glenariff, the Queen of the Glens, is considered by many people to be the most beautiful of the nine Antrim Glens.
The Park covers an area of 1185 ha of which 900 ha have been planted with trees. The remainder consists of several small lakes, recreation areas and open space left for landscape and conservation reasons.Bisecting the Park are two small but beautiful rivers; the Inver and the Glenariff, containing spectacular waterfalls, tranquil pools and stretches of fast flowing water tumbling through rocky steep-sided gorges.
The unique Waterfall Walkway, a popular tourist attraction since it opened 80 years ago,has been significantly upgraded along its 3 mile length which passes through a National Nature Reserve.
Its three waterfalls provide a rich backdrop for photographers, as do the other Forest Trails that offer panoramic landscapes and peaceful riverside walks.

中文簡略意思+自我流介紹:

格林納里弗森林公園位於世界有名的安特里姆郡九大幽谷內的中心地帶,也被是『卓著的自然風景區』。而格林納里弗,稱之『女王的幽谷』,更被廣大的民眾認定是九大幽谷中最美的地方。

園區內麻雀雖小,五臟俱全,1185公頃中有900公頃是種植樹木,其中也有許多小湖泊、河流以及瀑布景觀區。徒步區內皆有休息處可以讓旅客稍作休息、避雨、丟垃圾等。是一處非常適合攝影者的攝影天地。

有附設停車場,也有餐廳及洗手間,上路前若沒有帶食物也可以在餐廳購買(建議多帶零錢,若要用信用卡付款最低消費要十磅)。


開始出發的羊群~ 來北愛就是想要拍拍羊群,但這是我相機拉最遠的距離了可惡(?)

森林區有四個主要的徒步路線,基本上都是環繞著在走。


  • Viewpoint Trail (1km) 
  • Waterfall Walk Trail (3km) 
  • Scenic Trail (8.9km) 
  • Rainbow Trail (0.6km) 

紅線>有Steps、Gullies、Tree Roots
黑線>有Steps、Gullies、Fences、Streams、Boulders

其實都可以走通(?)然後走一走可以切換,因為都是環繞著在走路。
然後因為這次去的時候只有大約三小時的路程,所以我跟M姐打算走3公里的就好了,走一走累了再回去餐廳喝茶(因為其實我們兩人都還在持續咳嗽嗚嗚)。

中途走一走接到了Rainbow Trail,但其實有點瞎哈哈。


Waterfall Walkway - 3km walking.

介紹 / 來源:Discover Northern Ireland

The unique Waterfall Walkway, opened 80 years ago, has been significantly upgraded along its 3 mile length which passes through a National Nature Reserve. 

Three waterfalls provide a rich backdrop for photographers, as do the other forest trails that offer panoramic landscapes and peaceful riverside walks. A visitor centre, exhibition, interactive display, shop, caravan/camping site (open Easter - October) and a seasonal restaurant complement this "gateway to the Glens". Disabled access. 



老實說氛圍還蠻棒的,不過我們走短的路程所以後頭景色就有點無趣(?)
對於我這種都市小孩還說其實就是綠綠綠一片,但對M姐已經習慣住在郊區來說有點小失望,嘛,看每個人的感覺囉:)

但走來走去一直讓我想到火影忍者哈哈哈。



老實說有去走一走還蠻有趣的,看到很美麗的景色,一直讓我覺得在拍電影的場景。
況且這種機會也難得,但還是要付費,總金額也才4鎊含來回車資跟入場費,很划算只是這只限定於週末還住在校舍內的同學哈哈。
如果要自行前往的話最好問清楚,因為還蠻郊區的,可能會有巴士但北愛的巴士實在是⋯⋯不知道該怎麼說的複雜啊(躺,如果像青年旅社那有包裝形成或許會比較好。

記得穿擋風擋雨的外套?雨傘或者雨衣帶備用,帽子一定要帶,北愛的風實在是冷到不行。


General Information
      來源:園區內的手札

Opening Hours: Open everyday of the year from 10:00am until sunset.
Admission: Charges are displayed at the entrance to the park.
Services:

  • Caravanning and Camping Sites.
  • Picnic and Barbecue area.
  • Glenariff Tea House.
  • Way-marked Trails.
  • Horse riding routes.
  • Guided Tours ( bookable by organized groups )
  • Special events ( arranged by permit )
  • Disabled facilities

官方資料

The Forester in Charge, Recreation East
6 Forest Road, Garvagh, BT51 5EF

Telephone: 028 2955 6000

www.nidirect.gov.uk/forests 


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