Silent Valley Reservoir
Silent Valley Reservoir
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Silent Valley Reservoir
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Cycling
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September 24, 2023
Cycling
Situated in the Mourne Mountains AONB near Kilkeel, Silent Valley Reservoir not only supplies most of the water for County Down and Belfast, but it is also a beautiful spot to visit.
Nestled in the heart of the Mournes between Slieve Binnian and Slieve Muck, Silent Valley lives up to its name as one of the most peaceful and tranquil spots in County Down.
August 18, 2025
Hiking
September 25, 2022
Hiking
Northern Ireland Water Ltd. (Silent Valley, 2022-11-01):
niwater.com/silent-valley
“… This year, 2022, marks the one-hundredth anniversary of the completion of the Mourne Wall construction ...”
Wikipedia (Silent Valley Reservoir, 2022-09-25):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silent_Valley_Reservoir
de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silent_Valley_Reservoir
Wikipedia (Bell-mouth spillway, 2022-11-01):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spillway
de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hochwasserentlastung
YouTube (Drone Video, RODPIKER DRONES UK, 2022-09-25):
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Silent Valley Reservoir
4.5
(2)
30
hikers
34.7km
12:53
2,220m
2,230m
The Mourne Wall Challenge offers a highly demanding hiking experience through Northern Ireland's Mourne Mountains. This difficult route spans 21.6 miles (34.7 km) and involves an impressive 7300 feet (2225…
4.0
(3)
6
hikers
15.8km
05:19
740m
750m
Embark on a challenging hike through the Mourne Mountains with the Slieve Binnian & Wee Binnian loop. This difficult route spans 9.8 miles (15.8 km) and involves a significant elevation…
4.4
(14)
200
hikers
10.4km
02:45
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 30 m
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