Midleton Greenway

The Midleton Greenway is a popular walking and cycling route located in East Cork, Ireland. It’s a 23km-long off-road trail that follows the former railway corridor between Midleton and Youghal. The greenway offers scenic views of the countryside and will pass through several charming villages when finished, but for now it stops in Mogeely.

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Here are some key points about the Midleton Greenway:

Length: 23km
Route: Connects Midleton, Mogeely, Killeagh, and Youghal
Terrain: Flat and suitable for all levels
Amenities: Bike hire, cafes, and parking facilities
Scenic views: Offers stunning views of the East Cork countryside

Here are some additional details:

Phase 1: The first phase of the greenway, from Midleton to Mogeely, is already open to the public.
Future phases: The remaining sections of the greenway are still under construction.
Access: The greenway is accessible to people of all ages and abilities.
Activities: Popular activities include walking, cycling, and birdwatching.

If you’re interested in learning more about the Midleton Greenway, you can visit the following websites:

Cork County Council: https://www.corkcoco.ie/en/resident/greenways/midleton-to-youghal-greenway
Midleton Greenway: https://midletongreenway.com/
Sport Ireland: https://www.corkcoco.ie/en/resident/greenways/midleton-to-youghal-greenway

I hope this information is helpful!

Here are some key points about the Midleton Greenway:

Length: 23km
Route: Connects Midleton, Mogeely, Killeagh, and Youghal
Terrain: Flat and suitable for all levels
Amenities: Bike hire, cafes, and parking facilities
Scenic views: Offers stunning views of the East Cork countryside

Here are some additional details:

Phase 1: The first phase of the greenway, from Midleton to Mogeely, is already open to the public.
Future phases: The remaining sections of the greenway are still under construction.
Access: The greenway is accessible to people of all ages and abilities.
Activities: Popular activities include walking, cycling, and birdwatching.

If you’re interested in learning more about the Midleton Greenway, you can visit the following websites:

Cork County Council: https://www.corkcoco.ie/en/resident/greenways/midleton-to-youghal-greenway
Midleton Greenway: https://midletongreenway.com/
Sport Ireland: https://www.corkcoco.ie/en/resident/greenways/midleton-to-youghal-greenway

I hope this information is helpful!

Mogeely is primarily known for its rich history and its role in the Midleton Greenway.

Here are some key points about Mogeely:

Historical significance: The village has a long history dating back to medieval times. It was once the seat of the local ruling family and played a role in the Anglo-Norman invasion of Cork.
Midleton Greenway: Mogeely is a popular stop along the Midleton Greenway, a scenic walking and cycling route that connects Midleton and Youghal.

Mogeely is primarily known for its rich history and its role in the Midleton Greenway.

Here are some key points about Mogeely:

Historical significance: The village has a long history dating back to medieval times. It was once the seat of the local ruling family and played a role in the Anglo-Norman invasion of Cork.
Midleton Greenway: Mogeely is a popular stop along the Midleton Greenway, a scenic walking and cycling route that connects Midleton and Youghal.

Mogeely Train Station

Midleton to Mogeely Greenway opened 7th march 2024 by Cllr Frank O’Flynn and Jack Chambers TD

The historic town of Midleton started by Cistercian monks in 1180 building there monastery beside the Owenacurra river. Midleton was a market town and is where the Murphy family opened a distillery making whiskey in 1825.

4 February 1963 saw the last train to Youghal

This railway built in the early 1860s linking Cork and Youghal, but after David Leopold Lewis became bankrupt who was a major shareholder in the railway it was consumed by Great Southern and Western Railway. More……..