Trail Description

Beautiful meandering walk through an established coniferous woodland. Heading west along the path through the forest will bring you to St. Munna’s Bed, a large flat rock protruding from the side of the valley. St. Munna, who founded a monastery in Taghmon in about 597, is believed to have rested here as a retreat during the summer months. There is a cross hewn in its centre. Lying on this rock is reputed to help with back aches and pains and some people still do it nowadays.

Following the path from this point will eventually bring you to the old derelict woollen factory which is cordoned off for safety reasons. This factory, powered by a waterwheel from the river manufactured woollen blankets. It ceased production about 1915. In the day there was a sign here which stated ‘When you have done your business, please go about your business, so we can do our business’!

Coming back from the factory and keeping to the left brings you along a beautiful meandering path through the woodland by the river. You may not see them during the day, but badgers, foxes, pine martins and squirrels frequent these woods. During the day you will hear the birds singing. Looking into the river, you will most likely see trout flitting by.

Along this scenic path through the trees you will eventually come to the steps that bring you to St. Munna’s Well. This natural well is believed to have healing properties too. Some people still use it today to leave offerings for their loved one’s.

Don’t Miss…

• St. Munna’s bed
• St. Munna’s Well
• Derelict Woollen Factory (circa 1915)
• Large Redwood trees
• Beautiful meandering river walk
• Café and pubs in the village of Taghmon.