ABOUT US

Hillwalking Radio Club was formed in 2010 to provide safety communications for outdoor events across the Galtee mountains and it's environs. We are fully licensed by COMREG and all our members are trained as Community First Responders. Our club is built on the strength of volunteers, the support of our community and friendships we have built up over the years. Some of the events we support, The Winter Walking Festival, The Slievenamuck Half Marathon, The Pilgrims Walk Glen of Aherlow, The Ramble, The Winter Solstice on Slieve Ri and the Lantern and Starlight Walks at Christmas in Galbally. New members are always welcome. Follow us on Facebook

You can support us by donating into our Credit Union account IBAN, IE23TICU99103706316803 ensuring maximum transparency and safety or online using STRIPE Donations are always most welcome and help keep our First Responedrs trained, purchase of First Aid supplies, provide us with waterproof clothing and radio communications equipment.

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OUR EVENTS!

The Ramble, our Annual Community Walk, Galbally.

Date: Satutrday September 5th. Registration begins at 10:00 AM, with walks starting at 10:30am.
Location: Galbally Community Centre (Registration)
Fees: Free to participate, but donations are most welcome to defray organizational costs, fund insurance, and keep local First Responders equipped. Enjoy spot prizes, a cuppa, and refreshments following the walks.
Rules: Sturdy footwear is highly recommended, NO DOGS ALLOWED

Route Information

Walk A (Darby's Bed): A moderate 2-to-2.5 hour scenic hill walk that takes you up to the 265-meter peak of Deerpark Hill to see the 6,000-year-old megalithic passage grave.
Walk B (Jim Fahy Loop): An easy and family-friendly 3km riverbank and pathway route that starts at the 13th-century Moor Abbey. More info to follow. Queries to 086-0888145 or email hillwalkingradiogroup@gmail.com We really look forward to meeting everyone, having the chat.
If you can't be with us on the day plese consider DONATING HERE
The annual walk is heavily praised by the local community and past attendees for its welcoming atmosphere, beautiful scenery, and vital support for the local First Responders and emergency equipment. Queries to 086-4050064, 087-7431969, 086-0888145, or email hillwalkingradiogroup@gmail.com