Explore Carntogher Countryside

Glenshane Pass

Glenshane Forest Ancient Mass Rock

Glenshane Forest Ancient Mass Rock is a challenging walk perfect for awakening the senses. Follow part of the Ulster Way through the forest then climb to the Ancient Mass Rock, otherwise known as the Priest’s Chair where sometime in the 17th or 18th Centuries, a young boy saved the life of a priest by lying to the Red Coats and sending them off in another direction.

Dungiven

Banagher Glen

Take a short walk through the steep wooded Banagher Glen, one of the oldest ancient oak woodlands in Ireland to Altnaheglish Reservoir and Banagher Dam

The reserve lies 4 miles to the south of Dungiven

Rosepark Farm

With over a mile and a half of beautiful wooded and rose walkways through the petting zoo, blue lagoon inland beach, zip wires, play area, bouncy castles and much more, Rosepark farm offers a fun-filled day out for families. Located 25 minutes from An Teach Glas.

Moneymore

The Jungle

As the leading outdoor activity provider in the North of Ireland, The Jungle Moneymore offers a friendly but professional service that will ensure you enjoy a daring adventure unlike any other. 

They offer a wide range adrenaline-packed adventure activities such as Zorbing, Paintball, High Wire Tree Top Adventure Courses, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Archery, Llama Trekking and much more.

The Jungle is nestled in an enchanting woodland among the rolling Sperrin Mountains at the heart of Northern Ireland. Just 45 minutes from Belfast or Derry/Londonderry, on the A29 between Cookstown and Magherafelt, The Jungle is easily accessible for all. Only 15 minutes from An Teach Glas.

Lough Beg

Church Island

Church Island is a small island on Lough Beg – 1.5 miles from Bellaghy. The later medieval church that stands today, was built on the site of an earlier monastic settlement, thought to have been founded by St Taoide (St Thaddeus).

A Bullaun Stone dating from this early settlement, is located close to the shoreline, to the south of the graveyard.

The tower and spire were built for Lord Bishop Hervey of Derry in the late 1700’s, to be seen from his house at Ballyscullion, and remains an iconic landmark to this day. Free parking and viewpoint is provided at Longpoint Wood.

Kilrea

The Lake Kilrea

The Lake Kilrea is one of Ireland’s premier day out destinations for people of all ages and abilities, situated 15 minutes from An Teach Glas. Whether you want to spend the day leaping around the largest inflatable waterpark in Ireland, or spend time paddleboarding, kayaking or open water swimming in the natural fresh water lake, the Lake Kilrea has you covered.