DUBLIN WALKING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Moonlit Ridgewalks: A Guided Full‑Moon Stroll from Shankill Along Dublin’s Coastal Hills
A 2.5‑hour guided Full Moon Walk from Brady’s Pub in Shankill that traces the Dublin Mountain Trail to ancient monastic sites and coastal viewpoints—this guide explains the route, what to bring, and who the walk suits.
Moonlit Ridgewalks: A Guided Full‑Moon Stroll from Shankill Along Dublin’s Coastal Hills.
Experience the subtle drama of Wicklow and Dublin by moonlight on a short guided outing that moves from Shankill out along the Dublin Mountain Trail to historic and coastal vantage points; the walk is deliberately compact—about 2.5 hours—and designed to be accessible to most fitness levels.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Moonlit coastal ridgelines and rolling Wicklow sweep
Under a full moon the trail opens onto long views across the Dublin and Wicklow coastline; the route includes hilltop outlooks such as Carraickgollogan where the nighttime sweep of sea and shore becomes the walk’s visual anchor.
Rath Michael and the Rathdown slabs
The Shankill itinerary visits the early Christian monastic site at Rath Michael, notable for its antiquity and the Viking‑era gravestones known as the ‘Rathdown slabs’—a quiet, evocative stop under moonlight.
Industrial and woodland markers—Ballycorus chimney and forest trails
The walk threads a well‑made forest trail toward the Ballycorus lead‑mines chimney, linking the pastoral, coastal and industrial layers of the Dublin‑Wicklow landscape on a route that’s straightforward to follow by torchlight.
What the day feels like
What the walk feels like
You meet at Brady’s Pub in Shankill and set off along the Dublin Mountain Trail, crossing the motorway and following quiet lanes toward the ancient monastic site at Rath Michael before climbing toward Carraickgollogan for coastal views. The route then drops onto a pleasant forest track that leads past the Ballycorus lead‑mines chimney and returns on a slightly different trail to Brady’s Pub—an easily managed 2.5‑hour circuit with local guides offering history and folklore along the way.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this walk suits—and what to consider before you book.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Walking boots or trainers, water, head torch or handheld torch, warm top, gloves and hat, waterproofs, a snack, and a backpack with spare warm top and socks.
Sturdy walking shoes or boots are recommended; bring a head torch or handheld torch for night navigation and spare batteries if needed.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Full Moon Walk?
The walk will take approximately 2.5 hours.
Where do we meet?
Meeting point is Brady’s Pub in Shankill.
Do I need previous walking experience?
No previous walking experience is required; the walks are suitable for most levels of fitness.
What should I bring for a night walk?
Bring walking shoes or boots, water, a head torch or handheld torch, warm clothing, waterproofs, a snack, and a backpack with spare layers and socks.
What if the weather is poor on the night?
Another walk may be chosen on the night depending on weather, but it will be of the same length and time.
How do I get to Shankill from Dublin?
Options include driving via the N11 and R837 (about 30 minutes from the city centre), taking public buses (84/a from Blackrock; 145 or 155 from the city centre), or the southbound DART from the city centre.