Plan your stay
Make every day a little magical.
Mountain walks, memorable experiences and good food — all from your Fairy River base.
Find your stay plan Explore the local area
A little inspiration for your days
Two nights or five? Make them yours.
Flexible ideas, with arrival, departure and time to unwind built in.
2 nights
A short escape
1 full day to explore
- Arrival
- Settle in, playpark & an easy supper.
- Day 2
- Silent Valley, then Kilkeel for dinner.
- Departure
- Breakfast and a coastal stroll if time allows.
3 nights
A little more exploring
2 full days to explore
- Arrival
- Unpack and unwind.
- Day 2
- Silent Valley & Cranfield Beach.
- Day 3
- Tollymore Forest & Newcastle.
- Departure
- A relaxed breakfast before home.
5 nights
Room to slow down
4 full days to explore
- Arrival
- Settle into Fairy River.
- Day 2
- Silent Valley & an easy local walk.
- Day 3
- Tollymore Forest & Newcastle.
- Day 4
- Kilbroney Park & Rostrevor.
- Day 5
- A booked experience & time by the coast.
- Departure
- Breakfast, pack up and head home.
Suggested self-drive plans. Choose walks to suit your group and swap days around the weather.
Discover the Mournes
Wonderful places, close to your stay.
Get out and explore
A little adventure, your way.
Walking in the Mournes
Explore local paths or choose a guided mountain walk.
Kayaking & canoeing
Get out on the water with a local activity provider.
Local experiences
Meet the people. Discover the stories.
Book a local experience to make a day of it.
Book directly with each provider; check dates and age requirements.
Good food around the Mournes
Good food. Easy evenings.
From relaxed dining out to a cosy night in, there are plenty of options nearby.
Drinks for your stay
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KWM (Kilkeel Wine Mart) Wine, beer & spirits · KilkeelBrowse
Check opening times and delivery coverage directly.
A slower day at Fairy River
Enjoy the guest playpark, free audio stories and time together.
Your Mourne escape starts here.
Choose your dates and leave room for a little magic.