Peatlands Park
Peatlands Park was specifically established to promote and facilitate peatland awareness and issues. The peat here has been forming for about 10,000 years.
Visitors can explore the 265ha (680 acre) site on foot along its many paths and wooden walkways. In fact there are over 16km (10 miles) of paths leading you through the many and varied habitats within the park.
The park is rich in insects, particularly butterflies, moths, dragonflies and damselflies. Many woodland and wetlands birds and several species of waterfowl nest here. Grey squirrels, badgers and hares are also present, while lizards and newts can be found in the open bog areas.
Within the park are two National Nature Reserves; Annagarriff and Mullenakill.
Visit the peatlands website to learn more about peatland habitats.
Education
If you are planning a visit or looking for educational resources on this site, please visit this page.
Facilities
- Visitor Centre
- Education Centre
- Toilets
- Access for disabled visitors
- Railway (carriages adapted for wheelchairs)
- Scooters for Shopmobility members
- Car/bus parking
- Souvenir shop
- Waymarked Routes Map (.PDF 358kb)
Access and Booking
Open daily Easter - end September from 9am to 9pm
October - Easter from 9am to 5pm daily
Visitor Centre is open daily Easter - end September from 10am to 6pm
October - Easter the centre is closed.
Education Centre is open daily July & August from 10am to 6pm
October - Easter from 12pm to 4pm Sundays only.
For educational visits to this site, please call the number below to arrange.
Car Parking
FREE parking is available for 200 cars or 20 coaches including 12 disabled parking bays. There is also a smaller Car Park at Derryadd Lough on the eastern margin of the park. Please contact the park staff if you require vehicle access into the park.
Contact Us
Peatlands Park
33 Derryhubbert Road
Dungannon
BT71 6NW
Tel: 028 3885 1102
Fax: 028 3885 1821
Email: peatland@doeni.gov.uk
Getting Here
Peatlands Park is located at Junction 13 off the M1.
You can get to Peatlands park via the national cycling network however, please note that cycling/mountainbiking is not permitted in the park except for on vehicular roads.
Railway
The Peatlands Park narrow gauge Railway has been associated with the area since the 1950's and is a big attraction for the young and old alike. The new locomotive can take up to 70 passengers at a time on a 1.5km journey through leafy tunnels and restored open bog. Two of the carriages have been specially adapted to take wheelchairs. Close by the railway platform, a short stroll around the Bog Garden will provide the visitor with a chance to see virtually all the flora species associated with the peatland habitat.
Train Prices
Adults £1.00
Children 50p
Senior Citizens 50p
Under 5's FREE
Group Bookings (12+) 50p
Events 2009
Throughout 2009 Peatlands Park will be hosting a number of major events.The train will be free during these events.
Spring Into Life
Easter Sunday (11April 2009) between 12.00 and 5.00pm.
Our annual celebration of Easter and wildlife gardening event. Your chance to help your local wildlife by making a bird nest box and learning how to garden for wildlife. Lots of children's fun activities including environmental art and face painting. Free train rides all day.
International Bog Day including The Northern Ireland Bog Snorkelling Championship 2009
Sunday 26th July between 11.00 and 5.00pm.
The goal of International Bog Day is promote an understanding of the natural beauty and value of peatlands and highlight their current plight. Celebrate International Bog Day at Peatlands Park and enjoy at leisure the natural beauty and culture of our bogs. Activities include face painting, kid’s arts and crafts. If you fancy a dip in a muddy bog drain, then contact the Park for an entry pack and take the plunge in the Bog Snorkelling Championship 2009. Click here to find out more and download an Entry Pack. Free train rides all day, stopping off at the Bog Snorkelling to drop off and pick up passengers.
Apple Day
Sunday 25th October 2009 between 11.00 and 5.00pm.
A celebration of our county apple heritage. Apple crafts, games, tasting, cookery demonstrations, food and fun for all the family. Free rides on the Orchard Express.
The Park Code
- Protect wildlife, plants and trees
- Take all litter home or use bins provided
- Ensure all dogs are kept under control and not allowed to foul paths and mown grass
- Guard against all risks of fire
- The park contains some natural hazards, so stay on the paths and supervise children
- Make no unnecessary noise
- Cycling and mountain biking are not permitted in the Park except on vehicular roads
- Horse riding is only allowed in certain areas in the park and by permit only
- Camping is not permitted
