Gosford Forest Park devastated in recent storms but Council staff praised for clean-up effort
Recent storms – Isha and Jocelyn – had a huge impact on Gosford Forest Park, felling many trees over the course of 72 hours. Matures…
armaghi.comI don’t have live access to the latest news right now, but here are the most recent items I can confirm about Gosford Forest Park from reputable sources:
In July 2024, Northern Ireland DAERA announced the opening of an £850,000 Adventure Play Trail at Gosford Forest Park, funded in part by DAERA’s Rural Development Programme. The project added five large play structures to create a large outdoor play area and was touted as a new attraction to boost rural tourism.[1]
The park faced weather-related disruption in January 2024, when storms caused significant tree damage, leading to temporary closures and ongoing clean-up work; mountain bike trails were also affected and expected to reopen after debris clearance.[2]
There have been ongoing development discussions and planning around Gosford, including earlier plans (circa 2016) for a broader “five-star family forest park” concept and continued efforts to expand visitor infrastructure and outdoor recreation opportunities in the area.[3]
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Recent storms – Isha and Jocelyn – had a huge impact on Gosford Forest Park, felling many trees over the course of 72 hours. Matures…
armaghi.comGosford Forest Park has 240 hectares of mixed woodland and open parkland with a variety of visitor attractions.
www.nidirect.gov.ukTwo years after the project was first announced and following a construction phase of more than 12 months, the revamped Leagues Club Park in Gosford is
coastcommunitynews.com.auGosford Forest Park is located outside the Co. Armagh village of Markethill. Gosford Forest Park, previously Gosford Demesne.
getactiveabc.comAmbitious plans are in the pipeline which could see Gosford developed into Northern Ireland's 'first five-star family forest park' at a cost of more than…
armaghi.comRural Affairs Minister Edwin Poots MLA has attended the official opening of the Adventure Play Trail in Gosford Forest Park at Markethill.
www.daera-ni.gov.ukExplore Gosford Forest Park—lush trails, diverse wildlife, family activities, and rich history surrounding the majestic Gosford Castle.
irishtravelhub.comMarkethill, Armagh BT60 1GD
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