The Silent Valley Reservoir is a reservoir located in the Mourne Mountains near Kilkeel, County Down in Northern Ireland. It supplies most of the water for County Down, surrounding counties and most of Belfast. It is owned and maintained by Northern Ireland Water Limited (formerly DRD Water Service). The reservoir was built between 1923 and ...

2024年1月2日 · Situated in the Silent Valley Park amid the Mourne Mountains, the reservoir provides much of the water for County Down. It’s around 50 miles south of Belfast and the closest large town is Kilkeel. The reservoir is surrounded by mountain peaks and woodlands and boasts spectacular views.

It attracts around 50,000 visitors per year most of whom come to enjoy the peace and solitude of this mountain area with its unique landscapes and varied wildlife. The Silent Valley Reservoir was built to gather water from the Mourne Mountains and is still today the main water supply source for most of County Down and a large part of Belfast .

Enjoy the tranquillity of silent Valley Mountain Park in the heart of the Mourne Mountains. Follow a trail to submerge in the beauty of the park. Find out about the industrial heritage which gave rise to the magnificent dams and shaped the surrounding landscape.

2021年2月16日 · Silent Valley Reservoir in the heart of the Mourne Mountains is one of the most beautiful places in Northern Ireland. Here is everything you need to know about visiting the Silent Valley Reservoir.

Built to gather water from the Mourne Mountains and supply it to Belfast and County Down, the Silent Valley Reservoir is one of Northern Ireland's most spectacular attractions.

It attracts around 50,000 visitors per year most of whom come to enjoy the peace and solitude of this mountain area with its unique landscapes and varied wildlife. The Silent Valley Reservoir was built to gather water from the Mourne Mountains and is still today the main water supply source for most of County Down and a large part of Belfast .

The reservoir grounds are open daily from 9am until 9pm (April-Oct) and 9am until 4pm (Nov-March) There is currently capacity for 120 cars - this will be on a first come first served basis and no access will be permitted once the site is at capacity.

2021年2月9日 · The Silent Valley Reservoir is a gorgeous 'off-the-beaten-path' beauty spot in Northern Ireland. Visit en route from Dublin to Belfast.

Browse the best walks around Silent Valley Reservoir and see interactive maps of the top 5 hiking trails and routes.