GOLDEN MILE LOOP
Moderate Effort  (2/5 Difficult level)
Flat
~ 6400 steps ~5km
~ 1 hour
Dog Friendly
Traffic volume – Low
Proper Roadway/Footpath for whole of loop
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There is a art works on the route , as well as a Tree Trail featuring a variety of trees.
There are also some scenic views
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Head out Thurles Road from Borrisoleigh, turn right at first junction after the park.
There are some local exhibts along the walk
This loop is also noted for its variety of TREEs  and a  TREE Trail  is marked along the walk
Some fairies have also set up home on the walk
Turn LEFT at next Junction
At the next Junction head straight
Turn Right onto main Thurles Road, and head back towards Borrisoleigh
Look out for a traditional Irish water pump on the left as you walk back towards Borris
Head straight .
On the far side of the road is
“Gairdin na Saoirse”  which is a commenoration of the 1916 rising with 16 planted trees and a nod to the UKRAINAIN struggle against its current occupiers.
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Continue on straight into Borrisoleigh.
Once you reach the church, the loop has been completed
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CONGRATULATIONS  YOU HAVE COMPLETED the   BORRISOLEIGH GOLDEN MILE LOOP – 5km in total  !!