“The Meels” Hike & Wild Gourmet NI Experience

Hike & Wild Gourmet NI Experience

Join us for an unforgettable adventure at the Hike & Wild Gourmet NI Experience on Saturday , March 29, 2025, starting at 11:00 AM. Get ready to explore the stunning natural beauty of the Mournes while indulging in a unique culinary journey.

During this one-of-a-kind event, you'll have the opportunity to savor a wild gourmet experience like no other. Our expert chef will prepare delectable dishes using locally sourced ingredients.

Whether you're a food lover, nature enthusiast, or simply seeking a unique adventure, the Hike & Wild Gourmet NI Experience promises an unforgettable day filled with exploration, delicious food, and great company.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with nature, savor extraordinary flavors, and create lasting memories. Book your spot now and get ready for an extraordinary journey into the wild!

The day starts off with a loop hike taking in the twin peaks of Meelmore and Meelbeg.

Start and finish: Happy Valley Car Park

Distance: 5.5 km

Total Ascent: 520m

Approx Hike Time: 3-4hours

Level: Easy/Moderate

Terrain: rocky track, open mountain, single track, grassy slopes, short scramble, river crossings

WILD GOURMET NI

After your energising hike, you can relax and enjoy an immersive woodland experience around a warm campfire. You will be lead to the location in a sheltered forest grove where you will be treated to an experience like no other.

You can sit back and soak up the atmosphere while Paul from Wild Gourmet NI serves you a steaming bowl of warming stew and fresh homemade baked bread.

Now for the yummy stuff ..

We start with a choice of tender beef, carrot and radish stew or a bean and lentil veggie casserole both served with freshly baked foccacia and herb bread.

Then fill the corners with homemade chocolate, hazelnut and pistachio brownies served with a hot dark chocolate sauce and vanilla cream washed down with a nice warm cuppa.

All our food is made from locally sourced quality ingredients and will be served in recyclable serving dishes.

LEAVE NO TRACE

**All our experiences support the principles of the Leave No Trace Policy.

Our campfires are always contained within a fire pit and protected with a fire blanket to ensure the ground is not damaged.

Can I go on my own?

Of course, there are lots of people that join our events on their own, it won’t be long until you are making new mountain mates!

What you will need to wear:

Suitable footwear- this includes walking boots or waterproof hiking/mountain running trail shoes

Walking trousers or leggings (no jeans/cotton)

Insulating layers such as fleece or wool and a jacket

What you will need to bring with you:

Small backpack

Waterproof jacket and trousers

Hat and gloves

Water and snacks for the hike

A drink to have with lunch

Something to sit on

Extra layers for the Wild Gourmet NI experience

Are you ready for an adventure? You will get a guided hike with qualified and experienced mountain leaders who are outdoor first aid trained and will be carrying first aid and emergency equipment for your safety, and a dining experience with a trained and qualified chef.

Cost: £75

CANCELLATION POLICY:

IF WE CANCEL OR POSTPONE an event for any reason, you will have the option of:

1. Completing your activity on a rescheduled date

2. Receive a full refund.

IF YOU CANCEL:

If you notify us with over 14 days notice of the event start date credit will be given that you can use against other events. Within 14 days notice of an event there is no credit given and we do not offer exchanges/transfer of your ticket onto another event.

Please note: Due to the nature of the events we provide and the environments these take place in, hikes will not be cancelled simply because of bad weather. However they will be cancelled by us if bad weather deems the event dangerous. In this instance we will get in touch to notify you. Hikes are subject to minimum group numbers being reached. In the event that this does not happen, you will be notified and offered a full refund, or the opportunity to be transferred onto a different event.

Host or Publisher Wild Mountain NI