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We're giving you the chance to experience one of Ireland's most rewarding coastal walks, with a self-guided walking holiday for two on the Sheep's Head Way in 2027 valued at £1,500.

Set on a quiet peninsula in southwest Ireland, the Sheep's Head Way is all about wild Atlantic scenery, rugged headlands, peaceful walking paths and warm local hospitality. Walking here is unhurried and immersive, with each day revealing sweeping sea views, hidden coves and a strong sense of place that feels wonderfully untouched.

To enter, simply be subscribed to our newsletter during the promotional period. It's where we share inspiration, walking advice and insights into Europe and the UK's most memorable trails. Full terms and conditions are available below.

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About the Sheep's Head Way

Walking the Sheep’s Head Way takes you to the far southwest of Ireland, where a narrow peninsula reaches into the Atlantic and life moves at a gentler pace. Starting and finishing in the harbour town of Bantry, the route follows the best sections of this well-marked coastal trail through one of West Cork’s most unspoilt landscapes. You walk along quiet lanes, grassy headlands and coastal paths with sweeping views over Bantry Bay and Dunmanus Bay, never far from the sea.

The journey links small villages such as Glanlough, Kilcrohane and Durrus, crossing the spine of the peninsula and climbing gently onto open ridges with wide ocean views. Along the way you pass lighthouses, old copper mines, standing stones and the ruins of medieval settlements, with time to enjoy local seafood, artisan produce and warm Irish hospitality. It is a rewarding coastal walk that combines scenery, history and a strong sense of place.

Walking distances are moderate, accommodation is in welcoming guesthouses and B&Bs, and each day combines rugged scenery, history and a famously warm Irish welcome.

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Hiking, Sheep's Head Trail |  Outlier Bantry House and Gardens, Co Cork |  Brian Morrison Oysters and Guinness in Ireland |  Sonder Visuals

 

About Walkers' Britain & Europe

Walkers' Britain & Europe specialises in thoughtfully designed walking holidays across the United Kingdom and Europe's most rewarding trails. With five decades of experience on the ground, we focus on routes that combine outstanding scenery, rich history and a genuine sense of place, from classic coastal paths and long-distance trails to quieter countryside walks.

Our holidays are created for people who love to explore on foot, at a comfortable pace, with the reassurance of expert planning behind them. Accommodation is carefully selected for warmth and character, daily distances are well considered, and every itinerary is shaped to help you enjoy the journey rather than rush through it.

Whether you prefer guided walks with knowledgeable leaders or the freedom of a self-guided experience, our aim is the same. To help you walk with confidence, discover remarkable landscapes and return home with a deeper connection to the places you have explored.

 

Rambling along the Dales Way |  Dan Briston Hiking in the Dolomites. |  Tim Charody The views over Madeira's majestic peaks from Pico do Arieiro |  Els van Veelen

 

Terms and Conditions

Entry is open to residents aged 18 years or over who subscribe (or are current subscribers) to the Walkers' Britain & Europe e-newsletter during the promotional period. The prize is for two people to walk the Sheep's Head Way in Ireland and must be used between 1 January 2027 and 31 December 2027. The prize does not include flights. The prize is valued as per the trip page. The prize is for a maximum of two people sharing twin accommodation. Entries close at midnight GMT on 10/12/2026. The prize will be announced in December 2026 via the Walkers' Britain & Europe newsletter, website and social media channels. By subscribing, you agree to the competition’s Terms and Conditions. See below for full details.

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Terms and Conditions

1. Information on how to enter and the prize form part of these Conditions of Entry.

2. Entry is open to individuals aged 18 years or over, unless prohibited by local laws, who subscribe to the Walkers' Britain & Europe e-newsletter during the promotional period. Employees and their immediate families of the Promoter and its agents are ineligible.

3. To enter, entrants must subscribe to the Walkers' Britain & Europe e-newsletter at www.walkersbritain.co.uk.

4. The Promoter reserves the right to verify entries and disqualify any entrant who breaches these Terms and Conditions.

5. Incomplete or indecipherable entries will be deemed invalid.

6. Promotion commences on 2/02/2026 and entries close at midnight GMT on 10/12/2026. The draw will take place on 11/12/26 at 11.00am.

7. The prize consists of two travellers on the Sheep's Head Way self-guided walking tour in Ireland, valued at a maximum of £1500, redeemable on in 2027 for up to two travellers in twin-share accommodation.

8. Travel must be completed between 1 January 2027 and 31 December 2027 and is subject to availability.

9. Prize redemption must be made directly with Walkers' Britain & Europe and requires completion of all booking documentation.

10. The prize excludes flights, visas, travel insurance and all ancillary costs not outlined in the trip notes.

11. The prize winner is responsible for all personal expenses.

12. The prize winner agrees to provide one blog article and a minimum of five images for Walkers' Britain & Europe marketing use.

13. The prize is not transferable, exchangeable or redeemable for cash.

14. No responsibility is accepted for late, lost or misdirected entries.

15. The Promoter reserves the right to substitute the prize if necessary.

16. An unclaimed prize draw will be conducted if required.

17. Except where liability cannot be excluded by law, the Promoter is not responsible for loss or damage arising from acceptance of the prize.

18. The Promoter is Walkers' Britain & Europe,1B Osiers Road, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1NL.  ATOL 4491.

19. Personal information is collected and used in accordance with Walkers' Britain & Europe privacy practices.

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