The Midleton to Youghal (pronounced Yawl) Greenway extends a distance of 23 Kms and is situated east of Cork City in Co. Cork. The route can be broken into 3 stages. 

Midleton to Mogeely - 8 km

Mogeely to Killeagh - 5 km

Killeagh to Youghal - 10 km

 

Opened in 2024, the greenway runs along a former railway line between Midleton and Youghal. It is quite wide, has an excellent smooth tarmac surface and is very flat, see profile below.  

The greenway can be accessed via public transport from Midleton and Youghal. There is a commuter rail connection to Cork City (Kent Station) and onwards to the intercity rail network. There are Expressway bus connections in Midleton and Youghal. See the transport section of this site for Rail here and Buses here.

There is parking at Midleton, Mogeely, Kileagh and Youghal. 

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See Youtube video here shot during the development of the greenway in 2024 

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See the wonderful YouTube video from John Finn who walked the greenway just after it opened.

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The former railway stations along the route have been upgraded which adds to the attractiveness of the route. ​Trees and hedgerows have been retained along the greenway and have been augmented by new native species.  

Both Youghal and Midleton are interesting towns with a rich history to be explored. Youghal sits at the mouth of the river Blackwater and is a medieval town with several impressive historical buildings including the eighteenth-century clock tower which houses three floors of exhibits. . Youghal’s most famous resident was Sir Walter Raleigh who lived there for 17 years in the late 16th century. He is credited with having a significant impact on Irish history as he introduced the potato to Ireland. 

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Midleton’s most famous attraction is the Jameson whiskey distillery. A guided tour of the distillery gives a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Jameson’s seven iconic brands and a chance to sample a few of the famous blends.

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