Northern Ireland
Slieve Binnian East Top
639M
2096FT
About Slieve Binnian East Top
Rising as a distinct granite shoulder on the eastern flank of its parent peak, this summit provides a rugged, wind-scoured experience. The terrain is a mix of high-altitude heath and weathered rock, offering an exceptional, plunging view down into the Silent Valley and across to the sharp profile of Slievelamagan.
Key Statistics
Rank
16th Highest in Northern Ireland
Parent Range
Mourne Mountains
Prominence
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24.5m
Nearest Town
Ballyveagh Beg Upper
Geology
Mourne Granite & Silurian Shale
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
J326231
Latitude
54.1399°N
Longitude
5.9718°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Binnian is derived from the Irish Sliabh Binneáin, meaning 'mountain of the little peaks.' This refers to the dramatic, weathered granite tors that crown the summit ridge, sculpted by millions of years of erosion.
- •The peak sits directly above the Silent Valley, the site of a massive early 20th-century civil engineering project that created the reservoirs still providing much of Belfast’s water supply.
- •Walkers usually reach this top via the 'Binnian Loop' from Carrick Little car park, a route that offers a bird's-eye view of the Ben Crom Dam and the sprawling plains of County Down leading toward the Irish Sea.
- •While it is technically a subsidiary top, the exposure here during a northeasterly gale is quite sufficient to make you feel like you are standing on the highest point in the world.