Massey Wood and Glendoo Brook – Hellfire Club Ruins loop from Hell Fire Club

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Massey Wood and Glendoo Brook – Hellfire Club Ruins loop from Hell Fire Club

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Massey Wood and Glendoo Brook – Hellfire Club Ruins loop from Hell Fire Club

01:04

8.80km

240m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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768 m

Massy's Wood

Highlight • Forest

The woodland trails in Massy's Wood make for a superb run. There are many interesting trees in the woodland; in the 1930s, a German enthusiast planted species from across the world here. You can link a run here to the infamous Hellfire Club building on Montpelier Hill.

Tip by

970 m

Massey Wood and Glendoo Brook

Highlight • Forest

Enjoy a stroll through this magical woodland featuring an old stone bridge across Glendoo Brook river.

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4.60 km

Hellfire Club Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Perched atop Montpelier Hill, lies the haunting ruins of the Hellfire Club, a mysterious hunting lodge steeped in legend and lore. 🏰 Originally built as a summer residence by William Conolly around 1725, the building has garnered a reputation for otherworldly encounters and eerie phenomena.

👻 Locally known as "The Brass Castle" this enigmatic structure stands amidst Hell Fire Wood, a forestry plantation teeming with Sitka spruce, larch, and beech. 🌲 According to local superstition, a storm that blew the lodge's roof off shortly after its completion was attributed to the Devil's wrath, punishment for disturbing a prehistoric cairn that once crowned the summit. ⛈️ Today, Montpelier Hill remains shrouded in mystery, captivating adventurers and paranormal enthusiasts alike with its tales of the supernatural. 🌌

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4.61 km

David Coyle Memorial at Montpelier Hill

Highlight • Monument

David Coyle memorial at Montpelier Hill

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4.96 km

Hellfire Wood

Forest

7.21 km

Hellfire Club (Montpelier Hill)

Highlight • Historical Site

Montpelier Hill, better known as the Hellfire Club, stands as a captivating landmark in the Dublin Mountains, blending history, folklore, and natural beauty in one compelling destination. 🏞️🏰 The imposing Hellfire Club, erected in 1725, beckons with its mysterious past, shrouded in eerie tales and whispers of the paranormal. 👻⚔️ Legends abound of clandestine gatherings and occult rituals within its walls, adding an intriguing dimension to its historical allure.

But Montpelier Hill offers more than just spine-tingling stories; it's a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers. 🚶‍♂️🍃 The trek to the summit rewards hikers with sweeping panoramas of Dublin and its surroundings, while the diverse landscape invites exploration, from tranquil woodlands to rugged moorlands. Whether delving into its haunted history or embracing its natural splendor, Montpelier Hill promises an unforgettable experience for all who venture its slopes.

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8.80 km

End point

Parking

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