Update 28/3/25
The original GZ is currently not accessible due to recent storm damage. A temporary replacement has been hidden nearby. The coordinates and hint have been altered and a new Spoiler added to the gallery. The outer container contains a pencil so the log must be signed! Thanks.
Rowallane Garden is a National Trust property so, while parking is free, there is a charge for non-members to enter the grounds. Please check the National Trust website for admission charges and opening times. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/rowallane-garden
The caches were placed with the permission of the staff of Rowallane and comply with National Trust guidelines. The Deputy Head Gardener accompanied us and helped us to choose locations for the caches.
Rowallane is an inspirational garden with many unusual features and unique plants from across the world. There are a great variety of plants, colours, sculptures and magical features in one of the most beautiful gardens in Northern Ireland. The garden has grown from the 19th century beginnings of the Rev. John Moore and his nephew Hugh Armytage Moore. Their vision helped create a place where you can leave the outside world behind and immerse yourself in nature’s beauty. The gardens are a mix of formal and informal spaces. The trees, plants and shrubs range in ages, size and colour and create a spectacle throughout the year. Rowallane Garden is ideal for leisurely walks, afternoon teas in the cafe or just simply relaxing on a seat in the walled garden.
Not far from GZ you will see the famous Handkerchief Tree or Dove Tree, Davidia involucrata vilmoriniana, which was discovered by a French missionary in 1896 and introduced to Rowallane in 1904. Please add your own photographs to your log.
The Cache is at the posted coordinates. It is a field puzzle that requires manual dexterity but please do not use force. It contains only a log so please bring your own pen. Tweezers may be required to extract the log and please note that only signed logs will be accepted.
Please be sure to replace the cache exactly as you find it. This may take some time so, if there is any difficulty, please contact the COs.