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      Mark Brown

      Mark Brown

      Adventurous | Energetic | Fun

      Mini Bio

      Born and raised in Belfast, my love for adventure began with BMX racing and watching BMX Bandits back in the day! I started racing road and mountain bikes at the age of 12, and since then, I’ve cycled and raced all over Ireland, England, Scotland, and Europe, embracing every challenge on two wheels. When I’m not cycling, you’ll find me hiking, climbing, or diving into the wild waters of Ireland, always seeking new ways to connect with nature.

      As a Wilderness Ireland guide, I’m excited to share my passion for the outdoors and the beauty of this island with you.

      Favourite Place to Play

      For cycling, it has to be the North Coast of Ireland. It offers spectacular scenery and views with never-ending beauty and hills. For hiking and climbing, the majestic Mourne Mountains offer breathtaking natural beauty, where you can truly be at one with nature.

      Not a lot of People Know This

      The main reason I love cycling and hiking is that I love going uphill. I love hills–the longer and steeper, the better!

      “I started racing road and mountain bikes at the age of 12, and since then, I’ve cycled and raced all over Ireland, England, Scotland, and Europe, embracing every challenge on two wheels.”
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      Qualifications Read More
      • RCGA (Road Cycle Guide Award)
      • British Cycling – Mountain Bike Leader 2
      Experience Read More
      • Cycling Ireland Road Leader
      • Mountain Bike Trail Leader
      • Mountain Leader
      • Climbing Wall InstructorActive hiker and cyclist for over 30 years.
      • Over the past 20 years, I’ve hiked and climbed in Scottish winters and the sunnier climates of Spain and Italy.
      • Recent Challenges:
        – Mizen Head to Malin Head solo cycle – amazing experience! July 2024
        – Mourne Mountains 7-7’s – August 2024
        – Rapha 500 challenge – Christmas 2024
      Biggest Adventure Read More

      Cycled from Milan to Venice over the Italian Dolomites, taking in some of the most iconic climbs for cycling in 7 days.

      Specialist Subject Read More

      Ireland – a land of vibrant places, rich culture, warm-hearted people, and unforgettable food!

      What Fellow Travellers Say About Mark

      Very accommodating, informative, friendly and overall just nice guys.

      Susan Freundl
      Private E-bike - Ireland's West Coast
      Reviewed on 14/10/2025

      Declan, Ferguson and Mark were outstanding

      Darcy Berkery
      Private E-bike - Ireland's West Coast
      Reviewed on 17/09/2025

      See prior comments

      Patricia Zadra
      Private E-bike - Ireland's West Coast
      Reviewed on 15/09/2025

      We thought Mark was an excellent guide. He provided cycle information, food recommendations, and provided help when one in our party was injured. Was always there or nearby to assist. He even took photos for us that were posted on a group chat.

      Terry R Legg
      Self Guided plus+ Cycling - Connemara & The Burren
      Reviewed on 18/08/2025

      He did a great job. Made the trip really enjoyable and special.

      Paul Varey
      Self Guided plus+ Cycling - Wild Atlantic Way Southwest
      Reviewed on 26/07/2025

      Mark Brown was an excellent guide. He was so positive and provided great suggestions each day. Fun to be around.

      Jane Colby
      Self Guided plus+ Cycling - Wild Atlantic Way Southwest
      Reviewed on 21/07/2025

      Guide was fantastic. Great ambassador for Ireland and the company.

      John Belding
      Self Guided plus+ Cycling - Wild Atlantic Way Southwest
      Reviewed on 14/07/2025

      Mark was superb . Nothing was to much trouble , his enthusiasm and pride were completely infectious . The effort he made to source special coffee and lunch spots to find super stop off points 10/10 . Great photography and we all appreciated the what’s app gallery and daily briefings . Finally very efficient always where he said he would be when he said he would be there and worked so hard to load and unload bikes and luggage to maximise R&R time for us . We enjoyed his company it was like having a 6th member of the group

      James Niblett
      Private - Self Guided plus+ Cycling - Wild Atlantic Way Southwest
      Reviewed on 26/06/2025

      Mark was outstanding as well as being thoughtful. knowledgable, good company and often went the extra mile .... could not have asked for more...

      John Andrew Curwen
      Private - Self Guided plus+ Cycling - Wild Atlantic Way Southwest
      Reviewed on 20/06/2025

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