A new community baby memorial garden has been officially opened in Longford, providing a dedicated space for remembrance, reflection and comfort for parents and families who have experienced baby loss. The garden will be the first of its kind in the Midlands.
The Feather Garden in Ballinalee, located behind the playground, was opened with a special ribbon cutting ceremony, with families and members of the local community gathering to mark the touching occasion.
Scroll down to view photos from the official opening.
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5. The Feather Garden in Ballinalee
Michael Carroll and Celia Lynch | Picture: Shelley Corcoran

6. Feather Garden in Ballinalee
Andrea and Grace Donoghue | Picture: Shelley Corcoran
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7. The Feather Garden in Ballinalee
June and Stephen Keane, Olive, Adia and Rori Grennan, and Ber Kilmurray | Picture: Shelley Corcoran
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8. The Feather Garden in Ballinalee
Donna, Brendan, Dylan, Danielle, Adam and Harvey Curwin | Picture: Shelley Corcoran
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