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Hedgerow conservation between Galbally and Moor Abbey
BALLYHOURA Development CLG have been awarded a grant under the Community Heritage Grant Scheme to support biodiversity and sustainability.
The grant has been issued by the Heritage Council for a new community-led initiative, Ballyhoura Corridors: Securing Our Future Hedgerows.
This innovative project is designed to raise awareness of the crucial role that hedgerows play in rural Ireland’s landscape – from supporting biodiversity and wildlife corridors to providing sustainable solutions for land management.
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The initiative aims to raise awareness of the important ecological role that hedgerows play in supporting biodiversity, wildlife corridors, and sustainable land management in rural Ireland.
The project focuses on both the protection and rejuvenation of hedgerows, which are a key feature of Ireland's cultural and environmental landscape.
At the core of the project are two hands-on workshops that will provide beginner-level training in the traditional skill of hedge laying. This method helps restore and strengthen hedgerows, making them stock-proof and promoting their long-term health and growth.
Project lead at Ballyhoura Development CLG, John Scanlan said, “Hedge laying is not only a practical conservation tool but also a cultural heritage skill that connects us with generations past.
“Through these workshops, we hope to empower participants to play an active role in protecting biodiversity and the environment.” added John.
The project officially kicks off during National Heritage Week, August 16-24, with a Hedgerow Biodiversity Walk taking place on Saturday, August 23, from 11:00am to 1:30pm at Coote Hall, Kilmallock.
This guided walk will highlight the rich biodiversity supported by native hedgerows.
The Ballyhoura Corridors project reflects Ballyhoura Development’s ongoing commitment to sustainable development, rural resilience, and local heritage conservation.
The support from the Heritage Council enables this work to be carried out at a community level, securing the environmental legacy of hedgerows for future generations.
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