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Sunday 17th May 2026, 11:30am The Irish Agroforestry Forum is excited to invite you to this year's Biodiversity Walk at Ireland’s only certified organic nursery featuring ornamental perennial garden plants— including 40 varieties of pollinator-friendly native Irish species. Nestled at the foot of Slieve Berneagh, Caherhurley Nursery and farm is run by Gert and Elisabeth...
This is a listing for one of Talamh Beo’s Farm Walks for National Biodiversity Week 2026: Future Oak Farm Biodiversity Walk Co Donegal. Talamh Beo has organised a very exciting line up of 14 Farm Walks for National Biodiversity Week 2026 which takes place all across the country from 15th-24th May. These walks are with...
This workshop is delivered as part of Biofest - a two day festival of biodiversity in West Cork. Join Paddy Sleeman on Cape Clear island to learn about the ways to detect the signs of otters in the wild. Wear suitable outdoor and weather-proof clothing. Numbers for this workshop are limited so booking is essential...
This event is delivered as part of Biofest - a two day festival of biodiversity in West Cork. Walk part of the Glen Loop on minor roads and the coastal pathway, climbing above the South Harbour and along the spectacular cliffs on the south of the island. Moderate to difficult walking, wear good shoes/boots and...
This workshop is delivered as part of Biofest - a two day festival of Biodiversity in West Cork. Join Cape Clear bird observatory warden John Horton to explore the fascinating diversity of flora and fauna found on Cape Clear, discovering anything that crawls, flies, jumps, swims, slithers or grows during a 2hr guided walk. Numbers...
Crann – Trees for Ireland Directors, PJ Fitzpatrick and Diarmuid McAree are delighted to lead a guided tree walk based in the woodlands of Belvedere House, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. This FREE guided walk will incorporate tree identification, forest ecology and forest eco-therapy, celebrating National Biodiversity Week 2026. The woodlands form the entire boundary of the...
This is a listing for one of Talamh Beo’s Farm Walks for National Biodiversity Week 2026: Knockvicar Alpaca Farm Biodiversity Walk Co Roscommon Talamh Beo has organised a very exciting line up of 14 Farm Walks for National Biodiversity Week 2026 which takes place all across the country from 15th-24th May. These walks are with...
Discover the rich biodiversity of Ireland in Ireland's Flora and Fauna with ECO-UNESCO, an engaging online workshop that takes you on a journey through Ireland's unique plant and animal species. Led by ECO-UNESCO's environmental experts, this session will explore the wonders of Ireland's natural habitats, from coastal ecosystems to woodlands. Learn how to identify native...
Come and join Mike Holden in Nenagh Library to learn about the pitfalls, problems, and likely barriers to successful home composting. Within this talk, you get a chance to hold and see various composting tools, a fully functioning wormery and an example of finished compost.
THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED Green Foundation Ireland, along with Raven Haven Aviaries, is holding a two-hour interactive biodiversity session. This family-focused outdoor event will provide participants with the opportunity to engage directly with birds of prey while learning about native species, habitats, and the importance of biodiversity conservation in Ireland. Through an engaging and...
Join the IPCC to explore Lodge Bog and all the species that call it home. Lodge bog is a raised bog that has been restored and conserved for biodiversity. Meet at the Bog of Allen Nature Centre at 6pm and enjoy a guided walk with IPCC staff who will share information about the bog, its...
Meet Kildare Wildlife Rescue, a registered charity for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. Last year, they repsonded to over 13,000 reports of wildlife in distress. Hear about their work and learn more about how to help our native wildlife.
Learn practical steps to protect and enhance biodiversity in your own community. Led by ECO-UNESCO’s environmental experts, this workshop will explore simple yet impactful actions you can take to support wildlife, conserve habitats, and promote sustainability. Whether you're a beginner or already an eco-advocate, you'll leave with the knowledge and tools to make a real...
Join the IPCC for a free butterfly walk on Lullymore West Nature Reserve. Lullymore West Nature Reserve is an example of a cutaway bog that has regenerated into a refuge for biodiversity, especially butterflies. 21 different species of butterfly are found on Lullymore West Bog, out of a total Irish species list of 31 including...
THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED This is a hands-on, practical workshop organised by Donna Mullen and carried out in St. Patrick’s National School, Ughtyneill.
National Biodiversity Week is organised by the Irish Environmental Network (IEN), with thanks to funding from the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS). Events are run by IEN member groups, as well as by Biodiversity Officers and other local groups.
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