The Native Woodland Trust

The Native Woodland Trust An Irish charity dedicated to preserving Ireland’s ancient woodlands and creating new native woodland
Registered Charity RCN20045265

We’re heading back to Bevan’s Wood (Co Wicklow) next Saturday (27 June) for what feels like a real turning point in this...
17/06/2026

We’re heading back to Bevan’s Wood (Co Wicklow) next Saturday (27 June) for what feels like a real turning point in this woodland’s story 🌳

Since storm Eowyn, a huge amount of work has gone into restoring and securing the old deer fence — and now the end is finally in sight.

What comes next is what it’s all about:
🌱 Natural regeneration continuing unbrowsed
🌳 Young trees growing strong enough to stand on their own
🌿 The gradual removal of tree guards as the woodland establishes
We’re calling on our Wicklow volunteers to help bring this work over the line 💪

📍 Meeting Details
🕙 10:00am
📍 Poulaphouca Lake (Valleymount)
👉 https://maps.app.goo.gl/uJpoPmoY2cWmXJmQA
We’ll walk into the site from there.
We'll be on site until 4pm, so feel free to drop in anytime if you can’t make the full day 🙌
DM to RSVP or email [email protected]

🎒 What to bring

Working gloves
Welly boots preferred
Waterproof layers
Water + snacks
Cup/mug for tea ☕

County Wicklow Public Participation Network Wicklow Volunteer Centre

While walking our Girley Wood reserve on the edge of Girley Bog (Co. Meath), we were lucky enough to observe two Wood Wh...
17/06/2026

While walking our Girley Wood reserve on the edge of Girley Bog (Co. Meath), we were lucky enough to observe two Wood White butterflies face to face — holding position for a surprisingly long time.

Most likely, this was a moment of courtship — a gentle, almost still interaction where one butterfly assesses the other before mating. Unlike more showy species, Wood Whites are known for their subtle and delicate behaviour, taking their time with these exchanges. Enough time for us to get up close and admire them 🦋

We’ll be back at Rinnagan Wood Co. Roscommon and Tree Nursery this Sunday (14 June) for a nursery and site work day Ther...
11/06/2026

We’ll be back at Rinnagan Wood Co. Roscommon and Tree Nursery this Sunday (14 June) for a nursery and site work day
There’s plenty to get stuck into, including:
Potting up young seedlings, weeding in nursery beds and pots General nursery TLC

Carry out some light trail clearance
Check in on the saplings planted in Winter 2025 — clearing competing vegetation and giving them a health check
📍 Meeting Details
Time: 10:00am
Location: Rinnagan Nursery Car Park
👉 https://maps.app.goo.gl/ouEQNg3K6qatSDB16
Feel free to drop in for part of the day if you can’t stay for the full session.
🎒 What to bring
Gardening gloves
Sturdy footwear
Waterproof layers
Water + snack
A cup/mug (for tea and coffee ☕)
It should be a really enjoyable and productive day for more information email [email protected] Roscommon Branch - Native Woodland Trust Roscommon Environmental Network Roscommon Heritage News & Info Roscommon Volunteer Centre Roscommon County Council

Join Jeremy at our site at Laragh, Co. Wicklow this coming Saturday. For further information email jeremy.casey@nativewo...
10/06/2026

Join Jeremy at our site at Laragh, Co. Wicklow this coming Saturday. For further information email [email protected] Wicklow Branch - Native Woodland Trust Blessington & District Credit Union Ltd. Laragh Tidy Towns West Wicklow Environmental Network Wicklow Voice Wicklow Uplands Council Wicklow Good News

🎧 New Podcast EpisodeTake a listen to our recent chat with Anne Besse on Near FM recorded in Bevan’s Wood, Co. Wicklow.A...
10/06/2026

🎧 New Podcast Episode
Take a listen to our recent chat with Anne Besse on Near FM recorded in Bevan’s Wood, Co. Wicklow.
A great insight into how volunteers are working to restore native woodland for nature 🌿
👉 Listen here: https://listenagain.org/?p=60979
Support the project and share it on 💚

A wet and wild day in Coill na Luise ferrying up deer fence maintenance gear 🌧️Classic “four seasons in a day” – but the...
09/06/2026

A wet and wild day in Coill na Luise ferrying up deer fence maintenance gear 🌧️

Classic “four seasons in a day” – but the rain is doing its job. Tree-growing weather!
The reserve is bursting with colour: milkwort, foxglove, heather, eyebright, buttercups, speedwell… and a special find – the reserve’s first oxeye daisy 🌼

Even better, we’re seeing natural regeneration – young oak and rowan saplings coming through where deer pressure once held everything back.
Real progress, one step at a time 🌿

09/06/2026

Reports of habitat destruction almost doubled in the past five years without any corresponding increase in prosecutions.

Figures obtained by Social Democrats TD Liam Quaide show the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) received 301 reports in 2021, with the number rising steadily to 581 last year.

Incidents typically involved burning of land and vegetation, hedgerow removal, illegal peat extraction, unauthorised drainage works and land clearance, and damage to protected habitats

Despite the dramatic rise in reported cases, the number resulting in prosecutions varied little. Prosecutions numbered 33 in 2021, rose to a high of 38 in 2023 and fell to a low of 17 in 2024.

Forest School Fun at Ardan Wood – Summer Edition 🌿On Wednesday, our Westmeath Branch welcomed students from Rahugh N.S. ...
30/05/2026

Forest School Fun at Ardan Wood – Summer Edition 🌿

On Wednesday, our Westmeath Branch welcomed students from Rahugh N.S. and Kilbeggan N.S. back to Ardan Wood for our Summer Forest School Fun Day 🌳

With continued support from the Westmeath County Council Westmeath County Council Environment and Climate Office, we’re delighted to keep this seasonal programme growing — giving children the chance to learn, play and connect with nature.

Under the guidance of Forest School Leader Caroline Youngat LittleBuds natural wellness, the day focused on learning through play, sensory exploration and curiosity. Younger groups explored themes like native woodland animals, leaf identification and camouflage — collecting leaves, playing bingo games, creating clay woodland creatures and building homes inspired by nests and dens.

For returning students, the session built on previous visits — exploring woodland and meadow ecosystems, identifying native species, and learning about animal adaptations through creative activities and group work.

From sit‑spot moments and quiet observation to nature art and imaginative play, the woodland became a classroom — one where learning happens through doing, sensing and discovering.

There really is no better time to get our children outdoors, having fun and learning. Fostering a love for native woodlands and nature is one of the most important things we can do for the future 🌱

We’re so proud to partner with Westmeath County Council to keep this important project alive.
Westmeath Heritage

Biodiversity Week at Farnaght Wood — our journey comes full circle We closed out with a special walk through Farnagh...
29/05/2026

Biodiversity Week at Farnaght Wood — our journey comes full circle

We closed out with a special walk through Farnaght Wood, Co. Leitrim — the very first reserve the Native Woodland Trust ever acquired, now growing into a thriving young woodland.

Along the trail, we explored everything from woodland management to wildflowers, butterflies and the quiet presence of wildlife — red squirrel, pine marten, long‑eared owl and badger all calling this place home.

Highlights included spotting small lousewort, hearing the cuckoo overhead, and sharing the folklore of the woodland — especially the story of two veteran hawthorn trees, once the only trees standing here.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us, and to Catherine and Leitrim Local Environmental Network for helping bring the day together 🌱
A perfect close to a week celebrating nature, connection and care.

Biodiversity Week at Gracedieu Wood, Co. Waterford On Saturday, as part of our fifth instalment for , we spent a beauti...
28/05/2026

Biodiversity Week at Gracedieu Wood, Co. Waterford

On Saturday, as part of our fifth instalment for , we spent a beautiful Saturday walking from the Waterford Greenway into Gracedieu Wood nature reserve — a little woodland with an incredible story to tell

What many people don’t realize is that this woodland is young — planted meticulously over the last 15 years on land that was once heavily altered, with little of the biodiversity we see today. Now, it’s growing into a vibrant native woodland, already supporting a rich mix of plants and wildlife.

Starting at Bilberry Carpark, we began by identifying wildflowers along the Greenway — foxglove, violet and ox‑eye daisy to name a few — alongside native trees in flower such as pedunculate oak, willow, rowan and hawthorn. Looking at each through the lens of pollinators, we explored how these species support bees, insects and the wider ecosystem 🐝 We made sure to interact too - touching leaves and bark, smelling various flowers.

Arriving at the woodland, we followed the trails and paused at the lookout over the River Suir, reflecting on just how quickly nature can respond. We explored some folklore associated with some of our favorite trees in the reserve and discussed woodland management.

Thanks to everyone who joined us for such a lovely day.

Huge shout out to Irish Environmental Network for supporting organizations like ours to host these free public events. Bringing people closer to nature than ever before!

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