Croghan Barrack Community Project

27/09/2026

31/07/2026

It's so sad to have to do this!!😔Community need people and people need community! Together we can create great things. If you would like to get involved please message us at [email protected].

01/07/2026

When we think of survival foraging, our minds naturally gravitate toward roots, berries, and mushrooms. However, many wild flowers scattered across meadows and forests are not just beautiful—they are highly nutritious, packed with essential vitamins, antioxidants, and medicinal properties. Identifying and harvesting wild edible flowers is a delicate and rewarding wilderness skill that can add crucial vitamins and morale-boosting flavor to a bleak survival diet.
Dandelions are the absolute kings of floral foraging; every part of the plant is edible, and the bright yellow flower heads can be eaten raw, fried, or steeped into a sweet, vitamin-rich tea. Wild Rose petals offer a massive dose of Vitamin C and can soothe sore throats, while Red Clover blossoms are incredibly abundant and provide a sweet, protein-rich energy boost. Elderflowers can be battered and cooked over a fire, and wild Violets act as a natural anti-inflammatory green. However, floral foraging demands absolute precision. Never harvest flowers near roadsides where they absorb vehicle exhaust, and avoid agricultural zones heavy in pesticides. Only eat the petals, as the stems and pollen of some safe flowers can cause stomach upset. Learn the flora, pick carefully, and forage sustainably. 🌸🌿

27/06/2026

A visualisation of sound. The amazing frequencies of our bird song and the effect it has on everything. Everything is frequency, Sound and Vibration and such and important part of life on Earth!

This video presents a new data-driven visualization model of birdso...

27/06/2026

A hive of activity here. The log beehive proving a popular haunt for the honeybee. Their little retreat place.

29/05/2026

The video does not do justice to the beautiful array of wildflowers that carpet the edge of the River Bann. Happy Sunny Summer days 🌟🌞🙏

17/05/2026

The most beautiful array of Crimson clover 🍀
Crimson clover is a fast-growing, winter-hardy legume celebrated for enriching soil, preventing erosion, and suppressing weeds. It naturally draws nitrogen from the air into the ground, acts as a high-quality forage for livestock, and produces vibrant red blooms that attract vital pollinators.

24/04/2026

Community seeks volunteers to help with grass cutting & Strimming. A little help from everyone helps alot. All volunteers welcome. Free exercise classes in a beautiful environment while gaining healing from Mother Earth 🙌🌟🌍 PM for more info🙏

20/04/2026

So lovely to see lots of Cowslips on the Common Ground✨️
Cowslips (Primula veris) provide significant environmental benefits by offering crucial early-spring nectar for pollinators like bees and butterflies. As a native wildflower, they support biodiversity, act as a food source for the rare Duke of Burgundy butterfly, and stabilize soil on banks and verges. They thrive in diverse, often difficult soil conditions.