Read the latest news from the Burren National Park in our Summer Newsletter. In this issue: Slow Worms, Meadows and the launch of the new NPWS Discovery Van. https://www.nationalparks.ie/app/uploads/2025/07/SUMMER-NEWSLETTER-2025-.pdf
Join us this July to experience the Burren National Park in Summer. Learn to photograph wildflowers, relax during a guided mindful walk or get creative in nature. Family friendly events the kids will love include a Bug Hunt and a Mini Safari in the meadows! Events are free but booking is essential as places are
Click here for full details and how to book: https://www.nationalparks.ie/app/uploads/2025/06/Michael-Cusack-Event.pdf
Our May events include guided walks during National Biodiversity Week focusing on two Burren habitats, the meadows and Knockaunroe Turlough. Also, a Mindfulness in Nature Walk encourages visitors to connect with nature using all the senses. Events are free but booking is essential as places are limited. Please contact us at burrennationalpark@npws.gov.ie or phone 065
Visit on Glenveagh National Park on May Bank Holiday Weekend for some free family fun and live traditional music.
Join us on a guided walk in the Burren National Park this March and feel the Spring in the air! We will be hosting a variety of themed walks along a selection of trails in the park. Learn about spring flora ‘as Gaeilge’ during Seachtain na Gaeilge or come appreciate Mother Nature on Mother’s Day.
Celebrate St. Brigid’s Day in the Burren National Park where we will be running the following events: St. Brigid’s Cross Making in the Burren National Park Information Point in Corofin on 1st, 2nd and 3rd February from 10am to 4pm (Closed for lunch 1 to 2pm). Learn to make a traditional St. Brigid’s cross using
World Wetlands Day is celebrated each year on 2 February to raise awareness about wetlands. Nearly 90% of the world’s wetlands have been degraded since the 1700s, and we are losing wetlands three times faster than forests. Yet, wetlands are critically important ecosystems that contribute to biodiversity, climate mitigation and adaptation, freshwater availability, world economies
Tenders are invited for the operation of the restaurant franchise at Glenveagh National Park Visitor Centre. The Park is managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. NPWS are seeking to develop a vibrant and exciting catering facility with a suitable applicant. NPWS will work flexibly with