Recreation

Recreational activities engage public interest, helping people to enjoy and appreciate the countryside and the many aspects of Ireland’s natural and built heritage. Find out more about how you can enjoy Heritage.

RECREATION FEATURED INITIATIVE

Leave No Trace

Expanding our knowledge of wildlife in Ireland has always been one of the Heritage Council’s highest priorities. This led to the establishment of the National Biodiversity Data Centre which was launched officially in January 2007.

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RECREATION INITIATIVE

The Beara Breifne Way Project

The Beara Breifne Way Project is an ambitious undertaking which will see the development of a walking and cycling route along the spine of the country, from Beara in Co. Cork to Breifne in Co. Leitrim. It follows the line of the historic march of O’Sullivan Beara in 1602.

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HERITAGE IN YOUR AREA

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RECREATION NEWS

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RECREATION EVENTS

The Hunt is on For Ireland's Heritage Trees

A survey of the Heritage Trees of Ireland is being undertaken by the Tree Council of Ireland in association with, and part-funded by, The Heritage Council, Crann and The Irish Tree Society.

RECREATION PUBLICATIONS

Leave No Trace

Leave No Trace Ireland promotes and inspires responsible outdoor recreation through education, research and partnerships.