Large areas of species-rich wet grassland are nestled between constructed wetlands full of Bulrushes and young native woodlands. This mosaic of habitats helps insects thrive, such as bumblebees, solitary bees, hoverflies and dragonflies. In the winter, part of the grassland is flooded, then in spring, Violets, Primroses, and Cuckooflower emerge. Among the tall grasses, you’ll find areas of Ragged-Robin, Lesser Stitchwort, Wild Angelica, Marsh Woundwort, Yellow Iris, Marsh Cinquefoil, and Devil’s-bit Scabious. Unusual species to look for include Mugwort and Salad Burnet.
Ballygarry
on the Grasslands Trail
Wet grassland teeming with insects just off walking trails along the River Lee to Ballyseedy Wood SAC.
Úinéir:
Ballygarry Estate Hotel and Spa
Rochtain:
Publicly accessible year round
Méid:
24 ha
Páirceáil:
Parking: yes, parking at the Ballygarry Estate Hotel and Spa
Caifé:
Café: facilities at the Hotel
Leithris:
yes
Cur Síos
Bainistíocht
The grassland is cut once a year with the clippings removed. Some areas are not cut annually and areleft as insect havens.
Cá háit le tuilleadh eolais a fháil
Ballygarry Estate Hotel and Spa