Fantastic traditionally managed hay meadow that is enclosed by mature hedgerows. It runs into botanically diverse areas at the edge of Lough Ree. The meadow is a riot of colour in summer, being full of Quaking-grass, Crested Dog’s-tail, Red Clover, Meadow Buttercup, Yellow-rattle, Selfheal, Oxeye Daisy and a range of orchid species.
Farmland on the shores of Lough Ree
on the Grasslands Trail
Beautiful species-rich grassland meadow running down to Lough Ree, near the Shannon Callows
Owner:
Privately owned farmland
Access:
No public access
Size:
2 ha
Parking:
no
Café:
no
Toilets:
no
Description
Management
Grazed in winter with a small number of sheep. These are taken off in May and the meadow is closed up. It is cut for hay in late July to August.
Where to find out more
No website available.