Birdhill Pollagh Development

The Pollagh is a low-lying area close to Birdhill Village. It was once valuable pasture and meadowland for over 40 local farmers, but in recent years much of it has been covered in forestry plantation, which is more productive and less labour-intensive on wet land. The area is hugely popular with walking and jogging enthusiasts, while the varied biodiversity of the land attracts widespread interest. Walking Routes, Nature Trails and Eco Trails, with accompanying information, have been set out by Birdhill Tidy Towns. Furthermore, an Open-Air Art Exhibition during the past four summers brings many more visitors.

Parking of cars near the entrance to the Pollagh has often posed issues for landowners, machinery operators and the adjacent householder. Now, thanks to the generosity of Clement Ryan, an off-road parking area has been provided. To fund this development, along with the ongoing road resurfacing of the Pollagh Road, recent unexpected upgrades in equipment & machinery and continuing general maintenance of the village and surrounds, Birdhill Tidy Towns committee has embarked on an online fundraiser. Tidy Towns is a key environmental and community organisation in Birdhill and has played a vital role in the development of the locality over the past three decades. We are grateful that the support of the community has ensured that the necessary personnel and resources have always been in place for this development. Your ongoing support would be appreciated in ensuring that our work continues.