Lough Doire
Lough Doire
From the local info board
Lough Doire Bhile Derryvella, Co. Tipperary
Lough Doire Bhile Derryvella, Co. Tipperary
Lough Doire is a fantastic place to visit. Already an established angling centre this site has recently been upgraded to facilitate access through the 17 acre site. Gravel pathways interweave this stunning natural amenity taking the walker around the lake, over streams, through the wetlands and assist access to the ancient monastic site of Derryville.
Lough Doire is a fantastic place to visit. Already an established angling centre this site has recently been upgraded to facilitate access through the 17 acre site. Gravel pathways interweave this stunning natural amenity taking the walker around the lake, over streams, through the wetlands and assist access to the ancient monastic site of Derryville.
The sparse vegetation means that wild flowers get a chance to grow and this means butterflies can thrive here. One can see the following species; Digby Skipper, Brimstone, Orange-tip, Green Hairspray, Speckled Wood, wall and Small Heath. Enthusiasts search for the illusive Marsh Fritillary but to date no sighting has been recorded. The bare ground is where you’ll see the Green Tiger Beetle. This beetle is a brilliant green colour with two yellow spots on it’s back. It runs very fast and if you get too close it flies away very quickly.
The sparse vegetation means that wild flowers get a chance to grow and this means butterflies can thrive here. One can see the following species; Digby Skipper, Brimstone, Orange-tip, Green Hairspray, Speckled Wood, wall and Small Heath. Enthusiasts search for the illusive Marsh Fritillary but to date no sighting has been recorded. The bare ground is where you’ll see the Green Tiger Beetle. This beetle is a brilliant green colour with two yellow spots on it’s back. It runs very fast and if you get too close it flies away very quickly.
The sparse vegetation means that wild flowers get a chance to grow and this means butterflies can thrive here. One can see the following species; Digby Skipper, Brimstone, Orange-tip, Green Hairspray, Speckled Wood, wall and Small Heath. Enthusiasts search for the illusive Marsh Fritillary but to date no sighting has been recorded. The bare ground is where you’ll see the Green Tiger Beetle. This beetle is a brilliant green colour with two yellow spots on it’s back. It runs very fast and if you get too close it flies away very quickly.
The sparse vegetation means that wild flowers get a chance to grow and this means butterflies can thrive here. One can see the following species; Digby Skipper, Brimstone, Orange-tip, Green Hairspray, Speckled Wood, wall and Small Heath. Enthusiasts search for the illusive Marsh Fritillary but to date no sighting has been recorded. The bare ground is where you’ll see the Green Tiger Beetle. This beetle is a brilliant green colour with two yellow spots on it’s back. It runs very fast and if you get too close it flies away very quickly.
Located between the major tourist centres of Kilkenny and Cashel is the area known as the Slieveardagh Hills. The area is adjacent to the major urban centres of Thurles, Cashel , Clonmel and Kilkenny. It can be approached from the N8 at Urlingford or from the N75 via Ballingarry. The medieval, walled town of Fethard is nearby as is the Widow Mc Cormack’s 1848 War House in Ballingarry.
Located between the major tourist centres of Kilkenny and Cashel is the area known as the Slieveardagh Hills. The area is adjacent to the major urban centres of Thurles, Cashel , Clonmel and Kilkenny. It can be approached from the N8 at Urlingford or from the N75 via Ballingarry. The medieval, walled town of Fethard is nearby as is the Widow Mc Cormack’s 1848 War House in Ballingarry.
The area consists of patches of bare ground and some spare vegetation with a few alder saplings growing here and there. With so much reclamation, re-seeding and fertiliser being applied to so much marginal land, areas with sparse negation are quiet scarce in Tipperaty. This area at Doire Bhile now has three pairs of breeding Lapwings. These birds may be common in winter but are declining in Ireland as a breeding species. In fact, the Lapwing is now on the Red list of Birds of Conservation Concern.
The area consists of patches of bare ground and some spare vegetation with a few alder saplings growing here and there. With so much reclamation, re-seeding and fertiliser being applied to so much marginal land, areas with sparse negation are quiet scarce in Tipperaty. This area at Doire Bhile now has three pairs of breeding Lapwings. These birds may be common in winter but are declining in Ireland as a breeding species. In fact, the Lapwing is now on the Red list of Birds of Conservation Concern.
The recently developed Doire Bhile Lake has been developed on part of the nearby bog and is a haven for wildlife as well as offering an opportunity to walk and fish, Glengoole, aka New Birmingham, owes its organs to the coal seams in the area and the plans of its founder, Sir Vera Hunt, to establish a major industrial centre in the area.
The recently developed Doire Bhile Lake has been developed on part of the nearby bog and is a haven for wildlife as well as offering an opportunity to walk and fish, Glengoole, aka New Birmingham, owes its organs to the coal seams in the area and the plans of its founder, Sir Vera Hunt, to establish a major industrial centre in the area.
This is an ideal location for a family trip, enjoy the gentle scenic walks, check out the wildlife or enjoy a family picnic at any of the 4 picnic area on site. Dogs are welcome but it is important they are kept on a leash.
This is an ideal location for a family trip, enjoy the gentle scenic walks, check out the wildlife or enjoy a family picnic at any of the 4 picnic area on site. Dogs are welcome but it is important they are kept on a leash.
