Cabragh Wetlands

Cabragh Wetlands Cabragh Wetlands Centre
• Conservation
• Education
• Recreation These lagoons used to be an oasis of wildlife, particularly birds. Charity Number: 20037239

The Cabragh Wetlands Trust was registered in 1993 in an effort to save a vast area of wetland habitats from destruction after the filling-in of the settling pools by the Thurles Sugar Factory during its closure. The Trust was formed and acquired the land adjacent to the filled-in lagoons to ensure the continuation of this resting place for migratory birds. EU funding for rural development was made

available through the LEADER programme, allocating a 50% grant on approved expenditures. Over the next couple of years fencing was put in place, ponds were excavated, two bird-hides were built and walkways developed, a car park was laid out and finally a Visitor-cum-Education centre was built. Most of this was done by a small group of dedicated volunteers. Benefactors in the past include the North Tipperary County Council, Shannon Development, Heritage Council, FAS, the Thurles Lions, Tipperary Hillwalkers, The Lisheen Mine and many others. Running expenses are covered through various fund raising activities organised by the members. The Centre is run by a group of committed volunteers who provide exciting field trips for children of primary school age. The Wetlands have no less than 15 different habitats including ponds, reed swamps, hedgerows, streams and wild flower meadows. Footpaths and raised walkways with beautifully illustrated information boards as well as a large bird hide make an ideal place for school children to discover the sights and sounds of nature in a safe and child friendly environment. In 2007 almost a thousand school children visitied the Wetlands on school trips. Cabragh Wetlands Trust is a registered charity.

31/03/2026
Irish Night is cancelled tonight due to the sad death of Tom Grace, one of the founding fathers of Cabragh Wetlands. Pea...
03/03/2026

Irish Night is cancelled tonight due to the sad death of Tom Grace, one of the founding fathers of Cabragh Wetlands. Peace to his soul and sympathies to all of his family and friends. Sorry for the short notice.

The death has occurred of Thomas (Tom) Grace of Thurles, Tipperary Ireland, on 02/03/2026. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

Join our free Biodiversity Training Programme 2026- Evening lectures and weekend field trips- Practical skills you can u...
09/02/2026

Join our free Biodiversity Training Programme 2026
- Evening lectures and weekend field trips
- Practical skills you can use immediately
- Support to run your own local project

Visit stdc.ie or Cabraghwetlands.ie for more information

Download application form https://tinyurl.com/BioLeaderApplicationForm

Completed application forms must be returned to [email protected]
by February 27th

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Cabragh Wetlands, Holycross
Thurles
E41T266

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+35350443879

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