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Dawn Chorus at Castlewellan Forest Park

County Down, Castlewellan, Castlewellan, Down, BT31 9BU
Dawn Chorus, bird on branch

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Join us for a celebration of nature's symphony, where every chirp and trill tells a story of beauty and resilience in the natural world.

With the help of your guide Shelagh Henry, attune your senses to the melodic calls of birds echoing through the garden and forest.

Shelagh will help you identify these winged wonders and decipher their distinctive calls, enriching your understanding of the vibrant birdlife that surrounds us.

Light refreshments provided.

Activities are provided FREE through the Re-rooting our past in our
future project that is made possible with The National Lottery
Heritage Fund and Newry, Mourne and Down District Council.

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Road Directions

From Belfast follow the A24 through Ballynahinch, Seaforde and Clough. In Clough follow the A25. Castlewellan Forest Park is located in the town of Castlewellan on the right. From Dublin follow the M1 to Newry. From A1 take the exit towards Newry/A28/Downpatrick/A25. Follow the A25 to Castlewellan. The Forest park is located on the left in Castlewellan town.

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