News & Events

Limestone Heritage Day

Join us on Saturday 24th August for a schedule of events to celebrate the natural heritage of the Burren & Burren Lowlands. All events are free. 11:00: Geology of the Burren - Talk with Cormac McGinley Cormac McGinley of ‘Cormac’s Coasts’ is a zoologist and marine biologist providing private guided walking tours for of the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and coastal areas of County Clare. Join us in Coole Park Visitor Centre to learn about the fascinating landscape of...

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Coole Park Bioblitz 2024

SAVE THE DATE! The Coole Park Bioblitz 2024 will take place on 16th & 17th August and will be a wonderful opportunity to learn how to become a Citizen Scientist. Coole Park is an incredibly rich nature reserve and we invite citizens of all ages to come and see for themselves what it has to offer and join in the activities. Stay tuned for updates on event bookings and schedule.

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July Activities for Kids in Coole

JULY ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS in COOLE   WEEKLY WILDLINGS - every Wednesday @11am - 12.30pm Each week we'll discover something different in our outdoor nature activities, from Terrific Trees to Brilliant Birds. Suitable for 8-11 year-olds.   NATURE ART - Sun 7th & 21st @11am -12.30pm Enjoy creating outdoor art using natural materials. Suitable for 8 - 11 year-olds.   FAMILY FUN GAME - Sun 14th & 28th @11am - 12.30pm Join us in the Walled Garden for a Fun...

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Weather Alert

Due to an Orange Wind Warning issued by Met Eireann for Saturday 6th April, Coole Park will be closed all day. We will reopen on Sunday 7th April once the park has been assessed for any safety concerns. Please adhere to all park signage for your own safety.

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Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow: A Timeline of Coole Trees

Events in the park: Yesterday today & tomorrow: A timeline of Coole trees. Guided walk notice

Coole Park Nature Reserve is home to a rich variety of tree species many of which are the legacy of the Gregory family and many of which are of high conservation urgency. To celebrate National Tree Week join us for a free guided walk to learn about the history and ecology of some of our exotic and native trees and how we can preserve our woodlands for the future. Booking is essential as places are limited. Please email coolepark@npws.gov.ie or...

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