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How big is Peatlands Park?
Covering more than 250 hectares, half of this scenic park is designated as a National Nature Reserve to protect the rich variety of flora and fauna.
Whats in Peatlands Park?
Visitors will be able to experience both peatland and woodland habitats in addition to taking in the amazing views of the wildlife. A wide range of animals can be seen here which include reed buntings and cuckoos, and many types of insects such as butterflies, moths, dragonflies and damselflies.
Do you have to pay into Peatlands Park?
Entrance is free – charges apply for the train The park offers visitors relaxing walks through peatlands, woodland and traditional orchards, with a bog garden viewed from boardwalks. There’s also a seasonal train for visitors to explore the peatland.
Is Peatlands Park dog friendly?
Dogs welcome under control, and are welcome on the trains on a lead.
How long is the walk around Peatlands Park?
Peatlands Park offers plenty of walking routes from a short stroll up to A 10km circular route without retracing your steps. The Woodland walk mapped route above can easily be extended to 5 miles by adding a loop around Derryadd lake. This walk is through woodland and lowland peat bogs that have an otherworldly feel.
What are peatlands Why are they important?
“Peatlands are the superheroes of ecosystems: purifying water, sometimes mitigating flooding and providing a home for rare species. And they beat nearly every system when it comes to carbon storage.”
Can you cycle in Peatlands Park?
Peatlands Park is located at Junction 13 off the M1. You can also get to Peatlands Park via the national cycling network however, please note that cycling/mountainbiking is not permitted in the park except for on vehicular roads. All Waymarked walks start at the Information Triangle adjacent to the main car park.
Why are peatlands destroyed?
Peatlands have been at risk for centuries. They are either drained to make way for fertile pasture and cropland, or they are destroyed by the extraction of peat, which is used as a source of energy.
What is happening to the peatlands now?
Over-pumping groundwater for drinking or irrigation has cut off the peatlands’ source of water. Together with the regional drier climate due to global warming, our peatlands are drying out worldwide.
Why are peatlands special?
Peatlands are a type of wetland which are critical for preventing and mitigating the effects of climate change, preserving biodiversity, minimising flood risk, and ensuring safe drinking water. Peatlands are the largest natural terrestrial carbon store.
How are peatlands destroyed?
A lack of appreciation of this unique ecosystem and a lack of awareness of the benefits of peatlands mean that they have been severely overexploited and damaged by drainage, agricultural conversion, burning and mining for fuel.
What is the history of the peatland Railways?
Crowle Peatland Railway was formed to preserve the history and heritage of peat extraction in the Humberhead Peatlands – in particular, the story of the peatland railways.
How was the Crowle Peatland Railway funded?
The Crowle Peatland Railway is part of the Isle of Axholme and Hatfield Chase Landscape Partnership and has been funded thanks to money raised by National Lottery Players, awarded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The maintenance shed was made possible with a grant from the SSE Keadby Wind Farm Fund and support from North Lincolnshire Council
What is there to do at great Peatlands Park?
Peatlands Park has a wilderness appeal with its wide open spaces and woodland. The park offers a unique opportunity to experience both peatland and woodland habitats and their varied wildlife. The park offers visitors relaxing walks through peatlands, woodland and traditional orchards, with a bog garden viewed from boardwalks.
Where is Peatlands Park in Northern Ireland?
We invite you to come and explore Peatlands Park. This beautiful area has a wonderful wilderness appeal and is situated near the shores of Lough Neagh just off the M1 at exit 13 south of Dungannon. Visitors will be able to experience both peatland and woodland habitats in addition to taking in the amazing views of the wildlife.