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If you've ever spent time along the Ballymacraven River, you may have noticed a small, dark bird with a white chest, a little bigger than a robin perched on a riverside rock or branch. Possibly even repeatedly bobbing up and down! This charming behaviour has earned the White-throated Dipper its name, and it's quite a fascinating year-round resident on the Ballymacraven River. Although classed as a songbird, the White-throated Dipper has an extraordinary talent that sets it ap

Men's Shed construct Barn Owl Boxes for RBRA to install along the Ballymacraven River

The Restore Ballymacraven River Association is pleased to announce a Spring Series of free public events taking place every Wednesday in February, at 7:30pm, in the Falls Hotel, Ennistymon. Following the Autumn Lecture Series hosted by the Restore Ballymacraven River Association (RBRA), this Spring programme of illustrated talks and workshop, provides for a continuation into the Spring of 2026. The events will bring together local knowledge, science, creativity and discussio