Cía McElveen Walsh

Recap of Restore Ballymacraven River Association's Heritage Week 2026 events

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 apart from almost...

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