Raheny Biodiversity Action Plan
We’re excited to launch the Raheny Biodiversity Action Plan 2025 — a community-driven roadmap to help protect and enhance the amazing nature on our doorstep.
Developed with Dr. Mary Tubridy, Raheny Tidy Village Group, and Community Foundation Ireland, the plan highlights local treasures like the Santry River, Bull Island, and St. Anne’s Park, while tackling challenges such as pollution and invasive species. The goals include raising awareness, encouraging action, and making Raheny an even better place for people, plants, and wildlife.
Over the coming years, we’ll be working together on projects like pollinator-friendly planting, citizen science surveys, habitat restoration, and fun community events. By getting involved, residents can play a big part in making Raheny a greener, more vibrant place — helping nature to thrive right in the heart of our village.
Our Pollinator Plan
In 2023, we delighted to be national winners in the All-Ireland Pollinator plan.
Examples of some of the pollinator friendly actions we have taken are:
- The planters in the village and the flower beds we maintain around the village all contain pollinator friendly species
- No pesticides or herbicides are used by the Raheny Tidy Village Group. This policy was decided in 2020 and has been very successful. Hand weeding can be time consuming, but it is worth putting in the time to protect pollinators and other wildlife.
- We support 'no mow May' which encourages people not to cut their lawns in May and allow wildflowers to bloom. Several areas in the village have been designated 'no mow' areas.
- We run an annual seed swap in October. At this event we raise awareness about the importance of sustainable planting and using locally sourced seeds.
Click here for more information on the All Ireland Pollinator Plan.
