Turvey Nature Reserve is a gem of semi-natural Dublin wilderness. Under constant management by Fingal County Council, the area features wild meadows, restored wetlands, forest walks and the Broadmeadows Estuary, which is a mecca for a vast range of ducks, waders and geese in winter months. Winter visitors include golden plover, lapwing, curley, black-tailed godwits, dunlin, redshank, shelduck, wigeon, teal and light-bellied brent geese. Turvey also attracts several bird of prey: peregrine falcon, sparrowhawk, merlin, and buzzard can all be found there, and there are also several barn owl nests on site.

Join members of the BirdWatch Ireland Fingal branch on a walk around Turvey to see and hear its various birds. The walk will likely include a visit to one of the hides overlooking the estuary, affording a good opportunity to see the visiting winter birds that gather there.

This event is suitable for families. All welcome, no booking necessary. Scopes and binoculars, sponsored by Fingal County Council, will be provided.

Please note this event involves walking and standing outdoors, so bring comfortable / appropriate clothing and footwear. The route will be wheelchair accessible. 

Meet at the Turvey Nature Reserve public car park (GPS 53.493, -6.181)

For contact:

Frank Prendergast (sec)

087 131 9884, frank.prendergast@tudublin.ie

Paul Lynch (chair)

087 631 9209, paulllynch@gmail.com