Mullaghmore, Co. Clare
Mullaghmore, Co. Clare
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| Mullaghmore, Co. Clare |
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Freehold
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Date Acquired: |
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1977
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From Whom Acquired: |
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Mr. William Hogan
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- Surrounded by The Burren National Park.
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Management: |
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Clare Association of An Taisce has recently re-established a management committee.
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Management Contacts: |
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An Taisce Head Office, Dublin / Clare Association of An Taisce.
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ADDRESS / GRID REFERENCE
- Located just north of Gortlecka, in the heart of the Burren National Park and bordering onto Lough Girraun
- N 53'94'' W 09' 03''
ENVIRONMENTAL AND HERITAGE SIGNIFICANCE
- A microcosm of the Burren vegetation and landscape, including: limestone pavement, fen, hazel woodlands and poolside vegetation.
- Ownership gives An Taisce important role in the development of the Burren National Park.
HISTORY / DESCRIPTION
Part of the internationally recognised Karst landscape of the Burren, created by prehistoric agricultural practise and maintained today by farming activity.
HOW ACQUIRED
38.2 acres bought for £765.
MANAGEMENT ISSUES AND FUTURE PLAN
- Develop a comprehensive research plan to establish heritage significance and visitor carrying capacity.
- Collaborate with interested and affected parties concerning the management of the National Park, especially the issues surrounding the visitor centre.
- Establish an endowment fund.