Cork's Beaumont Quarry to host two exciting Heritage Week events

Cork Nature Network is bringing two free events to Beaumont Quarry later this month to mark Heritage Week.

Heritage Week is an annual event which invites people of all ages to engage with and explore the stories, traditions, and landscapes that shape our national identity.

The first event at Beaumont Quarry is a ‘Bio Blitz’ event on Saturday, August 17, from 2pm to 4pm.

Funded by Cork City Council, the event promises to be a fun-filled afternoon as participants work together to identify as many plants, insects, and animals as possible within two hours.

Explore

The event is billed as a fantastic opportunity for nature enthusiasts of all ages to explore the biodiversity of Beaumont Quarry.

Experts will be on hand to verify species identifications, ensuring an informative experience for all participants and following the blitz there will be a guided walk through the quarry, providing further insights into the unique flora and fauna of the area.

Cork Nature Network, a charitable organisation which seeks to protect Ireland’s wildlife through education, research, and conservation, will also celebrate Heritage Week with a special storytelling event also at Beaumont Quarry on Sunday, August 18, from 12pm to 2pm.

Part of their ‘Creative Connections’ series, this event offers a unique opportunity to share and reflect on the transformation of Cork city’s natural environment and is supported by Cork City Council through the Creative Ireland Programme.

Rewilding

Not always the tree-filled oasis it is today, Beaumont Quarry has undergone significant rewilding, a process witnessed firsthand by many.

This event will feature stories from those who have seen its progress, providing valuable insights into the evolution of our local green spaces.

They are inviting participants to share their own stories and memories of Cork city’s wild spaces and their changes over time, or simply come to listen and enjoy a beautiful day out in the quarry.

All stories will be recorded for an oral history archive, preserving these valuable experiences for future generations.

For more information or to preregister for the Beaumont Quarry Heritage Week events visit:  https://www.tickettailor.com/events/corknaturenetwork.