Geashill Tidy Towns
@geashilltidytowns.bsky.social
Working within our heritage village for over 50 years to make it a great place for residents & visitors alike.
The first #TidyTowns on bluesky - we look forward to being joined by many more to foster the TT goals in a welcoming environment.
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The first #TidyTowns on bluesky - we look forward to being joined by many more to foster the TT goals in a welcoming environment.
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Hi everyone, will be highlighting some of our villages features over the next few weeks, as an introduction to #Geashill
One of my ABSOLUTE favourites is Lady Muc.
Muc is the Irish word for pig & this beauty was created out of old farm equipment by the immensely talented Luke Carson
#Sculpture
One of my ABSOLUTE favourites is Lady Muc.
Muc is the Irish word for pig & this beauty was created out of old farm equipment by the immensely talented Luke Carson
#Sculpture
Wonderful to hear and see the newest sculpture - The Spirit of the Cauldron.
This is a new sculptural piece to celebrate the Geashill Cauldron, housed in the National museum.
Huge congratulations to everyone who contributed to getting this completed!
This is a new sculptural piece to celebrate the Geashill Cauldron, housed in the National museum.
Huge congratulations to everyone who contributed to getting this completed!
September 5, 2026 at 9:08 AM
Wonderful to hear and see the newest sculpture - The Spirit of the Cauldron.
This is a new sculptural piece to celebrate the Geashill Cauldron, housed in the National museum.
Huge congratulations to everyone who contributed to getting this completed!
This is a new sculptural piece to celebrate the Geashill Cauldron, housed in the National museum.
Huge congratulations to everyone who contributed to getting this completed!
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Ireland has three native filmy ferns, all of which are present on our farm: Tunbridge (right), Wilson's, and Killarney fern (left). They're closely associated with rainforest, though Wilson's likes slightly more open niches.
Only a cell or two thick, the fronds are translucent, hence 'filmy'.
Only a cell or two thick, the fronds are translucent, hence 'filmy'.
September 1, 2026 at 6:35 AM
Ireland has three native filmy ferns, all of which are present on our farm: Tunbridge (right), Wilson's, and Killarney fern (left). They're closely associated with rainforest, though Wilson's likes slightly more open niches.
Only a cell or two thick, the fronds are translucent, hence 'filmy'.
Only a cell or two thick, the fronds are translucent, hence 'filmy'.
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🌱 #thicktrunkTuesday
When a tree dies at Wisley, it is not removed unless it is dangerous because it provides structure and habitat. Sometimes they are carved and this one, in Oakwood, has been carved into a Cardiocrinum seed head.
When a tree dies at Wisley, it is not removed unless it is dangerous because it provides structure and habitat. Sometimes they are carved and this one, in Oakwood, has been carved into a Cardiocrinum seed head.
September 1, 2026 at 7:21 AM
🌱 #thicktrunkTuesday
When a tree dies at Wisley, it is not removed unless it is dangerous because it provides structure and habitat. Sometimes they are carved and this one, in Oakwood, has been carved into a Cardiocrinum seed head.
When a tree dies at Wisley, it is not removed unless it is dangerous because it provides structure and habitat. Sometimes they are carved and this one, in Oakwood, has been carved into a Cardiocrinum seed head.
The low budget pollinator project that grew wings and created real change
www.irishtimes.com/life-style/2...
www.irishtimes.com/life-style/2...
The low budget pollinator project that grew wings and created real change
Low-budget, highly ambitious project to restore populations of critical insects fast became a top nature-positive initiative
www.irishtimes.com
August 9, 2026 at 8:38 AM
The low budget pollinator project that grew wings and created real change
www.irishtimes.com/life-style/2...
www.irishtimes.com/life-style/2...
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The Eurasian blue tit is a TINY bird, measuring about 12 cm (4.7 in) in length with an 18 cm (7.1 in) wingspan
Their diet consists primarily of spiders, insects, and caterpillars during the breeding season, shifting to seeds, nuts, and berries in the winter.
One of my favourites.
Their diet consists primarily of spiders, insects, and caterpillars during the breeding season, shifting to seeds, nuts, and berries in the winter.
One of my favourites.
July 11, 2026 at 2:14 AM
The Eurasian blue tit is a TINY bird, measuring about 12 cm (4.7 in) in length with an 18 cm (7.1 in) wingspan
Their diet consists primarily of spiders, insects, and caterpillars during the breeding season, shifting to seeds, nuts, and berries in the winter.
One of my favourites.
Their diet consists primarily of spiders, insects, and caterpillars during the breeding season, shifting to seeds, nuts, and berries in the winter.
One of my favourites.
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🦌 In Kinnitty, Co Offaly this weekend, FRS brought together foresters, hunters, academics & conservationists to tackle one issue: unsustainable deer pressure
After talks, we visited our Forelacka–Camcor Wood nature reserve. A shared problem in need of this shared response!
After talks, we visited our Forelacka–Camcor Wood nature reserve. A shared problem in need of this shared response!
July 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM
🦌 In Kinnitty, Co Offaly this weekend, FRS brought together foresters, hunters, academics & conservationists to tackle one issue: unsustainable deer pressure
After talks, we visited our Forelacka–Camcor Wood nature reserve. A shared problem in need of this shared response!
After talks, we visited our Forelacka–Camcor Wood nature reserve. A shared problem in need of this shared response!
The alt text here is 👩🍳💋
I've decided to compile a definitive thread of photos of the best sheep I've photographed during my walks in the countryside, together with supporting biographical information.
I will put the vital story associated with each sheep in the alt text, since some of it is a little long to fit in a post.
I will put the vital story associated with each sheep in the alt text, since some of it is a little long to fit in a post.
July 1, 2026 at 7:16 AM
The alt text here is 👩🍳💋
Internationally acclaimed Finnish sculptor *Jaakko Pernu* will conduct a two week artist residency in Geashill in September which will culminate in the making of an environmental sculpture entitled *“Planting”* in the Glebe Walk.
June 28, 2026 at 12:06 PM
Internationally acclaimed Finnish sculptor *Jaakko Pernu* will conduct a two week artist residency in Geashill in September which will culminate in the making of an environmental sculpture entitled *“Planting”* in the Glebe Walk.
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A short thread introducing people to some single moths I've found in my area, looking for fun.
1. Here, for starters, is a Canary-Shouldered Thorn Moth (I didn't make this up).
1. Here, for starters, is a Canary-Shouldered Thorn Moth (I didn't make this up).
May 9, 2026 at 3:54 PM
A short thread introducing people to some single moths I've found in my area, looking for fun.
1. Here, for starters, is a Canary-Shouldered Thorn Moth (I didn't make this up).
1. Here, for starters, is a Canary-Shouldered Thorn Moth (I didn't make this up).
New recommendations NOT to fill your bird feeders this summer! 🐦⬛
May 8, 2026 at 9:25 AM
New recommendations NOT to fill your bird feeders this summer! 🐦⬛
So atmospheric.
April 25, 2026 at 9:43 PM
So atmospheric.
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Celebrating World Curlew Day
An Taisce is delighted to support Breeding Waders EIP with collaborative conservation work in Mongan Bog Offaly, one of our properties held in trust
Nesting birds are at their most vulnerable now, so let's work together to respect their space & keep dogs on leads
An Taisce is delighted to support Breeding Waders EIP with collaborative conservation work in Mongan Bog Offaly, one of our properties held in trust
Nesting birds are at their most vulnerable now, so let's work together to respect their space & keep dogs on leads
April 21, 2026 at 7:19 AM
Celebrating World Curlew Day
An Taisce is delighted to support Breeding Waders EIP with collaborative conservation work in Mongan Bog Offaly, one of our properties held in trust
Nesting birds are at their most vulnerable now, so let's work together to respect their space & keep dogs on leads
An Taisce is delighted to support Breeding Waders EIP with collaborative conservation work in Mongan Bog Offaly, one of our properties held in trust
Nesting birds are at their most vulnerable now, so let's work together to respect their space & keep dogs on leads
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Solar panels don’t damage the countryside you just don’t like the way they look.
Skylarks. Linnets. Yellowhammers.
www.ecoportal.net/en/solar-pan...
Skylarks. Linnets. Yellowhammers.
www.ecoportal.net/en/solar-pan...
Solar panels were known to attract birds, but they are now drawing in species never seen in these areas before
New research from the University of Cambridge has found that some birds species are making a triumphant return to the area around solar panels in England.
www.ecoportal.net
April 25, 2026 at 7:05 AM
Solar panels don’t damage the countryside you just don’t like the way they look.
Skylarks. Linnets. Yellowhammers.
www.ecoportal.net/en/solar-pan...
Skylarks. Linnets. Yellowhammers.
www.ecoportal.net/en/solar-pan...
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“ A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.”
#blueskyartshow #odd
#blueskyartshow #odd
April 25, 2026 at 1:18 PM
“ A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.”
#blueskyartshow #odd
#blueskyartshow #odd
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One in three older adults in Ireland feels excluded in an increasingly digital world, according to a recent study. 👉 www.offalyindependent.ie/20...
April 3, 2026 at 10:53 AM
One in three older adults in Ireland feels excluded in an increasingly digital world, according to a recent study. 👉 www.offalyindependent.ie/20...
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🌳 Biodiversity Week 2026 | Let’s Talk: Restoring Our Native Irish Woodlands 🌳
You are invited to a special in‑person evening connection with nature at Glenveagh National Park.
📅 Thursday, 21 May 2026 | 7.00–11.00pm
🎟️ Free event - Register 👇
@hometreecharity.bsky.social @npwsireland.bsky.social
You are invited to a special in‑person evening connection with nature at Glenveagh National Park.
📅 Thursday, 21 May 2026 | 7.00–11.00pm
🎟️ Free event - Register 👇
@hometreecharity.bsky.social @npwsireland.bsky.social
Let's Talk: Restoring Our Native Irish Woodlands
Join us in Glenveagh National Park for an evening of poetry, music, and contributions from leaders in the area of nature restoration.
www.eventbrite.com
April 14, 2026 at 3:24 PM
🌳 Biodiversity Week 2026 | Let’s Talk: Restoring Our Native Irish Woodlands 🌳
You are invited to a special in‑person evening connection with nature at Glenveagh National Park.
📅 Thursday, 21 May 2026 | 7.00–11.00pm
🎟️ Free event - Register 👇
@hometreecharity.bsky.social @npwsireland.bsky.social
You are invited to a special in‑person evening connection with nature at Glenveagh National Park.
📅 Thursday, 21 May 2026 | 7.00–11.00pm
🎟️ Free event - Register 👇
@hometreecharity.bsky.social @npwsireland.bsky.social
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Huge shoutout to Castlegregory Tidy Towns volunteers who took part in the KWD County Clean-Up over the weekend! 💙👏
These fantastic volunteers took time to tackle the approach roads in to Castlegregory village and filled several bags with litter! 💪🙌
#CleanCoasts
These fantastic volunteers took time to tackle the approach roads in to Castlegregory village and filled several bags with litter! 💪🙌
#CleanCoasts
April 15, 2026 at 7:58 AM
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Rehabilitation of the Dandelion!
No other plant in the Netherlands attracts as many bee species: 107. In early spring, when nothing else is blooming, it is simply there. Meadow bird chicks that have just hatched depend on the insects that are drawn to dandelions. No dandelion, no insect, no chick.
No other plant in the Netherlands attracts as many bee species: 107. In early spring, when nothing else is blooming, it is simply there. Meadow bird chicks that have just hatched depend on the insects that are drawn to dandelions. No dandelion, no insect, no chick.
April 14, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Rehabilitation of the Dandelion!
No other plant in the Netherlands attracts as many bee species: 107. In early spring, when nothing else is blooming, it is simply there. Meadow bird chicks that have just hatched depend on the insects that are drawn to dandelions. No dandelion, no insect, no chick.
No other plant in the Netherlands attracts as many bee species: 107. In early spring, when nothing else is blooming, it is simply there. Meadow bird chicks that have just hatched depend on the insects that are drawn to dandelions. No dandelion, no insect, no chick.
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Rehabilitation of the Dandelion!
No other plant in the Netherlands attracts as many bee species: 107. In early spring, when nothing else is blooming, it is simply there. Meadow bird chicks that have just hatched depend on the insects that are drawn to dandelions. No dandelion, no insect, no chick.
No other plant in the Netherlands attracts as many bee species: 107. In early spring, when nothing else is blooming, it is simply there. Meadow bird chicks that have just hatched depend on the insects that are drawn to dandelions. No dandelion, no insect, no chick.
April 15, 2026 at 7:57 AM
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As the next phase of Spring is sprung, please consider our nature neighbours who could really use your help! 💚🐦⬛🪺🐛🐝 This a busy season for animals finding homes, food and water so even a little bit of support could go a long way! 🌞✨
#lovenature
#phibsborough
#lovenature
#phibsborough
April 13, 2026 at 5:36 AM
As the next phase of Spring is sprung, please consider our nature neighbours who could really use your help! 💚🐦⬛🪺🐛🐝 This a busy season for animals finding homes, food and water so even a little bit of support could go a long way! 🌞✨
#lovenature
#phibsborough
#lovenature
#phibsborough
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April 15, 2026 at 7:56 AM
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A female sperm whale has been filmed giving birth for the first time, supported by 10 adult females who lifted the calf out of the water and protected it from predators
First glimpse of sperm whale birth reveals teamwork to support newborn
www.newscientist.com
March 26, 2026 at 7:45 PM
A female sperm whale has been filmed giving birth for the first time, supported by 10 adult females who lifted the calf out of the water and protected it from predators
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Brilliant project from Phibsboro Tidy Towns Climate Club in collaboration with Phibsboro Scouts & supported by DCC Climate Action Fund 💚
Taking excess water and use it to support lovely pollinator-friendly 🪴 plants!
Thanks to Panama Scout Unit 19th-36th and DCC 🫶
@dubcitycouncil.bsky.social
Taking excess water and use it to support lovely pollinator-friendly 🪴 plants!
Thanks to Panama Scout Unit 19th-36th and DCC 🫶
@dubcitycouncil.bsky.social
March 22, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Brilliant project from Phibsboro Tidy Towns Climate Club in collaboration with Phibsboro Scouts & supported by DCC Climate Action Fund 💚
Taking excess water and use it to support lovely pollinator-friendly 🪴 plants!
Thanks to Panama Scout Unit 19th-36th and DCC 🫶
@dubcitycouncil.bsky.social
Taking excess water and use it to support lovely pollinator-friendly 🪴 plants!
Thanks to Panama Scout Unit 19th-36th and DCC 🫶
@dubcitycouncil.bsky.social
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@wildflowerhour.bsky.social Found my first wood anemone of the year today in Anagach woods. A small remnant of the Caledonian Pine Forest. The anemones are indicators of ancient woodland. They only spread about 6ft in 100 years. #storyplants #wildflowerhour
March 22, 2026 at 8:08 PM
@wildflowerhour.bsky.social Found my first wood anemone of the year today in Anagach woods. A small remnant of the Caledonian Pine Forest. The anemones are indicators of ancient woodland. They only spread about 6ft in 100 years. #storyplants #wildflowerhour