Ecology Field Trips

Are you looking for a unique field trip in Ireland? Our field trip is specifically designed to suit students at leaving cert and third level. Lullymore is a small mineral island which rises gently out of Irelands largest peatland, the Bog of Allen in Co. Kildare.

“Lullymore is a unique location and is ideal for a project of this kind.”
Dick Warner – Author, Environmentalist 2010

Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park is the perfect location for a field trip in Ireland. Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park is renowned for its biodiversity and unique combination of mature woodland on mineral soil and acidic peatland habitats. Students will get the opportunity to explore the plant and animal life present on these habitats and how they have adapted to their environments.

Since 2009, we researched and tweaked how best to meet the needs of students and teachers with the help of local Science and Geography teachers and the inspirational assistance provided from Dick Warner R.I.P.. Our Ecology Field Trips and Environmental Tours are designed for Leaving Certificate, Junior Certificate and Transition Year students. Students on Ecology Field Trips will take part in the following:

Map the Habitat
Identify the plants and animals present (Qualitative)
Estimate the number of plants and animals (Quantitative)
Familiarise themselves with faunal collection equipment and abiotic measurement equipment
Measure the environmental factors (abiotic)
Line / belt transects, food webs / chains and adaptations
Workbook included which will help understanding and be useful as future study aids.
Ecology field Trip has been adapted for changes to Biology Curriculum in the 2025 / 2026 School year.

“We would definitely be looking to book with yourselves again for our current 5th years in the New Year and feel privileged to be counted as one of the first groups to visit!”
Shane Keightly, Teacher, Holy Family Community School, Rathcoole, Co. Dublin visited May 2012 and have visited every year since.

General environmental Tours will not involve as much fieldwork and can be tailored to suit a classes needs.

Our Café (seats 200) is available for lunches. The price for both Ecology Field Trips including workbooks is €17.00 per Student and for general Environmental Tours is €16.00 per Student. Teachers / leaders are free of charge and receive complimentary tea / coffee and freshly baked scone. Please call Ray, Benny or Fiona on 045 870238 for further information or to book a visit.

Can you spot the Buff Tip moth?

Customer Reviews

What an amazing place from start to finished the mood was set from the second we rolled up to the gate got a real genuine welcome the place it's self is so clean and every one YES EVERY ONE seems so nice lots of things to do and the kids(2,6 and 9) LOVED the play areas actually hand on heart my kids loved every thing in the place, don't mean to sound like a hippy but honest was just a grate vibe In the place and we all felt it this was 10/10 for us can't wait to go again.

DAZZ Carroll

What a fantastic show Lullymore put on every year. Really enjoyed it as did my 11 and 14 year old. Cafe is lovely and the outside seating area comes with 2 inquisitive geese! The best thing about Lullymore more is the staff.

Jeanette G

Great place, hidden gem, worth the travel, value for money, well kept.

Paul N

Lullymore Heritage and Discovery Park in Ireland is simply a treasure chest of Irish history and culture. Set amidst a tranquil peatland, the park beautifully combines education and entertainment. The exhibits are meticulously curated to throw light on Ireland's rich heritage. Kid-friendly activities like the Fairy Bower and the small pet farm engage younger visitors, while the enchanting nature walks and café serve as perfect relaxation stations for all age groups. The friendly staff are always cheerful and ready to assist. Lullymore is indeed Ireland's own green jewel, offering an enriching and immersive experience.

Joao Cruz

This is a superb location with a wide range of fun and informative aspects - learn about bogs and peat, ancient Irish heritage, Irish Christian heritage, the 1798 Rebellion, the Famine and much, much more.

Dermot MW

We were greeted by Ray for our short visit to this attraction. The site tells an important part of Irish history and includes practical demonstrations of peat cutting and the history of the industry.

Malcolm T

Came here with my 5 year old for her friends birthday party. Couldn't fault the service, we told them the child's name upon entry and that was that. The staff were so friendly and good with the kids.

Alex C

A huge thank you to the staff at Lullymore, and a special thank to Myra,Kevin and Marie.We had our school tour with you yesterday and you all looked after us so well. The children and a fantastic day.

Fiona D

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