Tag Archives: Ballyallia

EFFORTS to improve a local beauty spot for the enjoyment of the entire county have been given a €50,000 financial boost, however a lot more funding is needed to complete the project. Funding of €50,000 has been approved for the Ballyallia Lake Amenity Enhancement Plan under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS). Mayor of Ennis Councillor Ann Norton, who worked with Barefield Tidy Towns in launching the Ballyallia Lake Amenity Enhancement Plan, while welcoming the funding announcement says she is hopeful that the project has now been “put on the map” when it comes to securing much needed additional money. “We are delighted that we are starting to see money coming in because there is quite a big project in Ballyallia and it will take a lot of money over a long period of time. “This is really the start of the opportunity to enhance Ballyallia. We have done the feasibility study, the recommendations are there, and we want to …

THE Clare Branch of Birdwatch Ireland December outing takes place to Ballyallia Lake just north-west of Ennis on Saturday next, December 11.  Ballyallia is described as a rich limestone lake and it has large numbers of wildfowl. Though not a very large lake, it is an important site in Ireland for Shoveler. Birds such as Whooper and Mute Swan, Gadwall, Wigeon, Teal, Pintail Duck, Tufted Duck, Moorhen and Coot, all of whom are usually seen at this site during the winter months. Birdwatchers also hope to find Curlew, Lapwing and Black-tailed Godwit. The nearby woodland hosts Jay, Treecreeper and birds of prey.  Those attending are asked to meet at the bird board opposite Lake View Stores on the Ruan road at 11am. The advice is to bring binoculars. If possible, as optical equipment cannot be shared due to public health guidelines Further details are available on Clarebirdwatching.com. Christmas cards and bird calendars are now for sale on birdwatchireland.ie.