The Bridge House Education Centre at Glenveagh National Park, Co Donegal, has officially opened.

The Bridge House is an old cottage in the park, dating back to 1859 which has been used for a variety of purposes over the years both before and since the estate became a National Park.

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The house will provide two classroom style spaces for school groups to follow up their nature walks and field work, as well as a library and training facilities. Outside, the garden will be improved to provide a hands on learning area where groups can learn more about wildlife gardening and carry out insect, bird and small mammal surveys. The outdoor space is also proving a popular choice for leaving certificate ecology field work.

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