A popular walking trail in east Belfast has been upgraded thanks to an NI Water volunteering project.

The National Trust property was enhanced by planting trees and cutting back on invasive species including willow and rhododendron.

Lisnabreeny takes in wooded glen, estate and green field to the summit of the Castlereagh hills.

The route was improved thanks to NI Water volunteers under the Our Cares Challenge scheme. This initiative continues to make a difference in local communities and has now helped over 90 charities and community groups with worthwhile projects. 

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As part of NI Water's 'Cares Challenge' programme, activities are planned for various groups throughout Northern Ireland each year and are set up in partnership with Business in the Community's NI Cares Programme. The programme identifies organisations and charities within the local community who need a helping hand with physical tasks such as gardening and painting. 

NI Water's volunteering policy increases the time employees can spend undertaking volunteering activities to help benefit the greater community. 

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