“A big problem”: Visitors urged to leave deer in Phoenix Park alone
“There are large crowds” People visiting the Phoenix Park have been urged to leave the deer alone, especially coming up to Christmas. The public has been warned that the animals are not a form of entertainment. They should be left alone and admired from a distance. Head Ranger and Deer Keeper Terry Moore urged the […]
5 years ago
This is why you need to stop feeding the deer in Phoenix Park
“Just let the deer be deer in their home and let the wildlife stay wild.” Families are being warned about feeding the deer in Phoenix Park. Research has found that feeding the deer is actually causing more harm than good. According to UCD student Laura Griffin, the food people are giving them is like “junk […]
5 years ago
There will be a David Bowie themed family fun day at the Phoenix Park next Sunday
Fans of David Bowie are in for a treat as there will be a family fun day held next week dedicated to the Starman himself. Starman Sunday will be taking place next Sunday in Dublin’s famous Phoenix Park. It is one of the many events being held as part of the Dublin Bowie Festival. Starman […]
8 years ago
Do you hear the call of the wild? This forestry course might be just the thing
Wildlife tracking and campfire storytelling? Sign me up! If you’re a parent looking to learn everything there is to know about forestry then the Phoenix Park have just the course for you. Running in September and October, they will give you all the skills you’d need to identify different species of wildlife and plants, as […]
8 years ago
You are no longer allowed to have a BBQ in the Phoenix Park
It only lasted for 8 years… If you love a good BBQ, then you’re going to have to reside to your home… or your mate’s house, because having a barbeque in the Phoenix Park has officially been banned. Visitors to the park have been able to bring along a BBQ since 2010, however too much […]
8 years ago
It’s time to discard our kid’s shoes! The simple joys of being barefoot
Yesterday, I was at the Bloom 2017 festival with my four-year-old girl and 18 month old boy. It was a glorious afternoon (helped by the weather) and certainly there is plenty to keep the kids transfixed (seriously – you should all go). I’d love to say that the highlight of the excursion was something unique, […]
10 years ago