Access to Green Space

An interactive and peaceful garden shaped to stimulate each sense. The natural space is being developed by residents and volunteers for all to explore and enjoy.

Suircan is an environmental community forum initiated by and for residents and users of Clonmel, to engage with the town's Public Space and natural amenities.

Very close to Clonmel, the Cannon Woods Loop is a 9.7-km loop trail near St. Mary's, County Waterford. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, this trail is great for hiking, running, and walking.

Fethard Town Park is an all-inclusive multipurpose shared sport & recreational campus in 26 acres.

Community park and orchard developed as an amenity and biodiversity area by Ballyporeen Community Council.   The facility also leads into a community walkway around the garden and extending along the river bank and the GAA pitch.

The nearly completed project of the River Ara Walkway includes a 1km walkway along the southern bank of the River Ara which will start on the Link Road in Tipperary town at the new pedestrian bridge, and will connect to existing paths and amenities in Glenview Square, creating a looped walkway in the area.

The Galtee Mountains are Ireland’s highest inland mountain range. The summit of Galtymore at 919m is one of the top ten peaks in Ireland.

Galtee Walking Club has been in existence since 2003 and was founded by a core group of hill walking enthusiasts from around the foothills of the Galtee mountains and the Glen of Aherlow in South Tipperary. They offer a number of different graded walks on a regular weekly basis throughout the year which are available to new members or to those wishing to join for an introductory hike.

The Marl Bog, or the ‘Duck Pond’ as it is known locally, is a section of Dundrum Forest. The man-made duck pond, that is one of the main features of the site, is the home of many water birds and insect life and interesting plant species.

The picturesque village of Ardfinnan is located between Cahir and Clonmel along the River Suir. A large village green by the riverbank provides ample space for people to meet or play sport and is an access point for the Suir Blueway.

Along River Suir, Marlfield Forest offers great walks. There are two waymarked trails in Marlfield property. The Glenbawn Loop (2.5kms, 1 hour, moderate) gives the walker a great overview of the forest including the riverside. The Fox Covert Loop (3kms, 1hr 20mins, moderate) takes in the ringfort of Dún Uí Faolain on the eastern end of the forest in addition to the wider forest.

Marlfield Lake is a wild bird sanctuary located to the south west of Clonmel and just north of the village of Marlfield. It supports a large population of water birds including swans, mallard duck, coots, and herons.

The Inch Field, situated beside Cahir Castle, is an area of outstanding natural beauty, flanked by the River Suir, the back-drop of the castle and surrounded by mature native trees. A few years ago some of these trees fell and others lost large boughs during a severe winter storm. It was decided that these trees should continue to live on in the Inch Field and many of them have been carved to form a sculpture trail.

Situated just off the main square in Templemore, the park offers a free outdoor experience for every family member. Templemore park is a wonderful place to spend time unwinding, walking and observing the beautiful wildlife all around.

Tipperary Mountain Trekking Centre is a horse riding and pony trekking centre based at Rusheen, a townland between Borrisoleigh and Upperchurch, Co. Tipperary. Family run, the centre has been established for the past 20 years and specialised in horse riding and pony trekking experiences in the unspoiled Irish countryside. The experiences they offer are: lessons for children and adults; one hour and two hour pony treks; longer horse trail rides to the pub; on-site residential short breaks and riding holidays; solo traveller vacations; school tours; birthday parties; and pony camps.

A beautiful, scenic woodland walk which lies on a relatively steep gradient down to the banks of the river Suir. 

The purpose of the organisation is to benefit the health and wellbeing of the community by animal based learning, development and therapeutic programmes.

Arragh More Bog is situated roughly halfway between Carrigahorig and Birr. The site comprises a raised bog that includes areas of high bog and cutover bog. The entire Arragh More Bog comprises several interconnecting bogs, with till ridges running between deeper areas of bog. Arragh More (Derrybreen) Bog is a Special Area of Conservation as a site of considerable conservation significance, comprising as it does, a raised bog, a rare habitat in the E.U. and one that is becoming increasingly scarce and under threat in Ireland.

Redwood is the most northerly townland in Tipperary. The bog was acquired from Bord na Móna for conservation purposes. It is a raised bog that has developed on the southern margin of the Little Brosna flood plain at its confluence with the Shannon. It forms part of the Little Brosna Callows Area of Scientific Interest, which is of international importance as a wildfowl habitat and as a classical example of a flood plain ecosystem. The reserve includes the last relatively intact bog dome on the flood plain margin as well as a dried out portion of another dome and an area of fen. The intact dome has a typical raised bog flora and in the centre it retains quaking areas and numerous bog pools.

Sopwell Wood comprises of over 147 hectares of conifer and broadleaf forest and a 70 ha section, approximately, of Scohaboy Bog to the south west of the property. Scohaboy Bog supports a good diversity of raised bog microhabitats. It is also one of the more southerly raised bogs in the country, adding to its ecological value.

Over 100 acres, Knockanacree woodland has had continuous tree cover for over 200 years. The dominant tree species is Beech. They crowd together with their smooth grey trunks and dense, soaring light green canopies, creating a cathedral-like impression. You can find three very enjoyable walking trails in Knockanacree. The Ash Loop (1.4 kms, 30mins , Easy, Blue) is a quick introduction to the woods with the chance to see the views of the adjoining rural countryside. The Oak Walk (1.8 kms, 40mins, Easy, Green) explores the eastern end of the property whilst following the Beech Trail (2.5 kms, 50 mins, Moderate, Red) is a great way to explore the wider beech forest.

The Slieve Felim Way is a 43km linear walking route through the counties of Limerick and Tipperary well away from the hustle and bustle of main roads. The route weaves its way from the village of Murroe through foothills and around Slieve Felim (422m), Keeper Hill (694m) and the Silvermine Mountains (475m) to finish at the former mining village of Silvermines. Near the southern end of the route and worth a visit is the Benedictine monastery of Glenstall Abbey. The terrain consists of quiet roads, forestry tracks and field paths: some wet stretches may be expected. The total aggregate ascent over the route is less than 900m, and there are no significant climbs, but there are some spectacular long views from the route, particularly along the northern section.

Located between counties Clare, Tipperary (Terryglass and Dromineer), and Galway, Lough Derg is one of the largest lakes on the River Shannon, spanning 179 kilometres, and is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other water sports.

In Nenagh, there are three cycling routes varying in distance from 11 km to 67 km, with numerous shorter alternatives available. Each route offers pleasant views of the local countryside, while loops 1 and 2 feature stunning lakeshore panoramas. There are numerous picnic stops along the routes, as well as several award-winning pubs and restaurants.