About Us
What is Burren Nature Sanctuary?
Our Story
In 2012 Mary and Roy Bermingham gifted this 50 acre organic farm to nature. It is an magical mosaic of Burren biodiversity with 25 acres of rewilding, a 15 acre conservation managed, orchid rich, wildflower meadow, native woodland, a native botany collection and a unique protected wetland area
What can you do at Burren Nature Sanctuary?
- Learn about the world renowned flora of the region in the Burren Botany Bubble
- Experience walking through different Burren habitats
- Audio discovery points in five languages
- Visit the Disappearing lake
- Meet the farm pets
- Enjoy the cafe, gift shop and playgrounds
- Book a guided experience
- Stay on site
Have a look at our map to discover our habitats, walks and discovery points!
Our mission
Vision
- To allow people of all ages to engage with the unique biodiversity of the Burren
- To foster a love for nature
- To inspire people to cherish, respect and conserve our natural heritage for a sustainable future
Mission
- To introduce people to the Burren by providing an accessible place to engage with nature
- To build on the National Collection of Burren Flora, Trails and Exhibits
- To educate people in nature conservation through an enjoyable experience
Our Mandate
We are devoted to mitigating the biodiversity emergency
Awards
Burren Nature Sanctuary has been recognised for our environmental interpretation and conservation
- 2013 Burren and Cliffs of Moher Geopark Visitor Interpretation Gold Award
- 2014 Burren and Cliffs of Moher Geopark Leave No Trace Gold Award
- 2015 SCCUL Enterprise award for Arts and Tourism
- 2016 Irish Responsible Tourism Awards Silver Award
- 2017 Green Hospitality Eco Award
- 2017 JCI Bank of Ireland Friendly Business Award winner in ‘Community Impact’ category
- 2019 Energia Sustainable Business of the Year Silver
- 2021 Innovation and Excellence Award ‘Nature Podcast of the Year’ for Burren Nature Sanctuary podcast ‘Nature Magic’
- 2023 European Travel Awards 'Nature Attraction of the Year ROI'
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