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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · 1d

Don't forget about our upcoming online talk, 'Archaeology of Divis & Black Mountain' on Tues 21 Oct (7pm - 8.30pm)
This will be a unique opportunity to hear from National Trust Archaeologist, Mal Conway, as he explores recent archaeological finds on Divis & Black Mt

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Archaeology of Divis & Black Mountain - Belfast Hills

Join National Trust Archaeologist, Mal Conway, for this online talk that explores recent archaeological finds on Divis and the Black Mountain.

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Countryside Jobs Service @countrysidejobs.bsky.social · 4d

PEACEPlus Nature - Nature Recovery Networks Conservation Advisor with @rspb.bsky.social 3 years, Full-Time. Location: Flexible in Northern Ireland @rspbni.bsky.social c-js.uk/3VW5X3s

RSPB: PEACEPlus Nature - Nature Recovery Networks Conservation Advisor advertised with CJS

Salary: £33,027.00 - £35,259.00 Terms: 3 years, Full-TimeLocation: Flexible in Northern IrelandYour role will be to work in Lough Erne, Antrim Plateau and Lough Neagh to build relationships and seek…

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · 4d

Today marks 5 years since we celebrated the official (socially distanced!) opening of our Native Wildflower & Tree Nursery 🎉 Since then we have welcomed a wide range of dedicated volunteers who have worked tirelessly to keep it in tip top shape!

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · 10d

Some last minute places have just become available for our event on Saturday - don't miss out!

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Poetry of the Birds - Belfast Hills

Join Dr Mary Montague, poet and nature writer, for this workshop that explores the deep relationship between birds and poetry.

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · 11d

Big changes are coming to Divis! While walking routes remain, access to the café, visitor hub, upper car park, & picnic areas will be temporarily closed from Autumn 2025. Clear signage will be in place, & temporary WC facilities & alternative routes will be provided.

Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · 16d

Check out some of our upcoming free events in October!

Fantastic Fungi
📆Friday 10th October, 10am - 12.30pm
📍Barnett's Demesne
eventbrite.co.uk/e/1692209998...

Archaeology of Divis & Black Mountain
📆Tuesday 21st October, 7pm - 8pm
📍Online Talk
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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · 25d

Belfast Hills Partnership are delighted to be the recipients of a £1.1 million investment from @daera-ni.gov.uk for nature recovery. Read the full story on our website.

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£1.1 Million Investment into the Belfast Hills - Belfast Hills

Belfast Hills Partnership are delighted to be the recipients of a £1.1 million investment for nature recovery.

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · 29d

@daera-ni.gov.uk Minister @andrewmuirni.bsky.social
has committed over £3.2 million to support nature recovery projects through his department’s Environment Fund. @belfasthills.bsky.social are delighted to be among the recipients. Read all about it here:
www.daera-ni.gov.uk/news/muir-an...

Muir announces over £3.2 million to support nature recovery projects

DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has committed over £3.2 million to support nature recovery projects through his department’s Environment Fund.

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Sep 8

Greater Shankill Partnership is delighted to be working alongside QUB Archaeology and Belfast City Council on an exciting Community Excavation at Woodvale Park from Tues 16 Sept - Weds 24 Sept (excl weekends).

For more info on how to get involved simply email [email protected]

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Sep 5

Our Volunteers were treated to a well deserved day out at @nationaltrust.org.uk's Mount Stewart as part of our Volunteer Thank You Day 2025 yesterday! It was a fantastic day out from start to finish.
On behalf of all at BHP, a huge thanks to our excellent team of volunteers!

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Sep 5

It's time for another event announcement!

Poetry of the Birds is a creative workshop that explores the deep relationship between birds and poetry.

Set your alarms as booking goes live this coming Monday 8 September at 7pm:
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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Sep 4

We're hiring!
We currently have three available vacancies:
🟢Environmental Projects Officer
🔵Community Engagement Officer
🟢River Conservation Officer
The deadline for all three roles is Monday 22nd September 2025 at 9am.

Simply visit belfasthills.org/jobs/

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Sep 3

There's certainly a hint of autumn in the air up at Carnmoney Hill!

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Sep 1

It's hard to believe that September's here already! We have a jam packed month of events ahead - be sure to check them out!

Acorn to Oak!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/acorn-to-o...

Wild Autumnal Gin Infusing Workshop
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Bat Walk
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bat-walk-a...

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Aug 28

“One life has already been lost to the illegal use of scramblers on public land in the Belfast Hills. We would like to uphold the memory of those lost by preventing this from ever happening again.”

-Dr Lizzy Pinkerton, Belfast Hills Partnership Manager

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Scrambler Bikes Threaten Wildlife & Community - Belfast Hills

Belfast Hills Partnership are working together to highlight the dangers and impacts of illegal scrambler bike use in the Belfast Hills.

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Aug 28

Just who are Belfast Hills Partnership? Here's a quick explainer for anyone who has been wondering!

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Aug 27

Grazie, merci, Go raibh maith agaibh, thank you, شكراً جزيلاً, gracias to everyone who joined our Multilingual Walk on Cave Hill last Saturday! Together, we had an enjoyable & relaxing afternoon, celebrating Belfast's cultural diversity & learning words in different languages

Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Aug 22

We have another date for your diary! Join us at our Tree Nursery for our Oak to Acorn! Seed Propagation workshop. During this hands-on workshop you will learn how to identify different native tree seeds, when is best to collect them and how to grow them on.

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Acorn to Oak. Seed Propagation Workshop

Have you ever wondered how to grow your own trees or what tree seeds even look like?

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Aug 22

So just what can you expect for our FREE Trainee Ranger Scheme for 18-25 year olds? Have a quick watch of this highlight video:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6jO...

Applications are open until Tuesday 9th September 2025 at 5pm and can be found on our website - belfasthills.org/newsroom/tra...

Trainee Ranger Scheme 2024-5

YouTube video by Belfast Hills

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Aug 22

The blackberries are coming out in full force across the hedgerows and our excitement is growing for our upcoming Wild Autumnal Gin Infusing workshop! Find out more here:
belfasthills.org/events/gin-i...

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Aug 21

To help facilitate improvement works to Divis & the Black Mountain, unfortunately the Café & visitor hub will temporarily close from 1st September. Both are due to reopen in Autumn 2026. Current toilet facilities will remain open until 4pm throughout September only.

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Philip🦎EcotrakNI @ecotrakni.bsky.social · Aug 19

Great to find a new lizard site in the Belfast Hills at Glas-na-Bradan (acquired by the #WoodlandTrust in 2021). 3 juveniles seen this afternoon. @belfasthills.bsky.social @argroupsuk.bsky.social #woodlandtrust #ukwildlife #HSI #reptile #lizard #zootoca #northernireland #nature

View to Belfast Lough from Glas-na-Bradan

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Aug 15

We have another date for your diary - a Plant Pathology workshop on Saturday 13 September.

This event is suitable for conservationists, land managers, & anyone with an interest in learning about this little known ecological group.

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Plant Pathology Workshop - Belfast Hills

In this workshop, led by Jake Dalzell, we will learn to recognise key groups and identify pathogens in the field, using accessible resources.

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Aug 14

We wish everyone getting results today the best of luck. If you're wondering what your next step will be, don't forget there are always plenty of options!

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Belfast Hills Partnership @belfasthills.bsky.social · Aug 13

It's that time of year again - our FREE Trainee Ranger Scheme for 18-25 year olds opens up for applications!
The deadline for applications is Tuesday 9th September 2025. Further information and application forms can be found by visiting our website:
belfasthills.org/traineerange...