Bog of Allen Nature Centre

The Bog of Allen Nature Centre, in Lullymore, near Rathangan in Co. Kildare is an international centre for peatland education, conservation and research run by the Irish Peatland Conservation Council

The turf fire was the main source of heating and cooking in 19th century Ireland. At the Bog of Allen Nature Centre, you can explore the typical interior of a traditional Irish cottage. The furnishings were utilitarian and included a dresser to hold the delf and a settle bed placed next to the fire for extra warmth. there was no television, people entertained themselves with storytelling, conversation and music.

Things to See & Do at Bog of Allen Nature Centre

The Bog of Allen Nature Centre is a fun and exciting day out for children and families of all ages and interests. There are three areas for activities and exploration at the centre:

The Peatland Museum

See the reconstructed habitats of lake, fen and bog representing 10,000 years of history.

Flytraps (Biodiversity gardens & greenhouse of carnivorous plants)

Flytraps is a greenhouse of insect eating plants which are found in bogs all over the world and is the largest collection in Ireland and Britain.

Lodge Bog

A living raised bog habitat: a living bog nature reserve in the Bog of Allen. Here you can find live sundews, feel the watery bog move and listen for the Curlew calling. There is a boardwalk on the site and a seating area for you to take in all the sights and sounds.

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