A Bird’s-Eye View of the Old Quarry

See the Old Cement Quarry from a whole new perspective! This aerial footage captures the scale and beauty of the site as it stands today—a place where nature has flourished in the decades since industry moved on. Once a hub of limestone extraction, the quarry is now a biodiversity-rich landscape, home to diverse plant andContinue reading “A Bird’s-Eye View of the Old Quarry”

Dominick’s Bridge Ready For Summer

This morning, if you were crossing Dominick’s Bridge you may have seen Drogheda Tidy Towns volunteers out and about. Before and After Pictures: Drogheda Tidy Towns embarked on a mission to revive the charm of planters on Dominick Bridge with a splash of vibrant colors. With ten neglected planters awaiting transformation, it was hands onContinue reading “Dominick’s Bridge Ready For Summer”

Drogheda Youthreach continues to Transform “Jim Garry Way”

Celebrating Progress: Drogheda Youthreach continues to Transform “Jim Garry Way” Just last week, we shared the ongoing transformation of “Jim Garry Way” by Drogheda Youthreach. Read here: https://droghedatidytowns.com/…/jim-garry-way…/ Today, we’re thrilled to witness their unwavering dedication as they forge ahead. Every step along “Jim Garry Way” reflects not just physical changes but also the collectiveContinue reading “Drogheda Youthreach continues to Transform “Jim Garry Way””

Old Hill Planters

Embracing Community Spirit and working together! James Byrne collaborating with Drogheda Tidy Towns and the passionate local resident James Prendergast embarked on a mission to infuse vibrancy into the base of the steps on the Old Hill. James Byrne “A special shoutout goes to Menshed Drogheda, whose skilled hands crafted the stunning planters that nowContinue reading “Old Hill Planters”

No Mow May – Drogheda Tidy Towns

Drogheda Tidy Towns would like to invite you to take part in the No Mow May initiative this month. By not mowing our lawns or cutting back grass and hedges, wildflowers are free to bloom and grow. Our bees feed off the pollen and thrive. Let’s take action together to help our biodiversity. One thirdContinue reading “No Mow May – Drogheda Tidy Towns”

***CALLING ALL STAKEHOLDERS ON THE NORTH ROAD / MELL LOOP WALK***

Hi all, Some exciting news from Tidy Towns Drogheda! They’ve teamed up with local residents (us!), some local businesses, and Louth County Council to make our 5km loop walk (the ‘North Road / Mell loop’) even better. Are you living or operating a business on this 5km loop? If so, we’re looking for your inputContinue reading “***CALLING ALL STAKEHOLDERS ON THE NORTH ROAD / MELL LOOP WALK***”

#DroghedaAndProud – Let’s make Drogheda shine brighter than ever! 💫

Exciting news! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our social campaign, #DroghedaAndProud, dedicated to celebrating the beauty and spirit of our beloved town, Drogheda. Throughout the months of May and June, Drogheda Tidy Towns invites all members of the Drogheda & District community to join us in spreading positivity by sharing what makes Drogheda specialContinue reading “#DroghedaAndProud – Let’s make Drogheda shine brighter than ever! 💫”

Housing and Dereliction – Revitalising Drogheda

Tonight Drogheda Tidy Towns attended  “Housing and Dereliction – Revitalising Drogheda” which took place in the Barbican Centre, St Peters Parish Centre, William St, Drogheda on the 25th of April. The call to action was set up in response to the escalating derelict building crisis in Drogheda. Dom Gradwell from the Drogheda Dereliction Action Group and Bobby McCormackContinue reading “Housing and Dereliction – Revitalising Drogheda”

“Jim Garry Way” Transformation by Drogheda Youthreach

Thank you to Katie McDonagh & all her amazing students at Drogheda Youthreach you did an amazing job! I would also like to mention that a local living in Sienna reached out to Tidy Towns Drogheda to tell us how thankful they are of the work you all did. They shared with us the importanceContinue reading ““Jim Garry Way” Transformation by Drogheda Youthreach”

Restoring Bully’s Acre by Friends of Bully’s Acre Drogheda ” Acer Bulaí “

Bully’s Acre in Drogheda is experiencing a remarkable revival, thanks to the dedicated efforts of the Friends of Bully’s Acre Drogheda. (follow here) BULLY’S ACRE FAMINE CEMETERY: The Drogheda Union Workhouse was erected in 1841 for the relief of the distressed and destitute of Drogheda, south Louth and the east Meath electoral districts. Hundreds ofContinue reading “Restoring Bully’s Acre by Friends of Bully’s Acre Drogheda ” Acer Bulaí “”