nature reserves around armagh town

Annagarriff Wood lies at the heart of this reserve, having survived as a hunting preserve for over 200 years. Although felled on occasion, it has never been farmed and most native tree species are present. Oak and birch predominate but rarities such as yew, aspen and alder buckthorn may be seen.

Jays frequenting the canopy often scold resident sparrowhawk and long-eared owls, while on the forest floor flowers compete for the spring light and badgers find digging easy in the gravel...