Ardee Memorial Trees to Be Relocated at Railway Lands
By ArdeePost Reporter
Memorial Tree Relocation Planned at Ardee Railway Lands
Louth County Council has confirmed that it will begin the relocation of memorial trees at Ardee Railway Lands in the coming weeks, as part of wider environmental and regeneration works in the area.
The project will see a total of 122 memorial trees carefully moved to a newly designated memorial woodland within the Railway Lands, ensuring their long-term protection while maintaining the deep personal and community significance attached to them.
New Memorial Woodland to Be Created
The council said the new memorial garden has been specifically designed to provide a more suitable and sustainable setting for the trees. The woodland will allow families and visitors to continue to remember loved ones in a peaceful, natural environment, while also improving accessibility and biodiversity across the site.
Council officials stressed that the relocation will be carried out sensitively and with respect for the commemorative nature of the trees.
Works Aligned With Ardee 2040 Regeneration Vision
The upgrades form part of the wider Ardee 2040 Regeneration Vision, which aims to enhance public spaces, promote sustainable development and improve quality of life in the town.
As part of the works, almost 1.1 kilometres of walking paths through the Railway Lands will be enhanced and improved, stretching from O’Carroll Street to the N33. These upgrades are intended to improve connectivity, accessibility and enjoyment of the popular amenity.
Improving Long-Term Tree Health
Louth County Council said the decision to relocate the memorial trees was based on ecological and environmental assessments, which found that many of the trees were facing long-term challenges in their current locations.
These issues include shallow root systems, vulnerability to disease and unsuitable conditions caused by waterlogged soils. The new woodland area will provide improved soil quality and drainage, supporting the long-term health and growth of the trees.
Native Species to Boost Biodiversity
In addition to relocating the existing memorial trees, the council plans to supplement the woodland with a range of native Irish tree species, including Rowan, Birch, Alder, Hazel and Holly.
The introduction of these species is expected to significantly enhance biodiversity, support local wildlife and strengthen the ecological resilience of the Railway Lands.
Continued Community and Recreational Use
The council confirmed that the remaining areas of the Railway Lands will continue to be preserved for active recreation and community use, ensuring the space remains a valued public amenity for residents of Ardee.
Louth County Council said the project strikes a balance between environmental stewardship, regeneration goals and respect for the personal memories associated with the memorial trees
