Pollinators
Supporting bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects.
Connecting Nature.
Restoring Biodiversity.
Action
Creating and restoring habitats for pollinators and wildlife.
- Pollinator patches
- Native hedgerows
- Removing invasive species
Education
Raising awareness and inspiring positive change through learning.
- Signage & resources
- Workshops & talks
- Walks & guided tours
Community
Working together across our communities to protect nature.
- Residents & volunteers
- Schools & groups
- Council & partners
About Us
What is the
What is the
B Corridor?
The B Corridor is an ecological corridor running between the Newtown and Ballygunner areas of Waterford City.
It includes the habitats of the Lower River Suir Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and the Knockboy Wetlands.
Native Habitats
Trees, hedgerows and wildflower meadows.
Rivers & Wetlands
Protecting the River Suir and the Knockboy Wetlands.
Connecting Communities
Linking homes, schools, parks and community spaces.
Birds & Wildlife
A haven for birds and other native wildlife.
Plants & Meadows
Wildflowers and grasslands full of colour and life.
We may rebuild our cathedrals and our castles, but we cannot rebuild a meadow once it is lost.– John Feehan, Irish ecologist & author
Our Vision
A Landscape Where
A Landscape Where
Nature and People Thrive
Established in 2024, the B Corridor Group brings together local residents, community groups, parishes, schools, businesses, Waterford City & County Council and the National Biodiversity Data Centre.
We work with communities, landowners and partners to restore habitats, protect wildlife and create a connected, resilient natural environment.
Our Corridor
A Connected Landscape
A living route through Waterford where churchyards, river edges, meadows, bee territory and wetlands work together as one connected habitat.
1 Choose a stop
2 Discover what lives there
3 Take the route with you
1 Choose a stop
2 Discover what lives there
Tap a marker or stop card to open its story
Route
Area
Stops
Stop 01
Churchyard
Pollinator patch
Trailhead. Follow the church's example by creating a pollinator patch with flowers rich in pollen and nectar.
Take the trail with you
Open the full Google map or get walking directions before you go.
Events & News
Community updates, stories and biodiversity actions from across the B Corridor.
Action
A Corridor in Bloom
Spring has arrived along the B Corridor, bringing colour, life, and a reminder of why this landscape matters. Take a look at what's flowering and what's been buzzing.
Community
Community Planting Day A Huge Success
Thanks to over 80 volunteers, we planted more than 2,000 native trees and shrubs along the river banks. Here's a look at the day and the impact we're making together.
Education
Small Creatures, Big Impact
From frogs to fungi, the small but mighty play a huge role in a healthy ecosystem. Discover some of the unsung heroes of the B Corridor.
Working Together
Stronger together, we create connected landscapes.
Waterford Trees for Life
Waterford City & County Council
National Biodiversity Data Centre
Eco Action Group
Local Residents
Community Volunteers
Be Part of the Change
Your support helps us protect habitats, connect wildlife and build a wilder, more resilient future.
Get involved: email us at bcorridorwaterford@gmail.com