Heritage Trees of Ireland

doi:10.15468/9athfc

Heritage Trees of Ireland

Citation

National Biodiversity Data Centre (2016). Heritage Trees of Ireland. Occurrence dataset https://doi.org/10.15468/9athfc accessed via GBIF.org on 2018-07-21.

Description

A database of tree of biological, cultural, ecological or historical interest because of their age, size or condition.

Purpose

The objective of the survey was to develop a recording framework and produce a database to locate and record information on trees of heritage importance in Ireland in order to improve the accessability, application and availability of this information for a wide range of uses. It is envisaged that the compiled data will be a valuable aid to a variety of interests towards generating awareness and appreciation of trees and particularly in developing more informed policies about the future management and conservation of Ireland’s Heritage Trees. Such interests include local authorities, planners, landscape architects, property developers, environmentalists, communities, conservation groups. It may also include students, dendrologists, botanists, scientists, arborists, foresters, the media – writers & television, and anyone with an interest in trees. Furthermore, Heritage Trees suitably marked on site can be an added attraction for visitors to tourism areas.

Sampling Description

Quality Control

All data has been verified by field survey work and direct observation undertaken by a dedicated and relevantly qualified project team. GPS technology was used to record location co-ordinates for each individual record.

Method steps

The collection of data was achieved by a variety of methods including desktop research and direct consultation by the project team with various recognised authorities on Ireland’s heritage of trees. Calls were also made via the print and other media inviting members of the public to submit details on trees of heritage interest. All data has been verified by follow up field survey work and direct observation undertaken by a dedicated and relevantly qualified project team.

Additional info

Further information can be obtained from the Tree Council of Ireland’s website http://www.treecouncil.ie

Taxonomic Coverages

Geographic Coverages

The island of Ireland

Bibliographic Citations

Contacts

Aubrey Fennell
originator
Tree Council of Ireland
c/o. Tree Council of Ireland, Seismograph House, Rathfarnham Castle, Rathfarnham, Dublin 14.
IE
Telephone: + 353 1 4931313
email: heritagetrees@treecouncil.ie
homepage: http://www.treecouncil.ie/

metadata author
National Biodiversity Data Centre, Ireland
Beechfield house, Carriganore WIT West Campus
Waterford
County Waterford
IE
Telephone: +353 (0)51 306 240
email: info@biodiversityireland.ie
homepage: http://www.biodiversityireland.ie/

Barry O'Neill
administrative point of contact
National Biodiversity Data Centre, Ireland
Beechfield house, Carriganore WIT West Campus
Waterford
County Waterford
IE
Telephone: +353 (0)51 306 240
email: boneill@biodiversityireland.ie
homepage: http://www.biodiversityireland.ie/