Hedgerows Ireland is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee, which does not have a share capital and was founded in 2004 by a group of hedge layers and other interested individuals. We were previously known as the Hedge Laying Association of Ireland.

Hedgerows Ireland is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee, which does not have a share capital. It was founded in 2004 and is a member of the Irish Environmental Network and the Environmental Pillar. It also receives funding from the Heritage Council.

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Aims and Objectives 

• To encourage and facilitate the conservation and appropriate management of hedgerows 
• To promote the craft and profession of hedge laying 
• To encourage and facilitate landowners in the management of hedges by laying, where appropriate 
• To encourage and train people in the craft of hedge laying 
• To establish, maintain and promote recognised standards of craftsmanship in hedge laying 
• To research and document the tradition of hedge laying in Ireland 

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Current Directors

• Eoin Donnelly
• Eamonn McLoughlin
• Clive Lyttle
• Adrian Fitzpatrick
• Chris McCarney
• Sonja Moore