There's far more to peat than wet feet. From climate change and flood management to wildlife habitat, the humble blanket bog plays a huge role, says Lyndon Marquis - and it's up to us hillwalkers to look after it.
The Irish Government today announced the creation of a new National Park, the country's eighth. Located on the Dingle Peninsula, Páírc Náisiúnta na Mara, Ciarraí includes the rugged Conor Pass, the unique island of Sceilg Mhichíl, and Mount Brandon, one of...