Split Hills and Long Hill Esker

Split Hills and Long Hill Esker is a semi-natural grassland esker in County Westmeath, Ireland. It is considered to be one of the largest examples of wooded esker in Ireland.[1] The area is located between the towns of Tyrellspass and Kilbeggan. The River Brosna flows through the area.[2]

As a site ecological interest, it has been declared as a Special Area of Conservation[3]

See also

References
  1. "Split Hills & Long Esker Hill". www.askaboutireland.ie. Retrieved 4 March 2022.
  2. "Split Hills and Long Hill Esker SAC - Places to Visit | Heritage in Schools". www.heritageinschools.ie. Retrieved 4 March 2022.
  3. "Split Hills and Long Hill Esker SAC | National Parks & Wildlife Service". www.npws.ie. Retrieved 4 March 2022.

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