Trevor Knipe of Ballymartin

Grandfather inspired by woodland is in training to run Dublin Marathon

A 67-YEAR-old landowner from Co Armagh is preparing to run his first ever marathon this year after being inspired by a woodland which was planted on his land three years ago. Trevor Knipe, of Ballymartrim Wood, planted over five hectares of native Irish trees, which he has since opened up to the public for walking and fundraising events. Mr Knipe, …

Woodland consultant hits milestone by planting her one millionth tree

A COUNTY Armagh woman has planted one million trees in Northern Ireland in the last 13 years in a drive to help landowners and farmers make better use of land while contributing positively to our overall environment. Carolyn Trimble, owner of IndiWoods, is celebrating reaching the significant milestone and said if landowners and farmers did not participate this success would …