The hidden Milverton Quarry in Skerries, Co Dublin
That magical old quarry?
David Diebold writes:
Some time ago, you featured a spectacular photo of a hidden quarry at Skerries, Co Dublin, with great cliff faces descending to a turquoise lake. Your readers could hardly believe such a beautiful place existed so near Dublin.
Well, Roadstone is filling it in. Looks like the EPA [Environmental Protection Agency] will grant a license despite the established presence of nesting Peregrine Falcons, otters and kingfishers. Submissions against the plan [deadline February 11] will cost individuals €200 a pop. I’m no tree hugger, but, c’mon…
Previously: You Won’t Get This
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