Wren Day, also known as Wren's Day, Day of the Wren or Hunt the Wren Day, is celebrated on 26 December, St. Stephen's Day. The tradition consists of "hunting" a fake wren, and putting it on top of a decorated pole. Then the crowds of mummers or strawboys celebrate the wren (also pronounced as the wran) by dressing up in masks, straw suits and colourful motley clothing and, accompanied by traditional céilí music bands, parade through the towns and villages. These crowds are sometimes called wrenboys
In this area of the Plantation we have seen numerous Wrens, particularly in Spring. Watch out for them and don't disturb them in nesting season.
NOTE.
Archallagan Plantation is a working environment where forestry operations take place. Please beware of vehicles on forestry roads and machinery involving tree felling activities.
Please respect other users of the Plantation – Walkers, horse riders, cyclists etc.Public access to the Plantation may be restricted due to forestry work or sporting events and please pay attention to public notices and follow all safety signage.
Many thanks to DEFA for allowing this cache to be placed here and for encouraging people to get out and enjoy this wonderful old Plantation. Remember the country code and respect this area.
Happy caching.