Quarterlands Blog

Local voices are coming together to defend and celebrate a place like no other

The Lagan Valley.

As pressure increases from overdevelopment and under-regulation, we’re documenting what’s at stake: biodiversity, heritage, climate resilience, and fighting to preserve the well-being of our community. Here you’ll find updates on our campaign, thoughtful reflections from residents, and stories that shine a light on both the threats we face and the hope we hold.

We’re a grassroots group standing for something bigger than ourselves. Thank you for reading, sharing, and standing with us.

Bin Lorry on Quarterlands Road near the access to the proposed development
Road Width Issues

Preserving Quarterlands Road and Drumbeg Village: A Call to Halt Destructive Development in Lagan Valley [...]

19
Jan
Flooding on Quarterlands Road, December 2023
Quarterlands Road about 10.30am on 30th December 2023

This is the story of Quarterlands Road, Drumbeg, it has rained nearly everyday, the ground [...]

14
Jan
relative-heights-graphic
The Height Discrepancy

Preserving Harmony in Drumbeg: Overview: The proposed development introduces a significant height contrast with the [...]

13
Jan
December 2023 Flooding on Quarterlands Road
Persistent Flooding Challenges Persist

Flooding again on Quarterlands Road: Residents are grappling with yet another day of flooding along [...]

31
Dec
Celebrating the Season and Reflecting on Our Journey

Dear Community, As the festive season envelops us in its warmth, we take a moment [...]

27
Dec
Lagan River Flooding 12.12.23 Drumbeg Church
Another Day, Another Flood:

Why Building in Lagan Valley Regional Park AONB Spells Disaster It’s with a heavy heart [...]

12
Dec
screenshot showing the petition numbers
Over 1500 Voices Unite Against Development

Preserving the Green Heart of Lagan Valley: In a triumphant display of community strength, our [...]

09
Dec
Quarterlands at Christmas
Unwrapping an Unexpected Gift: A Little Holiday Planning Surprise

Hello, Drumbeg! Hope this message finds you sipping cocoa and wrapped in the cozy warmth [...]

08
Dec
Quarterlands Podcast

🎙 Quarterlands Chronicles: Unveiling Our Story with Solastalgia Podcast 🌍 We’re delighted to share an [...]

07
Dec
Chaos in Communication:
Chaos in Communication

LCCC’s Flood of Notification Letters Raises Eyebrows Introduction: In recent weeks, the Lagan Valley Regional [...]

04
Dec