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.

Why Protecting Lagan Valley Regional Park Matters

The proposed development would harm Lagan Valley Regional Park, a vital ecosystem and recreational space [...]

Sewage Concerns with Proposed Quarterlands Development

NI Water’s data reveals ongoing sewage spillages affecting Drumbeg’s waterways. With Drumbeg already at capacity, [...]

Storm Overflows

Storm Overflows and Northern Ireland Water: Understanding the Impacts Storm overflows, also known as Combined [...]

Why Drumbeg Is Unsuitable for Further Expansion

Lacking amenities and proper infrastructure, Drumbeg cannot support the proposed new development at Quarterlands Road. [...]

The Hidden Costs of Suburban Sprawl in Drumbeg

 Urban sprawl threatens our rural community, draining resources from inner-city areas and causing environmental harm. [...]

Pollution in the River Lagan: A Threat to Lagan Valley Regional Park and Belfast Lough

The River Lagan, the spine of the Lagan Valley Regional Park (LVRP), faces significant pollution [...]

Environmental Risks from Quarterlands Development

Environmental concerns around sewage overflow and flood risks are mounting with the proposed Quarterlands development. [...]

Ballyskeagh Road the morning reality!

How can DOE Roads not have issue with this! During the Planning Committee MeetingS DoE Roads said [...]

DRUMBEG

In the Centre of Lagan Valley Regional Park During the planning committee meetings it was [...]

News Update

LCCC Planning Committee recommended approval of the Development at Quarterlands Road on 14 October 2024. [...]