Sam McConnell
Third-generation hill sheep farmer in the Mourne Mountains who discusses grazing, gorse management, and the impacts of moorland wildfires on livestock and wildlife.
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Feb 20, 2026 • 24min
The Mourne Mountain Fires
Sam McConnell, a third-generation hill sheep farmer in the Mourne Mountains, talks about grazing, gorse buildup, and how moorland wildfires threaten livestock and wildlife. He recounts facing fast-spreading burns, contrasts past controlled burning with modern rules, and explores how undergrazing and drier summers worsen fires. Restoration and prevention efforts are also discussed.
