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The law in Northern Ireland states that the burning of vegetation such as heather, gorse, whin or fern may only be carried out between 1 September and 14 April.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Thompson added there are "numerous smaller gorse fires going on" across Northern Ireland.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

The wild, flat landscapes dotted with gorse and heather are known for their wildlife, including rare species like the sand lizard, woodlark and silver-studded blue butterfly.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2025

Firefighters are continuing to tackle a gorse fire at Brookeborough, County Fermanagh.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2025

The face on the other side of the gorse bush crumpled into a gargoyle, tongue sticking out, eyes popping, then returned to girl.

From "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman