Over €900,000 for recreation projects
Dunmore East Coastal Walk. Photo: Karen Dempsey
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has announced €16.1 million nationally to support 69 Outdoor Recreation projects, €926,515 of which has been granted for four projects in County Waterford.
The scheme supports outdoor recreation activities, such as walking, trekking, cycling, kayaking and hiking. It helps to make use of the resources of the countryside that contribute to healthy active lifestyles, and it supports the economic and tourism potential of the area for both local communities and tourist visitors alike.
€175,505 will go towards an embankment stabilization project at Crough Wood Walk. A further €108,000 will be used to upgrade steps at Portally Cove on the Dunmore East Coastal Walk.
Benvoy Beach will benefit from €143,010 to upgrade access to the beach and €500,000 will be used to develop a 870 metre walkway at Ardmore Beach.
Welcoming the announcement Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Joe Conway said, “It is wonderful to welcome today’s funding announcement under the ORIS scheme. This funding will go towards developing and enhancing some of our favourite trails right across County Waterford.
“The timing of this announcement couldn’t be more fitting as it gives another boost to our outdoor recreation network right at the start of the summer season."
