Louth Among 69 Projects in Ireland’s Great Outdoors Funding
The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has today announced a €16.1 million investment in outdoor recreation projects across Ireland. County Louth will benefit from this investment, with three local projects receiving a total of €194,119.
Templetown Blue Flag Beach Accessibility Project:
This project aims to enhance access to beach facilities by constructing disabled parking bays, accessible picnic areas, and improving existing pathways.
Total Allocated: €35,388
Port Blue Flag Beach Accessibility Project:
This initiative will also improve beach access through the construction of disabled parking bays, accessible picnic areas, and accessible paths.
Total Allocated: €45,330
Siúl na Mánaigh Greenway:
This project will create a greenway from the Heritage Park in Dromiskin to the recently restored natural wetland at Ginnety’s Pond Nature Park.
Total Allocated: €113,400
With the summer season upon us, Minister Humphreys highlighted the importance of this investment in outdoor adventure tourism. The funding will support various projects nationwide, including greenways, blueways, forest parks, and cycling routes. New walking trails will be established, and projects supporting outdoor sports such as kayaking, paddle-boarding, swimming, and other water-based activities will be developed.
Announcing the investment, Minister Humphreys said, “Our beautiful outdoors have never been more available to us than today. With the summer months upon us, now is the time to enjoy the wonderful amenities right on our doorstep.”
Ardee Mid Louth Councillor expressed enthusiasm for the funding, stating, “This is fantastic news! The funding of €194,119 for Louth County Council projects is a significant boost for enhancing accessibility and community amenities. The projects at Templetown and Port Blue Flag beaches will greatly improve access for all, including the provision of disabled parking bays and picnic areas. Additionally, the Siúl na Mánaigh Greenway project will enhance our local natural attractions. I am especially pleased to see Port Beach receive this funding, as it will make a lovely beach even more enjoyable for our community. As always, I am delighted to work with Louth County Council to make our area a better place to live, work, and socialise.”
