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Irish Independent
6 days ago
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- Irish Independent
Nine Sligo outdoor projects to receive €353,931 in funding under National Recreation Strategy
Deputy Frank Feighan said the funding directly supported the ambition of the National Outdoor Recreation Strategy 'Embracing Ireland's Outdoors'. The successful projects include: Pre-works studies for Sligo County Council to proceed with the statutory approval process for Phase 2 of Gibraltar Rocks Swimming Pool restoration - €50,000 Studies and designs to enable the upgrading and expansion of existing outdoor recreation facilities at Lough Gara – €45,000 Upgrade works phase 2 to ensure inclusivity and equal access for all abilities by upgrading the infrastructure at The Gleniff Barytes Millsite – €18,931 Upgrading of existing Curry outdoor swimming pool dressing shelters – €40,000 To improve public access to the summit of Muckelty Hill trail with the introduction of steps, trail seating and furniture - €40,000 Upgrading of Queen Maeve Trail parking and trailhead facilities at Rathcarrick to include surfacing, landscaping, and trail furniture – €40,000 Revamping and updating of the website – €40,000. The Warren Way renovation project entails surfacing of the trailhead and trail resurfacing – €40,000 Essential maintenance work on outdoor recreation sites along Yeats Trail – €40,000. Deputy Feighan said: 'When projects are delivered, this funding will provide a major boost to the local economy by attracting visitors and furthering our reputation as a destination for adventure tourism. 'This new funding is going to make a big difference for outdoor amenities in Sligo making them even better for local families and visitors alike. It's so important to get out and make the most of what our outdoors has to offer. 'I want to thank the community groups across County Sligo who work so hard to develop and enhance recreational amenities in our local community, and work on developing detailed applications. 'In conclusion I wish to acknowledge the assistance of Minister Dara Callery who allowed me the opportunity to support a number of the projects. 'These amenities are here for us all to enjoy. I really encourage everyone to get out there and enjoy the incredible outdoor spaces our region has to offer.'
Irish Independent
6 days ago
- General
- Irish Independent
Funding of €50k allocated for the next phase of Gibraltar swimming pool restoration project
Deputy Frank Feighan said the funding directly supported the ambition of the National Outdoor Recreation Strategy 'Embracing Ireland's Outdoors'. The successful projects include, Pre-works studies for Sligo County Council to proceed with the statutory approval process for Phase 2 of Gibraltar Rocks Swimming Pool restoration. €50,000 Studies and designs to enable the upgrading and expansion of existing outdoor recreation facilities at Lough Gara. €45,000 Upgrade works phase 2 to ensure inclusivity and equal access for all abilities by upgrading the infrastructure at The Gleniff Barytes Millsite, €18,931 Upgrading of existing Curry outdoor swimming pool dressing shelters €40,000 To improve public access to the summit of Muckelty Hill trail with the introduction of steps, trail seating and furniture, €40,000 Upgrading of Queen Maeve Trail parking and trailhead facilities at Rathcarrick to include surfacing, landscaping, and trail furniture. €40,000 Revamping and updating of the website. €40,000 The Warren Way renovation project entails surfacing of the trailhead and trail resurfacing. €40,000 Essential maintenance work on outdoor recreation sites along Yeats Trail, €40,000. Deputy Feighan said: 'When projects are delivered, this funding will provide a major boost to the local economy by attracting visitors and furthering our reputation as a destination for adventure tourism. 'This new funding is going to make a big difference for outdoor amenities in Sligo making them even better for local families and visitors alike. It's so important to get out and make the most of what our outdoors has to offer. 'I want to thank the community groups across County Sligo who work so hard to develop and enhance recreational amenities in our local community, and work on developing detailed applications. 'In conclusion I wish to acknowledge the assistance of Minister Dara Callery who allowed me the opportunity to support a number of the projects. 'These amenities are here for us all to enjoy. I really encourage everyone to get out there and enjoy the incredible outdoor spaces our region has to offer.'
