3 days ago
Funding boost for Tipperary's ‘walkers paradise'
The Glen of Aherlow is set to benefit from a funding package of €27,000 from the Outdoor Recreational Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS), which will see signage replaced and upgraded on the eight loop walks in the Glen of Aherlow.
The news was welcomed by Fine Gael councillor Declan Burgess who said that trails across Tipperary like the Glen of Aherlow, need more support so they can flourish.
"A sincere thank you to South Tipperary Development Company CLG for applying for this much needed funding, and to John Egan for his dedication and hard work on walking routes across south Tipperary,' Cllr Burgess said.
"The Glen is a stunning outdoor amenity, full of potential. Continued investment is essential to preserve and enhance these walking and hiking routes for locals and visitors alike,' he added.
The Glen of Aherlow sits in the valley between the Galtee Mountains and Slievenamuck, with around 9,900 acres of mature forest and wooded areas for people to enjoy, known as a walkers paradise due to the variety of walking trails on offer.
Five of the eight looped walks start from the Christ the King trailhead, while the final three start from the trailhead in the village of Lisvernane.
The walks include the Rock at Thorabh loop walk, Millennium Stone loop walk, the Woodland loop walk, the Bianconi loop walk, and the Ballinacourty loop walk, as well as Carroll's loop walk, Padraig's loop walk and the Dolmen loop walk.
"I have been a strong advocate for increased investment in the Glen, and I'm delighted that this Government funding will improve signage and support better route management,' Cllr Burgess added.
