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OVER €1 million in funding has been grantedfor outdoor recreation projects in Kerry, including €200,000 to further extend the Ballyseedy Wood Amenity Trail.
The investment, under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS), is to enhance forest walks, cycleways, rivers, lakes and beaches across the county.
It will also provide a boost to the local economy by attracting more visitors to rural communities.
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The funding also includes €445,140 for construction of a 1.5km extension to the Kilderry Wood Walk in Milltown in mid-Kerry, creating a looped countryside amenity walk of 3.1km.
€200,000 has been granted to repair and upgrade the Jarvey Lane, the 1 km pedestrian/cyclist surface which runs between Killarney town and the main entrance of Killarney National Park.
€198,000 has been made available for recreational support facilities at three Blue Flag beaches — Ballinskelligs, Banna and Rossbeigh. This includes cycle stands, seating and picnic areas, drinking fountains, shower areas and lifeguard facilities.
Welcoming the news, Minister for Education Norma Foley said that the facilities and amenities that the Government are providing funding for under this scheme are making a real difference in communities right across Kerry.
“Today’s announcement will hugely benefit the health and well-being of people of all ages and is so important in terms of attracting visitors to our towns and villages. These amenities are here for us all to enjoy,” Minister Foley said.
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