FUNDING of €56,974 has been announced for walking and hiking trail improvements across Kerry under the 2026 Walks Scheme Development Fund.
The funding forms part of a national allocation of over €485,000 announced by Minister Dara Calleary to support upgrades and improvements to rural walking trails nationwide.
The Kerry projects approved for funding are:
• Dingle Way Pathway Upgrade – €9,867
• North Kerry Way pathway resurfacing, benches and signage – €5,441
•Glanageenty Walks pathway upgrades – €9,996
•Siúlóid na Cille trail benches – €1,700
• Keel Uphill/Downhill bridge replacement and drainage upgrades – €10,000
• Kerry Way (Kenmare) – Lacka Bridge and Trail repair – €10,000
• Kerry Way – The Fairy Walk and Village enhancement works – €9,970
The funding has been welcomed by Deputy Michael Cahill and Minister Norma Foley.
