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THE annual Donald Walsh Swim and BBQ finally took place this week in Fenit on Wednesday last. A huge crowd showed up for the evening which went smoothly. This was the fifth swim of the 2026 Tralee Bay Swimming Club series and was sponsored by photographer Domnick Walsh. There were […]
WITH another heatwave on the way, speculation is mounting as to why the new water-based activities centre in Fenit has not yet been opened. Local man and regular swimmer in Fenit, Billy Ryle, contacted TraleeToday.ie to say the Council had some explaining to do as to why it remains locked […]
A LOCAL councillor has again called on Kerry County Council to look into the feasibility of developing an outdoor swimming pool in Fenit. At the meeting of the Tralee Municipal District of Kerry County Council on Monday, Fianna Fáil Cllr Mikey Sheehy said he first tabled the motion two years […]
FENIT will host a special celebration this May with the St. Brendan The Navigator Festival from May 15-18. The festival will be an inspiring celebration of heritage, adventure and community in honour of Kerry’s legendary patron saint. The majority of events will be centred around St Brendan’s feast day May […]
THE sod has officially been turned on the new €1.3 million Water Sports Facility at Fenit. Developed by Fáilte Ireland in partnership with Kerry County Council, this best-in-class outdoor tourism amenity aims to enhance the visitor experience and serve as a central hub for outdoor activities in Fenit. The new […]
THERE has been a call for signs requesting cyclists to dismount from their bikes along the pedestrian path from Fenit carpark to Fenit bathing slip. At the recent meeting of Tralee Municipal District, Fine Gael Cllr Angie Baily put forward a motion that the Council position three or four ‘Cyclists […]
A FAMILY 5k Run/Walk will be held next month in Fenit in aid of the Kerry Hospice Centre & Cancer Trials Ireland. The Surf 2 Town Fenit: Family 5KM Run/Walk aims to be a fun-filled family event on the Fenit Greenway and a great way to stay healthy. Entry is €15 […]
NEW informative signage for anglers has been installed on Fenit causeway following concerns highlighted by local anglers and members of Tralee Bay Angling Club of the retention of endangered shark, skate and ray species from the pier. There are many skate and ray species that can be found in and […]
A LOCAL councillor has expressed concern about recent reports of anti-social behavior on a Fenit beach. Fianna Fáil Tralee MD Councillor Mikey Sheehy said he is deeply concerned about reports involving drag racing and reckless driving. A local resident alerted Cllr Sheehy to an alarming incident where a group of […]
FENIT is embracing her wild side as The Wild Mind Festival returns to the seaside village from April 26-28. The festival promises a stellar lineup of scientists, environmentalists, authors and artists mixed with a series of fun events, film, music and comedy, in what promises to be a fun filled […]
