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Over €120,000 Investment For Wicklow’s Forest Parks, Trails, And Outdoor Facilities

Wicklow Minister Simon Harris has confirmed that County Wicklow will receive over €120,000 for projects across the County under the Department of Rural and Community Development's Plan to improve parks, trails and outdoor facilities.

This will be a part of a 5-year strategic plan that will see €15 million invested into forest parks and recreation between 2022 – 2026.

Minister Harris said, "I am delighted to confirm that Wicklow has been approved for an investment of over €120,000 into our parks and outdoor infrastructure. Outdoor recreation is an essential element of our individual and community health and wellness. I look forward to seeing the positive impact the projects under today's funding will have on our communities and continuing to work to improve our outdoor amenities.”

Capital Works:

Devil’s Glen – Solar powered access gate to car park - €23,040

 Maintenance Works:

Avondale Forest Park - €23,040

Ballinastoe MTB - €3,456

Crone - €1,152

Devil’s Glen - €6,912

Djouce (Deerpark) - €17, 280

Glenart - €5,760

Kilmagig - €2,304

Kindlestown - €6,912

Mount Kennedy - €6,912

Shay Elliot - €1,728

The Meetings Wood - €4,608

Ballygannon Wood - €34,560

Wicklow Way - €5,760

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