The state-of-the-art facility will provide 52 berths for boats and act as a major boost to the North East region in terms of tourism.
The Ramor Water Sports Club Marina project includes the provision of an Access for All boat to cater for people with disabilities. The boat, 'Lady Amanda', was named after Amanda Brady - a former member of Ramor Sports Club who has sadly passed.
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys was joined by Irish Paralympian, Kerrie Leonard, Irish Sailing CEO, John Twomey, representatives from the Irish Wheelchair Association and members of Ramor Water Sports Club to mark the opening.
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Minister Humphreys said: "This facility in Virginia will make such a huge difference to the North East region.
"It will bring in extra tourists and visitors alike and provide a welcome boost to the local economy.
"I'm really pleased too that the facilities at Ramor Sports Club cater for people all abilities.
"As part of this project, a ramp will be provided to assist people who use a wheelchair.
"And the club also operates an access for all boat, 'Lady Amanda', which has already brought hundreds of people out onto the water.
"This really is a project that will make such a difference to this region for generations to come.
"I want to pay tribute to all the team at Ramor Water Sports Club and I'm delighted my Department was able to support them with an investment of €200,000 under LEADER."
