PS Carmody Contractors Ltd has commenced work on a new €1.2 million Water Sports Facility in Dromineer, County Tipperary.

The project is being carried out under the direction of Ailtírí Architects, led by Ken Hennessy, and is commissioned by Fáilte Ireland in collaboration with Tipperary County Council.

The best-in-class outdoor tourism amenity aims to enhance the visitor experience and serve as a central hub for outdoor activities in the county. 

Key features include year-round changing rooms, showers, toilets, secure storage and an induction space. The building has been designed with accessibility and sustainability in mind, incorporating full wheelchair access, a Changing Places facility, accessible toilet, and solar heating panels.

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Discussing the works, Cathaoirleach of Tipperary County Council, Cllr. John Carroll said: "This project, which will deliver a new Water Sports Facility in Dromineer, is another step in our journey in ensuring that appropriate facilities are available. I would like to thank all involved in getting the project to where it is today, particularly Fáilte Ireland for developing the concept and exemplar design and providing the funding, the staff of Tipperary County Council, the consultants and the contractors and wish all the best of luck with completion of the project." 

Head of Activities at Fáilte Ireland, Fiona Monaghan added: "We look forward to working with Tipperary County Council to develop this best-in-class Water Sports Facility that will benefit both visitors and the local community while helping extend the outdoor activity season in the area."

This project is part of Fáilte Ireland’s Platforms for Growth Scheme, funded under the Government's Project Ireland 2040 strategy. Dromineer is the sixth Water Sports Activity Facility to begin construction under this scheme with a total of 19 facilities to be developed across 13 counties.