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A major new outdoor recreational facility has been officially opened to members of the public in Castletroy, County Limerick.
Costing an estimated €2.2m to develop, Castletroy Park is now one of the largest purpose-built public park and amenity areas in the midwest region.
The delivery of the 17-acre development follows an eight-month long construction contract between Limerick County Council and contractor L&M Keating of Kilmihil, County Clare.
The development, which was designed by local company Nicholas de Jong Associates Urban Design.
John Gallahue, Cathaoirleach of Limerick County Council, said that the new facilities were a significant and welcome addition to Limerick’s outdoor recreational infrastructure.
"The County Council has always been conscious of the growing population of the City Environs and the increasing demands for enhanced recreational facilities.
"To this end, therefore, the additional amenities being provided in this park will also be complemented by further recreational facilities in the Castletroy area and also a proposed new Neighbourhood Park at Ballykeeffe.
"This park will serve the population of the Southern Environs, including Ballykeeffe, Dooradoyle, Gouldavoher, Raheen and Mungret’, explained the Cathaoirleach."
Gerry Behan, Deputy County Manager, said the provision of sporting and recreational facilities and services is one of the core functions of Local Government.
"Castletroy continues to experience growth in terms of developments and population. Therefore, it is imperative that this is matched by the provision of important infrastructure such as recreational amenities.
"The funding made available through the Development Levy Scheme, makes it possible for the first time to provide this state of the art recreational facility.
"I expect that this accessible and convenient setting for relaxation and recreation will become a focal point for the people of the locality and beyond," added Mr Behan
See: €2.2m Castleroy Development Opens This Week
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