News - Hodson Bay
€30 million waterfront park would boost tourism, says local councillor
He was speaking following the second and final public consultation on the project.
Apr 23, 2026 17:32
Public consultation to take place this week for planned waterfront park project in Co. Roscommon
The major tourism project at Hodson Bay will include a new marina with floating boardwalk and a water play experience.
Oct 22, 2025 14:08
Contracts signed for Waterfront Park in south Roscommon
Funding of close to €1.4 million was announced earlier this month for the project at the popular tourist attraction in south Roscommon.
May 15, 2025 07:22
Planning permission lodged for new eco-tourism project in Roscommon
Planning applications were submitted by New Island Resorts Limited.
Nov 10, 2023 13:38
Appeal lodged against expansion of Bay Sports water park
The application has been the source of objections from some in the local community.
Feb 23, 2023 13:16
Support from public needed to obtain Blue Flag for Lough Ree beaches
In order to qualify for the Blue Flag, a series of stringent environmental, educational, safety, and accessibility criteria must be met and maintained.
Jan 27, 2023 17:30
Locals welcome access condition in award of Athlone waterpark expansion
The application has been the source of objections from some in the local community who had highlighted access issues with the popular beach and swimming point on Lough Ree.
Jan 27, 2023 14:19
Planning permission secured for expansion of Roscommon waterpark
Designs for the main water park will include inflatable platforms, slides and climbing walls, along with a junior waterpark.
Jan 26, 2023 12:27
Lough Ree RNLI respond to 42 incidents in last 6 months
The public are being advised to take care out on the water.
Sep 13, 2022 13:37
Support sought for Hodson Bay and Coosan Point as bathing areas
Hodson Bay and Coosan Point are hugely popular areas for swimming on the shores of Lough Ree during the summer months
Jun 7, 2022 17:34
Concerns raised over planned expansion of Athlone water park
Roscommon county planners will decide on the application next month.
Mar 14, 2022 17:50
A charity swim takes place today from Hodson Bay to Athlone town
Boat users are asked to obey the instructions of the safety boats and marshals that will be in attendance.
Sep 26, 2021 08:24
Roscommon hotelier says slow start will be needed as doors re-open to customers
It's another step back to normality for Ireland's tourism industry
Jun 2, 2021 13:29Shannonside Newsletter
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