News - tourism
Local Senator welcomes new initiative to boost tourism figures
It's hoped the Irish diaspora will be reconnected with home.
Jan 3, 2023 11:17
Lock House in Clondra identified as good potential for future tourism plans
A survey was conducted this year to examine the potential for enhanced tourism.
Dec 31, 2022 09:49
River Shannon as popular with users during 2022 as it was during pandemic
Dec 31, 2022 08:43
Newly revamped National Famine Museum in Strokestown presents a great tourism opportunity
It's expected to attract 115,000 visitors annually.
Dec 30, 2022 10:13
Appointment of consultant engineers on local greenway project welcomed
The completed greenway will connect Boyle to Carrick-on-Shannon.
Dec 15, 2022 13:14
Over €57m annual revenue recorded by firm operating Longford Center Parcs attraction
The company has seen spending as employee costs soar.
Oct 14, 2022 12:13
Lack of rural EV chargers damaging local economies- Leitrim Councillor
Tourists are avoiding areas that badly need their custom because of this according to the Leitrim Councillor.
Sep 7, 2022 13:49
Fáilte Ireland launch review into historic Táin walking trail
The trail is envisioned as a core tourism attraction to the the Midlands.
Aug 29, 2022 18:20
National Famine Museum opens in Strokestown today
A major revamp of the attraction has taken place in the last 12 months.
Jul 1, 2022 12:39
New Ballinamore walking trail officially opened today
It's hoped that future development could see the walk way connect to other routes in the area.
Jun 17, 2022 13:29
Pedestrian and cycling trails must be prioritised, says Cathaoirleach
It's hoped the proposed Mid-Shannon Greenway could be a major tourist attraction in the west.
Jun 11, 2022 11:18
Call for derelict Granard building to be used as county museum
Councillor McGovern Believes the project would be another step in rejuvenating Granard.
May 27, 2022 13:38
Thousands expected to visit Strokestown Famine Museum each year
The new museum is expected to open at the end of June.
May 27, 2022 07:14
Waterways Ireland examining potential tourism developments across local villages
Local villages along the Shannon are being examined by the body
May 24, 2022 17:24Shannonside Newsletter
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