The Stradbally Loop Walk was officially opened on Saturday, May 30 by Cathaoirleach of Laois County Council, Cllr Barry Walsh.
The 3km community walk was opened at Court Square with an event organised by the SVT Activity & Wellness Hub in partnership with Stradbally Tidy Towns, with support from Laois County Council.
The new loop walk represents an important investment in community wellbeing, outdoor recreation and sustainable tourism within Stradbally and the wider Laois area. The project was funded under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) through the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht (DRCDG).
Speaking ahead of the launch, An Cathaoirleach Barry Walsh said: “I am delighted to officially open the Stradbally Loop Walk, a wonderful amenity that will benefit both the local community and visitors to the area for years to come. Projects such as this encourage healthy living, social connection and appreciation of the natural environment. I commend everyone involved in bringing this initiative to fruition, particularly SVT Activity & Wellness Hub, Stradbally Tidy Towns and all community volunteers.”
The ORIS funding programme supports the development of outdoor recreational infrastructure in rural areas, helping communities to enhance local amenities while promoting active lifestyles and tourism opportunities. Scroll down to the bottom to see more photos
1. Cathaoirleach of Laois County Council, Barry Walsh, who officially opened the new Stradbally Loop Walk on Saturday, John Scully, Ann Marie Maher, Laois Co Co Sports & Leisure Section Anne Simpson, S.V.T Activity & Wellness Hub, Stradbally Tidy Town Committee Members
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2. Walking along Charter Lane Stradbally for the guided loop walk on Saturday
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3. Laois County Council Stradbally Loop Walk Launch.
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4. The launch of the new community loop walk in Stradbally.
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