Contracts signed for Tramore Water Sports Facility  - News - Waterford News & Star

Waterford City and County Council and Conor Phelan Construction Ltd. have signed off on building the premises on the Prom.

From left, Harry Bent, DHB Architects, Mayor of Waterford Liam Brazil and Conor Phelan, Director, Conor Phelan Construction Ltd. Standing from left, Fintan Duffy, DHB Architects, Vincent O'Shea, Waterford Council, Ivona Carr, Fáilte Ireland, Denis Coffey, Conor Phelan Construction Ltd and Sean Dobbs, Waterford Council

Caroline Spencer Contracts have been signed for the constructions of a 'state of the art' water sports facility in Tramore.

Plans include hot and cold showers, a Changing Places toilet, induction space and beach wheelchair storage, as well as upgrades to the toilet facilities

Sean McKeown, Chief Executive of Waterford City and County Council welcomed the contract signing, saying: "The delivery of this new centre will bring a multitude of benefits to Tramore and the surrounding areas, as opportunities arise for activity operators and create additional jobs and economic growth in the locality.

“The funding support from Fáilte Ireland and the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media is instrumental in copper fastening Waterford’s position as one of the leading destinations for water-based activities.”

Fiona Monaghan, Head of Product and Regional Development at Fáilte Ireland, said: “Tramore is an important coastal destination within Ireland's Ancient East, renowned for its natural beauty, outdoor activities and strong appeal for both domestic and international visitors. This exciting new development will further strengthen Tramore's position as a standout activity tourism destination and support the continued growth of the sector across County Waterford.

“This also aligns with Fáilte Ireland's Corporate Strategy, which recognises the opportunity to enhance Ireland's outdoor tourism offering. We look forward to working with Waterford City and County Council to deliver a best-in-class water sports activity facility that will further enhance the area's tourism appeal, support local economic activity and help extend the visitor season throughout the year.”