Leitrim is not completely landlocked, and the village of Tullaghan is focus for an “access to the sea” project unveiled by Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys. Located on the Wild Atlantic Way, the new project provides public access to Leitrim’s only piece of coastline, she has said. An investment of almost €200,000 under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme allows the development of “an accessible roadway, car park, and seating to take in the breath-taking views,”she says.
Surfers, kayakers and other visitors are expected to use the amenity which has been developed by Leitrim County Council in partnership with the local community. “It’s lovely to see places like Tullaghan develop and improve on their own natural beauty with the Wild Atlantic Way to the north and the majestic Ben Whisken to the south,”Ms Humphreys said. “This wonderful project is a huge addition to the locality and further afield and it adds another dimension to the already magnificent coastline of North Sligo, Leitrim and South Donegal,”she said, paying tribute to all those involved.
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