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Case Study – Walks Scheme Development Fund – Byrnes Bridge Loop

Waterford LEADER Partnership, through funding from the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Walks Scheme Development Fund, has completed essential repairs to the Mt. Melleray Pilgrim Paths.

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Launch of the Waterford LEADER Partnership CLG Strategic Plan 2025-2030

On Friday, 19th September, Waterford LEADER Partnership launched its new strategic plan for the company at the Park Hotel in Dungarvan. The event was organised to recognise the achievement of months of dedicated consultation and planning with stakeholders, clients, staff and Board members.Read More


Retiring Board Member – Dr Richard Hayes

The Board of Waterford LEADER Partnership CLG wishes to formally acknowledge and thank Dr. Richard Hayes of South East Technological University for his dedicated service. His expertise and commitment have greatly contributed to the success of our organisation.


Plean Straitéiseach 2025-2030 Strategic Plan 2025–2030

Is cúis bhróid dúinn é ár bPlean Straitéiseach 2025-2030 a sheoladh go hoifigiúil, plean a cuireadh i láthair ar an 19 Meán Fómhair in Óstán na Páirce, Dún Garbhán. Tugann an plean achoimre ar an treo a leanfaimid agus ar na tosaíochtaí atá againn don chéad chúig bliana eile atá romhainn amach.

Ár mórbhuíochas ó chroí le gach aon duine a d’fhreastail ar an seoladh agus a chabhraigh leis an ócáid thábhachtach seo a chomóradh.

We are proud to officially launch our Strategic Plan 2025–2030, unveiled on 19 September at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. This plan outlines our direction and priorities for the next five years.

A sincere thank you to everyone who joined us for the launch and helped mark this important milestone.

Plean Straitéiseach 2025-2030

Strategoc Plan 2025-2030

 


Waterford LEADER Partnership Secures €158,959 for Trail Enhancements Under ORIS

Waterford LEADER Partnership is delighted to announce the allocation of €158,959 in funding through the Outdoor Recreation and Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) to support four key outdoor recreation projects in Co. Waterford.

Funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, these projects focus on improving trail access for diverse levels of mobility, protecting natural biodiversity, and enhancing the visitor experience across four well-loved local routes.

🔹 St. Declan’s Way – €39,998

Measure 1: Reopening 1.4 km of off-road paths in Monaulmmery, via St. Declan’s Well and nearby boreens, enriching both the walking experience and its cultural significance.

🔹 Anne Valley Walk – €39,848

Measure 1: Installation and upgrade of multi-access infrastructure to improve outdoor accessibility and introduce biodiversity improvements.

🔹 Ramp Boreen Trail – €34,376

Measure 1: Erosion repairs, drainage upgrades, and vegetation clearance to enhance accessibility for users of all abilities.

🔹 Glentanagree Bridge “Barracks” Site, Knockmealdown Mountains – €44,737

Project Development Measure: Planning and development of the Glentanagree Bridge trailhead, including ecological and trail assessments and a full management plan to bring the site into public use.

These improvements will not only make our trails more enjoyable and inclusive but also support sustainable tourism, health, and wellbeing in our rural communities.

Sincere thanks to the community groups who reached out Waterford LEADER partnerships with Expressions of Interest and assisted in the grant application process.

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📢 Nuacht spreagúil! Exciting News 📢

Tá ríméad orainn foilsiú ár dTuarascáil Bhliantúil do 2024 a fhógairt! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce the publication of our Annual Report for 2024! 🎉

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Targeted Call For Funding Advance Notice

The following information workshops will be held in advance of opening the next official call for Expression of Interests (EoI) for funding under 2023-2027 LEADER Programme.

Attendance at one of these workshops is compulsory if you intend to apply for funding.

Please book your place at one of the above information workshop by calling 058/54646 or 058 /51505

or email claire.connors@wlp.ie or info@wlp.ie before 12 noon on Friday 4 July 2025. 

 

Date

 

Information Workshop Venue

 

Time

08/07/2025 Park Hotel, Dungarvan X35 CC97 7-8.30pm
09/07/2025 Tramore -Magestic Hotel, Tramore X91 WC1Y 7-8.30pm
10/07/2025 Lismore -The Red Hall P51 T9K0 7-8.30pm

Details of full call: TargetedCall