Project Description

This project would see the green area adjoining Carrigaholt Pier being developed into a camping and caravan area. Eventually the Carrigaholt Camping and Caravan Area will see dedicated parking bays for camper vans with electricity supply and toilet & shower facilities. The latter could be purpose built on-site or incorporated into the former co-op building at Carrigaholt Square which could also serve as booking office.

Storm protection on the seaward side of the green area would also be considered.

The project could advance in 2 stages:

• Stage 1 (2023/2024): Installation of barrier and information sign as well as facility for cash donations for the upkeep of the green area.

• Stage 2 (2025 and onwards): Installation of electricity supply for dedicated parking bays; installation of automatic barrier (access only with code); set-up of online booking system (dedicated website or part of CDA website); installation of toilet and shower facilities.

This project would be a major part of the Carrigaholt Rejuvenation Vision (Project 52) and could also become part of a water sports facility for Carrigaholt Bay which could feature the Shannon Estuary Coastal Rowing Club (Project 44) and similar endeavors.

Project Justification & Objectives

The Carrigaholt Camping and Caravan Area would attract an additional kind of traveler to Carrigaholt which would benefit local businesses and tourism on the peninsula in general. In addition, the project would create an income stream for the CDA which would support the upkeep and further development of Carrigaholt and would also create local employment.

Potential Project Stakeholders*

• Carrigaholt businesses (especially tourism related businesses)

• CDA

• Clare CoCo

• CLDC / Leader

*Potential Project Stakeholders means all stakeholders have not necessarily yet been contacted to help co-design the project, but are mentioned here as they would be a desirable project partner. We may have forgotten some - please let us know!