Project Description

The Querrin Information Point would be part of the Loop Head Peninsula Discovery Way and serve the purpose of a central information point for the wider Querrin area.

The information point is envisaged to be located at Querrin Pier overlooking the Shannon Estuary.

The information point could consist of a number of panels, each dedicated to one topic: One could provide information on natural heritage (habitats, flora and fauna), one on built heritage (e.g. the village, pier, graveyard, Blackweir turf boat, etc.) and another one on farming and fishing heritage. Content could be sourced locally.

The panels could be surrounded by a traditionally built dry stone wall that would not only provide protection for the panels but in the long term also a habitat for insects and other small animals.

**We listed the Information Points for each village separately because it seems more likely for them be taken on by different teams and/or stakeholders. It is however possible to merge them into one project which will be managed by one team with one set of stakeholders.

Project Justification & Objectives

The Querrin Discovery Way Information Point would be an important building block of the Loop Head Peninsula Discovery Way and part of a network of similar information points in all of Loop Head’s villages. The information point would also complement the Querrin Nature Trail (currently in development). The information point would be a valuable source of information for visitors and encourage them to stay and explore the area for longer and so support local businesses.

Because of the direct involvement of the community Querrin Information Point would not only showcase the typical tourist spots but paint a more personal and authentic picture of the Querrin area which would benefit both the community as well as visitors.

Potential Project Stakeholders*

• Querrin Pier Community Development Group

• Querrin Community

• Loop Head Tourism

• Loop Head Together

*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!