Extensive works are to be carried out to improve the Coalisland canal and the town’s centre as part of a £1.8million investment in the Mid Ulster area.
Mid Ulster District Council announced the investment, which will see 10 outdoor recreation projects delivered early this year, with another nine projects in the pipeline for the remainder of this year.
Among the other Co Tyrone projects which are set to receive funding as part of the programme are Pomeroy Forest, mountain bike trails at Davagh and children’s play areas in Moygashel and Cookstown.
The installation of connecting walkways and footpaths in Coalisland, Clonoe and Eglish are among the projects about to begin.
Council chair Paul McClean said many outdoor recreation areas in the Mid Ulster area had seen increased visitors since the beginning of the Covid 19 pandemic.
“It became apparent therefore that many of these sites needed improvements to access and facilities, and our focus for the early part of 2022 is to make more outdoor recreation opportunities open to residents and visitors alike,” Cllr McClean said.
“Almost two years on from the start of the pandemic, we are acutely aware that our tourism and hospitality industry continues to suffer the effects of multiple lockdowns and a reduction in footfall and visitor numbers.
“So it is important that we continue our drive to develop innovative tourism product which will help attract domestic, and eventually, out-of-state visitors.
“These works would not be possible without the support of a range of funding bodies and programmes, so thanks should go to them for supporting the revitalisation of the district.”
