Funding of up to €500,000 available for outdoor projects in Offaly
Funding of between €40,000 and €500,000 is available for outdoor recreation projects in Offaly, under the latest outdoor recreation scheme.
Offaly Co Council is now inviting Community and Local Partnership Groups to submit expressions of interest for the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) 2026/2027.
Funding is available to support the development and enhancement of outdoor recreation amenities in rural areas, including: Walking trails, cycleways blueway & greenway Links, bridleways, open water amenities, mountain access routes, accessibility improvements, boardwalks and trailhead facilities
In the Measure 1 category, funding up to €40,000 is available for small-scale proposals.
For the Measure 2 category – funding of up to €200,000 is available for medium scale proposals.
Under the Measure 3 category – funding of up to €500,000 is available for large-scale proposals.
To receive funding under these three measures, land ownership must be agreed.
An eccological/environmental assessment must be complete and planning permission granted in advance of submitting an application.
Offaly Co Council says projects with strong community engagement, accessibility and inclusivity elements are encouraged.
In line with ‘Embracing Ireland’s Outdoors’, outdoor recreation is defined as activities that take place in the natural environment.
Where possible, projects should demonstrate engagement with Offaly Sports Partnership, Offaly County Council’s Regeneration Team and the Offaly Local Development Company, as appropriate.
For more information and to submit an Expression of Interest, visit: https://www.offaly.ie/.../outdoor-recreation.../