Construction Begins on €2m Limerick Greenway Hub facilities at Newcastle West

October 9, 2025 Featured Stories, Home Slider, Weekly Observer

KRB 19-09-2025 LCCC Newcastle West, Limerick Greenway sod turning by Mayor of Limerick John Moran and Patrick O’Donovan, Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport L-R Stephane Duclot – Director of Rural, Culture, Community, and Tourism Development, Director General Dr Pat Daly, Cllr Liam Galvin, Patrick O’Donovan, Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport , Cllr Jerome Scanlan, Mayor of Limerick John Moran, Ken Madden Contracts Director at Priority Construction Limited, Cllr Tom Ruddle – – Picture by Kieran Ryan-Benson – Picture by Kieran Ryan-Benson

Construction has officially commenced on the highly anticipated Limerick Greenway Hub @ Newcastle West Car Park project, that will deliver a range of new amenities for visitors and the local community. The €2m investment marks a significant milestone for active travel and tourism infrastructure in County Limerick.
The scheme includes the creation of a vibrant public plaza, a signalised pedestrian and bicycle crossing connecting the Greenway to the Bishop’s Court trail, enhanced landscaping, and expanded parking facilities for cars, bicycles, coaches, and electric vehicles. Additional features such as benches, bike repair stations, drinking water fountains, and improved signage will further enhance the visitor experience.
The project is located on Station Road adjacent to the Newcastle West Recycling Centre. It was granted Part 8 planning permission in November 2022. Funding was approved in May 2024 by the Rural Regeneration Development Fund (RRDF), administered by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht.
Fehily Timoney (FTCO) designed the scheme and Priority Construction Ltd are the appointed contractor for the project which is costing €2,179,200 (incl. VAT).
This follows the recent official launch of the €2.48 million Limerick Greenway visitor hub at Rathkeale with the transformation of a derelict 19th-century railway goods shed. Limerick Greenway Hub @ Rathkeale officially opens following €2.48m investment | Limerick.ie
Mayor of Limerick, John Moran commented: “The turning of the sod on this project in Newcastle West following the completion of the Rathkeale Hub is welcome recognition of the value of the Limerick Greenway as an attraction and public amenity. These are significant investments that will reap rewards for the community. The Newcastle West project will improve connectivity and accessibility but will also create a welcoming gateway for visitors and locals alike.”
Cathaoirleach of the Newcastle West Municipal District, Cllr Michael Collins said: “The Limerick Greenway Hub @ Newcastle West Car Park is a key piece of infrastructure that will support the continued growth of green tourism in our locality. I want to acknowledge the local community, the Government Department, the Councillors, the Tourism staff at Limerick City and County Council and all the stakeholders who are working together to deliver this important project for Newcastle West and West Limerick.”