The sun shone in Tramore as the town's newest outdoor amenity, the Skatepark on the Lower Prom, was officially opened by Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr Jason Murphy. Cutting the ribbon, the Mayor said: “I’m delighted to officially open this top-class facility. The skatepark is a wonderful addition to Tramore as it provides a welcome, free, fun, active space for all to enjoy. “Set on the Prom and looking across at the sea, this skatepark is the icing on the cake for the town of Tramore." He added that the addition of the skatepark to the town is another asset that will make Tramore an even more inviting and welcoming destination for young people, locals and tourists. Concluding the Mayor said: "Finally, I would like to wish all our skateboarders, young and old, the absolute best as they make full use of this brilliant new facility. May it be a place where skills are honed, friendships are formed, and lasting memories are made." Those in attendance at the park's opening included 4th class pupils of Tramore Educate Together NS and their teacher Katie McAuliffe, enjoyed a skateboarding demonstration by local skateboarders Peter Breen, John Twomey, Heather O' Connor, David Hartley and Taylor O'Brien. Dawn Wallace, Senior Executive Officer at Waterford City and County Council said: “It was important that the views of those who will use the park be taken into consideration, and that input was invaluable throughout the process." Specialist companies Browne Brothers Site Services Limited and Vulcano Skateparks were engaged by the local authority to undertake the detailed design and construction. The Skatepark was constructed in a sustainable manner, applying the principles of the circular economy in terms of reuse of materials and life cycle costing. Any stone or concrete removed from the original skatepark was brought to a recycling facility where it will be crushed and reused as fill material on future projects. Waterford City and County Council secured funding of €202,371 from the

placeholder image — The sun shone in Tramore as the town's newest outdoor amenity, the Skatepark on the Lower Prom, was officially opened by Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr Jason Murphy. Cutting the ribbon, the Mayor said: “I’m delighted to officially open this top-class facility. The skatepark is a wonderful addition to Tramore as it provides a welcome, free, fun, active space for all to enjoy. “Set on the Prom and looking across at the sea, this skatepark is the icing on the cake for the town of Tramore." He added that the addition of the skatepark to the town is another asset that will make Tramore an even more inviting and welcoming destination for young people, locals and tourists. Concluding the Mayor said: "Finally, I would like to wish all our skateboarders, young and old, the absolute best as they make full use of this brilliant new facility. May it be a place where skills are honed, friendships are formed, and lasting memories are made." Those in attendance at the park's opening included 4th class pupils of Tramore Educate Together NS and their teacher Katie McAuliffe, enjoyed a skateboarding demonstration by local skateboarders Peter Breen, John Twomey, Heather O' Connor, David Hartley and Taylor O'Brien. Dawn Wallace, Senior Executive Officer at Waterford City and County Council said: “It was important that the views of those who will use the park be taken into consideration, and that input was invaluable throughout the process." Specialist companies Browne Brothers Site Services Limited and Vulcano Skateparks were engaged by the local authority to undertake the detailed design and construction. The Skatepark was constructed in a sustainable manner, applying the principles of the circular economy in terms of reuse of materials and life cycle costing. Any stone or concrete removed from the original skatepark was brought to a recycling facility where it will be crushed and reused as fill material on future projects. Waterford City and County Council secured funding of €202,371 from the

Year in Review: Tramore’s newest skateboarding amenity bowls over boarders

Published 27th Dec 2024, 13:00 BST

The high-quality facility was constructed in concrete and combines elements of bowl and street plaza features, designed with the specific needs of skateboarders in mind

*This article was originally published on September 20, 2024

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Mayor of Waterford City & County, Cllr. Jason Murphy pictured at the official opening of the Tramore Skatepark with skater Peter Breen, Cllr. Lola O'Sullivan and Senator John Cummins.

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Mayor of Waterford City & County, Cllr. Jason Murphy pictured at the official opening of the Tramore Skatepark with Senator John Cummins, Dawn Wallace, Senior Executive Officer, WCCC, Brian Murray, Project Manager, Fergus Galvin former Director of Services WCCC, Cllr .Lola O' Sullivan and Paul Johnston, Acting Director of Services, WCCC.

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Mayor of Waterford City & County, Cllr. Jason Murphy cuts the ribbon at the official opening of the Tramore Skatepark

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Mayor of Waterford City & County, Cllr. Jason Murphy pictured at the official opening of the Tramore Skatepark with Fergus Galvin, former Director of Services WCCC, Dawn Wallace, Senior Executive Officer, WCCC, Brian Murray, Project Manager and Paul Johnston, Acting Director of Services, WCCC.

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Year in Review: Tramore’s newest skateboarding amenity bowls over boarders

The high-quality facility was constructed in concrete and combines elements of bowl and street plaza features, designed with the specific needs of skateboarders in mind

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