@ Case Studies
The following Case Studies further explain what we have achieved so far with the following programmes:
Coleshill Community Association
Garrison and Lough Melvin Community Association
Coleshill Community Association
In the Coleshill area the youth and senior citizens benefited from a grant of £13,000 from the LSP through Measure 3.1. Part of the grant was allocated towards the hosting of a summer scheme for the youth in the area and for younger children the purchase of new equipment for the Coleshill Play Park which has just been installed.
”The project has been a great success, the young people from the area where introduced to new activities during the summer scheme and thoroughly enjoyed the experience, now the younger children are benefiting from the new play-park equipment. The senior citizens group published a book of reflections which was a great achievement and also where able to hold a cross community trip which was a great opportunity for all involved.” Jill Millar, Project Promoter, Coleshill Community Association.
Garrison and Lough Melvin Community Association
Garrison and Lough Melvin Community Association was awarded £50,000 of funding under the NRRTI for phase II and III of the river enhancement scheme at Lough Melvin. The Association had identified that Lough Melvin was showing signs in a reduction in stocks of the unique Sonaghan trout and as a result a reduction in anglers fishing the Lough. As the Angling contributes greatly to the economy of Garrison, the Association applied for funding under the Natural Resource Rural Tourism Initiative for a river enhancement scheme.
This scheme involved the removal of blockages consisting of river debris to allow running fish free passage to spawning grounds. Bushes were cut to provide a proper ratio of shade and light on the streams with fencing and bush planting carried out where necessary. Groynes were constructed and gravel introduced to provide ideal spawning areas for both salmon and trout.
To date, Fisheries conservancy Board counts have shown an increase in redd numbers. Elector fishing carried out has also shown substantial increases in fry numbers. Permit sales have also increased indicating additional fishing on the Lough
Blaney Spa and Yoga Centre
Fermanagh LSP awarded Blaney Spa and Yoga Centre grant aid of £82,250.00 under the Natural Resource Rural Tourism Initiative towards building a centre of excellence which provides natural and complementary therapies. The new building is of outstanding ecological design.
The Centre offers Yoga Classes to people of all abilities and ages. It has been set up to help people improve a more health aware lifestyle. Various Holistic Massage treatments are on offer: Ki-Massage, Indian Head Massage. Thai Reflexology, Reiki, Thai Massage, Hot stone treatment or simply relax in the hot tub or sauna looking down to Blaney Bay with its tranquil waters. Mrs Tottenham outlined that ‘working within the tourist industry and offering holiday accommodation for visitors within Ireland, the UK, Europe and indeed worldwide, we are in a unique position to provide various facilities for our guests’. She went onto say that “the centre is open to locals, therefore increasing the overall availability to everyone. It will provide an ideal place for natural healing with its unspoilt scenery thus promoting a feeling of harmony and general well being”
Little Crom Cottages
Little Crom Cottages located in Newtownbutler was awarded grant aid of £63,000 under the Natural Resource Rural Tourism Initiative to provide self-catering cottages for fishermen. The funding has also contributed to the development of fishing in the area through the provision of a boat hire service. The cottages are traditional style and are for those who like their comforts. There are breathtaking views from both cottages with the patio area overlooking the lake.
Little Crom Cottages are located right on the Lakeshore of Upper Lough Erne near Crom Estate in an area of outstanding natural beauty.