Cork Greenway

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County Cork has a number of rail-trails and greenways and, as of 2022, there are plans and proposals at various stages of preparation to create a network of walking trails for the county. The term "Cork Greenway" has been used in press coverage,[1] but is not used officially.

Midleton — Youghal rail trail

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Main article: Cork and Youghal Railway

In July 2015, Irish Rail indicated they had no intention of re-opening the Midleton to Youghal section of the Cork and Youghal Railway as funds would be better spent on the existing network. They indicated support for a greenway, as it would free them from existing maintenance costs whilst retaining a license to re-open the route in the event that became an option.[2] By April 2020, a €15 million euro project to open the Midleton to Youghal Greenway had begun but was being delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic.[3] The proposed trail would measure 23 kilometres.[4]

The first section of the greenway was opened in March 2024.[5] The trailheads, for the initial 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) stretch,[6] are Midleton and Mogeely, with construction due to be complete on the whole trail by the end of 2024.[7] Killeagh is also due to be part of the route.[4]

In July 2024, Dáil deputy David Stanton proposed that one side of the disused line be used as a bus corridor.[8]

Mallow — Fermoy — Dungarvan

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In 2022, the possibility of linking Mallow to the existing Waterford Greenway and Suir blueway was examined.[9][10][1][11]

Cork Harbour Greenway

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Path near former Blackrock station
Main article: Cork, Blackrock and Passage Railway § Greenway replacement

The Cork Harbour Greenway runs from Páirc Uí Chaoimh stadium to Passage West, along the route of the former Cork Electric Tramways and Lighting Company Blackpool — Cork tram line,[12][13] and Cork, Blackrock and Passage Railway.[14][15]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Plan to unite three of Ireland's most popular greenways could attract 1.5m walkers and cyclists every year". Independent.ie.
  2. ^ McNamara, Rob (1 November 2018). "Irish Rail rules out reopening Youghal to Midleton line, backs greenway development". EchoLive.ie. Archived from the original on 7 July 2020. Retrieved 7 July 2020.
  3. ^ Graham, Breda (19 April 2020). "Concern that coronavirus will threaten ambitious plans for Cork greenways". EchoLive.ie. Archived from the original on 23 April 2020. Retrieved 7 July 2020.
  4. ^ a b "Midleton Youghal Greenway". Cork County Council.
  5. ^ Parker, Christy (7 March 2024). "Section of Midleton to Youghal greenway officially open". Irish Examiner.
  6. ^ "Midleton to Youghal Greenway". SportIreland.ie.
  7. ^ Lawrance, Thomas (9 February 2024). "First stretch of Midleton Youghal Greenway to open in East Cork next month". Cork Beo.
  8. ^ Stanton, David (10 July 2024). Topical Issue Debate - Public Transport (Speech). Oireachtas.ie.
  9. ^ Roche, Barry (1 February 2021). "First major Cork greenway could lure 250,000 visitors a year – council chief". The Irish Times.
  10. ^ "Councils to Examine Feasibility of New Greenway Linking Mallow and Dungarvan". Cork County Council. 7 March 2022.
  11. ^ Quinn, Claire (30 June 2022). "Connection between Greenway and Blueway set to be examined". Waterford News and Star. Archived from the original on 30 June 2022.
  12. ^ "Cork Harbour Greenway". TakeMeWalking.com. 1 September 2020.
  13. ^ "Cork Harbour Greenway". Greenway.photography. 26 October 2020.
  14. ^ McAuley, Eimer (15 July 2022). "Section of popular Cork greenway reopens after 15-month revamp". Irish Examiner.
  15. ^ Ryan, Niamh Aine (11 May 2022). "Old railway line delays explained". Cork Independent.
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