Fenit Viewing Platform Plans Launched at Fenit Pier in Co Kerry

17th January 2024

Pictured at the launch of the Fenit Viewing Platform project were the Minister for Education Norma Foley and Mary O’Brien Browne Fenit Heritage Project. (Back L/R) Don O' Herlihy Kerry County Council and members of the Fenit Heritage Projects committee Mike Moriarty, Eileen O'Connell and Michael Pierce Credit: Domnick Walsh

Work is set to begin next month on the development of the Fenit Viewing Platform - a Community Heritage Project that will offer commanding views of Tralee Bay and highlight the marine landscape and ecology of the Bay, including maritime history, flora, and fauna.

As the County Kerry's fishing and maritime population is changing fast, the local community hopes to document it for future generations.

The works include the production of a 2.6-metre bronze map, to be located on the wasteland at the western side of Fenit pier below the statue of St. Brendan the Navigator.

"We believe that this project has the potential to capture and bring to life the full maritime history of Fenit and captivate residents and visitors alike, says the project's Michael Pierce.

Works are expected to commence in April 2024, with an official opening pencilled in for August 2024.

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