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30/10/2024
Construction Begins On New Tyrella Beach Amenity Facility
Construction works for a new, purpose-built visitor amenity building have began at the award-winning Blue Flag Tyrella Beach in County Down.
The project will deliver modern toilet and changing facilities, a fully equipped 'Changing Places' toilet, an accessible restroom, outdoor showers and solar-powered electricity.
In addition to the new amenities, the works will involve the removal of the previous beach building and storage container, allowing the area to revert to natural dune habitat with ecological benefits.
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Pete Byrne marked commencement of the works, which will be led by Bell Contracts, with the facility aiming to enhance visitor experiences to the two kilometres of flat, sandy beach set against a backdrop of 25-hectares of mature sand dunes.
"I am delighted to mark the start of construction works at Tyrella Beach," said Councillor Byrne.
"This new amenity building will provide both locals and visitors with a high-quality, sustainable and accessible facility that will enhance the outdoor experience at this picturesque and award-winning location.
"Tyrella Beach is a unique asset within the Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark. The dunes are home to a diverse range of local flora and fauna whilst the expansive sandy beach and clean waters are perfect for a wide range of family-friendly outdoor activities.
"The new building will further enhance the visitor experience and I encourage all to come and enjoy this enhanced facility when it opens in the Summer of 2025."
The project will deliver modern toilet and changing facilities, a fully equipped 'Changing Places' toilet, an accessible restroom, outdoor showers and solar-powered electricity.
In addition to the new amenities, the works will involve the removal of the previous beach building and storage container, allowing the area to revert to natural dune habitat with ecological benefits.
"I am delighted to mark the start of construction works at Tyrella Beach," said Councillor Byrne.
"This new amenity building will provide both locals and visitors with a high-quality, sustainable and accessible facility that will enhance the outdoor experience at this picturesque and award-winning location.
"Tyrella Beach is a unique asset within the Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark. The dunes are home to a diverse range of local flora and fauna whilst the expansive sandy beach and clean waters are perfect for a wide range of family-friendly outdoor activities.
"The new building will further enhance the visitor experience and I encourage all to come and enjoy this enhanced facility when it opens in the Summer of 2025."
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