Back in June of 2025, I had a post up about how the newly refurbished and extended Clare O'Leary Walk in Bandon would open this summer.... https://corkrunning.blogspot.com/2025/06/extension-to-bandon-walkway-expected-to.html
Well the day has finally arrived! The photo above from the 'This is Bandon' Facebook page shows a part of the new greenway overlooking the N71 road to Cork City.
If you're not familiar with the location then it's shown on the map below.
The total length of the new walkway is 2.6kms which raises the intriguing possibility of whether it could host a future 5k parkrun???
At the moment, the new walk ends at the north-east end on the N71 road so it's very much an out and back option for users at the moment.
Hopefully in the long term, there will be a bridge over the Bandon River and it will connect to the proposed Greenway from Crossbarry to Cork City.
Cork County Council always seem to be on the receiving end of a lot of abuse but in this case they got it spot on. Despite some moaners and whingers in Bandon, the Council has delivered a fine facility for the public to use.
1) The 'This is Bandon' Facebook page has some photos HERE
Where Is The Best Place To Park On The Bandon Town Side Before Entering This Walkway?
ReplyDeleteIt Seems There Is No Designated Car Park At Either Side Of This Greenway? Or Am I Missing Something Here?!
ReplyDeleteIs Greenway Currently Accessible From The Innishannon Side?
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