| Bridging the gap in Ennis town |
| Written by Gordon Deegan | |
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ENNIS is to get a new bridge across the River Fergus as part of a major development by a Galway company which has just got the go-ahead from Ennis Town Council. Briarlane Development secured planning permission for a major extension to the Abbey Hostel near the existing Club Bridge. The company is proposing the construction of a footbridge across the River Fergus to link the development to the Abbey Street car-park. As part of a four-floor structure, the developers plan a 120-bunk bed extension to the existing hostel building. The development is to also include a restaurant, an internet café and a wine bar with all ancillary services. The extended hostel is expected to fill a gap in the local tourist market where, currently, there are no hostel spaces for independent tourists. Registration is required to view this content, registration is FREE |
