Ring of Kerry town plans new focus on tourism interests

THOUSANDS of tourists pass through a Ring of Kerry town each year, without stopping to look around, spend a few euro, or view see the sights.

However, a focus on the riverfront for the development of amenities and tourism-related uses should enhance Caherciveen and even tempt visitors to linger awhile, according to a new plan for the town. A marina is already proving to be an attraction, while a new-look town square is also proposed for Caherciveen, hometown of Tourism Minister John O’Donoghue.

But, townspeople are concerned about the lack of parking, the loss of a public car park in Church Street, which would be incorporated into the new town square, and the rezoning of land around the town.