‘Top-class’ equestrian centre for Tipperary

BACKERS of a proposed “world-class” equestrian centre as part of a casino and leisure complex in Co Tipperary say the venue will be capable of hosting major international sporting events.

The Equestrian Venue is an addition to the planned Tipperary Venue on a 900-acre site at Two-Mile-Borris outside Thurles, which was granted planning permission last year but will be the subject of a hearing by An Bord Pleanála next month.

The entire €460 million blueprint includes a casino, 500-room hotel, 15,000-seat indoor entertainment arena, horse racing and greyhound racing tracks, and a replica of the White House.