Mine shaft next project for geoparkdevelopers

The development of a €2.5m “underground experience” in old mine shafts dotting the cliffs along the Waterford coast is the next goal of the people behind the Copper Coast Geopark following the opening of their visitor centre at the weekend.

The Copper Coast is one of 100 UNESCO-designated geoparks around the world and achieved its status as a result of the unique geological rock formations along the coastline between Dungarvan and Tramore, as well as its heritage as a bustling copper mining base during the 19th century.

There are three UNESCO geoparks on this island, the others being the Burren in Co Clare, and Marble Arch in Co Fermanagh.