Public Consultation for the Local Sports and Activity Plan and County Outdoor Recreation Plan

Wexford County Council and Sector 3 Consulting are asking for the public’s help in preparing two plans, The Local Sports and Activity Plan and the County Outdoor Recreation Plan. They seeking to collaborate with residents, visitors and stakeholders throughout the County to inform the content of these plans.

Online surveys have been devised, one for each plan, and surveys specifically for children and young people and stakeholders to ensure the widest possible reach. Links to the surveys can be found on the Council’s website and social media.

A series of public engagement events have also been arranged to gather information and proposals for both plans for each municipal district:

Wexford: 6pm, 24th March 2026,

Newtown Park Hotel, Newtown Road, Wexford.

Rosslare: 7.30pm, 24th March 2026,

Newtown Park Hotel, Newtown Road, Wexford.

New Ross: 6pm, 25th March 2026,

Brandon House Hotel, New Ross.

Enniscorthy: 6pm, 25th March 2026,

Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy.

Gorey Kilmuckridge: 6pm, 26th March 2026,

Ashdown Park Hotel, The Coach Road, Gorey.

The Local Sports and Activity Plan reflects the Council’s commitment under Action 8 of the National Sport Policy to develop a vision and to set objectives for the Council’s approach to sport, physical activity, planning, recreation, local sports partnerships and the associated governing bodies. This plan will consider all forms of recognised sport and physical activity (recreational and competitive) which may including exercise and fitness, active travel and social activities (e.g. walking, dancing, etc.).

The primary aim of the County Outdoor Recreation Plan is to develop and support the Outdoor Recreation sector in Co. Wexford through a collaborative approach with

stakeholders and the wider community. Outdoor recreation includes all forms of outdoor activity and falls broadly into the categories of land (walking, climbing, cycling etc.), water (sailing, kayaking, swimming) and air (paragliding). This plan is being developed as a response to Embracing Ireland’s Outdoors: The National Outdoor Recreation Strategy.

An Cathaoirleach, Joe Sullivan said “Sport and physical activity and outdoor recreation are essential components of a healthy and connected community. Whether it’s a child exploring a playground, a teenager joining a local sports team, or an older adult enjoying a walk in nature, these activities enrich lives and strengthen communities. We aim to ensure that everyone in our county has access to safe, inclusive, and engaging opportunities to be active. I would urge everyone to have their say in these important plans.”