Project Summary

McAdam were appointed as Project Manager, C&S Engineer, Architect, Landscape Architect and Principal Designer services by the Mid Ulster District Council and DAERA on this £1.8m Tourism project at Ballyronan Marina

The project involved the following:

• New Inclusive Play Area
• Four floating Houseboats and associated pontoons / access / services
• Viewing pier.
• New entrance and car park upgrade to include new lighting and street furniture
• Refurbishment of existing facilities in Community Building with a new entrance and refurbishment of all the public areas including enlargement of the public toilets and provision of a new “Changing Places” facility
• Remedial works to the existing jetties
• Extensive soft and hard landscaping & replacement of all the exterior public spaces
• Upgrade of Loughshore walks

The design team liaised with both the MUDC and various community stakeholders to tailor the development of the site to meet local community requirements as well as the needs of visiting tourists.

The site has proved a great success particularly the new and extensive play area, the viewing pier providing spectacular views across Lough Neagh and the Houseboats which provide unique, high quality accommodation in such a tranquil spot.