Waterways Ireland facts for kids
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| Implementation body overview | |
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| Formed | 1999 |
| Jurisdiction | Northern Ireland Republic of Ireland |
| Headquarters | Enniskillen, County Fermanagh |
| Parent department | Northern Ireland Assembly Government of Ireland |
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| Website | www.waterwaysireland.org |
Waterways Ireland is a special group that looks after many rivers and canals in Ireland. Its name in Irish is Uiscebhealaí Éireann. In Ulster-Scots, it is called Watterweys Airlann. This group was set up in 1999. It helps people enjoy the waterways for fun activities.
Waterways Ireland makes sure these waterways are kept in good shape. They also work to bring old waterways back to life. This helps people use them for boating, fishing, and other outdoor fun.
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What Waterways Does Waterways Ireland Manage?
Waterways Ireland takes care of several important waterways. These include:
- The Barrow Navigation
- The Erne System
- The Grand Canal
- The Lower Bann
- The Royal Canal
- The Shannon–Erne Waterway
- The Shannon Navigation
These waterways are used for many things. People enjoy boating, kayaking, and walking along their banks.
Where is Waterways Ireland Located?
Waterways Ireland has its main office in Enniskillen. This town is in Northern Ireland. They also have other offices. These are in Carrick-on-Shannon, Dublin, and Scarriff. These other offices are in the Republic of Ireland.
Visiting Waterways Ireland
You can visit the Waterways Ireland Visitor Centre. It is located in Dublin. The address is 2 Grand Canal Quay, Ringsend. This building is built right on the water. It is in the inner part of Grand Canal Dock. It's a great place to learn more about Ireland's waterways.
Why Was Waterways Ireland Created?
Waterways Ireland was created in 1999. It was part of an important agreement. This agreement is called the Belfast Agreement. It helped bring peace to Northern Ireland. The agreement set up six special groups. These groups work together for both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Waterways Ireland is one of these groups. Its job is to manage waterways across the whole island.
See also
- Canals of Ireland
- Rivers of Ireland
