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Shannon Navigation Lough Derg Killaloe and Ballina - Brian Boru Festival 5th to 7th July 2024

MARINE NOTICE No 56 of 2024

Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters and owners of vessels that the on water elements of the Brian Boru festival will take place on from Friday 5th to Sunday 7th July 2024 in the Killaloe and Ballina areas.
 
Water activities and times as follows:
 

  • Viking Ship (40 foot) on the water located at pontoon behind Library (Below pump out station) from 3pm on Friday 5th July to 2pm on Sunday 7th July.
  • Swim from Pier Head to Library on Saturday 6th July from 11pm to 12.30pm. Safety boats and Kayaks supporting this event.
  • Sailing taster sessions on Saturday 6th July from 12pm to 3pm below the bridge working from the Washer Woman Pontoon.
  • Fireworks from between the waters (Car park at the rear of the Cathedral) on Saturday 6th July from 10.30pm to 11.30pm.

 
Masters of vessels are requested to stay out of the river area South of the bridge from 10pm to 11.30pm on Saturday night 6th July 2024 to facilitate the fireworks display. A safety RIB will be on the water.
 
Waterways Ireland thanks its customers for their cooperation.