Restricted Access To Linear Park Newbridge This Week

Friday, 18 February 2022 14:11

By Caoimhe Harney

Access only at the Gables on the Athgarvan Road.

Public access to the Liffey Linear Park in Newbridge will be restricted this week.

The pedestrian paths from the Strand area to St. Conleth’s Bridge will be closed from Monday 21st February to Friday 25th February to facilitate essential resurfacing works.

Kildare County Council advises that only access to and exit from the Liffey Linear Park during this time will be at the Gables on the Athgarvan Road.

There will be no public access to the park beyond the Strand area.

Members of the public can direct can email parks@kildarecoco.ie.

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