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Train restrictions frustrates cycling tourists

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Cyclists looking to explore Killarney National Park by bicycle are facing a significant hurdle due to limited capacity on Irish Rail services.

One of the main entrances to the national park is less than one kilometre from Killarney Railway Station.
Currently there are only two designated bicycle spaces are available on each Intercity train service into town.
With the growing popularity of cycling in general and the opening of greenways like the Kingdom of Kerry Greenways and the upcoming completion of the South Kerry Greenway, concerns are rising about the ability of tourists to combine cycling holidays with train travel.
This issue, highlighted by Kerry Councillor Michael Cahill, restricts access for cyclists arriving by train and is forcing cycling enthusiasts to arrive in Kerry by car, adding to the already woeful traffic issues.
“This limitation on bicycle capacity on trains effectively cuts off a viable public transport option for many cyclists,” said Cahill. “Individuals who miss out on booking these limited slots or families traveling with multiple bikes are left without a convenient way to reach the greenways.”
Irish Rail’s website acknowledges the restriction, advising travellers to book online in advance. However, Councillor Cahill said that this solution is insufficient, especially considering the surge in interest in cycling tourism.
He has called upon Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan and Irish Rail to address the issue urgently. Increased capacity for bicycles on trains is seen as essential to fully support the growth of greenway tourism in Kerry.

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Boyzone star Ronan Keating films at Dr Crokes

Former Boyzone star Ronan Keating was in Killarney this week as part of a BBC production crew filming a documentary on the Wild Atlantic Way. On Monday evening, Keating visited […]

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Former Boyzone star Ronan Keating was in Killarney this week as part of a BBC production crew filming a documentary on the Wild Atlantic Way.

On Monday evening, Keating visited the Dr Crokes GAA clubhouse. He spent time on the pitch where he was taught how to play hurling by members of the senior team.
The visit lasted about three hours and coincided with a game between Dr. Crokes and Legion on the top field. This gave club members and parents from both sides a chance to meet him. Keating posed for photos with children and other club members.

Afterwards club chairman Eoin Brosnan gifted him the Dr Crokes team kit he wore for the lessons.
The crew continued filming on Wednesday, working on the lakes to capture more footage. A large BBC production team reportedly arrived at Kerry Airport on Tuesday for the project.
There is no official confirmation yet on when the documentary will air.

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Cannonball Supercars to arrive at Brehon

Killarney will play host to some of the world’s rarest and most powerful vehicles when the Cannonball Run makes its first overnight stop in the town on Friday evening. The […]

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Killarney will play host to some of the world’s rarest and most powerful vehicles when the Cannonball Run makes its first overnight stop in the town on Friday evening.

The cars are due to arrive at 5.45pm at the finish line outside The Brehon Hotel, where spectators and families can view the machines in the car parks of both The Brehon and Gleneagle Hotel.
Among the highlights this year is the Koenigsegg Regera, a megacar that blends hypercar performance with luxury design. Also confirmed is the McLaren Senna, a unique one-off model finished in a West livery by McLaren Special Operations, echoing the brand’s famous Formula 1 colours.
Adding to the excitement for rally fans, a rare Ford M-Sport rally support van, one of just six ever built, will be showcased in Killarney at the Cannonball.

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