The main source of underwater litter is from onshore littering, onshore litter makes up 80% of underwater litter, of that 80% total 85% is comprised of plastic material. This happens because litter is often discarded onshore and then carried by … Continued
Portrun Development Assoc held a very successful 2025 event, the National theme for this year was “Exploring our Foundations”. Event was based around St Diarmuid (540AD) and his very strong connections to Portrun Harbour and the Islands off its shoreline. … Continued
Portrun Development Association are holding an event to mark Heritage Week 2025. It will look at St Diarmuid (540AD) and the strong connections he had to Portrun Bay and also to one of the local islands on Lough Ree, Inchcleraun or … Continued
National Spring Clean is Ireland’s most popular, well recognized and successful anti-litter initiative. Taking place during the whole month of April and now in its 25th year, the campaign encourages every sector of society to actively participate and take responsibility … Continued
Although many people enjoy recreation time at Portrunny Bay, so far little has been known about what’s living beneath the surface. The lakes ecosystem begins already at the margins of the lake, where plants and animals live part below and … Continued
Portrun Development Association have received funding from The Community Foundation of Ireland, with this funding the Association are working towards putting an Aquatic Bio Diversity Action Plan in place. The association are currently engaging with local schools and had hoped … Continued
New installation at Portrunny Bay – a Community Easel. The Easel is free for all visitors and residents to use, all you need bring with you is your paints and canvas, the lovely ever changing natural landscape if there for … Continued
A lovely addition to the Portrunny waterfront is the willow walk . Thanks to Roscommon County Council for the work involved. The many walkers and wildlife enthusiasts will appreciate the close vantage to the wild grasses and reeds. In addition … Continued
Fun at Portrun Living Environment Lets Protect
National Heritage Week 2020 Learning from our heritage, in Portrunny we invite you to participate in Fun at Portrun . Our on line powerpoint presentation features activities for all to try while finding out about our wonderful local heritage.
Sunday 02-02-2020 Spring was observed on Portrunny Shoreline with the enthusiastic group of people from around local and surrounding areas, to engage in World Wetlands Day. Catherine Seale from Waters and Communities led a guided walk and talk. Also in … Continued
Portrunny is delighted to have increased its points in the 2019 SuperValu tidy Towns competition. Thanks to all the volunteers who have been generous of their time, skills and in many other ways. We also ask those that use and … Continued
The Portrun Development Association Clg want to thank all who made Sunday 25th August National Heritage Day such a fantastic success. Finders, Seekers in conjunction with Fun at Portrun were enjoyed by those who came from the neighbouring parishes and … Continued
Fun in Portrun On Sunday 25th August 2019 the public are invited to participate in all activities. Most of activities are to be enjoyed by all age groups. We are including a sponsored walk to raise funds for costs such … Continued
Portrun Development Association CLG (“PDA”) is delighted to announce the completion of it’s feasibility study for Portrun Amenity & Recreation Centre (“PARC”) at Portrunny Bay, Roscommon. The PARC Feasibility Study was commissioned in 2018 by the local community group who … Continued
Pastimes Finders,Seekers. 25th August 2.30- 4p.m. Portrunny Playground An afternoon on the shores of Lough Ree, where all ages are invited to participate in a biodiversity and heritage exploration trail. Find the items, identify and record findings and afterwards enjoy … Continued
Our pollinating bees and insects need native grasses, flowers and herbs to survive. Other plants, crops, fruits, birds and animals depend on these. Letting meadows and grassy areas grow, mulching what is cut and planting herbs and certain flowers as … Continued
The construction of a new slipway to facilitate the vessels using Lough Ree has begun. The engineering and design are to the specifications of the bodies concerned with the launch and bringing in of craft from the water. The fruition … Continued
The second workshop in the Local Action Plan for Portrun Development will be held in Hannon’s Hotel, Athlone rd, Roscommon on Thursday 6th June 2019 at 7.30 p.m. Attendance would be worthwhile and should reflect a wide range of our … Continued
An Taisce 2019 National Spring Clean is once again bringing our new season into action. Being part of the community, both resident and visitor,you are being encouraged not only to admire the work, but participate in the effort to keep … Continued
Portrun Development Association Clg invite members of the community to attend the annual general meeting 2019. This is your opportunity to hear about the many successful developments and achievements Portrunny has had over the past year. It will also set … Continued
During 2018, Portrun Development Association received funding under the Community Water Development Fund for the installation of an interpretive sign for the Hind River and the production of a short film on Portrunny Water Catchment. This film can be viewed … Continued
Portrun Development Association were delighted to receive 3rd prize in the Roscommon Co Council Environmental Awards 2018 which took place recently at Áras an Chontae, Roscommon.
Members of Portrun Development Association attended the Roscommon Volunteer Awards 2018 ceremony in Kilbride Community Centre on Friday evening 07th December 2018. Portrun Development Association were very proud to have received a nomination in the Group of the Year Category. … Continued
Portrunny Development Association are delighted to report that the group were nominated for the Roscommon Volunteer Awards 2018 and have made the shortlist for the Group | Organisation Category. The Awards presentation ceremony is due to take place in Kilbride … Continued
This year’s SuperValu TidyTowns awards for the North West and West region were presented on Monday last 19th November, at a prize-giving ceremony in Castle Leslie in Glaslough, Monaghan. SuperValu TidyTowns winners were presented with their awards by Minister for … Continued
Shannon International Development Consultants have been engaged by Roscommon County Council to facilitate the community of Portrunny in the preparation of a Local Action Plan for the area. The brief provided by the Council looks for an agreed vision and … Continued
Undeterred by the wet weather, crowds gathered today Saturday 13th October 2018 at Portrunny for the launch of the much anticipated Portrunny Heritage Trail. The trail was launched by Deputy Denis Naughton, and also in attendance were Cathaoirleach Ivan Connaughton … Continued
Portrun Development Association are delighted to announce that we have installed a AED (Automated External Defibrillator) for Portrunny and the catchment area. The AED is located on the external wall of the Waterways Ireland toilet block at Portrunny. This AED … Continued
Portruny Heritage Trail Launch Saturday 13th October 2018 at 3pm. Invitation You are cordially invited to the launch of Portrunny Heritage Trail which will take place at the Portrunny Bay amenity on Saturday 13th October 2018 at 3.00pm. Minister for … Continued
Portrun Development Association are delighted with this year’s results in the 2018 Tidy Towns Competition. Our overall score now stands at 249 points and this is a great achievement bearing in mind its only our second year to enter the … Continued
On Saturday 25th August 2018, Portrun Development Association joined in the nine-day celebration of Ireland’s natural, built and cultural heritage. The aim of the week was to promote awareness of our heritage thereby encouraging its conservation and preservation. National Heritage … Continued
Portrun Development Association with the support of the Local Agenda 21 Environment Partnership Fund (2018) received a grant to set up Portrunny Apiary. We are now delighted to announce that Portrunny Apiary is now operational, and members of our community are encouraged … Continued
Portrun Development Association recently received a donation of spring bulbs for planting on the approach roads to the amenity at Portrunny Bay. The Casey family who run Casey’s Londis including Supermac’s and Papa Johns in Roscommon town have kindly donated … Continued
The Shannon Boat Rally is organised jointly by the Athlone Branch and the Carrick Branch of the Inland Waterways Association of Ireland (IWAI). The Shannon Boat Rally is the most prestigious and well-attended boating event on Ireland’s inland waterways. The … Continued
Portrun Development Association would like thank everyone who supported their annual fundraiser which took place in Paddy Finns Bar on Saturday night last. The night was a huge success with music provided by D.J Crush. We would like to thank, … Continued
Make a Connection with Portrunny’s Rich Biodiversity and experience Portrunny Heritage Trail. Saturday 25th August 2018 10.30-11.45am – Meet at Portrunny Playground As part of Heritage Week 2018, J.J. Earley MSc. will give a guided walk exploring the biodiversity … Continued
The rescheduled Portrunny Development Association Fundraiser will take place on Saturday 30th June 2018 at Paddy Finns Bar. The funds raised from this night will go towards the operating costs of the association such as insurance, accountant fees, tools & … Continued
On Thursday 14th June 2018, Portrun Development Association attended the Cathaoirleach’s Creative Citizenship Award 2018 in Aras an Chontae, Roscommon. The Cathaoirleach’s Creative Citizenship Award 2018 aims to highlight the diversity of arts, culture and heritage in County Roscommon. We … Continued
On Monday 11th June, Portrunny and Inchcleraun Island featured on RTE’s Nationwide. This episode centred on the opportunities that exist with Irelands newest tourism brand – Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands. Dr Harman Murtagh guided a small group of visitors and locals … Continued
Due to the untimely passing of our committee member,Pat Donlon the event due to take place on Saturday 19th May 2018,has been postponed.In the near future, Portrun Development Association will hold their annual fundraiser night at Paddy Finns Bar, Kilteevan. … Continued
Our weekly maintenance programme will commence on Tuesday 24th April at 7pm. All volunteers and local residents are encouraged to come along and help out with our weekly maintenance for the summer.Some of the tasks include, litter picks of the … Continued
Fáilte Ireland today (12th April 2018) unveiled ‘Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands’ as its latest new tourism brand – designed to boost tourism and drive visitor growth across the Midlands region.The River Shannon will be a central focus of the brand with a Shannon … Continued
National Spring Clean is Ireland’s most popular, well recognized and successful anti-litter initiative. Taking place during the whole month of April and now in its 20th year, the campaign encourages every sector of society to actively participate and take responsibility … Continued
On Tuesday 20th February 2018, local residents and members of the public attended the public consultation on the Feasibility Study for Portrunny Amenity & Recreational Centre (PARC) commissioned by Portrun Development Association in conjunction with LEADER Roscommon and Roscommon Co … Continued
Hi all, Most of you will be aware of recent improvements made to the public amenity area at Portrunny. However, some of you may not be aware of the various community initiatives and projects undertaken by our committee members on … Continued
Monday 11th December 2017: Sean Kyne TD, Minister with responsibility for the Inland Fisheries Sector today welcomed the award of funding, to the value of €2.2m, by Inland Fisheries Ireland to 115 angling development and conservation initiatives as part of … Continued
Photo shows some of the production cast who took part in our short film. Portrunny production is the newest must‐see film of 2017! Portrun Development Association have recently produced a short film which was supported through Creative Ireland entitled “Our … Continued
Portrunny Tidy Town Results 2017Portrun Development Association are delighted to receive 229 points in our first entry to the Tidy Towns competition. This has been a great start and a strong foundation to continue on with the great work in … Continued
Portrun Development Association partners with Leave no Trace Ireland. Leave No Trace is an outdoor ethics programme designed to promote and inspire responsible outdoor recreation through education, research and partnerships. Portrun Development Association have been nominated by Roscommon Co Council … Continued
Creative Ireland Project Portrun Development Association recently received funding as part of the Creative Ireland Programme to produce a short film on the Portrunny amenity and surrounding area. This is a great opportunity for all our community to get involved … Continued
Portrun Development Association unveil the Past, Present and the Future…….. Visitors to the amenity at Portrunny will be greeted by three murals which have recently gone on display. The three murals titled Past, Present, Future were installed in Portrunny which was the … Continued
On Easter Saturday 15 April 2017 Portrun Development Association held a ‘Community Art Day’. The community who were invited gathered together at the playground and picnic area. The theme of the event was the ‘Past, Present and Future’. The day … Continued
There was an enthusiastic turnout at the Portrun Development Association fundraising night and website launch in Paddy Finns Bar on Saturday night last 1 April 2017. Chairperson of the association, Mr Gerry Hanlon welcomed everyone present. Mr Hanlon thanked everyone … Continued
Portrun Development Association recently took part in the National Spring Clean Up and were supported by the local community and Roscommon Co Council in an effort to pick up all the litter on the approach roads to Portrunny area. The … Continued
Portrun Development Association Litter Pick & Fundraising Night. Portrun Development Association will be holding a major litter pick in the Portrunny area and approach roads on Saturday morning 25th March 2017 as part of the National Spring Clean-up 2017. Residents … Continued
There was a huge amount of praise accredited to Roscommon County Council at the recent Portrun Development Association Ltd AGM in relation to the Flood Relief work carried out by the council. Roscommon County Council have completed road works in … Continued
