By Dan Walsh
Wexford County Council have awarded the contract for the construction of the new Ferndale Boxing Gymnasium in Wexford town to Colm Byrne Civil and Building Contractors Ltd, Ballindoney, Ballywilliam, and the contract signing took place in the Council Chamber of Wexford County Council last Monday.
The project is being funded under the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme, Wexford County Council’s own funds and a significant donation from the Neville Group. The project includes the construction of a gymnasium building measuring 330 square metres, including a main gymnasium hall, a secondary gymnasium studio, an office, plant room, toilets, showers and changing facilities. A new entrance, access road, carpark, and all associated landscaping and services complete the external of the building.
The building was designed by Conroy Architects, Glena Terrace, Spawell Road, Wexford, and the building design is complimented by a unique large rooflight at the apex of the roof line which will provide for a light filled space internally. The finished building will provide a space for the Na Fianna Boxing Club, and The Collective sensory Group, as well as other local groups. The building is part of an overall recreational masterplan for the site and will complement the newly constructed MUGA pitches which are due to open in June.
Speaking at the signing of the contact, Eddie Taaffe, Chief Executive, Wexford County Council congratulated Colm Byrne Civil and Building Contractors Ltd on being awarded this contract and look forward to the imminent commencement on site.
Adding to Mr. Taaffe’s comments Mayor of Wexford, Cllr. John Hegarty said; “When completed this will be a great amenity for the young people of the area, providing a safe space to take part in physical activity, develop new skills and build new friendships.”
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