MIDWEST TOURISM interests are hoping to make Mooghaun ringfort in Co Clare a major tourist attraction.
The feasibility of an interpretative centre for the fort is being investigated and tenders for the research work are being invited.
The bronze age ringfort, situated near Dromoland Castle, is thought to be one of the largest in Ireland and was built about 1260-930 BC.
Manager of Obair Newmarket- on-Fergus, Pat Cronin said yesterday: “We are very excited and it would be great for the village if an interpretative centre is constructed. Everything depends on the results of the feasibility study.”
The environs of the Mooghaun ringfort was the scene of the “Great Clare Gold Find” in 1854.
According to Obair the successful tender candidate will have to carry out market research and draw up a tourism plan for the local area.
They will also have to consult with groups and organisations of importance to the project.
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