Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS)

The Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) supports the development of new outdoor recreational infrastructure and the necessary repair, enhancement, or promotion of existing outdoor recreation infrastructure in countryside areas across Ireland.

The Scheme is funded under “Our Rural Future” which specifically prioritises the growing outdoor activity tourism sector as part of a long-term vision for a vibrant and sustainable rural Ireland.

The 2024 scheme includes the following measures.

ORIS Measure 1: Small Scale Repair/Development/Promotion and Marketing.

Maximum Funding €40,000

ORIS Measure 2: Medium Scale Repair/Upgrade and New Trail/Amenity Development.

Maximum Funding €200,000

ORIS Measure 3: Strategic Large Scale Repair/Upgrade and New Strategic Trail/Amenity Development

Maximum Funding €500,000

ORIS Measure 4: Project Development Measure:

Development Costs for Strategic Large Scale Projects Maximum Funding €50,000

The Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Eligible Activities Include: (list is not exhaustive) 

The 2024 Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme is now open for applications. 

Please see below links:

ORIS Measure 1: ORIS Measure 1 Application Form 2024

ORIS Measure 2/3: ORIS Measure 2/3 Application Form 2024

ORIS Measure 4: Project Development Measure Application Form 2024

Further details in relation to the Scheme are available here: www.gov.ie/outdoor recreation infrastructure scheme

Any queries in relation to the application process can be forwarded to funding@leitrimcoco.ie or call (071) 962 0005 Ext 378/661