Roscommon County Council officially launched the Roscommon Tourism Strategy 2025–2030 on Monday, 17th November, at the “Rooted in Roscommon event” in the historic Strokestown Park House.

The Strategy was unveiled by Cathaoirleach of Roscommon Councillor Liam Callaghan, Roscommon County Council Chief Executive Shane Tiernan, and Roscommon Tourism Officer Lisa Joy, marking a significant milestone in shaping the future of tourism across the county.

Speaking at the launch, Tourism Officer Lisa Joy emphasised the importance of the strategy:

“This Strategy sets out a clear vision for the future of tourism in Roscommon, rooted in our heritage, our people, and our natural landscape.”

The Roscommon Tourism Strategy 2025–2030 outlines plans to develop outdoor recreation infrastructure, enhance visitor experiences, strengthen community involvement, and position Roscommon as a leading destination for regenerative tourism in Ireland.

The launch formed part of the “Rooted in Roscommon” Regenerative Tourism event, organised by the Failte Ireland EU Just Transition Fund Tourism Activator Gillian McGarry, which brought together stakeholders from across the tourism trade and the wider community.

With a strong attendance from local businesses, community representatives, and tourism providers, the event highlighted the collective commitment to building a sustainable, vibrant, and regenerative tourism sector in Roscommon.

Speaking at the event Gillian McGarry, Tourism Activator said “today marked a milestone for Roscommon. The room was full of enthusiasm and drive to move forward together committed to becoming a regenerative, slow tourism destination of choice, it is wonderful to see such a  positive atmosphere, such cross-sector engagement and the shared commitment to showcasing Roscommon as a vibrant, welcoming county with world-class potential”