The plans include nine 3 bed lodges, four 2 bed lodges, a managers office and laundry.

A master plan for the site released this week shows a range of other potential services for the site.

Huge numbers of children, teens and young adults use the infrastructure each day.

It was confirmed this week that currently derelict headquarters building at the former home of the 4th Cavalry would be eligible for major funding under the THRIVE Scheme.

As part of annual road maintenance, Local Authorities have responsibility for the improvement and repair of roads, with works funded through local budgets.

Local groups have called for the plan to be tweaked to include a lit running track using the former 550 metre Greyhound track loop.

Speaking to Shannonside FM News, local farmers stated that 'enough is enough'.

Part 8 planning permission is due to be lodged in the coming weeks for the expansion into lands adjacent to the Park.