The Spooky Tunnel Returns To Waterford Greenway!
Waterford City and County Council is looking forward to organising the fifth Spooky Tunnel experience at Ballyvoyle Tunnel, Waterford Greenway this Hallowe’en. This years’ experience will be in place for the public to enjoy from Friday 25th October to Thursday 31st October inclusive. This is a ‘walk through experience’ that promises to be a sight to behold for all age groups and best of all it’s free!
Ballyvoyle Tunnel, is an almost 400-metre-long brick lined tunnel, which was constructed during the 1870’s. It’s dimly lit recesses and arched ceiling are fantastically atmospheric at any time of year and form the perfect backdrop for a ‘spooktacular’ Hallowe’en themed display. 2018 was the first year of the experience and people were blown away by the sights and sounds of Samhain! Word of mouth quickly spread about the experience and visitor figures recorded at the tunnel were over twice those recorded for the same period in late October 2017. This success was replicated and even surpassed in in the intervening years and all involved are anticipating a similar response from members of the public this year.
Commenting in advance of this year’s Spooky Tunnel Cllr. Jason Murphy, Mayor of Waterford City and County said he is, “Looking forward to the 2024 edition of the Spooky Tunnel. It is fast becoming a Halloween tradition to visit the tunnel with family and friends over the mid-term break. Undoubtedly it is a Hallowe’en event which is unique to Waterford Greenway. It highlights how the Greenway has continued to evolve over the years and offer a visitor experience that sets it apart from other amenities. Best of luck to all involved!”
The Spooky Tunnel is part of a wider series of haunted happenings across Waterford city and county this Hallowe’en! From ghostly storytelling and pumpkin carving to scary movie screenings and haunted trails, there is something for everyone. Spraoi is hosting its spectacular ‘Fire & Shadows’ procession on Friday 25th October. Hallowe’en themed events take place in locations as diverse as Lismore Heritage Centre, Lismore Castle, Waterford Museum of Treasures, Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens, Mount Congreve or catch the Spooky Express at Kilmeaden WSVR. Visit Waterford and hold on to your broomsticks, as the Déise promises a jam-packed schedule this Hallowe’en!
Check out Waterford Greenway social media for updates on the Spooky Tunnel and click on www.visitwaterfordgreenway.com for more information and to plan your visit to Waterford Greenway this Hallowe’en. Check out www.visitwaterford.com and related social media for more information on Hallowe’en events across Waterford.
Miss it as your peril!
