A new Reminiscence Trail has opened at the scenic walk at Broadmeadow in Enniskillen.
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council’s Around the Meadow was officially opened by council chair Errol Thompson, with a series of informative boards and photographs on show for visitors.
Co Fermanagh has seen a tourism boom in recent months as visitors from near and far take advantage of the beautiful surroundings in Enniskillen as well as the watersport activities on offer in the area.
On a visit to the new informational trail, we saw a hive of activity around Broadmeadow with several families enjoying the good weather with picnics at the public seating areas.
The trail encompasses the existing pathway at the Broadmeadow which links Enniskillen Castle and Fermanagh Lakeland Forum.
Speaking at the opening, DUP councillor Thompson said the trail was an "oasis of calm" in a bustling Enniskillen.
He added: “The Broadmeadow here in Enniskillen is a wonderful open space, an oasis of calm in a busy town in the shadow of the historic Enniskillen Castle and with excellent parking and seating along the walk it is a very popular destination in the town.
"The Reminiscence Trail will undoubtedly encourage people of all ages to use this pathway, enjoy the fresh air and indulge in a little bit of outdoor socialising which is very important in these very difficult times.”
South West Age Partnership Director Ethel Oldcroft added the trail would provoke memories for many of those who come across it.
Ethel said: “One of the signs asks what scents or smells you remember. The United Bakery stood where the telecom building is today. I remember the aroma of freshly baked bread every day.
"It would make you hungry, we as children would go into the bakers and watch them knead the dough, cut into tins, and into the ovens to bake. We always came out with a Paris bun each.”
