Purpose-built access, modern heated amenities, and barrier-free water entry on the shores of Lough Derg.
Opened in August 2026, the updated shore facilities at Two Mile Gate provide barrier-free access from the moment athletes pull into the car park to when they leave the water.
Designated extra-wide accessible parking spaces located immediately alongside the main paved pedestrian approach. Zero kerbs, steps, or loose gravel.
Wide, continuous brushed-concrete pathways connect the car park, heated changing pavilion, boat storage staging area, and water slipway.
Spacious, climate-controlled changing facilities operating year-round with ample turning radius for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Level-entry accessible showers equipped with fold-down padded bench seating, heavy-duty grab rails, handheld shower heads, and emergency pull-cords.
Fully compliant accessible sanitary facilities featuring lever taps, grab supports, and direct step-free access.
Covered briefing and staging area overlooking the bay for pre-row technical briefings, boat rigging, and weather checks out of the wind.
Standard marina pontoons sit high above rowing shells, forcing athletes to perform steep vertical drops into the cockpit. Our purpose-built floating dock brings the pontoon surface virtually level with the shell's gunwales.
Athletes perform smooth slide-board or seated pivot transfers directly into the seat with minimal vertical lifting required.
Textured, non-abrasive decking ensures firm footing for athletes using crutches, walking frames, or prosthetics, even when wet.
Deployable temporary modular pontoon designed with minimal lakebed impact, maintaining active planning compliance with Clare County Council.
Trained volunteer shore crew hold the shell flat against the dock, hold oars level, fasten chest/lap strapping, and safely park wheelchairs in the covered staging area.
We believe in complete physical transparency so you know exactly what to expect before you ever arrive on site.
Arrival & Parking
Arrive at Two Mile Gate into designated accessible parking bays positioned directly adjacent to smooth, wide concrete walkways with zero kerbs, steps, or gravel.
Heated Amenities & Rigging
Access our modern heated changing facilities, roll-in hot showers, and covered veranda. Our team adjusts custom fixed seats, carbon backrest angles, and torso strapping before heading out.
Slipway & Marina Approach
Follow the wide, gentle-gradient concrete ramp leading directly onto the floating marina dock. Completely step-free and obstacle-free for wheelchair users and athletes using crutches.
Ultra-Low Pontoon Transfer
Our purpose-built floating pontoon sits inches above the water, bringing the shell gunwale flush with seated height. Dedicated shore volunteers stabilise the boat and assist seated pivot transfers.
Silent Safety Escort
Push off onto tranquil Lough Derg with quick-lock WinTech pontoons preventing tipping, while our 100% electric launch glides silently alongside for clear coach voice communication.
We warmly encourage prospective rowers, family members, and physiotherapists to arrange a quiet, obligation-free walkthrough at Two Mile Gate before taking to the water.
