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Westport won Ireland Tidiest Large Town Award in 2024.
As the national Tidy Towns competition draws near, the Westport Tidy Towns Committee is calling on local businesses to help put the town’s best foot forward. With judges set to arrive in the coming weeks, community leaders are encouraging everyone to take pride in their premises from ground level to the rooftops.
“Your business plays a vital role in how our town looks and feels — not just at street level, but on the upper storeys as well,” said Eithne Larkin, Chairperson of Westport Tidy Towns. “Now is the time to step outside, look up, and see where a few small improvements could make a big difference.”
Suggestions include cleaning windows, sweeping doorways, and refreshing paintwork. Beyond aesthetics, the committee is also asking businesses to keep outside areas free from litter and cigarette butts, and to consider everyday steps towards sustainability.
"A tidy, vibrant town has far-reaching benefits," Larkin added: “It attracts more visitors, increases footfall for local shops, and boosts pride in our community. Every little effort adds up.”
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Westport has long been a top contender in the Tidy Towns competition, and community-wide participation is key to maintaining that legacy. With 2025 marking another chance to claim the title of Ireland’s Tidiest Town, the call to action is clear: let’s make Westport shine.
“Thank you for everything you do,” said Larkin. “Together, we can make a big difference.”
Westport Tidy Towns is currently the reigning Ireland’s Tidiest Large Town 2024 and it also won the regional award for the North West and West region.
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