Carlow expands enterprise network with new Borris hub

A second enterprise hub is on the way to Carlow, with plans to transform the old post office in Borris.

Councillor Willie Quinn says the €300,000 LEADER funded project will support remote workers and small businesses.

The hub will include office space, a training room and a café, and is being developed with the Beam Centre and SETU.

This ambitious project’s construction is officially scheduled to commence in Quarter 3, 2026.

“The strength of Carlow lies in its people in our ability to connect and support each other,” said Cllr. Ken Murnane , Cathaoirleach of Carlow County Council. “By investing in the Sorting House, we are not just saving a building; we are powering a network that allows businesses and communities to thrive together. This hub is a key part of our strategy to ensure our rural towns are equipped with the flexible, world-class facilities needed for a resilient future.”

“LEADER funding is designed to empower rural communities to take charge of their own economic destiny,” noted Annette Fox, CEO of Carlow County Development Partnership (CCDP). “The Sorting House is a prime example of how strategic investment can turn a vision into a tangible asset. Seeing the former Post Office reimagined in this way shows the immense value of LEADER in supporting local growth and building long-term resilience through the Rural Development Programme.”