permission to kayak in blessington

hi all ,does anybody know how to go about getting permission to kayak in blessington lakes.any info would be greatly appreciated,cheers

Id get on esb as they own the lake, or you could get onto ur local tackle shop and they could point you in the right direction.

http://www.esb.ie/main/sustainability/poulaphouca.jsp

Recreational boating
A permit is required for:

Canoeing
Rowboats
Sailboats
Boats with an outboard motor engine not exceeding 6 hp
No inflatables less than 4 metres allowed
Boating season: November 1 to September 30

Lifejackets must be worn at all times

Get a boating permit
Apply in writing with appropriate fee for boating and/or canoe/sailboard to:

ESB Fisheries Office
Ardnacrusha
Co Clare

Access & queries
The official slipway is at Russelstown.

Direct queries to:

mary.omeara@esb.ie
peter.gallagher@esb.ie
ESB Fisheries Admin Office: 061 350598 or 061 350538
ESB Amenity Officer: 087 254 0237

cheers lads contacted the esb 20 euro for the year