The document discusses the regeneration of Ballyronan Marina in Clones, Ireland as a case study. The small town of Ballyronan previously declined as its industries of fishing and agriculture diminished. A marina was built in 1972 but never functioned and fell into disrepair. In 1995, a community group called TABDA proposed redeveloping the marina and town in partnership with the council using EU funds. The redeveloped marina now includes facilities like a restaurant, office units, secured marina, boat yard, play areas, and spaces for sailing, canoeing, camping, and bird watching. The key characteristics of successful regeneration projects include partnerships among various stakeholders, provision of public and recreational spaces, events,