In early September in the Recreation Hub at Newbridge for mainly older people, there was a Launch & Coaching of Boules as we now have 2 courts. Tom & Eileen Donnellan experienced players, who have been to the fore in the progress and development of Boules across Fingal, delivered the coaching skills, basic rules and safety aspects on the day. They are great people who volunteer to coach best practice and get other groups of future Boules players up & running.

The launch was attended by some of our councillors with apologies from others. Unfortunately, Shane Sutton from FCC who organised a great job in providing the Boules was unable to attend as he had a number of other engagements.

Carolyn Smith of AAfA Gerry Kiernan & Jim O’Donohoe from Men’s Shed and Breda Dockrell from Donabate Portrane Liaison Group all who were very involved in seeking the Boules and seeing the project through were there to help run the event.

A very special thanks to all the people who turned up on the day to learn how play or learn how to play better!

The ‘Recreation Hub’ is now complete with the 2 Croquet Lawns and 2 Boules Courts - for use mainly by older folk! It is a great addition to activities in the area; thank you to FCC.

At present AAfA & Men’s Shed play on certain days & times. If you are interested in joining either organisation it is €10 for Active Age for All & €20 for Men’s Shed.

A big thank you to the park staff who keep the Recreation Hub in such good condition!