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July Bank Holiday 2026 Opening Hours

Please see below July Bank Holiday opening hours for all indoor and outdoor leisure facilities. Ardmore Recreation CentreSun 12 July – Fri 19 July CLOSED Banbridge Leisure CentreSat 11 July 9.00am – 5.00pm All activities finish at 4.30pm | Gym closes 4.45pm Sun 12 July & Mon 13 July CLOSED Tuesday 14 July 9.00am –…

Get ready to soak up summer fun!

We have ramped up the summer vibes with a jam-packed, high-energy and fun-filled ‘Shake Up Summer’ programme for families, children and young people! Here are some of the top picks for summer 2026: Make a splash with South Lake Watersports! Hit the water or the road with kayak, paddleboard and bicycle hire; dip your toes…

Nominate your rising stars for the ABC Junior Sports Awards

Sports clubs, teams, individuals and schools are invited to nominate young sports people aged 18 and under who have brought pride and prestige to the borough through their outstanding sporting achievements. Organised by Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Sports Forum, in partnership with Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC) Borough Council and headline sponsored by Manfreight…

ABC Sports Forum affiliation now open!

Team up with the ABC Sports Forum for tailored support, resources, guidance and much more to take your game to the next level! Working in partnership with Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, the ABC Sports Forum is a voluntary body that provides a voice for local sport and works to encourage its development…

Craigavon Lake Run is back for 2026!

Athletes, fun runners and active families – get ready! The annual Craigavon Lake Run and Wheelchair Race is set to take place on Wednesday 3 June 2026. Sponsored by Rushmere Shopping Centre, McKeever Sports, Lidl, Tesco, Eurospar, Lake Road Centra and organised by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, this 1K, 5K and 10K…

Top talent honoured at ABC Senior Sports Awards

Over 130 guests gathered at Craigavon Civic and Conference Centre on Friday 27 March for the annual ABC Senior Sports Awards, which honour and celebrate the local sporting community and their impressive achievements over the past year. Organised by Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC) Sports Forum and headline sponsor McKvr, the awards celebrate the individuals,…

Primary school girls lead the way for their peers to be active!

Over 40 girls from primary schools across the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon borough are on a mission to inspire their peers to lead healthier, more active lives through the ‘Girls Active’ initiative. The girls from seven different primary schools joined forces at this week’s Girls Active Primary Inspiration Day at Dromore Community Centre. Through interactive…

Shortlisted nominees announced for 2026 Senior Sports Awards

The shortlist for this year’s Senior Sports Awards, supported by headline sponsor McKvr has been announced, with a multitude of sports clubs, inspirational volunteers and individuals recognised for their talent and achievements. This year, 34 nominations across eight categories have made it to the shortlist, underscoring our borough’s reputation for sporting excellence. Shortlisted nominees will…

ABC Business Games: building employee wellbeing, one game at a time!

In today’s fast-paced, always‑on world of business, the mental load is heavier than ever and the pressure can feel constant. No matter the industry, one thing remains the same – people matter and so does their health and wellbeing. Encouraging staff to get active is a powerful way to support this. Regular physical activity helps…

EXCITING UPGRADES ACROSS OUR LEISURE CENTRES

Spring is in the air… and so are some exciting upgrades across our leisure centres! These fantastic improvements include: South Lake Leisure Centre – gym refurbishment Banbridge Leisure Centre – sports hall floor upgrade Banbridge Leisure Centre & Gilford Community Centre – fresh paint works To make these improvements happen, there will be some short…