Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council Health and Recreation Department
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Are you ready to tumble? South Lake Leisure Centre certainly is as it prepares to welcome gymnasts to its new sports hall for the first time! Commencing on 30 October, 45 minute gymnastic sessions will take place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday for a range of age groups, with the 12-session schedule continuing through until…
Read MoreSouth Lake Leisure Centre in Craigavon, was officially opened by The Earl and Countess of Wessex on Thursday 23 September, as part of a celebratory showcase event held at the leisure facility. The Earl and Countess visited the centre, which overlooks the stunning Craigavon Lakes, where Their Royal Highnesses were formally welcomed by the Lord-Lieutenant…
Read MorePEACE IV – Forest School Programme | Making a Difference in Our Communities – Building Positive Relationships Level Two Forest School Assistant Training CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF EXPRESSION OF INTEREST IS 12:00PM, THURSDAY, 7TH OCTOBER 2021 Four-day training 1st – 4th November in Gosford Forest Park from 08:45am – 17:30pm. Volunteer with…
Read MoreIt was a night of celebration for Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council at the Association of Public Service Excellence (APSE) Awards on Thursday 9 September, when they were announced as the winner for Best Service Team for Parks, Grounds and Horticulture for Outdoor Leisure for their work at Gosford Park. Organised by APSE,…
Read MoreSOUTH LAKE TEMPORARY WEEKEND SWIMMING PROGRAMME
MAIN POOL TIMES AND SET-UP: FRI 10 – SUN 12 SEPT FRI MAIN POOL SESSIONS: 1.30pm – 4.30pm | 4 x 25m Lane Swimming | 2m Depth 4.30pm – 5.30pm | 2 x 25m Lane Swimming | 2m Depth 6.00pm – 6.30pm | 8 x 25m Lane Swimming | 2m Depth 6.00pm – 7.15pm |…
Read MoreCoach & Club Development Programme Launched
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is offering local sports clubs and coaches a range of specialised training opportunities as part of its just launched 2021-22 Coach Education and Club Development Programme. Delivered in partnership with Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC) Sports Forum, the Programme will include a mixture of online and in-person workshops, covering topics…
Read MoreGet on board with our sailing courses
Love an adventure in the fresh air, then small boat sailing could be for you. Our courses will give you confidence while learning to sail in a fun and safe environment. The sailing courses cover: Rig & de-rig your sailing dinghy Use the slipway to launch and recover your boat Steer and turn your boat…
Read MoreAll Stars Summer Scheme Brings Brighter Days to Local Children
An amazing 37 local young people delight in new found skills, confidence and friendships, thanks to Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council’s popular, fun-filled All Stars Summer Scheme. Based at Gilford Community Centre, the All Stars Summer Scheme brings young people with disabilities aged between seven and 17 together to enjoy a range of…
Read MoreABC Council Shortlisted for Five UK Association of Public Service Excellence Awards
The Health and Recreation Department at Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon has been shortlisted as a finalist in five categories at this year’s Association of Public Service Excellence (APSE) Awards. The council was formally notified by APSE on Wednesday 11th August that, following a rigorous selection process involving over 320 applications, it has been selected…
Read MoreSouth Lake Leisure Centre to Pilot New Customer Guidelines
Since opening in November 2020 South Lake Leisure Centre has faced significant challenges due to the pandemic, but this has not detracted from the exceptional success of the facility with an average of 66,500 visitors during the months of June and July alone. Managing visitor numbers on this scale during the pandemic has been…
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