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Activities in Ballymun Parks
Programme 2010

Look out for these logos to access the events organised in the parks:
OPEN
Open Access Family event and/or children and young people of all ages are welcome.
Free of Charge No costs are involved to participate in this activity.
OPEN
Open Access Family event and/or children and young people of all ages are welcome.
Fee Paying A nominal fee will be required for this event, please see programme
timetable for individual costs of each of these activities.
LIMITED
Limited Access These activities are only available to a limited number of participants or
to a specific club or group.
Free of Charge No costs are involved to participate in this activity.
LIMITED
Limited Access These activities are only available to a limited number of participants or
to a specific club or group.
Fee Paying A nominal fee will be required for this event, please see programme timetable
for individual costs of each of these activities.

POPPINTREE PARK
INTRODUCTION
July and August 2010 is set to be a busy time in Ballymun parks! Local children and young
people have already enjoyed a variety of organised activities during June. Now local
community groups, organisations and youth groups, have arranged an even wider variety of
activities and events, that will take place in all of the Ballymun Parks over the next two months.
Inside this booklet you will find a scheduled timetable of activities and a map featuring
locations of all parks, playgrounds, pitches and green spaces in Ballymun where these activities
will take place.
This information will help you to access and enjoy the variety of public outdoor sports; play
and recreational facilities provided and participate in activities that are locally and freely
available on a daily basis for children, young people and the greater Ballymun community.
Everyone in Ballymun can take the initiative to use the parks for simple, easy to do play and
recreational activities such as walking, picnics, playing and socialising. So don’t delay, get out
and play!!
For Further information regarding activities details where dates and times are to be
confirmed (TBC), Please contact:
Debby Clarke - 01 222 5609/086 8150997 or email debbie.clarke@dublincity.ie
Rosie King - 01 222 5617/087 943 9315 or email rosie.king@dublincity.ie

COULTRY PARK
PARKS INFORMATION 2010
Ballymun currently has a regional park, two district parks, three neighbourhood parks and four
local greens, in which you will find sports facilities, playgrounds, pitches, green areas and walk
ways. The parks also provide a rich array of biodiversity which can also be enjoyed for play and
recreational purposes free of charge.
REGIONAL PARK
POPPINTREE PARK
Poppintree Park is a regional park that serves Ballymun, the hinterland of Glasnevin North and
parts of Finglas East. This is a large park that has undergone considerable improvement works
over the past 2 years.
The first phase of the park is redeveloped and was opened to the public on the 14th of July
allowing access to the new play grounds and pond with wonderful new planting in place. The
overall park caters for the sporting, play and social needs of the Ballymun community and
adjoining areas.
Sport
2 senior soccer pitches
GAA pitch
Camogie pitch

POPPINTREE PARK
Play & Leisure
Contains a pond, grassland, benches, formal flower gardens, perimeter path networks and a
playground area with 3 play spaces for separate age groups: Toddlers’ (aged 3–6 years),
Junior (aged 6–12 years), Senior (aged 12–16 years).
DISTRICT PARKS
BALCURRIS PARK
This beautifully laid out park is at the heart of the Balcurris community. It contains a public art
feature and carefully chosen rowan, cherry and maple trees border the park. The native
deciduous and evergreen shrubs encourage wildlife and are planted to achieve seasonal variety
and interest in the environment.
Sport
Junior GAA sized pitch (for hurling and Gaelic football)
Multi games area
Outdoor bowling green
COULTRY PARK
Coultry Park covers 8 acres of open space on the east side of Ballymun. A perimeter pathway,
with double avenue trees, enables excellent opportunities for walking, jogging or cycling
around this beautiful park.

BALCURRIS PARK
Play and Leisure
Toddlers’ (aged 3–6 years)
Junior (aged 6–12 years)
Senior (aged 12–16 years)
Performance space
Sport
Full size grass soccer pitch
Multi games area
NEIGHBOURHOOD PARKS & LOCAL PUBLIC SPACES
SHANGAN PARK
This park is enclosed on all sides by existing and new housing. With areas for children to climb,
swing, and use the roundabout and rocker. People can also test their skills at basketball. The
central hard surface area allows small children to ride their bikes and other areas should
present challenges for the older children.
Steps on the east side allow adults to sit and watch their children while they play. You can even
stop for a while to talk to your neighbours or have a picnic in the summer.
WHITEACRE PARK
This park is a contemporary and dynamic design, with spaces created to appeal to all sectors
of the community, young and old. Children’s play areas, pergolas and performance spaces are
included within this fantastic park.

COULTRY PARK
Play and Leisure
Toddlers’ (aged 3–6 years)
Junior (aged 6–12 years)
COULTRY GREEN
This is a delightful neighbourhood park with hard and soft landscaping and two areas, which
consist of swings and climbing frames, which accommodate children of all ages.
Play and Leisure
Toddlers’ (aged 3–6 years)
Junior (aged 6–12 years)
Senior (aged 12–16 years)
SILLOGUE GREEN
Sillogue Green is a park with hard and soft landscaping, a seating area and a central
playground for children aged 3–15 years. This charming green is well used and enjoyed by the
local community.
HOLLYTREE SQUARE
This is a small green space surrounded by housing, this little green space is tucked away off
Balbutcher lane, offering a garden like quality for small children to play on, or for parents to
stop and chat in. Step in and discover it.

FARMERS MARKET AT THE CIVIC PLAZA
SANDYHILL GARDENS
The green spaces within Sandyhill Gardens have been significantly improved. These works
have improved the visual appearance of the area and increased the enjoyment of these spaces
making them perfect for informal get-togethers.
SANDYHILL GREEN
This attractive public green provides a communal space for everyone in the area to enjoy.
BELCLARE GREEN (FOR FUTURE DEVELOPMENT)
This green space provides an informal play area for children in the community.
CIVIC SPACE
THE CIVIC PLAZA
At the heart of Ballymun is the Civic Plaza, currently grassed with tarmac pedestrian routes. It
comes alive on the first Thursday of every month for the vibrant Ballymun farmers market.
This space is also used for many performances and activities, and acts as a natural extension
to the axis centre.

A SAFE AND WELCOMING PARK
Parks in Ballymun are safe and welcoming places to spend your sports and leisure time. There
are many services in place to ensure that your parks are attractive, well maintained and kept
in good condition. To contact the park warden for your area please dial the following numbers:
Poppintree Park Depot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01 842 8833
Northwest Area Park Wardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 081 831 3300
(This number is manned throughout the day and outside of office hours)
Main contact number for Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01 222 3392
Poppintree Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01 842 8833
Coultry Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01 862 5171
Safer Ballymun Co-ordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01 222 7870
To report any anti-social activity in your parks, please call:
An Garda Síochana 999 / 01 666 4400.
WATER SAFETY
A beautiful pond with wildlife is included in the design of phase 1 of the redevelopment of
Poppintree Park. To address safety in relation to this aspect of the park BRL have worked closely
with Irish Water Safety (IWS) in promoting water safety awareness. The following measures
have been put in place as part of the overall design of the park:
IWS has carried out a water safety audit, assessment and final water safety report for
Poppintree Park.
Appropriate signage has been put in place in the park and water safety buoys have been
installed at various locations around the park.
IWS, BRL and DCC staff at Ballymun and Finglas Leisure Centres have co-ordinated Water
Safety talks for pupils in all schools in Ballymun
Information packs have been provided for pupils in all schools in Ballymun.
Water safety sessions will take place in Ballymun Leisure Centre and are available to
children of all ages and in particular to residents from the West Balymun area.
Information packs are available from Ballymun Civic Centre, Axis, Ballymun Leisure Centre,
Ballymun Shopping Centre, Poppintree, Sillogue, Shangan and Coultry Neighbourhood
Centres and all other public buildings in Ballymun.
For further information regarding participation in water safety sessions at Ballymun leisure
centre, please contact:
Debby Clarke, BRL Play Development Officer at 01 222 5609 / 086 815 0997.
For more information on water safety check out the Irish Water Safety website www.iws.ie

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POPPINTREE
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BELCLARE
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HOLLYTREE
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POPPINTREE
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SANDYHILL
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SANDYHILL
SANDYHILL
GREEN
SILLOGUE
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MAIN STREET MAIN STREET
LEISURE
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COULTRY
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COULTRY
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COULTRY
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GAEL SCOIL
BHAILE MUNNA
SHANGAN
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VIRGIN MARY
SHANGAN
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NEIGHBOURHOOD
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SANTRY DEMESNE
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SILLOGUE
TRINITY
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SPORTS FACILITIES
TRINITY
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SHANGAN
WHITEACRE
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DCU
LLEGE PARK
IC GARDENS
YOUTHREACH
LIBRARY

PARK EVENTS PROGRAMME
LIMITED
LIMITED
OPEN
OPEN
Limited availability
Free event
Limited availability
Paid event
Open to the public
Free event
Open to the public
Paid event
J ULY
Date Thursday 1st
Time 12 noon–3 p.m.
Location Sillogue Green
Age All ages
Date Every Thursday
1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
Time 3–6 p.m.
Location Poppintree Park
Age All ages
Date Every Friday
2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
Time 1–3 p.m.
Location Poppintree Park
Age 9–12 years
Date Every Monday
5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
Time 6.30–9.30 p.m.
Location Balcurris Park
Age All ages
Date Every Monday
5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
Time 6.30–9.30 p.m.
Location Coultry Park
Age All ages
SILLOGUE GREEN PLAYDAY
Award winning residents from the Sillogue area host their
second annual Playday (winners of the ‘Best contribution to
a safer Ballymun’ award 09). Once again Sillogue residents
will host a summer play day in their local park, highlighting
outdoor active play i.e. messy play, art, street games, dressup
& soccer.
If you would like to organise a Playday in your area please
contact BRL Play Development Officer (01 222 5609).
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
PARK ARTS & PLAY PROGRAMME
Children & young people are welcome to go along to their
local parks and join BRYR in a variety of activities that will
include art, street games, dance etc.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
SPORTS ACROSS IRELAND FUN DAYS
Different games and activities for BOYS & GIRLS with Sports
Across Ireland coaches Jamie & Amy Gilbert. Fridays for the
month of July from 12–2pm in Poppintree Park. Costs €2
each day. Parental consent forms can be picked up from
Coach Dan in Poppintree Community Sports Centre or you
can simply fill in a form on the day.
PARK ARTS & PLAY PROGRAMME
BRYR will host yet another programme of activities in your
local parks for children & young people. Everyone is welcome
to come along and join in a wide variety of arts and
play activities.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
PARK ARTS & PLAY PROGRAMME
Join BRYR for an evening of street games and arts activities,
everyone is welcome!
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN

Date Every Monday
5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
Time 1–3 p.m.
Location Balcurris Park
Age 8–10 years
Date Every Tuesday
6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
Time 2–3.30 p.m.
Location Balcurris Park
Age Nifty 50’s +
Date Every Wednesday
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
Time 4–5.30 p.m.
Location Whiteacre Park
Age All ages
Date Every Wednesday
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
Time 5.30–7 p.m.
Location Shangan Park
Age All ages
BASKETBALL WITH SPORTS ACROSS IRELAND
Skills, matches and competitions For GIRLS with ‘Upward’
coaches Jamie & Amy Gilbert. Cost €2 per child per day.
Parental consent forms can be picked up from Coach Dan
in Poppintree Community Sports Centre or you can simply
fill in a form on the day.
“STRIDE ON” ACTIVE LIVING TAKES A WALK IN THE
PARK
The walking group “Stride On” every Tuesday afternoon.
The walk begins with some mobilising exercise and then
2–3 laps of the park at a nice steady pace, then cooling
down with some gentle stretches. On completion of the
walk, participants have the option to enjoy some Thai chi
exercises, which brings a nice relaxed end to the session.
PARK ARTS & PLAY PROGRAMME
Get busy in the afternoon! Children & young people are
welcome to go along to their local parks and join BRYR in
a variety of activities that will include art, street games,
dance etc.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
PARK ARTS & PLAY PROGRAMME
Get down to your local park to enjoy an afternoon of fun
and games with BRYR.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
LIMITED
OPEN
OPEN
Date Every Wednesday
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
Time 1–3 p.m.
Location Coultry Park
Age 12–15 years
Date Wednesday
7th & 14th
Time 3–5 p.m.
Location Poppintree Park
Age 6–16 years
WORLD CUP FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT & FOOTBALL
TENNIS
Yes, football with tennis rules for BOYS with Sports Across
Ireland coaches Jamie & Amy Gilbert. Wednesdays for the
month of July. Parental consent forms can be picked up from
Coach Dan in Poppintree Community Sports Centre or you
can simply fill in a form on the day!
AISLING SUMMER PROJECT PARK ACTIVITIES
After-school groups use local parks to try out their kiting
skills. Children made the kites at art workshops during their
summer activities programme.
OPEN
LIMITED
Date Wednesday 7th &
Thursday 15th
Time 10 a.m. –1 p.m.
Location Poppintree Park
Age 7 years +
PARK AWARENESS PROGRAMME
Another group of up to 40 children & young people join
EcoAdventure Ireland in an exiting programme of outdoor
adventure activities. This programme will also feature
mountain bike skills & trails, orienteering, team games and
‘Play’ with Natural Elements.
LIMITED

Date TBC
Time TBC
Location Poppintree/
Balcurris Park
Age TBC
KICKHAMS CLUB GAMES
Enjoy GAA Skills and games with Coaches from Ballymun
Kickhams.
LIMITED
Date Thursday 8th
Time 10 a.m.–12.30 p.m.
Location Coultry Park
Age All ages
Date Thursday 8th
Time 1–3 p.m.
Location Coultry Park
Age All ages
LIFESTART FAMILY DAY
Annual family day hosted by Lifestart (Early years support
organisation). Parents and children enjoy a day of play
activities including messy play, games & stories, arts & crafts
and container planting (flowers & plants).
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
WOODHAZEL PLAY DAY
Local communities take the initiative to host a Playday in
their area. Making time for play is important to the residents
of the Woodhazel area who have organised a day of fun
activities by using simple ideas, materials and equipment to
provide a variety of play opportunities for children and
young people.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
LIMITED
OPEN
Date Friday 9th
Time 12 noon–3 p.m.
Location Balcurris Park
Age All ages
NATIONAL PLAY DAY - BALLYMUN
National event to promote play featuring low cost games
and play activities. Parents/Guardians and children can get
involved in this event. National Playday highlights the
facilities available in local parks and open spaces and the
social and health benefits of active play for children and
young people. Come along and join in the fun!
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
Date Tuesday 13th
Time 2–6 p.m.
Location Coultry Green
Age All ages
COULTRY COMMUNITY ACTION DAY
Gaps are hosting a community environmental day where
local residents are welcome to join in activities that will
enhance the environment in their neighbourhood.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
Date Wednesday 14th
Time 11.00 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location Poppintree Park
Age All ages
OFFICIAL OPENING OF POPPINTREE PARK
Official opening of phase 1 of the redevelopment of
Poppintree Park, which was completed in July 2010. This
new facility features a pond and a large landscaped area
that will facilitate a variety of Flora and Fauna, walkways,
tree trails and a playground that will cater for children of all
ages. Everyone is welcome to come along join in this fun
filled day of activities including, puppet show, magician,
face-painting, fun & games and much more!
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN

Date Saturday 17th
Time 12 noon–4 p.m.
Location Coultry Park
Age All ages
COULTRY FUN DAY
Community event hosted by local community forums,
which involves a family day of fun filled activities including,
face painting, games, music, dance etc.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
Date Wednesday
21st, 28th
Time 6–7.30 p.m.
Location Balcurris Park
Age All ages
Date Monday 26th –
Friday 30th
Time 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location Coultry Park
Age 7 years +
Date Wednesday 28th
Time 4–6 p.m.
Location Shangan Park.
Age All ages
Date TBC
Time TBC
Location Poppintree Park
Age 7 years +
A UGUST
Date Every Tuesday
3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
Time 2–3.30 p.m.
Location Balcurris park
Age Nifty 50’s +
Date Every Wednesday
4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
Time 5.30–7 p.m.
Location Shangan Park
Age All ages
FAI AND AN GARDA SIOCHÁNA SOCCER BLITZ
Drop in soccer blitz every Wednesday in Balcurris Park,
with FAI coaches on hand. Bring your family and friends
and watch your favourite team. World cup fever is coming
to Balcurris Park!
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
TRINITY COMPREHENSIVE SOCCER CAMP
Interested in playing soccer? Come down and enjoy learning
new soccer skills from some of the best players around
for only a small price of €35 (this price is flexible).
Meet at Trinity Comprehensive Sports Grounds then over to
Coultry Park.
THE BIG SWEEP
Join GAP in your local park in an event will help to ‘clean
up your local area’ by assisting in Litter Picks, Graffiti
Removal etc. You can also enjoy small scale planting projects
e.g. bulb planting etc.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
PARK AWARENESS PROGRAMME
Another group of up to 40 children & young people join
EcoIreland in an exiting programme of outdoor adventure
activities. This programme will also feature mountain bike
skills & trails, orienteering, team games and ‘Play’ with
Natural Elements.
“STRIDE ON” ACTIVE LIVING TAKES A WALK IN THE
PARK
The walk begins with some mobilising exercise and then
2–3 laps of the park at a nice steady pace, then cooling
down with some gentle stretches. On completion of the
walk the walkers have the option to participate in some Thai
chi, which brings a nice relaxed end to the exercise session.
PARK ARTS & PLAY PROGRAMME
Children & young people are welcome to go along to their
local parks and join BRYR in a variety of activities that will
include art, street games, dance etc.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
LIMITED
LIMITED
OPEN

Date Every Wednesday
4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
Time 4–5.30 p.m.
Location Whiteacre Park
Age All ages
PARK ARTS & PLAY PROGRAMME
Get busy in the afternoon! Children & young people are
welcome to go along to their local parks and join BRYR in
a variety of activities that will include art, street games,
dance etc.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
Date Wednesday
4th, 11th
Time 6–7.30 p.m.
Location Balcurris Park
Age 7 years +
FAI AND AN GARDA SÍOCHÁNA SOCCER BLITZ
Drop in soccer blitz every Wednesday in Balcurris Park,
with FAI coaches on hand. Bring your family and friends
and watch your favourite team. World cup fever is coming
to Balcurris Park!!
OPEN
Date Wednesday
4th, 11th, 18th
Time 6.30–9 p.m.
Location Balcurris Park
Age All ages
Date Every Thursday
5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
Time 3–6 p.m.
Location Poppintree Park
Age All ages
BEACH VOLLEY
Surf’s up for beach volleyball in the Munn! Ballymun
Patriots Volleyball Club are hosting beach volleyball
sessions in your local park so come along and join in an
evening of fun and energetic activity.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
PARK ARTS & PLAY PROGRAMME
Get down to your local park to enjoy an afternoon of fun
and games with BRYR.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
OPEN
Date Every Monday
9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
Time 6.30–9.30 p.m.
Location Balcurris Park
Age All ages
Date Every Monday
9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
Time 6.30–9.30 p.m.
Location Coultry Park
Age All ages
PARK ARTS & PLAY PROGRAMME
Once again, BRYR will host a programme of activities in
your local parks for children & young people to enjoy. At
this point you all know what to do, so come along and join
in the fun!
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
PARK ARTS & PLAY PROGRAMME
Join BRYR for an evening of street games and arts activities,
everyone is welcome!
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
OPEN
Date Wednesday 11th
Time 12 noon–3 p.m.
Location Poppintree Park
Age All ages
MARE WOOD PLAYDAY
Local communities take the initiative to host a Playday in
their area. Play days are made possible by the involvement
and enthusiasm of local residents who make time for play in
their community by organising an afternoon event using
simple ideas, materials and equipment to provide a variety
of play opportunities for children and young people.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN

Date Wednesday 18th
Time 4–6 p.m.
Location Sallowood
Community Garden
Age All ages
THE BIG SWEEP
GAP are hosting an event in Sallowood that will involve
Litter picks, graffiti removal and small scale planting
projects e.g. bulb planting etc.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
Date Saturday 28th
Time Contact Gap
Location St. Joseph’s
Church
Age All ages
COMMUNITY PLANTING PROJECT
Join GAP’s gardener in planting up your local area. Young
and old will enjoy developing and creating natural spaces
that will provide habitats for insects, birds and other
wildlife.
Contact Gap for times on 01 862 5846
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
Date TBC
Time TBC
Location Poppintree Park
Age 7 years +
PARK AWARENESS PROGRAMME
EcoIreland continue to work in Poppintree Park during this
exiting programme of outdoor adventure activities.
Throughout the programme children and young people will
enjoy fun and challenging outdoor adventure activities.
LIMITED
Date TBC
Time TBC
Location Balcurris Park
Age All ages
SETANTA HURLING CLUB SUMMER ACTIVITIES
A programme of activities suitable for all ages and all levels
of ability – everyone is sure to enjoy the different aspects of
skills learning and games. The camp will emphasize fun and
enjoyment for everyone involved.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
Date TBC
Time Contact Gap
Location Balcurris Park /
TBC
Age All ages
COMMUNITY CLEAN UP DAY
Residents from Marewood and Balcurris give their time
freely to participate in a local “clean up” day in Balcurris
Park. Everyone is welcome to join in!
Contact Gap for times on 01 862 5846
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN
Date TBC
Time TBC
Location Poppintree /
Balcurris Park
Age All ages
KICKHAMS CLUB GAMES
Enjoy GAA Skills and games with Coaches from Ballymun
Kickhams.
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
LIMITED
Date TBC
Time 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location Plaza /
Coultry Park
Age All ages
THE BLOCK HIP-HOP CLUB & SOCCER SKILLS
Ballymun’s Funky Divas & Soccer Skills coaches show off
their talents come on down and join us plus everyone in the
Mun take part in this hip-hop surprise!
Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult
OPEN

PARK EVENTS AT A GLANCE
JULY
Date Time
Location Event
1st
12 – 3pm
Sillogue Green
Sillogue Green Playday
1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
3 – 6pm
Poppintree Park
Park Arts & Play Programme
2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
1 – 3pm
Poppintree Park
Sports Across Ireland Fun Days
5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
6.30 – 9.30pm
Balcurris Park
Park Arts & Play Programme
5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
6.30 – 9.30pm
Coultry Park
Park Arts & Play Programme
5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
1 – 3pm
Balcurris Park
Basketball with Sports Across Ireland
6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
2 – 3.30pm
Balcurris Park
“Stride On” Active Living walk in the park
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
4 – 5.30pm
Whiteacre Park
Park Arts & Play Programme
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
5.30 – 7pm
Shangan Park
Park Arts & Play Programme
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
1 – 3pm
Coultry Park
World Cup Football Tournament &
Football Tennis
7th, 14th 3 – 5pm Poppintree Park Aisling Summer Project Park Activities
7th, 15th 10am – 1pm Poppintree Park Park Awareness Programme
8th 10am – 12.30pm Coultry Park Lifestart Family Day
8th
1 – 3pm
Coultry Park
Woodhazel Play Day
9th
12 – 3pm
Balcurris Park
National Play Day - Ballymun
13th
2 – 6 pm
Coultry Green
Coultry Community Action Day
14th
11am – 3pm
Poppintree Park
Official Opening of Poppintree Park
17th
12 – 4pm
Coultry Park
Coultry Fun Day
21st, 28th
6 – 7.30pm
Balcurris Park
FAI and An Garda Síochána soccer Blitz
26th, 30th
10am – 1pm
Coultry Park
Trinity Comprehensive Soccer Camp
28th
4 – 6pm
Shangan Park
The Big Sweep
TBC
TBC
Poppintree/
Balcurris Park
Kickhams Club Games
TBC TBC
Poppintree Park Park Awareness Programme
For Further information regarding activities details where dates and times are to be
confirmed (TBC), Please contact:
Debby Clarke - 01 222 5609/086 8150997 /email: debbie.clarke@dublincity.ie
Rosie King - 01 222 5617/087 943 9315 /email: rosie.king@dublincity.ie

AUGUST
Date Time
Location Event
3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
2 – 3.30 pm
Balcurris Park
“Stride On” Active Living walk in the park
4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
5.30 – 7pm
Shangan Park
Park Arts & Play Programme
4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
4 – 5.30pm
Whiteacre Park
Park Arts & Play Programme
4th, 11th
6 – 7.30pm
Balcurris Park
FAI and An Garda Síochána Soccer Blitz
4th, 11th, 18th 6.30 – 9pm Balcurris Park Beach Volley
5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
3 – 6pm
Poppintree Park
Park Arts & Play Programme
9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
6.30 – 9.30pm
Balcurris Park
Park Arts & Play Programme
9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
6.30 – 9.30pm
Coultry Park
Park Arts & Play Programme
11th
12 – 3pm
Poppintree Park
Mare Wood Playday
18th
4 – 6pm
Sallowood
community
garden
The Big Sweep
28th
Contact GAP
01 862 5846
St Joseph’s
Church
Community Planting Project
TBC
TBC
Poppintree Park
Park Awareness Programme
TBC
TBC
Balcurris Park
Setanta Hurling Club Summer Activities
TBC
Contact GAP
01 862 5846
Balcurris Park/
TBC
Community Clean Up Day
TBC
TBC
Balcurris/
Poppintree Park
Kickhams Club Games
TBC 11am – 1pm Plaza/Coultry Pk The Block Hip-Hop Club & Soccer Skills
SILLOGUE GREEN

FUTURE EVENTS 2010/2011
Further activities will take place from September onwards.
Future Activities to Watch Out For:
Trinity Comp to include parks module in curriculum for 4th year students
September Kite Running Festival
Positive Aging week to include park event
September Conkers Festival
Safer Ballymun Week to include park event
Other World Festival Event – Scarecrow Competition –
Winner Scarecrow on exhibit during Festival
Santa in the Parks
Music in the Parks
SlÍ na Sláinte walk in the park
Mun-Fun-Run 2011
Ballymun Triathlon 2011
Global Action Plan community environmental days in each neighbourhood area
Boot Camp with Keith in the park
Playdays
NEED MORE INFORMATION?
To find out more about any of these events, or if you would like to hold an event in
your local park please contact either:
Debbie Clarke
Play Development Officer
Tel 01 222 5603
Mobile 086 815 0997
Email debbie.Clarke@dublincity.ie
Rosie King
Youth, Sport and Recreation Officer
Tel 01 222 5617
Mobile 087 943 9315
Email rosie.king@dublincity.ie