Claremorris Community Recreational Centre

Our Mission

To develop an accessible and inclusive Community Centre for Claremorris that reflects the needs of our clubs and societies, and anticipates the future needs of our growing town.

Our Vision

With the help of State funding and Community support, the Claremorris Community Recreational Centre Committee looks forward bringing the following to Claremorris:

  • A state-of-the-art Indoor Sports facility,
  • A safe space for Youth groups,
  • An accessible Multi-functional space for social, cultural and educational activities.

A Central Hub for All

Indoor Sports

e.g. Basketball, Badminton, Rugby, Soccer 

Multi-Functional Space

e.g. Social, Cultural, Educational Activities

Youth Space

e.g. Foróige, No Name

Wall Ball

Skills Development

Proposed Design & Location

The proposed location is perfectly placed beside the outdoor sporting pitches, athletics track, and is in close proximity to the secondary and primary schools - as well as being within walking distance of the town.

Design concept: October 2024
Design concept: October 2024

Engagement to Date

Since February 2024, we have: 
(i) Engaged with local clubs, organisations, and schools;
(ii) Briefed local TDs and county councilors on the project and have gained their support;
(iii) Continually liaised with Mayo County Council on the project. 

We are in the process of assigning third-party consultants to undertake a feasibility study - this study will include engagement with all community groups with potential interest in utilising the community centre to ensure that everyone's voice is heard!

About The Committee

The Claremorris Community Recreational Centre, Company Limited by Guarantee was established in June 2024.

The Committee is made up of 8 members:

Chairperson(s): Catriona Doherty & Jarlath Sweeney
Secretary: Anna Connolly
Treasurer(s): Brian Lenihan & Fiona Hennelly
Other members: Paraic Whyte, Mark Jordan, and Owen Moore. 

Members of the Committee pictured at the Claremorris Chamber event October 2024. L-R: Owen Moore, Anna Connolly, Catríona Doherty, Jarlath Sweeney, Paraic Whyte.
Members of the Committee pictured at the Claremorris Chamber event October 2024. L-R: Owen Moore, Anna Connolly, Catríona Doherty, Jarlath Sweeney, Paraic Whyte.

Your Support Matters

Your endorsement and advocacy of this project is key to transforming it from vision to reality.

Here's how you can help:

  • Engage in the public consultation process

  • Participate in fundraising events
  • Donate, sponsor, or provide letters of support

Donate

Help make this vision a reality and transform our community