Castleland Community Centre Relaunch Celebrated with Community Fun Day

Fingal County Council, in association with Castleland Development Group, welcomed the full reopening of the Castleland Community Centre in Balbriggan, Co. Dublin with a Community Fun Day.

The Community Centre was built in 2017 and for two years up until recently shared it's facilities with Ardgillan Community College to support the educational needs of the young people of Balbriggan. The Centre is now fully available for use by local groups.

The Community Centre provides a vital space for the community to participate in sport and leisure, community development, educational and recreational activities. 

Speaking at the Relaunch, Deputy Mayor of Fingal Cllr Gráinne Maguire said: "Community centres are in the heart of the community and serve the needs of local people. They play a vital role in bringing people together and reducing isolation, as they encourage people to take part in both educational and recreational activities.

The social bonds that people create in community centres give a sense of belonging and helps build inclusive communities. They offer a space to come together and meet, share experiences, take part in hobbies as well building our community from the grassroots up. The power of community centres should not be underestimated. Getting involved in your local community centre can improve your mental, physical and general well-being as well as building a stronger community that responds to challenges as a community."

Fingal’s Director of Housing and Community Development, Robert Burns said: “ The development of strong, self-reliant and sustainable communities is central to the work of Fingal County Council’s Community Development Office. Castleland Community Centre will play a vital role now and into the future for the community in Balbriggan.

The Fingal Community Facilities Network promotes the work of thirty-five Fingal County Council supported community facilities and community centres. Our vision for Fingal is that of inclusive and cohesive communities, where all who live, work and visit are valued, and all residents are enabled to fully participate and contribute to their communities, irrespective of their nationality, ethnicity, religious or cultural background. Fingal County Council as a community leader is committed to building a sense of belonging for everyone who lives, works or visits Fingal.

Over 2.2 million adults and children used our community facilities last year. This number is going to increase as our communities grow, and we welcome the full reopening of Castleland Community Centre for the Community of Balbriggan. Castleland Community Centre will continue to bring people together to shape, change and enhance community life."