01 July 2026

01 Jul 2026

Borrisoleigh Active Social Club

Borrisoleigh Active Social Club enjoying their day out in Portarlington last Friday

Members of Borrisoleigh Active Social Club headed off last Friday to Solas Eco Garden Centre in Portarlington. We had a very informative talk on planting of flowers and shrubs. Then headed onto Emo Court House for a guided tour which was so interesting. We had a lovely meal in Treacys of The Heath. As many recounted stopping there years ago coming home from matches in Dublin but since the motorway they haven’t been there.

Our next outing is to see Fran & Muriel in Bru Boru Cashel on Tuesday July 7th.

Our mystery tour takes place on Fri July 24th. Where we’re going nobody knows (except the bus driver).

Borrisoleigh Heritage & Culture

After much effort, success has finally come in getting the relevant statutory bodies to take an interest in the preservation of the monastic ruin at Glenkeen, along with the adjoining burial ground.

The initiative is now part of the Heritage Council of Ireland’s “Adopt a Monument Programme”, which will offer mentorship and guidance on how best to proceed in securing and preserving, what is, one of the most historic of sites in, not only Tipperary, – but in all of Ireland. The Heritage Office of Tipperary County Council has also committed full support to this project.

Funding has been secured to compile a Conservation Management Plan, which is a necessary first step in a project such as this. Kilkenny based conservation specialist company, “Research & Dig”, under the management of Liam Mannix have already begun preliminary work on this plan and have visited Glenkeen on a number of occasions.

As Glenkeen monastic ruin and surrounding graveyard is perhaps the most valuable inheritance that our forebearers have bequeathed upon us, it is important that our generation do what is necessary to preserve the treasure with which we are entrusted for generations of the future.

The next step in the process is a proposed public consultation meeting. This is proposed for the evening of Thursday 16 July, with two separate sessions at 3 and at 5 o’clock. Each of these sessions will be confined to 15 people and booking will be necessary and the venue will be on site at Glenkeen

For anyone wishing to attend, email – borrisheritage@gmail.com – or text John Connors at 086 2752634

Mat Pilates

Mat Pilates started in June and runs until the end of August. All are welcome.

Baile Borrisoleigh Community Sponsorship Group

Host Families needed

Host families are needed for Spanish students attending St. Josephs in Borrisoleigh in September.

There is a payment of €220.00 per student, per week and contact can be made to Edel Ryan on 087-3870624 if interested.

Community Employment (CE) Scheme

Community Employment Opportunities Available

Job Title: Community Employment Scheme Worker (Part-Time – 19.5 Hours)

Location: Community sites across Holycross, Borrisoleigh and Upperchurch
Programme: Community Employment (CE) Scheme – Ireland

Overview:
We are currently seeking motivated and reliable individuals to join our Community Employment (CE) Scheme. This is a part-time opportunity designed to support participants in gaining valuable work experience while contributing positively to the local community.

Eligibility Criteria:

Must be aged 21 years or over
Must meet Community Employment Scheme eligibility requirements (as per Department of Social Protection guidelines)

Key Responsibilities:

General gardening and grounds maintenance
Grass cutting and lawn care
Painting and basic maintenance of community facilities
Upkeep of outdoor spaces including litter control and tidying
Assisting with minor repairs and improvement projects
Supporting community events and activities when required

Skills & Qualities:

Willingness to learn and take direction
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Good timekeeping and reliability
Interest in outdoor work and community involvement
Previous experience is an advantage but not essential

What We Offer:

Structured work experience in a supportive environment
Opportunities to develop new skills and training
Contribution to your local community
Part-time hours (19.5 per week)

How to Apply:
Please contact your local Intreo Office or Employment Services to check your eligibility and apply for this position. You may also submit your CV to: pdeely@bildltd.ie

This position is part of the Community Employment Scheme and is supported by the Department of Social Protection.

Missing white cooper helmet and hurley’s from recent community games in Limerick

To whom it may concern,

We attended the community games in UL yesterday, Maguires Pitches with Ballincollig GAA from Cork at the 11o clock match v Borrisleigh GAA.

My son Peter Downey left his white copper helmet up there with three hurley’s in it. It has his name, Peter Downey on the inside padding. He is completely distraught over loosing it. It was from his deceased grandfather and cannot be replaced. I was the manager and was doing a hundred things after the match so it’s really my fault it was left behind. We would do anything for it’s return. It’s beyond precious to him. My number is 0877738311.

We are hoping it was just picked up by mistake by one of the other teams and will turn up. We would be beyond grateful to hear back about same. We have made contact with all Community games counties involved but are hoping if we contact all GAA teams in hurling and camogie that it will come to light sooner.

Our son is suffering greatly so we are looking for any help with same.

UL do not have it so think it may also have been taken away in error. The are doing there best to recover it also.

Can this message be sent out to the participating teams group per chance and see did anyone pick it up in error?

Go raibh mile,

Tríona Downey

087 7738311

Eucharistic Adoration

Adoration in the Church of the Sacred Heart Borrisoleigh will take place after 10:00am Mass until 11:30 am on Wednesdays and Fridays

Adult Set Dancing Classes

Adult Set Dancing classes are taking place every Monday night in Finns Pub @ 8pm. Michael Cooney is running them. All are welcome

Pic of the Past

A Night on the Town
James and Mary Kennedy, Cronovone, Tom Ryan, Pallas,
John Bradshaw, Coolderry and Ollie Delaney, Rathmoy

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