Cavan County Council is developing a Town Centre First Masterplan for Bailieborough. As part of our public consultation process, we are conducting an online survey for the purposes of gathering valuable information and feedback from you, the public. We would love to hear from you and invite you to participate in our survey.
Bailieborough News. May 29th 2023 . Matthew J. Cullen.
Lough an Leagh ‘Moonwalk’: The Lough an Leagh ‘Moonwalk’ 2023 will take place on Lough an Leagh on Saturday next, June 3rd, commencing at 8.15pm, from the Picnic Area on Lough an Leagh. All proceeds go to local Cancer Charities. Entry fee is €10 and refreshments will be served afterwards. All welcome.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, May 31st: Nobber to Castletown: (E) Walk, 1.5 to 2.00hrs. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.40pm. In Nobber parking in front of the R. C. Church or on Main St. Parking also at the Library on the righthand side going into Nobber. Walk commencing at 7.15pm.
Wednesday, June 7th: Skeagh: Medium Walk, approximately 1.5 hours. Leaving Tesco carpark at 7.00pm. Meeting at carpark on left just beside Skeaghville Chalets. From Bailieborough take the Cavan Road for 3kms, turn right for the Cootehill Road (R191). At 2kms, take a right turn at the sign for Skeaghville , then continue straight on this road for approx 2kms. Walk commencing at 7.15pm. All Welcome.
Blessing of the Graves, 2023: The Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 3rd at 12 noon.
The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann Old Cemetery on Saturday, August 19th at 7.00pm and the Blessing of the Graves will take place at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Shercock on Sunday, August 20th, immediately after 11.30am, Mass.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Rosaleen, daughter Karen, sons Gary and Gavin, sons-in-law Sean and Aidan, daughters-in-law Kelly and Deirdre, grandchildren Ryan, Madeline and Tyler, extended family, and wide circle of friends on the death of Tom Mackey, Cloverhill, Lisnalea, Bailieborough, Co Cavan and formerly of Crossmolina, Co Mayo, who passed away on Sunday, 21st May 2023 peacefully at the Sullivan Centre, Cavan surrounded by his loving family. Tom was predeceased by his daughter Vanessa.
Tom’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Tuesday, May 23rd and afterwards, Tom’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.
Bailieborough Craft Group: Our Craft Group takes place every Friday morning in the Library. Looking forward to seeing all the ladies! New members are very welcome – we would love to see you!
Drop in anytime between 10.30am and 12.30pm in the Library.
Bailieborough Creative Hub: Cruinniu na nOg 2023…
FREE “Relax your Brain and Create” Workshop for children ages 9+..
In Bailieborough Library on Saturday June 10th from 10.30- 1pm.
To register please email: bailieboroughcreativehub@gmail.com
All children must be registered! Spaces are limited!
For more information go to https://cruinniu.creativeireland.gov.ie/…/relax-your…/
Bailieborough Library: Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Thursday of each month starting on Thursday June 1st 2023 from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.
FREE study space and WIFI available here for all who are in the middle of studying. Other services for students include printing, photocopying, local history/history resources, reference books, public PCs, staff advice, comfortable warm spaces. All are welcome!
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Dave, loving daughter Jenny, son Simon, grandchildren Lois and Kian, brothers Jim, T.P., Ultan, Michael, Sean, Philip and Nicholas, extended family and wide circle of friends on the death of Vicky (Vera) Wall (née Callaghan), 12 Birstall Road, Birstall, Leicester, England and late of Blackhills, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away peacefully on Monday, May 22nd , 2023. Vicky was predeceased by her parents James and Veronica, brother Mark and sisters Mary and Carmel.
Vickys remains will be repatriated to Ireland at a later date.
Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C: Congratulations and Well Done to the Bailieboro Celtic U13 Boys team, who were crowned Division 1 Champions last week, following a fantastic season. Well done boys and management.
The senior men’s Bailieboro Celtic side, came out 4-1 winners against a tough Albion Rovers side on Thursday evening last to make it 5 wins out of 5 and keep their lead at the top of the division.
St. Vincent De Paul: To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.
Indoor Bowls: Indoor Bowls take place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm. New members most welcome.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to daughters Patricia and Susan, son Adrian, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sons-in-law James and Eugene, daughter-in-law Tracey, sister Cammie, brothers Richard, Michael, Ray and Maxie, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of Charlie Barber, Great Barr, Birmingham, England and formerly of “The Forge”, Killagriffe, Tierworker, Co Meath, who passed away on Tuesday, 23rd May 2023 peacefully at Sandwell Hospital, West Bromwich surrounded by his loving family. Charlie was predeceased by his wife Mary and brother Eugene.
Charlie’s Funeral Mass will take place on Thursday 8th June 2023 at 7:30pm in St. Francis of Assisi Church, Hunters Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.
Charlie’s remains will be reposing at Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough, Co Cavan on Friday, 9th June, from 5pm – 8pm. Funeral to arrive at St. Patrick’s Church, Tierworker on Saturday, 10th June, for a Memorial Mass at 11am with burial afterwards in Moynalty Cemetery.
Killann Community Games: Ladies Football: What a day of football, on Sunday evening last in Stradone. Unfortunately our U12 girls lost by a point but our U14 girls won putting them through to Ulster!! Fantastic work girls we are super proud of you all !
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!
Walk, Jog or Run: Run, Walk or Jog is back for the lovely bright evenings at 8pm at the Chapel car park, Lakeshore, Bailieborough on every Monday and Wednesday. It’s a fun, free activity, all newcomers welcome. Other activities will be added as the weeks go on, like open water swimming, cycling and kayaking. All welcome.
Official Opening of Amenity Area: The official opening of the newly re furbished amenity area at Loch Barna Grow lake Maudabawn will take place on this Friday evening June 2nd at 7.00pm.All are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served and there will be some musical entertainment to follow.
Work has been on going over the past year, laying down a tramac surface. A seating area has been developed, along with changing room and cabin have been constructed. The lake, in recent year has become a popular focal point for swimmers, kayaking, runners , and cyclists. Or indeed, if you just want to go and sit down in a quiet place among the drumlin hills and relax in the peace and quiet of this hidden gem, then this is the place to go to, in the locality.
Taekwondo and Self Defence Classes: Adults and over 16’s Classes take place every Friday evening from 8.00pm in St. Anne’s Community Centre, Chapel Rd., Bailieborough. For further information, please contact 085 127 1979.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club –
Club contacts;
7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Bailieborough Urban Outdoor Adventure Initiative is excited to bring you Wild N Free Forest Camps for kids and teenagers. This is the first of 4 camps due to take place from June to September. Details below:
Three age groups and time slots available:
Saturday 17th June
10am-1pm: 5-9 years (€12 + booking fee): BOOK: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bailieborough-forest-camp-5-9-year-olds-tickets-630717552177
2pm-4pm: 13-15 years (€8 + booking fee): BOOK: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bailieborough-forest-camp-for-teens-aged-13-15-years-tickets-630728474847
Sunday 18th June
10am-1pm: 10-12 years (€12 + booking fee): BOOK: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bailieborough-forest-camp-10-12-year-olds-tickets-630734673387
Location: Bailieborough Castle Lake Forest (meeting at car park beside jetty).
Pre-registration essential and places are limited so book your place now.
Bailieborough Town Centre First Masterplan
Public Consultation – Have your say!
Cavan County Council is commencing the preparation of a Town Centre First
Masterplan for the future development of Bailieborough.
The aim of this Masterplan is to set out a clear vision for the future direction of the
town’s physical, economic, environmental, social and cultural development. When
completed, the plan will be used to seek funding and attract investment into the
town.
We want to ensure that the Masterplan meets the aspirations of the whole
community, and we would like to meet with all stakeholders within the local
community to hear your views on what should be included in the Masterplan for
your town.
A public consultation on the Masterplan will take place in the Bailie Hotel, Main
Street, Bailieborough on Tuesday next, 30th May from 7.30pm – 9.30pm.
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Queries in respect of the consultation should be directed to cbrady@cavancoco.ie
Dhuish Group Water Scheme: Dhuish GWS are continuing to flush the lines over the next week and a half. Any queries, please contact 087 6293035.
Bailieborough Social Day Centre: Afternoon Tea will take place in the Bailie Hotel for members of the Social Day Centre on this Wednesday afternoon, May 24th at 3.00pm. All welcome.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
May—Month of the Holy Rosary: The Rosary will be recited at the Grotto on the Virginia Road—or in the Church, if raining—for the month of May, at 7.30pm. No Rosary on Saturdays. Please come and join in prayers for peace in the World, for all the sick, for vocations and your own intentions. Everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Walking Group:
Wednesday, May 24th : Dun A Ri, Forest Park, Kingscourt: (M) Walk 1.5hrs, (E) Walk, 1hr. Leaving Tesco Carpark at 6.50pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm at the Cabra School entrance to Dun A Ri on the Kingscourt / Shercock Road.
Wednesday, May 31st: Nobber to Castletown: (E) Walk, 1.5 to 2.00hrs. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.40pm. In Nobber parking in front of the R. C. Church or on Main St. Parking also at the Library on the righthand side going into Nobber. Walk commencing at 7.15pm. All Welcome.
Blessing of the Graves, 2023: The Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 3rd at 12 noon.
The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann Old Cemetery on Saturday, August 19th at 7.00pm and the Blessing of the Graves will take place at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Shercock on Sunday, August 20th, immediately after 11.30am, Mass.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Pauge, loving daughter Alison, son Stephen, sisters Anita, Maeve, Aileen, Kathleen, Joan and Rosaleen, brothers Francis, Malachy and Liam, son-in-law Pauric, daughter-in-law Laura, grandchildren Éabha, Lorna and Brían, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Bernadette (Bernie) Lynch (nee Clarke), Carrigabruise, Virginia, Co. Cavan and formerly of Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family in The Mater Hospital, Dublin on Wednesday, May 17th 2023. Bernie was predeceased by her parents Michael and Kathleen and brothers TM and Gerry.
Bernie’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Matthew’s Church, Maghera, on Saturday, May 20th and afterwards, Bernie’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.
Bailieborough Craft Group: Our Craft Group takes place every Friday morning in the Library. Looking forward to seeing all the ladies! New members are very welcome – we would love to see you!
Drop in anytime between 10.30am and 12.30pm in the Library.
Bailieborough Creative Hub: Cruinniu na nOg 2023…
FREE “Relax your Brain and Create” Workshop for children ages 9+..
In Bailieborough Library on Saturday June 10th from 10.30- 1pm.
To register please email: bailieboroughcreativehub@gmail.com
All children must be registered! Spaces are limited!
For more information go to https://cruinniu.creativeireland.gov.ie/…/relax-your…/
Bailieborough Library: ‘The Corleck Head and Other Aspects of East Cavan’s Ancient Past’ a lecture by Jonathan Smyth will take place here in the Library on Thursday evening May 25th at 7pm as part of our Bealtaine celebrations.
We are delighted to welcome our colleague Jonathan. He is the author of ‘Gentleman and Scholar: Thomas James Barron, 1903 – 1992’; a member of Cumann Seanchais Breifne, and a regular contributor to The Anglo-Celt.
All are welcome and admission is FREE!!
Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Thursday of each month starting on Thursday June 1st 2023 from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.
Book Club: In May, the Bailieborough Library Reading Group will be reading ‘The Paris Apartment’ by Lucy Foley. New members are always welcome and copies of the book are available in the Library! The next meeting of the Book Club is on Tuesday, May 30th at 6.30pm.
FREE study space and WIFI available here for all who are in the middle of studying. Other services for students include printing, photocopying, local history/history resources, reference books, public PCs, staff advice, comfortable warm spaces. All are welcome!
Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C: Great start to the season for the Bailieboro Celtic Senior Men’s side , who are playing their football in the N.E.F.L. Division 2. The team has won their first four matches and now are top of the division. Keep up the good work and the best of luck for the season!
St. Vincent De Paul: To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.
Lough an Leagh ‘Moonwalk’: The Lough an Leagh ‘Moonwalk’ 2023 will take place on Lough an Leagh on Saturday, June 3rd, commencing at 8.15pm, from the Picnic Area on Lough an Leagh. All proceeds go to local Cancer Charities. Entry fee is €10 and refreshments will be served afterwards. All welcome.
Indoor Bowls: Indoor Bowls take place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm. New members most welcome.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!
Walk, Jog or Run: Run, Walk or Jog is back for the lovely bright evenings at 8pm at the Chapel car park, Lakeshore, Bailieborough on every Monday and Wednesday. It’s a fun, free activity, all newcomers welcome. Other activities will be added as the weeks go on, like open water swimming, cycling and kayaking. All welcome.
Official Opening of Amenity Area: The official opening of the newly re furbished amenity area at Loch Barna Grow lake Maudabawn will take place on Friday evening June 2nd at 7.00pm.All are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served and there will be some musical entertainment to follow.
Work has been on going over the past year, laying down a tramac surface. A seating area has been developed, along with changing room and cabin have been constructed. The lake, in recent year has become a popular focal point for swimmers, kayaking, runners , and cyclists. Or indeed, if you just want to go and sit down in a quiet place among the drumlin hills and relax in the peace and quiet of this hidden gem, then this is the place to go to, in the locality.
Taekwondo and Self Defence Classes: Adults and over 16’s Classes take place every Friday evening from 8.00pm in St. Anne’s Community Centre, Chapel Rd., Bailieborough. For further information, please contact 085 127 1979.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club –
Club contacts;
7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Bailieborough school of Music information/enrolment evening is been held on Tuesday the 30th of May at 7 pm in the Community Centre (Sept 23 – May 24). There will be a short performance from the band. Teachers will give a demonstration and advice on the various instruments.
Individual and group lessons in recorder, guitar, flute, clarinet, saxophone and trumpet all subject to availability.
Dhuish Group Water Scheme: Dhuish GWS are flushing the lines over a two week period starting from Monday, May 22nd. Any queries, please contact 087 6293035.
Congratulations: Congratulations to the children from St. Annes National School, who made their First Holy Communion in St. Annes Chapel on Saturday last.
RDT are ready open our doors to the next generation of twirlers in Bailieborough
Starting on Wednesday, May 17th of May at the Courthouse, Lr. Main Street from
4-5pm. Cost: €10.
Boys and girls from age 4 are welcome. We continue classes during the summer too! So now is a great time to join up and keep the kids busy this summer.
Bailieborough Social Day Centre: Afternoon Tea will take place in the Bailie Hotel for members of the Social Day Centre on Wednesday, May 24th at 3.00pm. All welcome.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
May—Month of the Holy Rosary: The Rosary will be recited at the Grotto on the Virginia Road—or in the Church, if raining—for the month of May, at 7.30pm. No Rosary on Saturdays. Please come and join in prayers for peace in the World, for all the sick, for vocations and your own intentions. Everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Walking Group:
Wednesday, May 17th: Lough an Leagh: (M) Walk, 1.5 hrs (Approx). Leaving Tesco carpark at 7.00pm. Walk commences at the Picnic Area at Lough an Leagh at 7.15pm.
Wednesday, May 24th : Dun A Ri, Forest Park, Kingscourt: (M) Walk 1.5hrs, (E) Walk, 1hr. Leaving Tesco Carpark at 6.50pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm at the Cabra School entrance to Dun A Ri on the Kingscourt / Shercock Road. All Welcome.
Blessing of the Graves, 2023: The Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 3rd at 12 noon.
The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann Old Cemetery on Saturday, August 19th at 7.00pm and the Blessing of the Graves will take place at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Shercock on Sunday, August 20th, immediately after 11.30am, Mass.
Link Credit Union: Step—Up Grants now open: Have you a child moving from 6th class to first year in secondary school this September? Link Credit Union have opened their ‘Step—Up Grant’ competition, where ten students can win €200 towards their education costs. Closing date is June 16th. Application forms are available in any of the Credit Union’s offices or on their website: www.linkcu.ie
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to sons Michael and Anthony, daughters Anna and Katie, son-in-law Brian, grandchildren Courtney and Riley, sisters Mary O’Brien, Eileen Ryan, Philomena Byrne and Bernadette Robinson, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends on the death of Patrick (Pat) McFadden, Bexcourt View, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away on Monday, 8th May 2023, suddenly at his residence. Pat was predeceased by his wife Mary.
Pat’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Saturday, May 13th and afterwards, Pat’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.
Bailieborough Heritage Society: Can you please support us in our Tesco’s Blue Token campaign to help in our work in the Old Church of Ireland Graveyard?
Bailieborough Craft Group: Our Craft Group takes place every Friday morning in the Library. Looking forward to seeing all the ladies! New members are very welcome – we would love to see you!
Drop in anytime between 10.30am and 12.30pm in the Library.
Bailieborough Creative Hub: Cruinniu na nOg 2023…
FREE “Relax your Brain and Create” Workshop for children ages 9+..
In Bailieborough Library on Saturday June 10th from 10.30- 1pm.
To register please email: bailieboroughcreativehub@gmail.com
All children must be registered! Spaces are limited!
For more information go to https://cruinniu.creativeireland.gov.ie/…/relax-your…/
Bailieborough Library: ‘The Corleck Head and Other Aspects of East Cavan’s Ancient Past’ a lecture by Jonathan Smyth will take place here on Thursday evening May 25th at 7pm as part of our Bealtaine celebrations.
We are delighted to welcome our colleague Jonathan. He is the author of ‘Gentleman and Scholar: Thomas James Barron, 1903 – 1992’; a member of Cumann Seanchais Breifne, and a regular contributor to The Anglo-Celt.
All are welcome and admission is FREE!!
Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Thursday of each month starting on Thursday June 1st 2023 from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.
Book Club: In May, the Bailieborough Library Reading Group will be reading ‘The Paris Apartment’ by Lucy Foley. New members are always welcome and copies of the book are available in the Library! The next meeting of the Book Club is on Tuesday, May 30th at 6.30pm.
FREE study space and WIFI available here for all who are in the middle of studying. Other services for students include printing, photocopying, local history/history resources, reference books, public PCs, staff advice, comfortable warm spaces. All are welcome!
Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C: Bailieboro Celtic is looking for Coaches and Helpers to assist with the running of our Summer Academy, for U10 and U8 Boys and Girls. The club will assist with Garda vetting and child safe guarding course. Please contact us via our FB page if interested.
Training for the Under 9’s has resumed at the Vale Grounds on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 7 pm. With a large turnout each week, the Club would really encourage and appreciate parents getting involved.
St. Vincent De Paul: To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.
Lough an Leagh ‘Moonwalk’: The Lough an Leagh ‘Moonwalk’ 2023 will take place on Lough an Leagh on Saturday, June 3rd, commencing at 8.15pm, from the Picnic Area on Lough an Leagh. All proceeds go to local Cancer Charities. Entry fee is €10 and refreshments will be served afterwards. All welcome.
Indoor Bowls: Indoor Bowls take place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm. New members most welcome.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!
Walk, Jog or Run: Run, Walk or Jog is back for the lovely bright evenings at 8pm at the Chapel car park, Lakeshore, Bailieborough on every Monday and Wednesday. It’s a fun, free activity, all newcomers welcome. Other activities will be added as the weeks go on, like open water swimming, cycling and kayaking. All welcome.
Taekwondo and Self Defence Classes: Adults and over 16’s Classes take place every Friday evening from 8.00pm in St. Anne’s Community Centre, Chapel Rd., Bailieborough. For further information, please contact 085 127 1979.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club –
Club contacts;
7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Build Your Business in Bailieborough – Meeting
Our new Town Regeneration Officer, Caroline Brady has organised an information evening, in conjunction with the Cavan Local Enterprise Office for Businesses in and around Bailieborough.
The Local Enterprise Office have agreed to come to the Courthouse in Bailieborough
on Wednesday 10th May at 6pm.
The meeting is to provide information on the range of supports that Cavan LEO provide for businesses. It will be open to everyone in and around the town who wishes to attend.
Darkness into Light, Bailieborough: A massive thank you to everyone involved in making last Saturday morning a very special start to the day by taking part in Darkness into Light Bailieborough 2023. The businesses and individuals who decorated their premises/homes or donated, the stewards and local Gardai, those who helped with providing refreshments and who donated food, DJ Gareth for the music at the start and finish, Local musicians who performed along the route and our local branch of The Red Cross who thankfully had an uneventful morning. A special word of thanks to Owen Duffy for the beautiful speech prior to the start of the event as well as Bailieborough Community School for allowing us the use of school facilities and their staff and pupils who helped out with decorations or performed along the route. Here’s to DIL 2024
Bridge Club:The winners of the President’s prizes competition were:
1st: Kathy O Sullivan and Rosaleen Mackey.
2nd: Una Stafford and Vera Bell.
3rd: Tom Moran and John McGahan.
The Bridge Club will resume in October.
New members are always welcome.
Contact:bridgeclubbailieborough@gmail.com or telephone 042-9667944.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: A big “Thank you” to Bailieborough Shamrocks for their recent donation of €2200.00. Your support is greatly appreciated.
The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
Bailieborough Gardening Club: The next meeting of the Bailieborough Gardening Club will take place on Monday evening next, May 15th at 8.00pm in the B.D.A., Shercock Road, Bailieborough. John Brady—Cultural Officer and Tour Guide in the Courthouse—will talk about the history of Bailieborough Castle and the trees and gardens, that were attached to it, and about the owners of the Castle and the Millraces, that can be found in the Forest. Refreshments and raffle on the night. Everyone welcome.
May—Month of the Holy Rosary: The Rosary will be recited at the Grotto on the Virginia Road—or in the Church, if raining—for the month of May, at 7.30pm. No Rosary on Saturdays. Please come and join in prayers for peace in the World, for all the sick, for vocations and your own intentions. Everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, May 10th : Girley Bog: Walk 1h 30m (approx). Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.35pm. Meet at Cloncat Service Station, 8.5kms from Kells on the Clonmellon Road N52 at 7.10pm. Walk commencing at Girley Bog at 7.15pm.
Wednesday, May 17th: Lough an Leagh: (M) Walk, 1.5 hrs (Approx). Leaving Tesco carpark at 7.00pm. Walk commences at the Picnic Area at Lough an Leagh at 7.15pm. All Welcome.
Link Credit Union: Step—Up Grants now open: Have you a child moving from 6th class to first year in secondary school this September? Link Credit Union have opened their ‘Step—Up Grant’ competition, where ten students can win €200 towards their education costs. Closing date is June 16th. Application forms are available in any of the Credit Union’s offices or on their website: www.linkcu.ie
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to sisters, Peggie Reilly (Galbolie), Ann Clarke (Canningstown), Susan Fitzsimons (Ballyjamesduff), brother Anthony (Dublin), nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family on the death of Patrick (Patsy) Reilly, Crocknahattina, Bailieborough, Co.Cavan, who passed away on Sunday, the 30th April 2023, peacefully at his residence. Patsy was predeceased by his parents John and Alice and sister Gladys.
Patsy’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Chapel on Wednesday, May 3rd and afterwards, Patsy’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
Bailieborough Heritage Society: Can you please support us in our Tesco’s Blue Token campaign to help in our work in the Old Church of Ireland Graveyard?
Killann Community Games: Well done to the Killann Under 12 girls and Under 14 Girls sides on their victories on Sunday last at the Community School Pitch in Bailieborough. The Under 12’s defeated Cootehill, while the Under 14’s defeated Kingscourt. Well done to the girls!
Bailieborough Craft Group: Our Craft Group takes place every Friday morning in the Library. Looking forward to seeing all the ladies! New members are very welcome – we would love to see you!
Drop in anytime between 10.30am and 12.30pm in the Library.
Tierworker Young at Heart Active Retirement ARA : We wish to Thank “Tesco” for €529 from the blue token collection.
Your support for our group is greatly appreciated.
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Gretta, daughter Mary, son John, son-in-law Michael, daughter-in-law Grainne, adored grandchildren Dylan, Cillian, Emma, Saoirse, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Peter (P) Flanagan, Clogga House, Cormeen Lower, Bailieborough, Co Cavan and late of Lenenavragh, Mullagh, who passed away on Tuesday, May 2nd 2023, suddenly but peacefully at Cavan General Hospital.
Peter was predeceased by his parents John and Mary Josephine, sisters Brigid, Susan, brothers Jim and John-Joe.
Peter’s Funeral Mass took place on Saturday, May 6th in St. Mary’s Church, Newcastle and afterwards, Peter’s remains were laid to rest in Mullagh Cemetery,
Bailieborough Library: FREE workshops ‘VISION OF HEALTH AND HAPPINESS’
A 3 week series of workshops to promote wellbeing, health and happiness facilitated by Patricia Crimin, YTI Dip Yoga Teacher and YTI Dip Yoga Therapist.
Week 1 Thursday May 11th 11am-12.30pm– Creative expression of wellbeing using collage technique (please bring scissors, old magazines).
Week 2 Thursday May 18th 11am-12.30pm– Create an artistic upcycling candle as an expression of happiness and gratitude;
Week 3 Thursday May 25th 11am-12.30pm –Tree of Love and Happiness.
Workshops are FREE and limited spaces available. Please ring 042 9665779 to book.
Book Club: In May, the Bailieborough Library Reading Group will be reading ‘The Paris Apartment’ by Lucy Foley. New members are always welcome and copies of the book are available in the Library! The next meeting of the Book Club is on Tuesday, May 30th at 6.30pm.
FREE study space and WIFI available here for all who are in the middle of studying. Other services for students include printing, photocopying, local history/history resources, reference books, public PCs, staff advice, comfortable warm spaces. All are welcome!
Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C: Bailieboro Celtic is looking for Coaches and Helpers to assist with the running of our Summer Academy, for U10 and U8 Boys and Girls. The club will assist with Garda vetting and child safe guarding course. Please contact us via our FB page if interested.
Training for the Under 9’s has resumed at the Vale Grounds on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 7 pm. With a large turnout each week, the Club would really encourage and appreciate parents getting involved.
Bailieborough Well Woman Walk and Yoga Programme: Join us for a fun, sociable and refreshing 6 week programme where you will Walk, Chat and Stretch (yoga) all while basking in nature on the beautiful grounds of Bailieborough’s Castle Lake Forest. Women aged 35+ for 6 weeks. Starting Sunday 14th May 9.30am. Pre-registration is essential and places are limited so book your spot now! To book, please contact: https://www.eventbrite.ie/…/well-woman-walks-tickets
St. Vincent De Paul: To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.
Lough an Leagh ‘Moonwalk’: The Lough an Leagh ‘Moonwalk’ 2023 will take place on Lough an Leagh on Saturday, June 3rd, commencing at 8.15pm, from the Picnic Area on Lough an Leagh. All proceeds go to local Cancer Charities. Entry fee is €10 and refreshments will be served afterwards. All welcome.
Indoor Bowls: Indoor Bowls take place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm. New members most welcome.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!
Walk, Jog or Run: Run, Walk or Jog is back for the lovely bright evenings at 8pm at the Chapel car park, Lakeshore, Bailieborough on every Monday and Wednesday. It’s a fun, free activity, all newcomers welcome. Other activities will be added as the weeks go on, like open water swimming, cycling and kayaking. All welcome.
Taekwondo and Self Defence Classes: Adults and over 16’s Classes take place every Friday evening from 8.00pm in St. Anne’s Community Centre, Chapel Rd., Bailieborough. For further information, please contact 085 127 1979.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club –
Club contacts;
7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Join us for a fun, sociable and refreshing 6 week programme where you will Walk, Chat, Stretch (yoga) all while basking in nature on the beautiful grounds of Bailieborough’s Castle Lake Forest.
Description: A beautiful lake and forest walk traversing the Castle Lake outside Bailieborough. The walk begins at the lake car park of Bailieborough Demesne.
Meeting Point: Bailieborough Castle Demesne Carpark
Route: The route we are taking is the Lake Loop it is the shorter of the two looped walks in the forest, it is approximately 3.5km in length and takes about an hour to walk, we will be adding in a gentle standing yoga sequence for the ultimate in relaxation and connection in nature.
Time: So in total the estimated time is 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete.
We will enjoy views of the lake for the entire duration of the walk. There are many interesting sites along the way including a memorial to those who died at Rebel Hill in 1798, graves of the Marist brothers who occupied Bailieborough Castle and the remains of Bailieborough Castle, built in the early 19th century and demolished in the 1940’s.C
This is a guided walk and yoga stretch with Muriel Murphy a qualified yoga and fitness instructor from Yoga Blurb.
*This programme is part of the Bailieborough Urban Outdoor Adventure Initiative where the aim is to provide more opportunities for the community of Bailieborough to be active in the outdoors*
