West Clare Sports Hall

28/05/2026

28/05/2026

KBC supports and sits on the committee - we desparatley need this project to proceed. Please support...

13/04/2026

🏚️➡️🏡 New "Vacant Above the Shop" Grant announced

✅This very welcome scheme provides grant funding of up to €135,000 to support bringing above the shop vacant spaces/units into residential use, where the commercial element is remaining.

✅Grant of up to €95,000 where one residential unit is created;

✅Up to €115,000 will be available where two units are created;

✅Up to €135,000 where three or more units are created ‘above the shop’

✅€5,000 Expert Advice Grant available to help towards the engagement of professional advice on conversion of above the shop space into residential unit(s).

✅Also announced: a Top-up of up to €40,000 on existing Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant of €50,000 (vacant) and €70,000 (derelict) where an entire former commercial or public use building is being converted into more than one residential unit - an additional €20,000 for a second residential unit created and a further €20,000 where three or more units are created.

📌For full information, scheme outline and application form visit: www.gov.ie/vacancy

10/04/2026

Congratulations to coach Trish from cascaders for her selection to Irish masters team. A huge achievement!! Our area board are beyond proud of her Well done Trish 🌟🌟

07/04/2026

💚💙⚪ Calling All Sports Clubs Across West Clare ⚪💙💚

A new community group has come together with one shared goal:
to unite the people and clubs of West Clare to help deliver
the **Kilrush & West Clare Sports Arena** 🏟️

This project is not about one sport or one club —
it’s about creating a shared, indoor facility that will benefit
*all* sporting organisations and the wider community.

An indoor arena would mean:
✅ A shared space for clubs, youth groups, and community events
✅ Stronger cooperation between clubs across West Clare
✅ Gives a HOME to all indoor activities in West Clare
✅ Reduced cancellations due to weather & Year‑round training and matches

We are asking local sports clubs to:
• Publicly support the initiative
• Share this post with your members
• Nominate a club contact to engage with the community group
• Be part of a united voice advocating for this facility

Together, clubs have the strongest voice.
Together, we can make this happen.

If your club would like to get involved or learn more,
please message this page...

15/02/2026

🌟 West Clare Needs an Indoor Sports Facility! 🌟
West Clare deserves a modern indoor sports facility for ALL Indoor sports - and we need YOUR help. Living on the wild western seaboard means we face tough weather all year round. Yet, from Kildysart to Ennistymon, there’s still no full-sized indoor hall WEST of that line in any community. With a major infrastructure grant coming very SOON, now is our chance to make a real difference!
Let’s unite—residents, players, clubs, and organizations—to show everyone that West Clare cannot be left behind when it comes to indoor sports and activities.

How You Can Help:
✅ Spread the Word: Tell everyone you know that West Clare deserves an indoor venue. Email or call your local representatives, councillors, and politicians—let them know this matters!
✅ Share Your Story: Post a short video or message here showing why we need better indoor facilities. The more voices we have, the stronger our campaign!
✅ Write a Letter: Let us know how your club or group would benefit from an indoor hall. Email your support and help us show the real need. PM me for email address or use above.

Every action counts. ONLY TOGETHER can we can secure this vital resource for West Clare!