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22/06/2016
Refurb Work Complete At Playing Fields In West Belfast
Refurbishment work has been completed at Woodlands Playing Fields in west Belfast.
Belfast City Council teamed up with the GAA and invested a total of £2.1 million.
The site now has three full size GAA pitches, including a 3G floodlit pitch. All three pitches can be used for other sports such as soccer and rugby. Players can now also take advantage of a new eight room changing pavilion and improved parking facilities.
Lord Mayor of Belfast, Alderman Brian Kingston commented: "As part of our Investment Programme, we set aside £14.1 million to improve facilities at ten sites across Belfast, as well as a further £1 million from the GAA. I'm delighted to see this facility open today and that GAA, rugby and soccer enthusiasts alike will be able to enjoy it."
Aogán Ó Fearghaíl, President of the GAA added: "I am delighted to attend the opening of these excellent new multi sport facilities that will be suitable for both training and playing Gaelic games for years to come."
(CD/LM)
Belfast City Council teamed up with the GAA and invested a total of £2.1 million.
The site now has three full size GAA pitches, including a 3G floodlit pitch. All three pitches can be used for other sports such as soccer and rugby. Players can now also take advantage of a new eight room changing pavilion and improved parking facilities.
Lord Mayor of Belfast, Alderman Brian Kingston commented: "As part of our Investment Programme, we set aside £14.1 million to improve facilities at ten sites across Belfast, as well as a further £1 million from the GAA. I'm delighted to see this facility open today and that GAA, rugby and soccer enthusiasts alike will be able to enjoy it."
Aogán Ó Fearghaíl, President of the GAA added: "I am delighted to attend the opening of these excellent new multi sport facilities that will be suitable for both training and playing Gaelic games for years to come."
(CD/LM)
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