The Executive of Sligo County Board have  agreed to proceed with the purchase of 21 acres approx. of land in the Scarden area off the Strandhill Road in Sligo. It is proposed that this site will be used to accommodate a Training ground, dressing rooms, meeting room and associated services. The area should accommodate 3 no. full size pitches of which one at least will be “All weather.”

            The residents in the immediate area have been contacted about the purchase and the Development Committee will be available to answer any queries about the future plans for the site. 

            Sligo County Board have long recognised that the provision of a designated training ground is essential for the future of Gaelic games in the County. These facilities will be available to all members of the Association in Sligo.

            The Board is excited about this Development which will enhance the prospects of Teams at all grades throughout the County.