Lucan Leisure Campus officially opens to public
The new Lucan Leisure Campus in County Dublin has been officially unveiled, featuring state-of-the-art aquatic and fitness facilities. Funded by the government, this project aims to enhance local sports participation and promote swimming safety and wellbeing in the community.
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Charlie McConalogue TD, Minister of State with responsibility for Sport and Postal Policy, officially opened the Lucan Leisure Campus in County Dublin on 20 October 2026. The development, supported by a government grant of €3,809,214 from the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport, features two newly built pools, including a multiuse pool with a movable floor.
The campus also offers a fitness gym, exercise studios, a sports hall, sauna and steam room, changing facilities, a creche, and reception area. Minister McConalogue praised the collaborative efforts of the local community, South Dublin County Council, and department officials, highlighting the facility's role in providing year-round sporting opportunities accessible to all ages and abilities.
Emer Higgins TD, Minister of State for Dublin Mid West, welcomed the investment in her constituency, emphasising the benefits for families and communities. She also noted the facility’s focus on energy efficiency, aligning with the Nearly Zero Energy Building directive. Aura Leisure has been appointed to operate the centre, which aims to support the National Swimming Strategy by improving access and fostering water safety in the region.
The campus also offers a fitness gym, exercise studios, a sports hall, sauna and steam room, changing facilities, a creche, and reception area. Minister McConalogue praised the collaborative efforts of the local community, South Dublin County Council, and department officials, highlighting the facility's role in providing year-round sporting opportunities accessible to all ages and abilities.
Emer Higgins TD, Minister of State for Dublin Mid West, welcomed the investment in her constituency, emphasising the benefits for families and communities. She also noted the facility’s focus on energy efficiency, aligning with the Nearly Zero Energy Building directive. Aura Leisure has been appointed to operate the centre, which aims to support the National Swimming Strategy by improving access and fostering water safety in the region.
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