Lees Road Sports & Amenity Park
Opened in 2005 and located just 1km from Ennis Town Centre, Lees Road Sports and Amenity Park is set in 134 acres of wood and park land. The sporting and recreational facilities are available to all whether as clubs, associations, groups or individuals. There is ample car parking and the main building includes modern changing rooms, showers and toilets. Among the facilities available are:
Sports
- 4 conventional playing pitches.
- full size all weather playing pitch – floodlit
- 400m synthetic running track – floodlit
- purpose built cross country running track
Sports catered for include Gaelic Football, Hurling, Camogie, Soccer, Rugby and Athletics. Facilities are available on a pre booked or drop in basis (for regular use pre booking is essential).
Charges
Enquiries and bookings
- Conventional pitch: €60 - max 2 hours/€20 under 18s
- All weather pitch – full size: €90 - €150 per hour
- All weather pitch – part: €30 - €50 per hour/€20 under 18s
- Running track- club / association: €40 per hour/€200 per day
- Running track – individual: €2 per session
For full scale of charges refer to Ennis Town Council Open Spaces Bye Laws 2011
Bookings to Lees Road on (065) 6867176 or Ennis Leisure Complex (065) 6821604 or e-mail corporate@ennistowncouncil.ie
Playground
In June 2010 a playground was added to this facility. This playground is aimed at the younger age group with elements of the equipment suitable for the 8-12 age category. A variety of equipment is included in the project including junior and senior swings, ladder slide and pony and elephant Springer’s. The needs of children with disabilities have also been incorporated into the design. This playground is a further addition to the range of amenities at the Lees Road Sports and Amenity Park. In particular it provides a great source of enjoyment for those under eight and is well utilised by the younger population. The location of this playground within the Lees Road facility is an excellent example of an integrated approach to providing recreational facilities.
Walks
There are marked looped walks and woodland trails including a 3km. Slí na Sláinte – just follow the signs. All walks can be walked in both directions, but please remember they are suitable as daytime walks only and be conscious of the park’s closing times.
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead, must not enter on playing surfaces and owners must clean up after them.
Skateboard Park
County Clares only specifically designed and purpose built skateboard park is located on the opposite side of the football pitches to the dressing rooms. It was opened in 2007 by legendary US professional skateboarder Rodney Jones who was very enthusiastic about this new dimension to Lees Road Sports & Amenity Park. Designed to the highest safety standard the skateboard park provides enjoyment and challenges to skateboarders of all ages and ability. In the interests of safety, helmets and protective clothing must be worn by all skateboarders. Access to the skateboard park is free.
Opening Hours 2011/2012
- 1st April to 30th September
- Monday – Friday 9.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday 9.00 a.m. to 9.00 p.m.
- 1st October to 31st March
- Monday – Friday 9.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday 9.00 a.m to 6.00 p.m.
The Lees Road Sports and Amenity Park is a joint development by Clare County Council and Ennis Town Council, with financial assistance provided by the Sports Capital Grants Scheme. The skateboard park was part financed by the Department of Environment Heritage & Local Government.