getactiveabc

getactiveabc ABC Council's Health & Recreation Department brand - getactiveabc, getmovingabc, getoutdoorsabc - let's do this!

getactiveabc is the umbrella brand for the Health and Recreation department in Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council and offers a unique mix of health and fitness activities, memberships, water sports, snow sports, dry land activities, golf and swimming. Our nine indoor leisure facilities comprise Orchard Leisure Centre, Banbridge Leisure Centre, South Lake Leisure Centre, Gilford Community Centre, Dromore Community Centre, Rathfriland Community Centre, Richhill Recreation Centre, Tandragee Recreation Centre and Keady Recreation Centre. Our outdoor facilities comprise Craigavon Golf & Ski Centre, Kinnego Marina, Kinnego Bushcraft Centre, Loughgall Golf & Country Park, South Lake Watersports, Gosford Forest Park, Clare Glen Caravan Park, Ardmore Recreation Centre, Cathedral Road Recreation Centre as well as a host of parks and open spaces including Lurgan Park, Palace Demesne, Solitude Park, Banbridge, Dromore Park, Portadown Peoples Park and Craigavon City Park incorporating Tannaghmore Gardens and Animal Farm. Our Sports Development team carry out a varied programme of activities throughout the year to get everyone active, moving and outdoors across Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon. The team also provides an important link to governing bodies of sport and Sport NI and is the ‘go to’ for all sports persons from grass roots to elite athletes in the local area. The team is responsible for delivering the Sports Forum, funding for clubs, education courses, schools programmes, sport and exercise programmes for the public and the annual Sports Awards ceremony. This page is not monitored 24/7 (including evenings, weekends and public holidays). Please PM us with any enquiries via messenger and our Customer Advisors will reply as soon as possible. If you have a Freedom of Information request, please visit the council website at armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk for details of how to contact us. Please read the House Rules before posting comments to our page. This statement outlines the types of content that will be removed from this page and the grounds for which we will ban a user from accessing it. Users should also make themselves aware of Facebook's own terms and conditions. General information

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We will also remove or ban any user who:

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🌞 We are recruiting for a number of exciting roles for our All Stars Summer Activity Scheme:⭐️ 2 x Assistant Leader⭐️ 2 ...
01/04/2026

🌞 We are recruiting for a number of exciting roles for our All Stars Summer Activity Scheme:

⭐️ 2 x Assistant Leader
⭐️ 2 x Care Attendant

The Summer Activity Scheme aims to provide inclusive physical activities for young people with disabilities between the ages of 7-17 years in the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area.

Through this Scheme, the young people will be introduced to different forms of physical activity which will breakdown existing barriers to their participation and enhance their active lifestyles, health and confidence.

If you have experience in childcare, teaching or as a classroom assistant and you’re dedicated to making a positive impact and creating memorable experiences, we invite you to apply and join us in this meaningful project 😍

For further information and to apply go to: 👉 https://armaghbanbridgecraigavon.getgotjobs.co.uk/home

Applications close on Wednesday 8 April 2026 at 4pm.

Putt your mornings to good use 🏌️‍♂️⛳️Tee off Monday to Friday before 10.30am for just £13.10 per person at Loughgall or...
31/03/2026

Putt your mornings to good use 🏌️‍♂️⛳️

Tee off Monday to Friday before 10.30am for just £13.10 per person at Loughgall or Silverwood golf course. Book online 👉 getactiveabc.com/golf

🎉 Planning a birthday party? We’ve got you covered! 🎈Let the fun begin with an Inflatable Party at your local leisure or...
31/03/2026

🎉 Planning a birthday party? We’ve got you covered! 🎈

Let the fun begin with an Inflatable Party at your local leisure or community centre - the perfect way to celebrate with guaranteed bouncing, laughter and unforgettable memories! 🤩🎂

Book an easy, stress‑free party your child will love
🟡 Available at:
✅ Banbridge Leisure Centre
✅ Dromore Community Centre
✅ Gilford Community Centre
✅ Keady Recreation Centre
✅ Rathfriland Community Centre
✅ Richhill Recreation Centre
✅ Tandragee Recreation Centre

🎁 Ready to party? Find your nearest centre and get booking!
👉 getactiveabc.com/parties

Longer evenings, red and gold skies, and the fresh feeling of spring 🌅🌿🌸From 1 April, our parks will begin extending the...
31/03/2026

Longer evenings, red and gold skies, and the fresh feeling of spring 🌅🌿

🌸From 1 April, our parks will begin extending their opening hours, giving you more time to get outside and enjoy the season.

🌸Loughgall Country Park will be open until 7:30pm throughout April, perfect for an evening stroll or later round of golf⛳

For full ABC park opening hours this April, visit getactiveabc.com/get-inspired-by-our-parks

Who’s ready to enjoy those longer spring evenings?🚶‍♀️🏃🚴

Easter holidays are here ⭕⚽️⛳🐰It’s the perfect time to plan some cracking family fun and try something new at Craigavon ...
30/03/2026

Easter holidays are here ⭕⚽️⛳🐰

It’s the perfect time to plan some cracking family fun and try something new at Craigavon Golf & Ski Centre 🐣

✔️ Easter Activity Special [7-15yrs]
✔️ Individual Tubing [5-14yrs]
✔️ Family Tubing [age 3yrs +]
✔️ Junior Snowtube Party [7-15yrs]

Hop online to book tubing 👉 getactiveabc.com/craigavongolfski

And for even more outdoor fun, why not try a round of Footgolf while you’re there ⚽️⛳ Included in getactiveabc Single, Family & Corporte memberships 🙌
book 👉 getactiveabc.com/footgolf

The 2026 Senior Sports Awards winners have been announced! 🌟 🏅 🏆 Congratulations to the hugely talented sportspeople and...
30/03/2026

The 2026 Senior Sports Awards winners have been announced! 🌟 🏅 🏆

Congratulations to the hugely talented sportspeople and dedicated coaches and volunteers who make sport thrive across our borough!

Thank you to headline sponsor McKvr and award sponsors, Campbell’s Eurospar, Downshire Arms Hotel, Playr-Fit, Sport NI and Banbridge Physiotherapy Clinic.

View the full list of winners 👉 https://getactiveabc.com/category/news/

View the event photo gallery 👉 https://www.armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/top-talent-honoured-at-abc-senior-sports-awards/

If you've recently completed Couch to 5K or you're comfortable running 5K, why not build on the momentum and take on a 1...
30/03/2026

If you've recently completed Couch to 5K or you're comfortable running 5K, why not build on the momentum and take on a 10K?! 🏃‍♂️⌚🤩

Lace up and join our virtual 5K–10K training programme, designed to help you gradually and confidently increase your running distance at a pace that suits you.

What’s included?
✅ A qualified instructor guiding you virtually throughout the programme
✅ Weekly emails with your training plan
✅ Flexibility to train around your schedule
✅ Motivation, structure and support every step of the way

Participants will also be encouraged to sign up for the Craigavon Lakes 10K Run on Wednesday 3 June 2026...the perfect goal to work towards! 🏅

Find out more https://getactiveabc.com/hw_programs/virtual-5k-10k/

🐣🎾 Looking for Easter fun for the kids?Lurgan Tennis Club is running an Easter Tennis & Multi Sports Camp packed with ga...
29/03/2026

🐣🎾 Looking for Easter fun for the kids?

Lurgan Tennis Club is running an Easter Tennis & Multi Sports Camp packed with games, coaching and plenty of active fun for ages 4-13.

📅 7–10 April
⏰ 10am–1pm
📱 To book, contact Callum: +44 7393 028505

🎉 And don’t miss their Open Day!
📅 Saturday 25 April
⏰ 12–3pm
A great chance to meet the coaches, explore the club and try activities.

🐰🐣 Easter Opening Hours 🐣🐰 Easter opening times for all indoor and outdoor leisure facilities are available here 👉 htt...
29/03/2026

🐰🐣 Easter Opening Hours 🐣🐰

Easter opening times for all indoor and outdoor leisure facilities are available here 👉 https://getactiveabc.com/news/easter-opening-hours-2026/

Get ready for an egg-stra special Easter and plan ahead for a hopping good time 🐰 getactiveabc.com/easter

🐣 Easter Pairing: Wednesday 8 April 🐣🐰 Morning Session [10.00am - 1.30pm] - South Lake WatersportsTake part in our Easte...
28/03/2026

🐣 Easter Pairing: Wednesday 8 April 🐣

🐰 Morning Session [10.00am - 1.30pm] - South Lake Watersports

Take part in our Easter Multi-Activity Day for just £15 per child, including a range of activities on land and on water, led by our qualified Paddle Northern Ireland instructors 👉 getactiveabc.com/events/easter-at-south-lake

🐰 Afternoon Session [ 2.00pm - 4.00pm] Craigavon Golf & Ski & Tannaghmore Gardens

🐂 Explore the Rare Breeds Animal Farm and play park at Tannaghmore Gardens, part of the stunning Craigavon City Park.

⭕ Enjoy an individual 30 minute snowtubing session for just £7 per child at Craigavon Golf & Ski 👉 getactiveabc.com/events/easter-at-craigavon-golf-ski

Relax with a picnic lunch by Craigavon Lakes or treat the kids to Easter goodies at Café incredABLE at South Lake or the Alpine Lodge Restaurant at Craigavon Golf & Ski🧁🍰☕

🎉 South Lake Watersports is officially OPEN for the 2026 season! 🌊The wait is over! South Lake Watersports is open from ...
28/03/2026

🎉 South Lake Watersports is officially OPEN for the 2026 season! 🌊

The wait is over! South Lake Watersports is open from today and we can’t wait to see you! 😎🛶

🛶 Equipment hire is back!
Paddleboards, kayaks and bikes are now available to book online up to 8 days ahead, letting you plan your next adventure with ease 🚴‍♂️🌊

💙 Even better all “learn to” tasters and equipment hire are FREE with a getactiveabc single, family or corporate membership.

With a packed Easter schedule just around the corner, we’re excited to welcome everyone back to the water!
More info 👉 getactiveabc.com/facility/southlakewatersportscraigavon

South Lake Easter Trail 🐰📜Join us for a fun-filled adventure as you follow the trail, solve the clues and uncover hidde...
28/03/2026

South Lake Easter Trail 🐰📜

Join us for a fun-filled adventure as you follow the trail, solve the clues and uncover hidden messages. Perfect for little explorers 🗺️✨

📅 Fri 3 April & Sat 4 April
🕒 During centre opening hours
💷 £1 per child

No booking required | Limited availability

Pick up your clue sheet from reception before you set off and return it completed to claim your creme egg!

All proceeds go to the Lord Mayor’s chosen charity, Epilepsy Action 💜

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getactiveabc is the brand of Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Councils Health & Recreation Department. Offering a unique mix of water sports, snow sports, dry land activities, golf, play, outdoor, swimming and fitness activities.

Our goal is to help improve the overall health and wellbeing of residents through collective prevention and intervention efforts, ensuring that our offering encourages all residents with ABC to be more active. This statement discloses the types of content that we will remove from this page and the grounds for which we will ban a user from accessing it. Users should also make themselves aware of Facebook's own terms and conditions. We reserve the right to remove comments, without notification, including those which: bully, harass or intimidate any individual or organisation are unlawful, libellous, defamatory, abusive, threatening, harmful, obscene, profane, sexually oriented or racially offensive infringe or violate someone else's rights violate the law discuss ongoing legal proceedings are spam advertise products or services are irrelevant or off-topic are disruptive are repetitive. We will also remove or ban any user who: continues to post comments such as those listed above uses offensive images as their profile picture, for example, sexually explicit images has an offensive user name. These lists are not exhaustive and will be updated as necessary. Moderation This page is not monitored 24/7 (including evenings, weekends and public holidays). If you have a Freedom of Information request, please visit our website at https://www.armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/ for details of how to contact us.