Meath Local Sports Partnership

Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) 2026/2027 is now open.
Funding is provided for the development of new and existing outdoor recreational infrastructure in rural areas.
Four funding measures available..different closing dates. See link for further details:
https://www.meath.ie/council/council-services/rural-regeneration/rural-development-grants/outdoor-recreation-infrastructure-scheme-oris

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ORIS Funding Now Open for Outdoor Projects in Rural Meath

The 2026 Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) has been launched by Minister Calleary – supporting the development and enhancement of outdoor amenities across rural Ireland. From walking trails and cycleways to blueways and forest walks, this scheme helps bring great ideas to life in our communities.

Meath County Council is now inviting Expressions of Interest (EOIs):
🔹 Measure 1 – Small-scale repairs, maintenance and promotion up to €40,000
🔹 Measure 2 – Medium-scale upgrades and new trail development up to €200,000
🔹 Measure 3 – Large-scale strategic projects and new amenities up to €500,000
🔹 Project Development Measure – Planning and design to get projects shovel-ready up to €100,000

Submit your EOI to [email protected]

🌊 Open Water Swimming – Bettystown 🌊

Programmes for Adults & Camps for Children & Teenagers

Ready to take the plunge this summer? 💙

Join our Open Water Swimming Programme in Bettystown and build confidence, skills, and fitness in a safe and supportive environment!

🏊‍♂️ Adult Programmes
📅 Fridays & Sundays (July 17th – August 2nd)
➡Beginners (Level 1): 5:30–6:15pm
➡Improvers (Level 2): 6:15–7:00pm
➡Advanced (Levels 3 & 4): 7:00–7:45pm
💶Cost: €30

🧒 Camps (Kids & Teens)
📅 June 29th – July 3rd
➡Junior Beginners (Levels 1 & 2): 9:30–10:15am
➡Junior Improvers (Levels 2 & 3): 10:15–11:00am
➡Teens: 11:00–11:45am

Whether you're new to open water or looking to improve your technique, this programme is perfect for you 🙌

⚠️ Spaces are limited – don’t miss out!

👉 Book now: https://www.meathsports.ie/east-meath-amenity-hub/


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