Parkrun launches new Vhi supported 5k event in Donegal
A new parkrun event has been officially launched at Ards Forest park in Creeslough, Co. Donegal, in collaboration with proud presenting partner Vhi.
The inaugural event took place on Saturday 25 April marking a significant addition to the growing network of free, weekly timed junior events across Ireland.
Ards Forest Park parkrun will take place every Saturday morning at 9:30am, offering a welcoming, inclusive environment for people of all ages to walk, run, volunteer or spectate. The event is designed to promote physical activity, community engagement, and wellbeing in a safe and supportive setting.
As with all parkruns, participation is completely free of charge, but pre-registration is required. Participants should register in advance at www.parkrun.ie and bring a scannable barcode on the day to receive an official time.
The success of the event depends entirely on the dedication of local volunteers. Those interested in supporting the event can contact the organising team at [email protected] to get involved.
Ards Forest Park parkrun is the latest initiative supported by parkrun Ireland in partnership with Vhi, as part of their ongoing commitment to encouraging active lifestyles and building healthier communities across the country.
Brighid Smyth, Head of Corporate Communications in Vhi said: “Vhi is proud to be the long-standing presenting partner in Ireland. We understand the role that parkrun plays in helping people live longer, stronger, healthier lives, so it gives us great joy when we see new junior parkrun events pop up all over the country. Congratulations to Ards Forest Park parkrun in Donegal on their first event last Saturday. We’re looking forward to seeing the event continue to grow over the coming months, bringing the joy of parkrun to people in Creeslough.”
Jenny Branigan, Territory Manager for parkrun Ireland added: “It’s fantastic to celebrate the launch of Ards Forest Park parkrun in Donegal! The magic of parkrun is in the community it creates, and today marks the beginning of that journey here. A huge thank you to our presenting partner Vhi, to the amazing local volunteers, to Anne McAteer from the HSE, Declan Boyle and Margaret O’Donnell from Donegal Sports Partnership, and Fergal Maguire from Avrio Environmental Management Ltd for helping make this very first event possible and bringing it to life at the heart of their community.”
For more information and to register, visit www.parkrun.ie