Halloween Fun Run to take place in County Wexford

There’s something spooky stirring in Gorey Town Park this October, and it’s not just the ghosts and goblins.... Gorey Athletics Club, in partnership with Wexford County Council, has announced details of a Halloween Fun Run, taking place at 10:00am on Sunday, 26th October 2025. The event promises to be a frightfully fun morning for families, runners, and …

Reclaiming the finish line: How Gorey AC came back from the brink

In the quiet hours before sunrise on a recent Sunday, a dozen runners gathered at Gorey Town Park. Some chatted softly. Others bounced on the spot, shaking off sleep... There were seasoned athletes, midlife first-timers, and a few thirty-somethings who had only recently dared to call themselves “runners” at all. A whistle blew. Feet hit …

Gorey Athletics Club marks 50 years of the Town Park

On a crisp and clear Easter morning in Gorey, something special happened... To celebrate 50 years since the official opening of Gorey Town Park, a cherished green space where countless memories have been made, Gorey Athletics Club brought the community together for a unique and heartwarming tribute: 50km run for 50 years. The event unfolded …

Gorey Town Park Turns 50: A celebration of community, sport and shared spaces

This Sunday, 20 April 2025, marks a major milestone for Gorey: it’s 50 years since Gorey Town Park was officially opened by then Uachtarán na hÉireann, Cearbhall Ó Dálaigh. Over the past five decades, the park has grown into one of the town’s most loved public spaces. From dog runs and playgrounds to skateparks, sports …

A new chapter begins for Gorey Athletics Club

A large and enthusiastic crowd gathered this week at the Loch Garman Arms Hotel for the public meeting to relaunch Gorey Athletics Club – and what unfolded was more than just an information session. It was a moving, powerful moment of community pride, shared memories, and a clear vision for the future. Over 30 people …

Public meeting called to re-establish once popular Athletics club in Wexford

A public meeting has been called to re-establish a once-popular Athletics club... Gorey Athletics Club was he club was originally founded in 1958 by the great Tommy Doyle but fell away over a decade ago. Along with forming the club, in his latter years of involvement with the club, he became known as 'Tommy Sports' for …

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