Water Safety Ireland - Laois

** HERITAGE WEEK **

Heritage Week Cycle to Donaghmore.
Booking essential

If you wish to join us from Manor Stone book with me on 087 638 1675 by whatsapp/text. Starts at 10:20am and returns for 3pm

If you wish to start from Durrow, book with Matt on 086 053 7356

Lucky Laois to have the amazing Ballinakill Outdoor Swimming Pool
𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒔.

☀️We have put on some extra hours in our pool this week to make the most of the ☀️
Our regular hours will also still apply to each day!
When the sun is out the pool is busy🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️
🔗Please use our online booking system to avoid disappointment👉www.ballinakilloutdoorswimmingpool.com

Laois Tourism
Ballinakill GAA Club
Laois Sports Partnership
Ballinakill Afterschool Club

With hot weather set to continue this week Met Éireann has issued the following weather advisory:

Status Yellow – High Temperature

Maximum temperatures in excess of 27° Celsius, combined with nighttime minima in excess of 15° Celsius.

Potential Impacts:
• Water safety issues due to increased use of beaches/lakes/rivers
• Uncomfortable sleeping conditions
• Heat stress
• Animal welfare issues

Valid: 06:00 Wednesday 12/08/2026 to 06:00 Friday 14/08/2026

Check updates: https://bit.ly/4mL3zYg

🌿☀️ Her Outdoors Week 2026 is here! ☀️🌿

Get active, try something new, and enjoy the great outdoors with a fantastic range of activities taking place across Laois from 10th to 16th August.

Whether you're interested in walking, cycling, adventure activities, fitness, or simply connecting with others in the outdoors, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

✅ Fun and inclusive activities
✅ Suitable for all abilities and experience levels
✅ A great opportunity to get outdoors, meet new people, and boost your wellbeing

📅 Booking is essential for all events.

🔗 Check out the full programme and book your place here: https://www.laoissports.ie/events/

Don't miss out on a week dedicated to celebrating and encouraging women and girls to enjoy the outdoors! 💚

⚠️ Warm weather does not mean safe water

🏖️ With temperatures set to rise this week, the Coast Guard is reminding the public that beaches can be busier than usual

☀️ Familiarise yourself with these key safety tips before entering the water

Heritage Week 2026 is nearly here!

Details of all events happening in Laois in the Laois Event Guide available to view and download here: https://tinyurl.com/43jxu5dp

Printed copies will be available in library branches from Wednesday 12th August.

Leinster Express / Laois Live Laois Heritage Society Laois People

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