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fun • health • fi tness • activities

at the Valley opens

Active LifeAutumn - Winter 2015

Antrim & Newtownabbey

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Just opened to the public, this state-of-the-art facility consists of a civic linear park with a performance area for events, a unique adventure play area and a fl oodlit 3G pitch suitable for football, rugby and gaelic sports. The park also includes areas of open space, paths, public art displays and a picnic area. Situated beside the Valley Leisure Centre, this exciting new shared space provides a great opportunity for local clubs and individuals from all backgrounds to come together through sport, recreation and arts-based activities. V36 at the Valley, which received £3.58 million funding under the EU PEACE III Programme, will host many events for the Borough, offering fun for all the family.

For more information or to book the event space or 3G pitch, contact the Valley Leisure Centre T. 028 9086 1211 or log onto www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/V36

V36 at the Valley Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015

Kids have their say!Over 100 local children had the opportunity to have their say on the new adventure play area at V36. During a series of interactive workshops, children were invited to ‘draw their ideal adventure’ which included the type, size and colour of equipment, and the theme that they would like to see in the new play area. Parents also had the opportunity to share their views during the public consultation events which were held earlier in the year.

Save the date! Saturday 31 October 2015Halloween event @ V36For more details see page 10

A large swing for accessibility A trampoline Two big slides, one of which is swirly

Other suggestions included:

◗ Climbing structures for both smaller and bigger kids, including a human jenga, ladders, walls and ropes◗ Zip line◗ Tree houses and several other tall features for children to have their own creative adventures.

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Save the date! Saturday 31 October 2015Halloween event @ V36For more details see page 10

Contents2 V36 Project

3 Welcome

4-5 Kids Activities

6 Birthday Parties

7 -10 Halloween Fun

11 Get into the Swing

12 Get Fit and Active

13 Exciting New Facilities

14 50+ Group

15 Get Active Outdoors

16 Contact Information

fun health fitnessactivities

3Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015 fun • health • fitness • activities

Welcome

now open . . .

The Mayor, Councillor Thomas Hogg, teams up with local children, Hope, Seb, Josh, Josh, Isabella, Lucy and Ella to celebrate the opening of V36.

Front Cover: Isabella and Josh are pictured enjoying the new adventure play area at V36

Welcome to our first issue of our leisure magazine ‘Active Life.’ We hope this will inspire you to have fun, get fit and enjoy some of the great facilities we have on offer in the Borough.

You will receive ‘Active Life’ twice a year and it will replace the former leisure magazines ‘Active Antrim’ and ‘More.’

The magazine will keep you up to date with the latest events, activities and programmes which we hope will encourage you to lead a healthier and active lifestyle. ‘Borough Life' will also be mailed to you twice a year which replaces the residents' magazines Source and Council Eye.

Also look out for our other new publications 'Cultural Life.'

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4 Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015 Kids Activities

Kids Activities

There’s lots to keep your kids active this autumn. . . Activ8 Wildcats Club Age Venue Day Time Starts3-9 years Valley Leisure Centre Wednesday 4.00-5.15pm W/C 21 Sept

3-4 years Antrim Forum Thursday 2.30-3.20pm W/C 21 Sept

3-4 years Crumlin Leisure Centre Thursday 2.30-3.20pm W/C 21 Sept

5-8 years Antrim Forum Thursday 3.30-4.20pm W/C 21 Sept

5-8 years Crumlin Leisure Centre Thursday 3.30-4.20pm W/C 21 Sept Dance Activity Group Venue Day Time StartsJunior Ballet 4-7 years Ballyearl Leisure Centre Tuesday 3.00-3.45pm W/C 7 Sept

Junior Ballet 4-7 years Ballyearl Leisure Centre Tuesday 3.45-4.30pm W/C 7 Sept

Altitude Dance Beginners Stiles Community Centre Tuesday 4.00-4.45pm W/C 7 Sept

Altitude Dance Intermediate Stiles Community Centre Tuesday 4.45-5.30pm W/C 7 Sept

Altitude Dance Advanced Stiles Community Centre Tuesday 5.30-6.15pm W/C 7 Sept

Wibble Wobble 2+ years Crumlin Leisure Centre Wednesday 9.30-10.15am W/C 7th Sept

Junior Dance 3-5 years Sixmile Leisure Centre Wednesday 3.30-4.00pm W/C 7 Sept

Altitude Dance Beginners Neillsbrook Community Centre

Wednesday 4.00-4.45pm W/C 7 Sept

Junior Dance 5-6 years Sixmile Leisure Centre Wednesday 4.00-4.45pm W/C 7 Sept

Altitude Dance Advanced Neillsbrook Community Centre

Wednesday 4.45-5.30pm W/C 7 Sept

Junior Dance 7-8 years Sixmile Leisure Centre Wednesday 4.45-5.30pm W/C 7 Sept

Wibble Wobble 2+ years Antrim Forum Friday 10.30-11.30am W/C 7 Sept

Dance and Drama 4-7 years Valley Leisure Centre Friday 3.30-4.30pm Sept 15

Dance and Drama 7-13 years Valley Leisure Centre Friday 4.30-5.30pm Sept 15

Dance and Drama 14-18 years Valley Leisure Centre Friday 5.30-6.30pm Sept 15

Musical Theatre 4-16 years Crumlin Leisure Centre Saturday 9.00-10.00am W/C 7 Sept

Beginner Hip Hop 4-16 years Crumlin Leisure Centre Saturday 10.00-11.00am W/C 7 Sept

Valley Dance 3-4 years Valley Leisure Centre Saturday 10.00-11.00am Sept 15

Advanced Hip Hop 4-16 years Crumlin Leisure Centre Saturday 11.00am-12.00pm W/C 7 Sept

Valley Dance 5-6 years Valley Leisure Centre Saturday 11.00am-12.00pm Sept 15

Valley Dance 5-6 years Valley Leisure Centre Saturday 12.00-1.00pm Sept 15

Valley Dance 7-8 yers Valley Leisure Centre Saturday 1.00-2.00pm Sept 15

Valley Dance 9-11 years Valley Leisure Centre Saturday 2.00-3.00pm Sept 15

Valley Dance 11+ intermediate Valley Leisure Centre Saturday 3.00-4.00pm Sept 15

Valley Dance 11+ advanced Valley Leisure Centre Saturday 4.00-5.00pm Sept 15

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5Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015 Kids Activities

Football Activity Age Venue Day Time StartsStrikers 5-8 years Neillsbrook Community Centre Monday 4.45-5.45pm W/C 7 Sept

Strikers 4-7 years Crumlin Leisure Centre Tuesday 3.45-4.45pm W/C 7 Sept

Strikers 8-12 years Crumlin Leisure Centre Tuesday 5.00-6.00pm W/C 7 Sept

Strikers 5-7 years Antrim Forum Friday 3.45-4.45pm W/C 7 Sept

Strikers 8-11 years Antrim Forum Friday 5.00-6.00pm W/C 7 Sept

Strikers 5-7 years Sixmile Leisure Centre Sunday 10.45-11.45am W/C 7 Sept

Strikers 8-11 years Sixmile Leisure Centre Sunday 12.00-1.00pm W/C 7 Sept Gymnastics *NEW*

Age Venue Day Time StartsPre-school Crumlin Leisure Centre Friday 2.15-3.00pm W/C 7 Sept

5-8 years Crumlin Leisure Centre Friday 3.30-4.30pm W/C 7 Sept

8+ years Crumlin Leisure Centre Friday 4.30-5.30pm W/C 7Sept

8+ years Crumlin Leisure Centre Friday 5.30-6.30pm W/C 7 Sept

Waiting lists are held for Gymnastics classes at Crumlin Leisure Centre, Antrim Forum and Neillsbrook Community Centre. Please contact the centres directly to add your child’s name. Other Activities Activity Group Venue Day Time StartsRugby and Homework Club 8-14 years Valley Leisure Centre Tuesday 3.30-5.00pm W/C 12 Oct

Table Tennis Juniors Valley Leisure Centre Tuesday 6.00-7.00pm Ongoing

FUNdamental Sportshall Athletics

4-12 years Antrim Forum Wednesday 4.00-5.00pm or 5.00-6.00pm

W/C 14 Sept

Dodgeball 8-14 years Valley Leisure Centre Thursday 4.00-5.00pm W/C 21 Sept

Mr Hullabaloo Story Circle 4-7 years Ballyearl Leisure Centre Friday 3.30-4.30pm W/C 5 Oct

Sprocket Rocket 7-11 years Valley Leisure Centre Friday 4.00-5.00pm W/C 21 Sept

We recommend that you contact the centre in advance to confirm start dates as they are subject to change. For more information including prices or to book a place on any of the above programmes, please contact the relevant centres - see page 16 for contact details.

Swimming Lessons are also available at Antrim Forum, Sixmile and Valley Leisure Centres. Please contact the centre for more information.

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6 Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015 Birthday Parties

◗ Indoor Activity Party at Antrim Forum or Crumlin Leisure Centre◗ Disco / Movie Party at Crumlin Leisure Centre◗ Pool Party at Antrim Forum◗ Football Party at Antrim Forum, Crumlin Leisure Centre, Valley Leisure Centre

Please contact relevant centre for more information or to book. Contact details can be found on page 16.

Bowl your way to an outer space party with ten pin bowling, party room and choice of party food at Antrim FourmCost: £8.50 per child.

For bookings contact Antrim Forum T. 028 9446 4131 E. [email protected]

Ten Pin Party

More birthday

party options

Available at Crumlin Leisure Centre or Sixmile Leisure Centre. Party Rooms are available for self catering.

For prices or for more information please contact Crumlin T. 028 9445 2733 E. [email protected]

Sixmile T. 028 9334 1818 E. [email protected]

Bouncy Castle Party

Choose from Caveman Capers based in the Antrim Forum or Playzone based in the Valley Leisure Centre. Party includes soft play session, party room and choice of party food.Cost: £8.50 per child

For bookings contact Antrim Forum T. 028 9446 4131 E. [email protected]

Valley Leisure Centre T. 028 9086 1211

Soft Play Party

Birthday Parties

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7Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015 Halloween Fun

Calling all wicked witches, vicious vampires and ghostly ghouls!Why not come along to one of our spooktacular, spine-tingling events

where there is guaranteed fun and frolics!

Pull Out& Keep

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8 Halloween Fun Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015

For our full programme or for more information on any of the events listed above please visit www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

An Evening of Irish Horror with Dracula’s Guest and Green TeaThe Old CourthouseMonday 19 October, 7.30pm Tickets: £8 / £6 concessionSuitable for an audience aged 12 yrs+

Scream & Scream Again The Oriel Gallery22 October to 19 November Curated by Abertoir Horror FestivalFREE Admission

Haunted Halloween Clay Castles, Clotworthy HouseSaturday 24 October, 11.00am-4.00pm, Age 8-11 years, £20 per child

Get into the spooky Halloween spirit with the Clayrazy gang as you create, make and take home your very own haunted castles, peopled with some fun Clayrazy characters. Clayrazy is a lightweight, air drying clay which guarantees no mess and no fuss, so unleash your creativity and get making!

Halloween Party, Antrim ForumSaturday 24 October, 1.30-4.00pm, £5 per child

Activities include: Soft Play Session, Arts and Crafts, Magic Show, Glow-in-the-Dark Ten Pin Bowling and a Fancy Dress Competition. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment! To book or for more information T. 028 9446 4131 or E. [email protected]

Halloween Inferno, Antrim Forum & Crumlin Leisure CentreThursday 29 & Friday 30 October, 9.30am-12.00pm for Age 4-7 or 1.00-3.30pm for Age 4-14, £8 per day or £15 for two days

A fun multi-sports and physical activity programme for children. To book or for more information contact T. 028 9446 3113 or E. [email protected]

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9Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015 Halloween Fun

For our full programme or for more information on any of the events listed above please visit www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

Halloween Party, Valley Leisure CentreThursday 29 October, 1.30-4.00pm, £5 per child

Activities include: Soft Play Session, Arts and Crafts, Magic Show, Face Painting, Bouncy Castle and a Fancy Dress Competition. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment! To book or for more information T. 028 9086 1211 or E. [email protected]

Spooktacular, Junction 1 International OutletThursday 29 October, 6.00-8.00pm (followed by Fireworks Finale), FREE Admission

Dust off your broomsticks and join us if you dare for our Spooktacular Halloween celebrations at Junction One! Visitors can also have a shriek of a time on the ghost train and mingle with the Halloween characters around Junction One!

Dare you enter the Halloween Grotto? Located in a unit between Antler and Costa Coffee for one night only, what lies inside is sure to send a shiver down your spine! Be amazed by the acrobatics of the fi re jugglers and join in the monster mash. Get on your scary fancy dress and join the Cool FM roadshow for judging the most horrifying costume at 7pm. The evening fi nishes with a fi nale of fangtastic fi reworks. The event is jointly organised by Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council and Junction One International Outlet Centre.

FREE SHUTTLE BUSDepart from Market Square & Dunsilly Park & Ride to Junction One at regular intervals and after the fi reworks. Access to the event is by Ballymena Road Entrance only.

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Ghouls & Fools, Lilian Bland Community Park Friday 30 October, 6.00-9.00pm, FREE Admission

A night of hair-raising tales, spine tingling spells, freaky face painting, grisly games, cackling characters, devilish disco-dancing and alarming amusements all fi nished off with a fear shattering fi reworks display.

The event is jointly organised by Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council and Glengormley Community Group.

Myths and Legends of Antrim Castle Gardens Saturday 31 October, 3.00-5.00pm, FREE Admission

Join us for an early evening presentation and guided walk around the gardens focusing on the myths and legends surrounding Antrim Castle Gardens and the Massereene Family. You will hear about different myths and some spooky stories which have taken place over the last 400 Years.

Spooked Out, V36 at the ValleySaturday 31 October, 6.00-8.00pm (followed by Fireworks Finale), FREE Admission

Join us for the fi rst major event at the new V36 shared space at Valley Park. The ghoulish goings on kick off with the Cool FM radio roadshow and lots of spooky Halloween fun and frolics. Dust off your favourite frightening fancy dress and join the rest of the ghosts and ghouls, witches and warlocks to see who will be crowned the winner.

The evening sky will be lit up with a sparkling fi reworks extravaganza as the event comes to a close at 8pm.

For our full programme or for more information on any of the events listed above please visit www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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Get into the swing! Interested in golf? There are now two top class golfi ng facilities within the Borough for you to enjoy:

Allen ParkAllen Park is an 18-hole Par 72 course located a short distance from Antrim town centre. Covering an area of approximately 143 acres, this gently undulating course has three man-made lakes with additional synthetic practice areas that include additional bunkers and chipping areas. Also at Allen Park, the driving range includes fl oodlit bays, suitable for practice throughout the year.

BallyearlBallyearl Golf Course is situated on the Doagh Road and features a 9-hole Par 3 parkland course suitable for all skill levels. The 27 bay covered fl oodlit driving range boasts fi ve right handed and two double sided tee systems, complete with fl ood and range lighting. The bay is situated over two levels and provides the opportunity for year round play and practice whatever the weather.

Join today!Dual centre membership packages are now available, giving full access to the 9-hole course at Ballyearl and the 18-hole course at Allen Park. Flexible, easy payment options are available to suit individual requirements. For more information or to join contact:

Ballyearl Golf Fitness & Arts, 585 Doagh Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 5RZ T. 028 9084 8287 E. [email protected]

Junior GolfThe recently formed Antrim Junior Golf Club enjoyed a very successful fi rst year, taking part in weekly competitions on the shortened course at Allen Park. The club have now set up their own committee and are currently planning both golfi ng and social events for next year. All junior members can now enjoy full access to both Allen Park and Ballyearl at no extra cost! For more information contact Allen Park.

Allen Park, 45 Castle Road, Antrim, BT41 4NAT. 028 9442 9001 E. [email protected]

11Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015 Get into the Swing

2 people for the price of 1 on 18-holes @ either Allen Park or Ballyearl*

Voucher must be presented at Reception

Valid to 31 December 2015

Voucher may only be redeemed once

*T&Cs apply

2 for 1GOLF

VOUCHER

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If you are thinking of joining the gym, there are five superb leisure centres to choose from across the Borough.

With a wide range of membership options and activities on offer, there is something to suit everyone!

The following leisure centres are available for you to enjoy:◗ Antrim Forum, Antrim◗ Ballyearl Leisure Centre, Newtownabbey◗ Crumlin Leisure Centre, Crumlin◗ Sixmile Leisure Centre, Ballyclare◗ Valley Leisure Centre, Newtownabbey

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Benefits Include: ◗ Unlimited use of the fitness suite, health suite and

swimming pool◗ Free selected classes with 7 day priority booking◗ Free induction and personalised fitness programme◗ No contract and no joining fee**◗ Options to pay by direct debit or cash upfront**

If you would like more information on the membership options available please contact a membership advisor at any of the centres. Contact details can be found on page 16.

*Over 60s and qualifying criteria apply **3 month membership or non-renewal within 1 month is subject to £15 administration charge.

Get Fit and Active!

Five Centre MembershipIncludes Antrim Forum, Ballyearl, Crumlin, Sixmile and Valley Leisure Centres: Adult £31.70/ Youth Plus £26 (age 16-20) / Concession £18*

Four Centre MembershipIncludes Ballyearl, Crumlin, Sixmile and Valley Leisure Centres: Adult £26 / Youth Plus £21.40 (age 16-20) / Concession £18*

One Centre MembershipCrumlin Leisure Centre Only: Adult £22 / Youth Plus £18 (age 16-20) / Concession £18*

Monthly Membership Options

Antrim Forum

Ballyearl

Crumlin

Sixmile

Valley

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13Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015 Exciting New Facilities

Exciting new facilities coming soon. . .The Borough of Antrim and Newtownabbey offers some of Northern Ireland’s finest sporting and leisure activities and with major investments, there is more to come!

Come and enjoy the new look fitness suite at Ballyearl. With great views over the golf driving range, the investment of over £200,000 has extended and modernised the fitness suite to include:◗ An increased muscular strength endurance section with additional free weights◗ Separate functional strength and conditioning area incorporating plyometric platforms, TRX cables and a range of sand bags◗ 17 cardiovascular machines◗ 12 resistance machines

For more information contact Ballyearl T. 028 9084 8287 E. [email protected]

Refurbished Fitness Suite at Ballyearl - Now Open

Allen ParkDue to open in Summer 2016, work is currently underway to develop Allen Park Golf Centre in Antrim into a new multi activity sports hub. In addition to the existing golf and lawn bowling facilities, the new development costing £4.5 million includes:◗ A new full size sports hall, meeting room, changing rooms and a new reception area◗ Three outdoor 3G pitches suitable for football, rugby and gaelic sports◗ Upgraded driving range with specialised teaching bays◗ Refurbished clubhouse and restaurant◗ Extended car park with more coach and disabled parking facilities

During the construction works, there will be full access to the golf course with some restriction to the practice areas and driving range.

For more information contact Allen Park T. 028 9442 9001 E. [email protected]

Lough Neagh Gateway Visitor Centre Situated on the shore of Lough Neagh, Antrim’s Lough Shore Park is a popular destination with many attractions and activities to enjoy. A new Gateway Centre is planned for the area and will be a great resource for those who use the park for water-based activities or for those who just want to relax and enjoy the superb facilities and natural surroundings.

The new facility, which will be designed to take advantage of the stunning views of Lough Neagh, will feature catering facilities, a function room and new public toilets including showering facilities. Work is due for completion in early 2017. The existing Lough Shore Coffee House and adjoining public toilets will remain open during the construction period.

For more information contact Paul Kelly T. 028 9446 3113 or E. [email protected]

V36 at the Valley - Now OpenJust opened to the public this fantastic new facility features a civic linear park, adventure play area and a third generation pitch! See page 2 for more information!

Artist’s Impression

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12 Fit and SAe Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015

Fit and Active aged 88! At 88 years of age and still instructing fitness classes, Marie is a great inspiration to anyone want-ing to lead a fit and active lifestyle.

What classes do you currently teach?

I take Over 50’s classes at the Valley Leisure Centre and usually start off with a Keep Fit class followed by Line Dancing. I also teach Dance and Drama to girls on a Friday afternoon. I love dancing and even now I can still do my high kicks!

What hobbies do you have?

Nice big walks along the beach are great. I try to walk as much as I can instead of using transport but I also enjoy gardening in my spare time. What made you get in to fitness?

From age 16, I worked in the theatre industry, dancing. This lead on to taking fitness classes which I have been doing now for 30 years. I am also a qualified gymnastics coach, so keeping active has always been a big part of my lifestyle.

What would you say to people in the prime of their life?

I would say that there is no point sitting about, you will just seize up! It’s important to get active and stay active and there is no better way than coming to my classes!!

MONDAY 10.00am-12.00pm Sixmile Leisure Centre 50+ Club10.30-11:30am Valley Leisure Centre Keep Fit 50+10.30am-1.30pm Antrim Forum Over 50’s Fit & Active Club

11.45am-12:45pm Valley Leisure Centre Over 50’s Line Dancing

TUESDAY 10.00am-12.00pm Crumlin Leisure Centre Over 50’s Fit & Active Club10.00am-12.00pm Valley Leisure Centre 50+ Club

1.30-4.00pm Valley Leisure Centre Tea Dance

WEDNESDAY 10.00-11.30am Neillsbrook Community Centre Over 50’s Fit & Active Club10.30-11.30am Valley Leisure Centre Keep Fit 50+11.45am-12.45pm Valley Leisure Centre Over 50’s Line Dancing

THURSDAY 10.00-12.00pm Sixmile Leisure Centre 50+ Club10.30am-1.30pm Antrim Forum Over 50’s Fit & Active Club12.00-1.00pm Valley Leisure Centre 50+ Aquafit8.00-10.00pm Neillsbrook Community Centre Over 50’s Line Dancing FRIDAY

10.30am-12pm Stiles Community Centre Over 50’s Fit & Active Club

For more information contact the centres directly, details on page 16.

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Over 50’s Classes

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15Active Life | Autumn - Winter 2015 Get active 0utdoors

Get active outdoors!Getting active outdoors is a great way to improve your health while enjoying the beautiful scenery that our new Borough has to offer! Here are just a few activities for all the family to enjoy in the great outdoors over the next few months:

Go Walking! Whether you’re a serious rambler or just enjoy a short stroll, why not don your walking boots and take in some of the Borough’s great walking routes. For information on these and other local walks log onto www.walkni.com.

There are a number of walking groups in the area who enjoy weekly walks throughout the Borough and further afield. For more information log onto www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/Walking For a challenge…..why not take part in this year’s Antrim Walk event in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support on Saturday 26 September 2015

Go Cycling! Getting out on your bike is a great activity for all the family to enjoy. There are a number of on and off road cycle routes within the Borough, all of which offer beautiful scenery along the way. For a full list of cycle routes including interactive maps, log onto www.cycleni.com

Go Running! If you enjoy running why not try one of the two Parkruns which take place every Saturday morning, 9.30am at Lough Shore Park in Antrim and Valley Leisure Centre in Newtownabbey.

For more information log onto www.parkrun.org.uk

Not a runner? Why not join one of the Couch to 5k programmes at Antrim Forum or Valley Leisure Centre which aim to get non-runners from their couch to running 5 kilometres!

For more information T. 028 9446 3113 or E. [email protected]

Water Activities If water activities are your thing why not enjoy some of the canoe trails within the Borough. Log onto www.canoeni.com for a list of trail and access points. The Borough also offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy a spot of fishing, whether it is for game, trout or coarse.

For information on permits and suitable locations for fishing log onto www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/Outdoors

Outdoor gyms

Suitable for all fitness levels, outdoor gyms are ideal to compliment your walk or run and are completely free to use. For a list of outdoor gyms within the Borough log onto

Please note equipment is not suitable for under 16’s Just for the kids. . . . With lots of outdoor play areas in the Borough to choose from, it’s the ideal place for kids to meet and play together. For a list of play areas within the Borough log onto www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/PlayAreas

wwwantrimandnewtownabbey. gov.uk/OutdoorGyms

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If you have any comments on the magazine please

contact: Communications and PR, Antrim and

Newtownabbey Borough Council, Antrim Civic

Centre, Antrim, BT41 2UB. T: 028 9034 0027 E:

[email protected]

The magazine is available in alternative formats for

those with a disability, please contact us for more

information.

The magazine is delivered to postal areas BT29,

BT36, BT37, BT39 and BT41; if it is not delivered to

any of your neighbours living in these areas, please

let us know.

Contact Information Allen Park, Antrim T. 028 9442 9001 E. [email protected]

Antrim Forum T. 028 9446 4131 E. [email protected]

Ballyearl Leisure Centre, NewtownabbeyT. 028 9084 8287 E. [email protected]

Crumlin Leisure Centre T. 028 9445 2733 E. [email protected]

Sixmile Leisure Centre, BallyclareT. 028 9334 1818 E. [email protected]

Valley Leisure Centre, NewtownabbeyT. 028 9086 1211 E. [email protected]

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If you have any comments on the magazine please contact: Communications and PR, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, Antrim Civic Centre, Antrim, BT41 2UB. T. 028 9034 0027 E. [email protected] The magazine is available in alternative formats for those with a disability, please contact us for more information. The magazine is delivered to postal areas BT29, BT36, BT37, BT39 and BT41; if it is not delivered to any of your neighbours living in these areas, please let us know. Printed on FSC accredited material.