Laois Community Leaders Welcome Outdoor Pool Funding Boost
By Staff reporter · Midlands 103 · 7 July 2026
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Ballinakill outdoor pool has new safety and inclusive equipment.
Funding for a Laois outdoor pool is boosting the local community.
It comes as the Ballinakill outdoor pool has new safety and inclusive equipment due to receiving €23,000 in funding.
The facility is open from June to September and located near Heywood Gardens and woodlands just outside Abbeyleix.
The pool also has a lifeguard scheme in place where people can train and then voluteer at the amenity.
Ballinakill Community Development Association member, Declan Kennedy, says the investment will improve accessibility and enhance the experience for all visitors:
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