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International Student Exchange - June 2025
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ASHBOURNE LIONS CLUB GOLF CLASSIC 2025
FRIDAY AUGUST 29th, 2025
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CONGRATULATIONS ON COMPLETING THE COAST 2 COAST 2025 CYCLE CHALLENGE FROM GALWAY TO LAYTOWN
The Ashbourne Lions Club hosted an incredible Coast 2 Coast charity cycle event on May 24th and 25th, covering an impressive 240 KM. This two-day challenge not only showcased the determination of the cyclists but also raised significant funds and awareness for The Autism Group and Meath Prosper.
The event was a resounding success, thanks to the collective efforts of many dedicated individuals. Cyclists from various backgrounds came together, demonstrating remarkable spirit and camaraderie. The marshals, support crew and Order of Malta played a crucial role in ensuring the safety and smooth operation of the event, providing encouragement and assistance throughout the journey.
Special thanks are due to the Ashbourne Lions Club members, their families, and friends, whose unwavering support made this event possible. The collaboration with local authorities, including the Garda, ensured a secure environment for all participants. We also extend our gratitude to The Pillo Hotel, Maldron Hotel Oranmore, The Shamrock Lodge Hotel, The Knightsbrook Hotel Trim, The Chambers Athlone, and Mary from Cappataggle for their generosity
The event was further enriched by the contributions of the talented musicians who provided entertainment, creating a vibrant atmosphere. Additionally, the involvement of Aer Lingus staff exemplified the community spirit that underpinned this initiative.
As we reflect on this amazing event, we are sincerely grateful to everyone who contributed and participated. Your efforts have made a meaningful impact on the lives of those supported by The Autism Group and Meath Prosper.
Looking ahead, we are excited to announce that next year marks our tenth anniversary, with the event scheduled for May 23rd and 24th, 2026. We hope to see even more participants and supporters join us in this worthy cause. Thank you once again for making this event a memorable success!
The event was a resounding success, thanks to the collective efforts of many dedicated individuals. Cyclists from various backgrounds came together, demonstrating remarkable spirit and camaraderie. The marshals, support crew and Order of Malta played a crucial role in ensuring the safety and smooth operation of the event, providing encouragement and assistance throughout the journey.
Special thanks are due to the Ashbourne Lions Club members, their families, and friends, whose unwavering support made this event possible. The collaboration with local authorities, including the Garda, ensured a secure environment for all participants. We also extend our gratitude to The Pillo Hotel, Maldron Hotel Oranmore, The Shamrock Lodge Hotel, The Knightsbrook Hotel Trim, The Chambers Athlone, and Mary from Cappataggle for their generosity
The event was further enriched by the contributions of the talented musicians who provided entertainment, creating a vibrant atmosphere. Additionally, the involvement of Aer Lingus staff exemplified the community spirit that underpinned this initiative.
As we reflect on this amazing event, we are sincerely grateful to everyone who contributed and participated. Your efforts have made a meaningful impact on the lives of those supported by The Autism Group and Meath Prosper.
Looking ahead, we are excited to announce that next year marks our tenth anniversary, with the event scheduled for May 23rd and 24th, 2026. We hope to see even more participants and supporters join us in this worthy cause. Thank you once again for making this event a memorable success!
On May 24th @ 7am, around fifty cyclists will gather in the Pillo Hotel for early morning coffee and scones, in preparation to take on the annual Coast2Coast Charity Cycle Challenge, from the Atlantic Ocean at Galway Bay, to the Irish Sea at Laytown Co. Meath.
This will be the 9th Lions Club Coast 2 Coast Cycle Challenge. All funds raised go towards supporting both local worthy causes and other well-known national charities that are selected every year by the committee. This year’s chosen charities are:
Entrance Fee: A deposit of €50 guarantees your place. The entrance fee is a minimum of €250 and this includes your transportation by tour bus to Galway Bay, Bed and Breakfast in Athlone, plus all food, snacks and Water on route over the two days.
This will be the 9th Lions Club Coast 2 Coast Cycle Challenge. All funds raised go towards supporting both local worthy causes and other well-known national charities that are selected every year by the committee. This year’s chosen charities are:
- TAG Meath Autism Group
- Prosper Meath
- ASHBOURNE LIONS CLUB
Entrance Fee: A deposit of €50 guarantees your place. The entrance fee is a minimum of €250 and this includes your transportation by tour bus to Galway Bay, Bed and Breakfast in Athlone, plus all food, snacks and Water on route over the two days.
CÓRus choir Ashbourne raising funds for Ashbourne Lions Club
LIONS ON DUTY at ALADDIN THE PANTO - JAN 2025
Thank you for giving back at SEAN HESSION / FRANKLY SINATRA, a fundraiser for Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre hosted by Ashbourne & District Lions Club on Thursday, November 14th. We had a fantastic night raising €4,000 for the charity. Thank you to all our sponsors and to all who helped in any way. And a huge thank you to everyone who came along on the night. #GaryKellyCancerCentre #AshbourneLionsClub #FightAgainstCancer #SupportTheCause
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THANK YOU ASHOURNE & DISTRICT FOR YOUR INCREDIBLE SUPPORT OF OUR CHARITY CONCERTS AND COAST 2 COAST CYCLE CHALLENGE
Thank you to everyone who supported our recent charity concert. It was a fantastic night and The Fureys put on a legendary performance. They were dancing laughing and crying in the ailses ! The evening kicked off with Alan Kavanagh who received a warm Ashbourne welcome. The Fureys followed with two hours of songs and stories. A standing ovation followed and Eddie and George stayed afterwards to meet the audience. Ultimately our goal was to raise as much funds as possible for St Francis Hospice and we are delighted to share that we were able to donate €7,500 to Bernadette Gillis from the Hospice. Once again thank you so much for your generosity.
We also produced a souvenir programme for the event and the proceeds went to UNICEF GAZA. Thank you for your amazing contribution of €1,000.
We also produced a souvenir programme for the event and the proceeds went to UNICEF GAZA. Thank you for your amazing contribution of €1,000.
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COAST 2COAST 2024 CYCLE CHALLENGE
The 2024 C2C cycle challenge was indeed a challenge on Saturday 25th May. The wind and rain was in the cyclists face from Galway to Athlone. With their determination and encouragement from the support team along the way the cyclists enjoyed a well earned rest at Shamrock Hotel. After a warm shower and a healthy meal they were entertained by The Coast 2 Coasters Band and apparently went to bed early !
Sundays weather was much more encouraging and the team swept across the country taking the Athlone to Mullingar greenway ( The Old Rail). Pausing at Moat we remembered our friend and Lion , Ciaran Finn and left his distinctive Bicycle Tag and Red Dickie Bow as a tribute.
Plenty of refreshments at Mullingar, Trim and Duleek sustained the cyclists to LAYTOWN where friends and family welcomed their heroes.
Sundays weather was much more encouraging and the team swept across the country taking the Athlone to Mullingar greenway ( The Old Rail). Pausing at Moat we remembered our friend and Lion , Ciaran Finn and left his distinctive Bicycle Tag and Red Dickie Bow as a tribute.
Plenty of refreshments at Mullingar, Trim and Duleek sustained the cyclists to LAYTOWN where friends and family welcomed their heroes.
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PROUDLY SPONSORED BY
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WE ARE DELIGHTED TO ANNOUNCE
A VERY SPECIAL GUEST SUPPORT ACT
ALAN KAVANAGH
'Alan Kavanagh is a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Ashbourne Co.Meath. Alan has won two national song contests and had a no.1 single on iTunes. He currently has a publishing deal in the UK with ARC Music and has supported acts such as The Coronas, Mundy and Aslan. Alan is based in Ashbourne but spends much of the year abroad as a headline act on some of the world's biggest cruise lines. He was also the featured artist on Canadian TV show Stampede City Sessions and appeared as the headline act at the Salt Water Sessions.’
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LIONS UNVEIL
"WELCOME TO ASHBOURNE"
ROADSIGN
Ashbourne Lions Club are delighted to announce the arrival of a new WELCOME TO ASHBOURNE road sign. Thanks to M.C.C and all involved for bringing the project to fruition. The signs are installed at both ends of the village.
LIONS IN ACTION ON ST PATRICKS DAY
Ashbourne Lions Club would like to wish SAM MURRAY the very best of luck as he prepares for the BELFAST CITY MARATHON. Sam is raising funds for BREAKTHROUGH CANCER RESEARCH and we were delighted to hand over a cheque for €250. If youd like to sponsor Sam his fundraising page can be found here.
SAM MURRAY BREAKTHROUGH CANCER RESEARCH
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COAST 2 COAST 2024 NOW ACCEPTING ENTRIES
Join us as we cycle across the country from Galway to Laytown covering 230 KM's by road and greenway.
Now in its 8th year this is a fun charity cycle full of caint, craic agus ceoil along the way.
CLICK HERE to Reserve your saddle for €50
Ashbourne Lions Club donate €500 to Firefighter/Paramedic Ken Brady and team who will transport 10 4x4's and 3 Ambulances filled with equipment to Ukraine in early March. Safe travels to all involved.
ASHBOURNE LIONS CLUB THANKS YOU FOR YOUR AMAZING SUPPORT OF OUR HYBRID PUB QUIZ
@Donahgmore Ashbourne GAA Club and Online
In Support of MEATH WOMENS REFUGE
YOU RAISED AN AMAZING - €5000
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE ASHBOURNE LIONS CLUB FOOD APPEAL 2023
on behalf of VINCENT DE PAUL
Nov 20th, Dec 1st &2nd
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Join us on our Family Fun Walk for Childhood Caner next Saturday 23rd.
Meet at Community Centre 1:30PM and we will walk to the Library, where we will light our candles. There will be music, guest speaker, face painting, balloons and goodies for the children.
Come along for this fantastic community event.
Meet at Community Centre 1:30PM and we will walk to the Library, where we will light our candles. There will be music, guest speaker, face painting, balloons and goodies for the children.
Come along for this fantastic community event.
COFFE MORNING IS AN AMAZING SUCCESS - €5,000 RAISED
THANK YOU ASHBOURNE
COFFEE MORNING - SEPT 15th @ Ashbourne House - 10:00AM - 12: 30PM
TEA * COFFEE * CAKES * BISCUITS * RAFFLE
FAMILY FUN WALK - 3Km- SEPT 23rd-
Meet @ Community Centre @ 1:30 PM -Walk to Library.
FACEPAINTING * GOODIES * BALLOONS* MUSIC *
AARON HARKIN RECOGNISED BY ASHBOURNE LIONS CLUB
Aaron Harkin, friend of Ashbourne Lions Club, was invited to our May monthly meeting. He was presented with a certificate of appreciation for his help at the St Patrick's Day Parade, by our President John Baitson. Aaron then addressed the Club's monthly meeting.
Thanks a million Aaron for your help on St Patrick's Day, and really well done on your speech to the Club Meeting. You were brilliant and everyone loved the speech.
Thank you so much.
Thanks a million Aaron for your help on St Patrick's Day, and really well done on your speech to the Club Meeting. You were brilliant and everyone loved the speech.
Thank you so much.
JOHNNY LOGAN JOINS ASHBOURNE & DISTRICT LIONS CLUB ON A BUSY FRIDAY !
Busy morning for Ashbourne Lions. We launched our Coast 2 Coast Charity cycle with Johnny Logan. We also supported the campaign for Domestic Abuse Awareness GO PURPLE DAY and we handed over a cheque for €3,500 to Ashbourne Youth Centre.
BOUNCERS - AN OUTSTANDING SUCCESS.
THANK YOU ASHBOURNE
BOUNCERS played to a full house on Friday and Saturday 21st/22nd April at the Ashbourne House Hotel. Directed by Gerry Herbert and a fabulous cast of Dermot Lambe, PJ Moran, Mark Yeates and Nick Storey. The play is a hilarious take on the "nightclub scene " of the 80's and 90's. The audience joined the cast on a chaotic night out with lots of humour , "social comment "and a visit to some dark places. A spontaneous standing ovation on Saturday night rounded out a unique event for Ashbourne Lions Club. We also managed to raise significant funds for ASHBOURNE YOUTH CAFE and CHILDHOOD CANCER IRELAND. Thank you to everyone who bought tickets, attended the play or made a donation and to all LIONS who helped on Friday and Saturday. Finally a massive thank you to our sponsors PRIMELINE and BMCI INSURANCE BROKERS
BOUNCERS -FRIDAY SOLD OUT -
LIMITED AVAILABILITY FOR SATURDAY- CLICK HERE
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It’s Friday night, the weekend’s here and the party’s about to begin.Time for dancing, drinking and the search for true love. The club’s getting hot but out in the cold the Bouncers are ready for anything.Meet Ralph, Judd, Les and Lucky Eric as they relive a night in a Dublin disco in the 80s in an outrageous celebration of the nightclub scene.It’s a screamingly funny ride through one of those nights as all the gang are out on the town – the boys, the girls, the cheesy DJ, the fish and chip van and the taxi home.All under the watchful eyes of the Bouncers…
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ASHBOURNE LIONS MEET IN ASHBOURNE COUNCIL CHAMBER
ASHBOURNE LIONS SPONSOR GOLF CLASSIC FOR FIONN O LONGAIGH
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St Patricks Day in Ashourne 2023
Thank you to the Ashbourne Community for your fantastic support over the Christmas period. We received donations from Kilrue Solar Ltd, ( €10,000), Global Fresh exotics (€5,000) and Primeline (€1,000). This allowed us to support The Reddin Family, Meath Womens Refuge and Ashbourne Youth Cafe.
Thank you to Ashbourne High Street and Tesco Customers for your amazing support for our Santa Static Cycle Winter Fuel Appeal. You raised a massive €1,420 which will help to warm the homes of those in need in our community this Christmas.
ASHBOURNE LIONS CLUB TURNS 30
On Saturday 19th November Lions Club Members and Friends gathered to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Lions in Ashbourne. A great night was had by all and it was great to see four Charter Members of the Lions Club still active in the Club throughout this 30 years. The four Charter members, Tadg Riordan, Sean McNally, Tom Keenan and Rory McGuire were presented with individual Melvin Jones Fellowship Awards to mark there 30 years of service.
Lions Clubs world-wide recognize outstanding individuals by bestowing on them an award that is named after it's founder Melvin Jones. This award is the highest form of recognition and embodies humanitarian ideas consistent with the nature and purpose of Lionism.
We were delighted to present a cheque to Frances from Meath Womens Refuge. The donation of €2,000 will be go directly to their childrens programme.
Thank you to Tesco Ashbourne community fund for their very generous donation of €629.44 to Ashbourne Lions.
PP Cathleen Cullen handed over the Presidency of Ashbourne Lions Club to John Baitson on Thursday 6th October. The club also presented Melvin Jones Fellowships , an award for dedicated humanitarian service to Paul Walton and John Baitson.
We’re included in the current round of the Tesco Ireland Community Fund in Ashbourne. If you’re shopping in this store over the next few weeks, we’d really appreciate if you’d vote for us using your blue token.
Ashbourne Lions Club welcome two new members, James Hillen and Alice Richardson
Ashbourne Lions Club and Ukrainians visit Bohemians FC
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COAST 2 COAST Charity Cycle 2022 in support of St Francis Hospice, Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre and Ukraine Refugees
COAST 2 COAST 2022 takes place MAY 28th and 29th . Some memories from 2015 - 2019
Clann Ceoil 2022 with PHIL COULTER. WOW.
Thank you for your incredible support and what a night we had. Over 400 people in attendance for a fantastic performance from Phil Coulter , Geraldine Branagan and George Hutton. A big thank you to Pillo Hotel, Primeline and our photographers Andy Murray and Conor Ryan. Meals On Wheels and the LCIF Ukrainian Fund for refugeess and displaced persons will benefit hugely. We look forward to seeing you all again for Clann Ceoil 2023 !
Thank you for your incredible support and what a night we had. Over 400 people in attendance for a fantastic performance from Phil Coulter , Geraldine Branagan and George Hutton. A big thank you to Pillo Hotel, Primeline and our photographers Andy Murray and Conor Ryan. Meals On Wheels and the LCIF Ukrainian Fund for refugeess and displaced persons will benefit hugely. We look forward to seeing you all again for Clann Ceoil 2023 !
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Thank you for supporting our Online Virtual Quiz. It was a fantastic evening and we raised €4,000 for very deserving local community projects
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FEB 11th - 8PM - ONLINE FAMILY QUIZ with RORY'S STORIES
€10 Entry Fee
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Join us from FEB 1st, 2022 - 28 DAY WALKING CHALLENGE
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Kick Start 2022 with the Ashbourne Lions Challenge. We ask you to walk ( or exercise) every day for 30 minutes.
COMMUNAL WALKS ARRANGED ( As Covid restrictions allow) FREE HI VIZ vest and HI VIZ Drawstring Bag for all participants. REGISTER HERE |
SVP - LIONS CLUB - WINTER FOOD and FUEL APPEAL 2021
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PHIL COULTER UPDATE
A Message from Ashbourne Lions Club:
Following recent Government guidelines and in consultation with The Pillo Hotel and Phil Coulter, it is with great regret that we have to announce the postponement of the upcoming Clann Ceoil Charity concert.
We understand that you have been looking forward to what would have been an amazing night. Similarly our charity partners and beneficiaries are equally disappointed.
However, we must follow Government guidelines and keep the safety of all our patrons, supporters and volunteers to the fore.
We remain in contact with Phil Coulter to identify the earliest possible date to hold the concert and we will share the date as soon as it is confirmed.
As a group we are so disappointed and would like to thank each and every one of you for your incredible patience and support thus far.
For now, we would like to wish you a Very Happy Christmas and a Healthy and Peaceful New Year.
Following recent Government guidelines and in consultation with The Pillo Hotel and Phil Coulter, it is with great regret that we have to announce the postponement of the upcoming Clann Ceoil Charity concert.
We understand that you have been looking forward to what would have been an amazing night. Similarly our charity partners and beneficiaries are equally disappointed.
However, we must follow Government guidelines and keep the safety of all our patrons, supporters and volunteers to the fore.
We remain in contact with Phil Coulter to identify the earliest possible date to hold the concert and we will share the date as soon as it is confirmed.
As a group we are so disappointed and would like to thank each and every one of you for your incredible patience and support thus far.
For now, we would like to wish you a Very Happy Christmas and a Healthy and Peaceful New Year.
Aaron, Brian and Santa Enjoying the Virtual Santa Dash
FAMILY SANTA DASH 5K - Saturday Dec 4th 2021
Thank You for your support. We are delighted to have collected €1,000 for SVP in Ashbourne and Ratoath
Ashbourne Entry wins PEACE POSTER Competition 2021/2022
" We are all Connected"
Ashbourne Lions Club entry from ETNS has won Lions Club Ireland Peace Poster Final for 2021/2022. We had a bumper local entry and a very competitive final five posters. The winner was sent forward to the national final competing with all Irish Lions Clubs. This poster will be entered in the Grand Final which will have a world wide entry. Congratulations to Ann Moore, Lions Club Ireland Peace Poster officer and Ciaran Finn the Ashbourne & District Peace Poster Officer. We offer our sincere thanks to all the children , parents and teachers who entered the competition and a big congratulations to the winning entry.
( This years theme is " We are all connected")
( This years theme is " We are all connected")
WORLD DIABETES DAY - NOVEMBER 14th
Winners of The All Ireland Lions Club of the Year 2021
PHIL COULTER CHARITY CONCERT DATE CONFIRMED FOR DECEMBER 16th 2021 @ The Pillo
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We are very excited to announce that the rescheduled Clan Ceoil Charity Concert will now take place on Thursday, December 16th 2021 , 8PM @ The Pillo Hotel, Ashbourne.
Original tickets purchased remain valid. Please note the concert is completely sold out. We have taken the decision to relocate to The Pillo Hotel with the safety and comfort of all our attendess and support volunteers in mind. Obviously we will follow all HSE recommendations and obey the rules that are in place on the date. We have sold 400 tickets which allows us ample spacing requirements in a ballroon that normally holds 650. Further details will follow nearer the time. This promises to be a very special night and a wonderful way to begin the Christmas celebrations. So mark the date in your diary, get the glad rags ready and prepare to celebrate a Christmas evening like never before. Ashbourne Lions Club expresses its deep appreciation to each and every one of you for your extreme patience and continued support. The proceeds from the concert will specifically benefit the local community after a very difficult period of time in our history. |
Recent Photo Shoot - Bohemian FC Foundation Chris Brien ( President Bohemian FC), Dawson Devoy midfielder for Bohs 2021 and Joe " Stoney " Burke from the Bohs League winning team of the 70's. Donation received from Q Kangeroo
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28 Day Walking Challenge to raise awareness of
TYPE TWO DIABETES
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It is with great sadness that we received the news of the passing of Nicky Lynch.
Nicky was great company on the Coast-to-Coast. He loved the challenge, the craic, the music in Athlone and especially the dancing. The Ashbourne and District Lions club wishes to express sincere condolences to the Lynch family.
Nicky was great company on the Coast-to-Coast. He loved the challenge, the craic, the music in Athlone and especially the dancing. The Ashbourne and District Lions club wishes to express sincere condolences to the Lynch family.
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