Kildare branch of Down Syndrome Ireland

03/09/2026

Today is the day 🏃‍♂️alot of preparation and training has gone into this weekend. Wishing Stephen Noctor (Rebecca's Uncle) the very best of luck on his Ultra Marathon in Kerry today and Saturday.
Please show your support 🙌 all donations gladly welcomed - see link ⬇️
All funds raised will help support our Kildare/West Wicklow members.
Safe Journey Stephen 👟 ⭐️
https://gofund.me/8ec940b1e


An Garrai Beag

02/09/2026

**A few tickets left for the INCLUDE-ID Symposium this Friday.
Third Level education - A Right to Learn, A Right to Belong

Some of our members are sharing their experiences of College.

The INCLUDE-ID Symposium: A Right to Learn, A Right to Belong

Date: 4 sept • 10:15

Celebrating third level programmes for people with intellectual disabilities, educational rights and belonging.

29/08/2026

31/07/2026

🌟 Kildare Down Syndrome Ireland participants and parents have been enjoying exploring the Barrow Blueway on land and water!

Participants travelled from the north of the county to try out all the inclusive activities at the Barrow Blueway Inclusive Hub in Athy, as well as a walk around the town before taking to the river Barrow on Cliff’s fully accessible boat!

Thanks to all who took part, families, volunteers, and supporters.

Kildare branch of Down Syndrome Ireland Active Disability Ireland BoatTrips.ie Paddleworks.ie Sport Ireland Dilly Dally Coffee

31/07/2026

What a great Summer we've had on the Barrow Blueway BikeHire Coffee its not over yet!!! Our Fantastic Fridays 🥰 We've enjoyed Kayaking, Assessible Bikes rides, Fit sticks and a lovely boat trip.
Huge thanks to Majella, Matt, Lee and Pat from Kildare Sports Partnership and Cliff from BoatTrips.ie - Athy Boat Tours
We have met and enjoyed the company of such lovely fun people. We would 💯 recommend.

10/07/2026

🚲 Learn To Cycle is back! This cycling course for children and teenagers with additional needs will be taking place in Kilcock Community Centre.

ℹ️ This five week programme begins on Tuesday 14 July and costs €25. The course is aligned to Cycle Right, the National Standard for Cycle Training in Ireland, and is delivered by a qualified trainer.

❗ Register on Payzone - https://platform.payzone.ie/customer/11337/product-list

For more information, contact Majella Fennelly at [email protected].

Maynooth Access Group Our Kilcock Kildare Autism Network AutismActivities.ie

03/07/2026

⚽ REMINDER!

These upcoming Inclusive Cúl Camps for children with additional needs aged 5 - 14 still have some spots available!

These camps take place over two days and registration cost is €25. To book a place, visit our Payzone page here: https://platform.payzone.ie/customer/11337/product-list

Maynooth Access Group Naas Ball Kildare Autism Network Newbridge Disability Access Group Kildare GAA Kildare LGFA

02/07/2026

We had a fantastic sunny morning on the Barrow Blueway BikeHire Coffee last week when some of our members tried their hand at Kayaking 🛶 under the wonderful instruction of Matt & Majella through Kildare Sports Partnership. The Barrow Blueway also have assessible bikes to try out, these must be booked in advance. There is also a lovely Coffee Shop on site with home baked goods including gluten free options.

If your teen or adult member would like to try kayaking we will try to get some groups together. Please contact Gráinne on [email protected]
For more information on kayaking and bike hire please contact Majella on [email protected]