New sensory park in Mayo town nears official opening date

Balla CRD and Balla Tidy Towns have announced that the official opening of the new sensory biodiversity park will take place on the last day of August.

Minister of State Alan Dillon will officially open the park in the Fairgreen, Balla, on Saturday, August 31, at 3 p.m., and all in the community are welcome to attend.

The new park is a space designed to provide a multi-sensory experience for individuals of all abilities. It aims to create an inclusive and therapeutic environment where visitors can engage their senses through a variety of features, including fragrant plants, textured pathways and interactive elements.

The park is designed to be accessible to all members of the community, offering a peaceful retreat and a place for learning and personal growth.

Saturday's event will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony, a guided tour of the park, and speeches from esteemed guests. Refreshments will be provided afterwards in the community resource centre, and attendees will have the opportunity to meet with members of the community who have contributed to and will benefit from this project.

“We are thrilled to open this sensory park, which represents our commitment to creating inclusive and engaging spaces for everyone in our community,” said Ger Durkan from the Balla Sensory Park Committee.

“We believe this park will be a valuable resource for relaxation, education and personal enrichment.”

The park has been made possible through the generous support of a number of sponsors and the hard work of dedicated volunteers. Everyone is invited to the opening and experience the unique benefits of the sensory park.