Most Remote GAA Pitches in Ireland
Ireland is home to a rich tradition of Gaelic games, and GAA clubs are found in every corner of the country. From bustling cities to remote rural areas, you'll find a pitch where the local community gathers to play and watch their favourite sports. But have you ever wondered which pitches are the most isolated in each county?
Here's a look at the most remote pitches, where the love for the game thrives against the backdrop of some of Ireland's most stunning landscapes:
Antrim
All Saints GAA (Slemish Park)
Located in Ballymena, the pitch of All Saints GAA, Slemish Park is 11.37 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Armagh
Davitt's GAA (Ballyhegan Park)
Located in Armagh, the pitch of Davitt's GAA, Ballyhegan Park is 6 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Carlow
St. Mullin's GAA (Páirc Drummond)
Located in Carlow, the pitch of St. Mullin's GAA is 8.89 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Cavan
Shannon Gaels
Located in Blacklion, the pitch of Shannon Gaels is 15.15 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Clare
Whitegate GAA
The pitch of Whitegate GAA is 10.39 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Cork
Goleen GAA
Located in the Mizen peninsula, the pitch of Goleen GAA is 16.42 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Derry
Eoghan Rua GAA (Páirc Eoghain Rua)
Located in Derry, Pairc Eoghan Rua is 13.94 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Donegal
Pettigo GAA (Páirc na Scoile)
Located in Donegal, the pitch of Pettigo GAA is 17.99 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Down
St. Michael's GAA
Located in Magheralin, the pitch of St. Michael's GAA is 9.58 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Dublin
O'Dwyers GAA
Located in Balbriggan, the pitch of O'Dwyers GAA is 6.98 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Fermanagh
Derrygonnelly Harps (Canon Tom Maguire Park)
Located in Fermanagh, the pitch of Derrygonnelly Harps Canon Tom Maguire Park is 14.09 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Galway
Inis Bofin (Fawnmore)
Located in Galway, the pitch of Inis Bofin is 17.21 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Kerry
Sneem GAA
Located in Kerry, the pitch of Sneem is 12.71 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Kildare
Castledermot GAA
Located in Kildare, the pitch of Castledermot is 9.62 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Kilkenny
Piltown GAA
Located in Kilkenny, the pitch of Piltown is 8.79 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Laois
Clonaslee/St Manmans
Located in Laois, the pitch of Clonaslee/St Manmans is 7.48 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Leitrim
Melvin Gaels GAA
Located in Leitrim, the pitch of Melvin Gaels GAA is 14.84 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Limerick
Galtee Gaels
Located in Limerick, the pitch of Galtee Gaels is 12.21 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Longford
Cashel GAA (Páirc Chiarán)
Located in Longford, the pitch of Cashel is 8.86 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Louth
Cuchulainn Gaels
Located in Louth, the pitch of Cuchulainn Gaels is 9.10 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Mayo
Inisturk GAA
One of the most scenic pitches in Ireland, the GAA pitch on the island of Inisturk is 15.04 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Meath
Ballinabrackey GAA
Located in Meath, the pitch of Ballinabrackey GAA is 8.29 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Monaghan
Scotstown GAA (Páirc Muire)
Located in Scotstown in north Monaghan, Pairc Muire is 6.99 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Offaly
Killavilla GAA
Located in Offaly, the pitch of Killavilla is 7.31 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Roscommon
Éire Óg GAA (James Timothy Park)
Located in Roscommon, the pitch of Éire Óg GAA is 10.39 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Sligo
Geevagh GAA
Located in Sligo, the pitch of Geevagh GAA is 10.57 kilometres away from its closest neighbour. You can find its location on the map here.
Tipperary
Lorrha and Dorrha (St Ruadhan's Park)
Located in Tipperary, the pitch of Lorrha and Dorrha is 12.47 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Tyrone
O'Neill's GAA
Located in Aghaloo, the pitch of O'Neill's GAA is 9.66 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Waterford
Gaultier GAA
Located in Waterford, the pitch of Gaultier is 8.18 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Westmeath
Tubberclair GAA
Located in Westmeath, the pitch of Tubberclair is 6.69 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Wexford
St. Mogue's GAA, Fethard on Sea
Located in Wexford, the pitch of St. Mogue's GAA is 8.79 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
Wicklow
An Tochar GAA
Located in Wicklow, the pitch of An Tochar GAA is 7.64 kilometres away from its closest neighbour.
From the bustling heart of Dublin to the remote corners of Kerry, these pitches represent the diverse and vibrant spirit of Gaelic games in Ireland. Whether you're a player, a fan, or just a curious traveller, consider visiting one of these unique locations to experience the passion and community that make the GAA a cherished part of Irish culture.
You can find the location of any of these pitches on the map here.