Seven Goal miles in Meath over festive period

Seven GOAL Miles events are taking place across the county this Christmas and New Year period. The Miles offer people an opportunity to exercise, have fun and help raise money and awareness for some of GOAL’s most vital programmes in the developing world.
Now in its 36th year, the GOAL Miles regularly attract tens of thousands of participants each year. People run, jog or walk a Mile in villages, towns and cities the length and breadth of Ireland.
More than 130 Miles will be held across the country over the festive period, confirming the ever-growing popularity of the event. 

Graham Hyland, chairman of Cilles Athletic Club, which is involved in the Mile at St Colmcille’s GAA Grounds in Bettystown, said: “I want to encourage everyone in the region to come out and join in the GOAL Mile fun over Christmas.  Whether you are young or old, and no matter your level of fitness, it’s a great way to get some exercise over the festive season and help raise some money for GOAL’s programmes overseas. You can run, jog or walk the Mile – the choice is up to you. There is no need to register, just turn up on the day and donate what you can.”

Miles will be held at seven locations across Meath this year: at Athboy on Christmas Day at 10.15am; at St Colmcille’s GAA Grounds, Bettystown on Christmas Day at 11am; at Gael Colmcille GAA Grounds, Kells on Christmas Day from 11am-12pm; at Kiltale GAA Club, Kiltale on Christmas Day from 11am-12pm; at Rathcore on Christmas Day from 12-1pm; at Claremont Athletic Club Stadium, Navan on Christmas Day from 10-11.30am; and at St. Patricks GAA Grounds, Stamullen, on St Stephen’s Day at 11am.

To find a GOAL Mile near you, please visit www.goalglobal.org.