The Breesy Centre

The Breesy Centre The Breesy Centre is an accommodation provider, up to 50, an activity provider and a community centr

30/04/2026

Hey everyone 👋
Just a quick one — we don’t have access to this page anymore.
If you still want to keep up with us, please follow our new page 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1E86Ckkszb/?mibextid=wwXIfr— we’ll have lots of exciting updates coming soon!
We’d really appreciate it if you could share this or invite others over too 🙌
Thanks a million for the support 💙

A huge thank you to all our incredible committee members, community volunteers, and hardworking tradesmen who have put i...
19/04/2026

A huge thank you to all our incredible committee members, community volunteers, and hardworking tradesmen who have put in so much time and effort over the past couple of weeks 👏
Thanks to your dedication, the Breesy Community Centre has proudly welcomed its first group of the year! The place is looking absolutely fantastic and ready for the season ahead.
Here’s to a great start and hopefully the beginning of many more bookings to come. We couldn’t have done it without you all.

🌟Exciting News at The Breesy Community Centre! 🌟The committee members of The Breesy Community Centre are delighted to we...
18/04/2026

🌟Exciting News at The Breesy Community Centre! 🌟
The committee members of The Breesy Community Centre are delighted to welcome our new Manager, Ciara Mc Clean.
Ciara is originally from Cashelard and holds a Bachelor of Business Degree in Hotel and Catering Management. She brings with her a wealth of experience from working in the hospitality industry across Ireland, Germany, and Australia. Ciara also worked for over 10 years with the Department of Transport Maritime in Perth.
Having first travelled to Australia in 2011, Ciara has recently relocated back home to Donegal, bringing her valuable skills and international experience with her.
We are thrilled to have Ciara join our team and look forward to the energy, expertise, and passion she will bring to the centre and the wider community.
The Committee would also like to thank all our patrons for their continued support over the years, especially South Donegal Vintage & Heritage and Macra, and we hope for your continued support into the future.
For all enquiries, hall hire, astro turf pitch and accommodation bookings, please contact Ciara on 087 005 6598 or email [email protected]
Please join us in giving Ciara a warm welcome!

04/03/2026

JOB NOTICE
Seeking to recruit a community centre manager for the Breesy Centre.

Job description as follows;

Position Title:
Community Centre Manager
Location:
The Breesy Centre, Cashelard.
Contract Type:
Permanent,
Starting as Part-Time (0.5 FTE – 20 hours per week, flexibility required, including evenings/weekends) with a view to extending this post to FT.
6-month probationary period
Salary
€40,000 per annum pro rata
Benefits
• Pension contributions
• Annual leave 26 days (pro rata)
• Flexible working arrangements by agreement
About The Breesy Centre
The Breesy Centre is a vibrant, community-led facility comprising:
• A multi-purpose community hall
• A hostel facility supporting visiting groups and residential stays
• A fully equipped kitchen
• An outdoor astro-turf sports pitch
The Centre supports a wide range of community, youth, sporting, cultural and voluntary groups and plays an important role in local social and recreational life.
Purpose of the Role
The Community Centre Manager will be responsible for the overall coordination, management, and development of The Breesy Centre. The role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, supporting community users, ensuring financial sustainability, and maintaining high standards of governance, safety, and service delivery.
Key Responsibilities

Operational Management
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the hall, hostel, kitchen, and astro pitch
• Manage bookings, scheduling, and user agreements
• Ensure facilities are maintained to a high standard
• Coordinate cleaning, maintenance, and contractors
Financial Oversight
• Manage income and expenditure in line with agreed budgets
• Prepare financial reports for the committee/boardCentre:Support fundraising initiatives and grant applications
• Ensure timely invoicing and fee collection
Governance & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation
• Maintain appropriate policies (safeguarding, child protection, data protection, etc.)
• Support the committee in governance responsibilities
• Ensure insurance and regulatory requirements are up to date
Community Engagement & Development
• Build strong relationships with user groups and stakeholders
• Promote the Centre and increase community participation
• Identify opportunities to expand services and income streams
• Support volunteer engagement
Hostel & Facilities Oversight
• Oversee booking and supervision arrangements for hostel stays
• Ensure compliance with safety and accommodation standards
• Coordinate turnaround between group bookings
Person Specification
Essential
• Experience in community development, centre management, or a similar coordination role
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Financial management experience (budgeting, reporting, invoicing)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a committee-led structure
• Good knowledge of health & safety requirements
• IT proficiency (email, booking systems, spreadsheets)
Desirable
• Experience managing community facilities or hostel accommodation
• Fundraising and grant-writing experience
• Experience working with voluntary committees
• Understanding of governance in community/voluntary organisations
Reporting To
The Management Committee / Board of The Breesy Centre
Application Process
To apply, please submit:
• A CV
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
Closing date: 12/03/2026
Interviews: TBC
Email [email protected]

25/02/2026

Following a successful meeting early this week and an election of new committee members we are seeking to hold a meeting in the breesy centre on monday the 2nd of march at 7.30pm and are inviting the community to come along to give their thoughts and suggestions on how to best utilise the centre as our local amenity going forward. Also with a view of selecting a few sub committees like an events committee etc. Please come along and share to anyone who might also be interested.

https://donegalgiving.com/a-grotto-filled-with-love-light-and-memory/
07/01/2026

https://donegalgiving.com/a-grotto-filled-with-love-light-and-memory/

In the quiet winter light of Cashelard, preparations for the Christmas Grotto began as they always do, with families and neighbours stepping out of their homes, pulling on coats and woolly hats, and gathering with that familiar Donegal mix of determination and heart. The old hall filled with the rus...

🎄 Cashelard Christmas Grotto and Craft Fair 2025 🎄A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped out, supported, donated o...
07/01/2026

🎄 Cashelard Christmas Grotto and Craft Fair 2025 🎄

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped out, supported, donated or simply came along to the Cashelard Christmas Grotto and Craft Fair at the Breesy Centre. Your kindness and community spirit made the day a real success.

We are delighted to share that a total of €1,800.60 was raised. This has been divided equally between our two chosen charities, with both donations given in loving memory of Patricia Gallagher.

Sligo Cancer Support Centre received €850.30. The centre provides vital emotional and practical support to cancer patients and their families across the North West, offering comfort, guidance and a safe place during some of the hardest times in people’s lives.

Liquid Therapy also received €850.30. Their adaptive surf therapy programmes give children and young people the chance to experience the sea in a supported and confidence‑building way.

A heartfelt thank you goes to the Donegal Mayor for taking time out of her busy schedule to support the event, and to the fire brigade who delivered Santa in unforgettable style. A special word of appreciation goes to Tom from Liquid Therapy for volunteering at the hot chocolate stand, to everyone who donated baked goods and Christmas hampers, to those who stepped in at the last minute to help, and to the entire committee who worked tirelessly behind the scenes. It truly was a magical day, made possible by every single one of you.

It was a fantastic day by all accounts, full of festive spirit, familiar faces and plenty of new ones too. We hope to see the return of the “old hands” next year, along with many more joining us for what has become a lovely community tradition.

Wishing you all a happy and healthy New Year.

Cashelard Community Committee

11/12/2025

Read our latest story from Lynda
All about The Breesy Centre this Sunday.

👉https://bit.ly/3XM56mR

Craft Fair and Santa's Grotto Come along to the Breesy Centre, Cashelard (F94 VX76) on Sunday 14 December, from 11am to 4pm. Admission is free, and Santa arrives at 2pm.

A beautiful story about why it has been planned and in memory of a very special lady 🫶

Donegal PPN Donegal Town Mayor Evelyn Mc Marketing Cllr Niamh Kennedy Independent Trish McGinley Donegal Dragons

TABLES still available for the Craft Fair get in touch to book your spot!Christmas Craft Fair & Santa’s Grotto We’re loo...
04/12/2025

TABLES still available for the Craft Fair get in touch to book your spot!

Christmas Craft Fair & Santa’s Grotto We’re looking forward to welcoming you to our annual festive fundraiser at the Breesy Centre, Cashelard (F94 VX76) on Sunday 14th December, from 11am to 4pm.
Free admission Festive fun for all the family Kids’ competitions Santa’s Grotto – Santa arrives at 2pm
It’s all in aid of Liquid Therapy and the Cancer Support Centre Sligo, two brilliant local charities. Come along for a browse through the stalls, a visit to the grotto, and a bit of craic while supporting a great cause.
Hope to see you there
For enquiries, contact Lynda on 086 8456987. Please share this post and spread the word thanks!

🎄 Christmas Craft Fair & Santa’s Grotto 🎅 We’re looking forward to welcoming you to our annual festive fundraiser at the...
26/11/2025

🎄 Christmas Craft Fair & Santa’s Grotto 🎅 We’re looking forward to welcoming you to our annual festive fundraiser at the Breesy Centre, Cashelard (F94 VX76) on Sunday 14th December, from 11am to 4pm.

✨ Free admission ✨ Festive fun for all the family ✨ Kids’ competitions ✨ Santa’s Grotto – Santa arrives at 2pm 🎅🌲

It’s all in aid of Liquid Therapy and the Cancer Support Centre Sligo, two brilliant local charities. Come along for a browse through the stalls, a visit to the grotto, and a bit of craic while supporting a great cause.

Hope to see you there ❤️

For enquiries, contact Lynda on 086 8456987.

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Cashelard
Ballyshannon
F94VX76

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