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, 11.37 km from its closest neighbour.

Armagh

Davitt's GAA (Ballyhegan Park) — 6 km from its closest neighbour.

Carlow

St. Mullin's GAA (Páirc Drummond) — 8.89 km from its closest neighbour.

Cavan

Shannon Gaels — Located in Blacklion, 15.15 km from its closest neighbour.

Clare

Whitegate GAA — 10.39 km from its closest neighbour.

Cork

Goleen GAA — Located on the Mizen Peninsula, 16.42 km from its closest neighbour.

Derry

Eoghan Rua GAA (Páirc Eoghain Rua) — 13.94 km from its closest neighbour.

Donegal

Pettigo GAA (Páirc na Scoile) — 17.99 km from its closest neighbour.

Down

St. Michael's GAA — Located in Magheralin, 9.58 km from its closest neighbour.

Dublin

O'Dwyers GAA — Located in Balbriggan, 6.98 km from its closest neighbour.

Fermanagh

Derrygonnelly Harps (Canon Tom Maguire Park) — 14.09 km from its closest neighbour.

Galway

Inis Bofin (Fawnmore) — 17.21 km from its closest neighbour.

Kerry

Sneem GAA — 12.71 km from its closest neighbour.

Kildare

Castledermot GAA — 9.62 km from its closest neighbour.

Kilkenny

Piltown GAA — 8.79 km from its closest neighbour.

Laois

Clonaslee/St Manmans — 7.48 km from its closest neighbour.

Leitrim

Melvin Gaels GAA — 14.84 km from its closest neighbour.

Limerick

Galtee Gaels — 12.21 km from its closest neighbour.

Longford

Cashel GAA (Páirc Chiarán) — 8.86 km from its closest neighbour.

Louth

Cuchulainn Gaels — 9.10 km from its closest neighbour.

Mayo

Inisturk GAA — One of the most scenic pitches in Ireland, on the island of Inisturk, 15.04 km from its closest neighbour.

Meath

Ballinabrackey GAA — 8.29 km from its closest neighbour.

Monaghan

Scotstown GAA (Páirc Muire) — Located in north Monaghan, 6.99 km from its closest neighbour.

Offaly

Killavilla GAA — 7.31 km from its closest neighbour.

Roscommon

Éire Óg GAA (James Timothy Park) — 10.39 km from its closest neighbour.

Sligo

Geevagh GAA — 10.57 km from its closest neighbour.

Tipperary

Lorrha and Dorrha (St Ruadhan's Park) — 12.47 km from its closest neighbour.

Tyrone

O'Neill's GAA — Located in Aghaloo, 9.66 km from its closest neighbour.

Waterford

Gaultier GAA — 8.18 km from its closest neighbour.

Westmeath

Tubberclair GAA — 6.69 km from its closest neighbour.

Wexford

St. Mogue's GAA, Fethard on Sea — 8.79 km from its closest neighbour.

Wicklow

An Tochar GAA — 7.64 km 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.