BACK ALLEY COMMUNITY PROJECT

During the 1960s, approximately 20 resident-owners on Main Street donated their small plots of land for the benefit of the local community. It was intended that this land would particularly benefit the young people of Carnew. The area, located just off Main Street, became known as the Back Alley. However, the community still does not have a clear title deed for this parcel of land.

In 2014, Carnew Training and Consultancy became involved and agreed to take the land into community ownership.   This would secure it as a valuable amenity for the town, its people and future generations. We have continued to work towards resolving the title issue.  Although our efforts have not yet secured a clear title, we remain committed to pursuing the matter until it is resolved.

Securing a clear title would allow us to fully develop the land and access grant funding for further community projects. One example is the playground, which we developed with funding from Wicklow County Council and through ongoing local fundraising. The playground has become a much-loved community facility, attracting hundreds of young people.  The soccer pitch is also well used by Carnew FC, a thriving local soccer club.