Paddy Joe mows the grass in 'one of the greatest stadiums in the world'
Paddy Joe Burke mowing the grass at the Hyde. Pic: Liam Reynolds
Famous Roscommon supporter Paddy Joe Burke has mowed the grass in what he describes as "one of the greatest stadiums in the world”, namely the home of Roscommon GAA, King & Moffatt Dr Hyde Park.
Paddy Joe said he was privileged to be at the Hyde on Thursday to cut the grass as he thought of all the Rossies at home and around the world.
He was among those who attended the Hyde Park launch of a GAA and Age Friendly Ireland partnership, focused on creating more accessible and welcoming stadiums, clubs and match-day experiences for older people and individuals with disabilities.
As part of this initiative, King and Moffatt Dr Hyde Park is proud to be one of the county grounds across all four provinces selected to participate in an accessibility improvement programme.
The walkability initiative aims to identify opportunities to enhance accessibility, safety and comfort for people of all ages using the stadium.
An Age Friendly Walkability Audit, which took place at the grounds on Thursday, was attended by representatives from Roscommon’s Older People’s Council, the Sacred Heart Nursing Home in Roscommon, along with members of the public of varying ages and abilities.
Paddy Joe is Roscommon’s Age Friendly ambassador.
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