Church Fields Linear Park Officially Opens – A New Green Heart for Dublin 15
A vibrant new chapter begins for the communities of Ladyswell, Wellview, and Church Fields as Church Fields Linear Park officially opens, bringing with it a transformative green space designed to enhance quality of life, promote sustainability, and foster community connection.
A vibrant new chapter begins for the communities of Ladyswell, Wellview, and Church Fields as Church Fields Linear Park officially opens, bringing with it a transformative green space designed to enhance quality of life, promote sustainability, and foster community connection.
The park was formally opened on 4 July 2025 by Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Tom O’Leary, alongside Minister for Public Expenditure, Jack Chambers T.D., and Fingal County Council Chief Executive, AnnMarie Farrelly. The event was attended by local councillors, community leaders, and project partners including GEM Construction, marking a proud milestone in the delivery of Fingal’s ambitious development plans.
Stretching across a vast area, the new Linear Park and adjacent Wellview Park feature:
- Hundreds of newly planted trees
- 1,000 square metres of native hedging
- 30,000 square metres of amenity grassland
- Dedicated play areas for toddlers and teens, including an accessible sensory play zone
- Modern public lighting, signage, street furniture, and safe pedestrian access points
With a total investment of €6.2 million, the park is a flagship example of how public infrastructure can uplift communities and create inclusive, accessible spaces for all.
“It is a real pleasure to officially open the new linear park at Church Fields.” said Mayor of Fingal Cllr Tom O’Leary. “This park is more than just a green space—it’s a symbol of the kind of community we’re building here in Mulhuddart and across Fingal.
As Mayor, I’m committed to ensuring that new developments are matched with the infrastructure and amenities that help families thrive. This park delivers on that promise, offering a safe, vibrant, and sustainable space for children to play, neighbours to meet, and residents to enjoy nature right on their doorstep.
Church Fields is one of the most ambitious affordable housing initiatives in the country, and this park is a key part of making it a true community. With new walking and cycling routes, biodiversity-focused planting, and inclusive play areas, it reflects Fingal's steadfast commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and quality of life.
I'm looking forward to seeing this space come alive over the summer months as families settle in and make it their own.”
The park is a cornerstone of the Church Fields Master Plan, which aims to deliver affordable housing alongside essential infrastructure. The area is already home to one of Ireland’s first cycle-friendly roundabouts, and a new cycle route is underway to connect local schools and improve safety for students walking or cycling.
AnnMarie Farrelly, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council said: “I am very proud to mark the official opening of the new linear park at Church Fields—an important milestone in one of the most ambitious and transformative housing projects in the country. This park reflects what we strive for in Fingal: fostering communities as well as building homes. It has been designed with care and purpose—to support active lifestyles, promote biodiversity, and provide a welcoming space for families and residents of all ages.
As an important part of the Church Fields Master Plan, the linear park is a clear example of how we are delivering on our commitment to sustainable, inclusive development at scale, alongside essential community infrastructure—we are building a future that meets the needs of our growing population. I want to thank our staff, elected members, and design teams for their dedication to this project. Their work ensures that Fingal remains a vibrant, well-managed, and forward-looking county—one that embraces innovation, values community, and plans confidently for the future.”
Commenting on the Park Kevin Halpenny, Senior Parks and Landscape Officer Fingal County Council said:
"The newly opened Church Fields Park represents an excellent example of multi-functional Green Infrastructure whereby the open space delivers a wide range of benefits including active and passive recreation, a state-of-the-art play trail and teen space alongside surface water/drainage management, active travel links and biodiversity enhancements"
Church Fields is one of the largest affordable housing projects in Ireland, with over 500 new homes currently under construction, including social, cost rental, and affordable homes for sale. These are being delivered through a partnership between Fingal County Council and GEM Construction, supported by SHIP and AHF funding.
Minister Jack Chambers added: “The official opening of the new linear park at Church Fields marks a significant step forward in how we plan and deliver for communities and is a tangible example of how public investment can transform neighbourhoods and enhance quality of life for new and existing communities.
This park is a key part of a broader vision—Dublin West is among the youngest, and most diverse communities in Ireland, where new housing is matched with the infrastructure and amenities to help communities thrive and grow. These are communities where people from all backgrounds and traditions, including children in their very youngest years, can come together and I congratulate all those involved in delivering this important project.”
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