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Social farming open day event at Achadh an Iúir

Name: Social farming open day event at Achadh an Iúir
Start: 2026-10-05
End: 2026-10-05
Location: Virginia

A social farming open day event is scheduled for Achadh an Iúir stud farm in Virginia, Co. Cavan, Ireland, on Monday, October 5, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event, hosted by Philip and Kerri Morgan, invites participants to engage in various farm activities.

Date: Oct 5, 2026
Location: Virginia
Status: Upcoming

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Social farming open day event at Achadh an Iúir

Event summary

Highlights

Participate in various farm activities like feeding, cleaning, and gardening.
Visit a stud farm focused on Connemara ponies.
Learn about social farming initiatives.

This open day is part of Social Farming Awareness Week, aiming to highlight social farming as a viable option for both individuals needing support and farmers. Achadh an Iúir is primarily a stud farm focused on Connemara ponies, where horses are trained for riding and jumping competitions.

Attendees can get involved in a range of activities including feeding, cleaning, general husbandry, grassland management, fencing, forestry work, gardening, and stonework. Helen Doherty of Social Farming Ireland emphasizes the importance of raising awareness for social farming and encourages everyone to attend.

Practical details

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.