Explore More Achill Mountain Lamb Farm Tour & Tasting Mayo
Discover the wonders of Keel, Ireland with this unforgettable experience. Get up close with Achill Island’s sheep farming heritage and embrace an unforgettable adventure with the Calvey family, who have been tending Blackfaced Mountain Sheep for seven generations. Nestled amidst the high hills and breathtaking coastal scenery of Achill, this immersive experience allows visitors to step into the daily life of a traditional sheep farm. Learn about the Calveys’ unique farming system, try your hand at sheep shearing, and even direct the friendly working sheepdog, Tom, as you gain a hands-on understanding of this time-honoured craft. It’s a fun, educational, and active way to connect with the land, the animals, and the longstanding traditions of Achill Island. Highlights of your tour include: Seven generations of Calvey family sheep farming on Achill IslandProducing Mayo Blackface Mountain Lambs using traditional artisan methodsLearn about historic farming techniques and Blackface Mountain SheepSee and interact with the iconic long-haired, black-faced, horned shee. This tour includes: Hands on experienceLearn the history of this familiy business and farming methodsTry your hand at sheep shearingWork with Tom, the friendly working sheep dog. Get up close with Achill Island’s sheep farming heritage and embrace an unforgettable adventure with the Calvey family, who have been tending Blackfaced Mountain Sheep for seven generations. Nestled amidst the high hills and breathtaking coastal scenery of Achill, this immersive experience allows visitors to step into the daily life of a traditional sheep farm. Learn about the Calveys’ unique farm. Duration:...