1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
English
Included
Seven generations of Calvey family sheep farming on Achill Island
Producing Mayo Blackface Mountain Lambs using traditional artisan methods
Learn about historic farming techniques and Blackface Mountain Sheep
See and interact with the iconic long-haired, black-faced, horned shee
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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.
As part of the visit, enjoy a hearty lunch featuring Traditional Irish Stew, made with Achill Mountain Lamb and seasonal vegetables grown on the island. Slow-cooked to perfection, the stew is served with homemade brown soda bread and creamy Irish butter, offering a rich and comforting taste of Ireland’s culinary heritage. Relish your meal in the welcoming surroundings of the farm, where every ingredient has been reared and grown with care, connecting you directly to the people, place, and passion behind every bite. This experience is a true celebration of Achill’s farming culture, landscape, and gastronomy.
Hands on experience
Learn the history of this familiy business and farming methods
Try your hand at sheep shearing
Work with Tom, the friendly working sheep dog
Traditional Irish Stew
Prepared with Achill Lamb and seasonal vegetables
Gratuities
Appropriate footwear and raingear
Weather-appropriate clothing
Camera
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your Experience
All children must be accompanied by an adult
Keep your personal essentials
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