Author: Adam Calihman

Carlow CoCo Gardens and Allotments POlicy release

Community Gardens Ireland Celebrates a National First: Carlow County Council Launches Dedicated Policy and Handbook

Community Gardens Ireland is proud to mark a landmark achievement for the movement. In May 2025, Carlow County Council became the first local authority in the Republic of Ireland to officially launch a dedicated Community Garden & Allotment Policy, accompanied by a practical Handbook for community groups. This pioneering framework affirms the value of community […]

Deputy Lord Mayor of Galway City joins Community Gardens Ireland at Ballybane Community Resource Centre to officially launch National Allotments and Community Gardens Week 2025

Deputy Lord Mayor Cllr Alan Cheevers joined community growing representatives from across the island of Ireland, as well as the Community Gardens Ireland (CGI) committee at Ballybane Community Resource Centre on Sunday12th October 2025, to officially launch the third ever National Allotments and Community Gardens Week. Over 50 gardening enthusiasts from all over Ireland attended […]

CGI 2025 Autumn Gathering Galway

CGI Autumn Gathering 2025!

Join us for our Autumn Gathering and the exciting Launch of National Allotments & Community Gardens Week event in Galway City! Get ready to explore the world of gardening, community, and sustainability with like-minded individuals. This in-person event promises to be a day filled with fun activities, informative discussions, and networking opportunities. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just […]

CGI 2025 Autumn Gathering Galway

National Community Gardens and Allotments Week 2025

We are excited to announce that the third national Community Gardens and Allotments Week will be taking place in Ireland from 11th – 18th October 2025! We are running this event to raise awareness of allotments and community gardens, to highlight how important they are and to detail the huge benefits of community gardening for communities, individuals, biodiversity […]