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Sustainable Farming Not Mining
People from Leitrim and across the country are asking the Minister not to grant a license to a mining company with the accompanying risks which that prevails for sustainable agriculture, health of communities and tourism.
If you go down to the Woods today...
We are delighted and excited to have started the first phase of our woodland redevelopment plan for 2022.
What's new in the Shop
The onsite shop continues to be a busy spot for customers, visitors, families and people seeking a quiet spot for a mooch or a place to relax.
Organic Centre's Organic Horticulture Course taking applications
The Organic Centre's Year Long Course in Organic Horticulture is now taking applications till end of January 2022. Hear all about it here from tutor Steve Hoey.
The Organic Centre
Where all the magic happens, Eco shop, Cafe, students included.
Robin's Garden
Outdoor beds for all sorts of growing. The Community Gardeners use this space weekly.
Willow Sculptures
This lovely little section is always changing. Willow is perfect for making hedges, domes and even mazes
Senses Garden
A trip for the senses, see, smell, touch, hear and taste! close your mind experience nature in everyway possible.
Kitchen Garden
Outdoor beds for plenty of Vegetable and Herb growing, used by the cafe at the centre to bring the garden to your plate.
Meadows
Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the meadows and peace garden.
Peace Garden
Need a place to escape the hussle and bussle of the real world....
Wetland System
A way for the plants and veg to get the nutrients they need without being disturbed by Humans.
The Orchard
Fruit trees as far as the eye can see. Perfect for picking, eating and drinking.
Tool Shed
Everything Tools...
Packing Shed
Where all the packing of produce takes place for sales in the shop and around Leitrim.
Willow Forest
Willow.. willow everywhere, lets make some baskets.
Customer Parking
Plenty of space for plenty of visitors, come see us today.

An Organic Experience

The Heart of Leitrim

Our 19 acre site in North Leitrim on the
banks of Lough Melvin where the land meets
the water.  An area of stunning natural
beauty, activities for all the family,
quiet roads, cosy bars and
great organic food. 
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Workshops

Sat, 29.01.22
Wool Craft Weekend
Learn the ancient craft of processing raw fleece.
Sat, 05.02.22
Willow Craft
The myth and lore of willow and Brigid are interwoven into the practical craft of basket making...
Sat, 12.02.22
Organic Gardening for Everyone
Learn how to plan and prepare your plot considering the 5 S’s: Sun, soil, shelter, seeds and manure. 
Sun, 13.02.22
Willow Sculpture Fedges & Domes
Learn all about how to use our native willow to make a variety of low cost structures, from a living play area for children with willow domes to a fedge (fence/hedge) and a seating alcove and sculptures. 
Sat, 19.02.22
The Zen of Drawing
In this workshop we will explore the simple art of drawing plants in a meditative environment.
Sun, 20.02.22
Soul Plan
We are all spiritual beings in physical form incarnate on earth. Prior to this we were, at source pure Love energy. 
Sun, 20.02.22
Garden Preperation
For first-time or life-long gardeners, this is a practical, hands-on course on how to prepare your garden for the coming season.
Sat, 26.02.22
Grafting Workshop
Learn how to propagate your own fruit trees and greatly reduce the costs of creating your own orchard or starting a nursery.
Sat, 26.02.22
Renewable Energy
In the course we will look at various forms of renewable energy which can be applied on a small scale
Sun, 27.02.22
Plan a Year's Harvest
If you want to harvest vegetables all year round, you need a specific and detailed sow / plant / harvest / store plan and this is exactly what Ingrid will teach you. 
Sun, 27.02.22
Rainwater Harvesting
Rain water harvesting without using pumps in order to supply water for toilet flushing, clothes washing machines and gardening.
Sat, 05.03.22
Growing for Resturants
Most reputable restaurants now have their own kitchen garden, providing chefs with the ultimate fresh produce. 
Sat, 05.03.22
Fruit Growing Workshop
Phil will teach you how to do the right things at the right time.
Sat, 12.03.22
Spring in the Tunnel
This workshop will cover crop rotation, composting, sowing and planting, tips, pest and disease.
Sun, 13.03.22
Garden Construction
Join the Organic Centre Team to learn about constructing raised beds, fences, wooden planters, bug hotels, benches, arbors etc. 
Sat, 19.03.22
Renewable Energy & Climate Change
Different systems will be introduced and discussed & guidelines for appropriate systems given. 
Sat, 19.03.22
4 Part Biodiversity Workshop
This is a Four part course running throughout the year.
Sat, 19.03.22
Willow Craft
Learn all about the myth and lore of Easter, Ostara and willow...
Sun, 20.03.22
Divining the Landscape
Discover subtle influences at work in the landscape, through Earth energy Divining techniques (also known as Dowsing). 
Sat, 26.03.22
Quieting the Mind
A day of simple mindfulness of breath, body awareness and compassion meditations in the garden and centre. Reconnect with yourself to boost health, inspiration and clarity.
Sat, 26.03.22
Willow Basket Weaving Masterclass Weekend
You will make your own basket to take home! 
Sun, 27.03.22
Herbal Balms
In this workshop you will learn the difference between balms, ointments, salves and lotions. 
Sun, 27.03.22
Bees Beautiful Bees
Sat, 02.04.22
Children's Art Workshop - Safety Nests
For children aged 5-7 and 8-10. 
Sun, 03.04.22
Organic for Life
What are the benefits to choosing Organic products and how do these differ to conventional alternatives?
Sat, 09.04.22
Therapeutic Horticulture
This two-day course will investigate the myriad ways that a Nature-based intervention like social and therapeutic horticulture can benefit people. 
Sat, 09.04.22
Make a Garden Anywhere
Urban gardening has very much come to the fore and Ingrid will teach you how to utilise even the smallest space to produce salads, herbs, potatoes, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, carrots and more
Sun, 10.04.22
Veganic Growing
This course will look at aspects of a vegan diet and lifestyle, from ethics to health. 
Sat, 16.04.22
Rats! It's Pest Control
Learn how to deal with problems from slugs to wire worms, from blight to other fungal diseases. Get advice and help on how to prevent problems. 
Sat, 16.04.22
Wool Craft Weekend
Learn the ancient craft of processing raw fleece.
Sat, 23.04.22
Dry Stone Wall Building Masterclass Weekend
After being introduced to principles and techniques in the classroom, participants will build a dry stone wall from foundation level to the finished capping stage. 
Sat, 23.04.22
Biodiversity Day
The course will examine all aspects of Biodiversity; what is it? why we need it? and what it does for the planet/climate change. 
Sun, 24.04.22
Cheese Making Workshop
Spend the day learning the art of cheese making from Silke who has been making goat, cow and sheep milk cheeses for yonks. 
Sat, 30.04.22
Intro to Jewellery Making
Designed for those of you who have never made jewellery before but always wanted to give it a try.
Sat, 30.04.22
Wild about Herbs
Let’s open our eyes to the magical world of the wild and cultivated herbs growing all around us. 
Sun, 01.05.22
Summer in the Tunnel
A tunnel based, practical session focusing on: maintenance, plant care, ventilation, feeding and watering, preventing and dealing with pests and diseases.
Sun, 01.05.22
Love your Soil
Having an intimate understanding of your soil and how it behaves is vital to growing healthy crops of fruit and vegetables. 
Sun, 01.05.22
Beltaine Fire Ceremony & Foraging Baskets
Celebrate Beltaine, it’s myth and lore and deepen your connection to the land, seasons, festivals, through shared stories, celebration and the ancestral craft of basket making, Interwoven with myth and lore of willow and our connection to it. 
Sat, 07.05.22
Dry Stone Wall Building Masterclass Weekend
Learn about traditional dry stone methods of building garden features such as garden seats or raised beds. 
Sun, 08.05.22
Tapping to Happiness
In this workshop you will learn about EFT and how to use it as your own self help tool for a whole host of issues. 
Sat, 14.05.22
Woodland Management Workshop
Spend a day in our Native Woodland with Local Tree Surgeon Thomas Maguire and learn how to identify trees and about their many uses. 
Sat, 14.05.22
Therapeutic Horticulture
This two-day course will investigate the myriad ways that a Nature-based intervention like social and therapeutic horticulture can benefit people. 
Sun, 15.05.22
Garden Construction
Part of our Reuse, Recycle, Repair series of workshops. 
Sat, 21.05.22
Biodiversity Walk 'n' Talk
The day will be packed full of information about biodiversity in all its glory, and you will learn how to create and promote biodiversity in your life & garden and/ or woodland. 
Sat, 28.05.22
Herbal Remedies for Colds & Flus
This talk and workshop will cover remedies found in most kitchens, and other useful plants to support and protect ourselves from the common cold and flu viruses.
Sat, 04.06.22
The Living Architecture Experience. - Design
The part 1 of this 2 part workshop will focus on design - turning ideas into reality, while part 2 will concentrate on construction. 
Sun, 05.06.22
Painting Workshop
Suitable for both seasoned artists and complete beginners, all may benefit from the inspiring locations within the grounds of The Organic Centre. 
Sun, 05.06.22
Domestic Wastewater
Using vertical and horizontal flow reed beds to treat domestic wastewater and also to treat separated grey water for recycling for toilet flushing.
Sat, 11.06.22
Botany of North Leitrim
This one-day course is packed full of nature and will give you an insight to what makes North Leitrim such a special place. 
Sun, 12.06.22
Veganic Growing
Ever wondered why someone would adopt a vegan lifestyle or what veganic growing is all about? 
Sun, 12.06.22
Cob Building
Cob building uses hands and feet to form lumps of earth mixed with sand and straw. Cob is easy to learn and inexpensive to build. 
Sat, 18.06.22
Your Organic Larder
Knowing how to grow plants from a range of different methods is a great way to increase the number of plants in your garden cheaply. 
Sun, 19.06.22
Weed Control
Weeds are a fascinating topic and are also the excuse for a lot of environmental damage done through spraying of chemicals. 
Sat, 25.06.22
Drawing Workshop
Suitable for both seasoned artists and complete beginners, all may benefit from the inspiring locations within the grounds of The Organic Centre. 
Sat, 25.06.22
Herbal Teas & Macerated Oils
From growing your own herbs to tasting teas...
Sun, 26.06.22
Botanical Journaling
The best way to learn about herbal medicine is to allow the herbs to guide and teach us! 
Sun, 26.06.22
Litha Celebration
Celebration of Litha/Midsummer where you can explore the myth and lore of this ancient festival. 
Sun, 26.06.22
Cheese Making Workshop
Spend the day learning the art of cheese making from Silke who has been making goat, cow and sheep milk cheeses for yonks. 
Sat, 02.07.22
Plan your Summer Garden
Learn how to keep your garden in good shape throughout the summer and reap the benefits of your earlier sowings. 
Sun, 03.07.22
Realign with Mother Earth
A day of simple nature-based spiritual practices to focus and clarify the mind, awaken wisdom and cultivate compassion for all species.
Sat, 09.07.22
Herbal Balms
In this workshop you will learn the difference between balms, ointments, salves and lotions. 
Sat, 09.07.22
Willow Basket Weaving Masterclass Weekend
 Tom will teach you how to master the technique and weave your first basket for breads, shopping or general use, with or without handle. 
Sun, 10.07.22
Grow your Kids
Learners will get stuck into making paper pots, sowing seeds, transplanting seedlings and helping with activities around the farm such as watering and weeding. 
Sat, 16.07.22
Dry Stone Wall Building Masterclass Weekend
Learn about traditional dry stone methods of building garden features such as garden seats or raised beds.
Sat, 23.07.22
Mid-Summer Workshop
Knowing how to grow plants from a range of different methods is a great way to increase the number of plants in your garden cheaply. 
Sun, 24.07.22
Grow your Teens
From sowing seeds to transplanting seedlings and caring for a plant’s needs. 
Sun, 24.07.22
Cheese Making Workshop
Spend the day learning the art of cheese making from Silke who has been making goat, cow and sheep milk cheeses for yonks.
Sat, 30.07.22
The Living Architecture Experience. - Construction
This two day workshop will get you started on your Eco build journey.
Sun, 31.07.22
Intro to Jewellery Making
Designed for those of you who have never made jewellery before but always wanted to give it a try. 
Sat, 06.08.22
What the Eyes Reveal
Iridology is fascinating!
Sun, 07.08.22
Natural Korean Farming
Korean natural farming is a self-sufficient farming system that involves the culturing of indigenous micro-organisms...
Sat, 13.08.22
Cob Building
Cob building uses hands and feet to form lumps of earth mixed with sand and straw.
Sun, 14.08.22
Wild Mushroom Foraging
Wild mushrooms are a treasure hidden in our woods and forests, so why not pick a few for your dinner table. 
Sat, 20.08.22
Willow Craft
Myth and lore of willow interwoven into ancestral craft of willow making.
Sat, 27.08.22
Soul Plan
We are all spiritual beings in physical form incarnate on earth.
Sun, 28.08.22
Wild Mushroom Foraging
Wild mushrooms are a treasure hidden in our woods and forests, so why not pick a few for your dinner table.
Sat, 03.09.22
Natural Korean Farming
Korean natural farming is a self-sufficient farming system that involves the culturing of indigenous micro-organisms (IMO)
Sat, 03.09.22
Dry Stone Wall Building Masterclass Weekend
After being introduced to principles and techniques in the classroom, participants will build a dry stone wall from foundation level to the finished capping stage. 
Sat, 03.09.22
Seed Saver Workshop
While many gardeners are happy to save seeds from both common and unusual ornamental flowers, the confidence to save vegetable seeds has drastically faded as a common and traditional practice. 
Sun, 04.09.22
Plan a Year's Harvest
This time of year we are often asked about how to grow organic vegetables, where to start, how to prepare the ground, how to fertilize, what to do about weeds, where to source seeds, what equipment to buy etc. 
Sat, 10.09.22
Autumn in the Polytunnel
Plan your rotation, revise your layout and get loads of ideas to get you through the winter months.
Sat, 10.09.22
Painting Workshop
Suitable for both seasoned artists and complete beginners, all may benefit from the inspiring locations within the grounds of The Organic Centre. 
Sun, 11.09.22
Biodiversity Walk 'n' Talk
The day will be packed full of information about biodiversity in all its glory...
Sat, 17.09.22
Wool Craft Weekend
Learn the ancient craft of processing raw fleece.
Sat, 17.09.22
The Zen of Drawing
By slowing down and really seeing we begin to bridge the gap between the eyes, heart, and hand, and can create nature studies that are true and beautiful. 
Sun, 18.09.22
Wild Mushroom Foraging
Wild mushrooms are a treasure hidden in our woods and forests, so why not pick a few for your dinner table. 
Sat, 24.09.22
Cheese Making Workshop
Spend the day learning the art of cheese making from Silke who has been making goat, cow and sheep milk cheeses for yonks. 
Sat, 24.09.22
Herbal Balms
In this workshop you will learn the difference between balms, ointments, salves and lotions. 
Sat, 24.09.22
Drawing Workshop
Suitable for both seasoned artists and complete beginners, all may benefit from the inspiring locations within the grounds of The Organic Centre. 
Sat, 01.10.22
Make your own Pizza Oven
For great outdoor fun and the real Italian taste a wood fired Bread and Pizza Oven built with Cob is hard to beat. 
Sun, 02.10.22
Homeopathic Plants
A focus on plant remedies to support physical and emotional well-being.
Sun, 02.10.22
Ayurveda - Science of Life
Ayurveda is believed to be the oldest system of medicine in the world.
Sat, 08.10.22
Divining the Landscape
Discover subtle influences at work in the landscape, through Earth energy Divining techniques (also known as Dowsing). 
Sat, 08.10.22
Winter Gardening
This time of year we are often asked about how to grow organic vegetables, where to start, how to prepare the ground, how to fertilise, what to do about weeds, where to source seeds, what equipment to buy etc. 
Sun, 09.10.22
Wild Mushroom Foraging
Wild mushrooms are a treasure hidden in our woods and forests, so why not pick a few for your dinner table. 
Sat, 15.10.22
Willow Basket Weaving Masterclass Weekend
Tom will teach you how to master the technique and weave your first basket for breads, shopping or general use, with or without handle.
Sat, 15.10.22
Seed Saver Workshop
While many gardeners are happy to save seeds from both common and unusual ornamental flowers, the confidence to save vegetable seeds has drastically faded as a common and traditional practice. 
Sat, 22.10.22
Willow Craft
Myth and lore of willow interwoven into ancestral craft of willow making.
Sat, 22.10.22
Tapping to Happiness
In this workshop you will learn about EFT – emotional freedom technique – and how to use it as your own self help tool for a whole host of issues. 
Sun, 23.10.22
Aquaponics for Beginners
Learn how to build and nurture an aquaponic system to grow vegetables and raise fish in your own back garden.
Sat, 29.10.22
Wine & Cider Making
Phil will demonstrate and show all the steps involved in producing good quality wines.
Sat, 05.11.22
Renewable Energy
In the course we will look at various forms of renewable energy which can be applied on a small scale
Sun, 06.11.22
Winter Fruit & Pruning
Learn how to prune your fruit trees during the winter and propagate your own stock.
Sat, 19.11.22
Realign with Mother Earth
A day of simple nature-based spiritual practices to focus and clarify the mind, awaken wisdom and cultivate compassion for all species.
Sat, 19.11.22
Therapeutic Horticulture
This two-day course will investigate the myriad ways that a Nature-based intervention like social and therapeutic horticulture can benefit people. 
Sat, 19.11.22
Wool Craft Weekend
Learn the ancient craft of processing raw fleece.
Sat, 26.11.22
Herbal Remedies for Colds & Flus
This talk and workshop will cover remedies found in most kitchens, and other useful plants to support and protect ourselves from the common cold and flu viruses. 
Sun, 27.11.22
Homeopathic Plants
A focus on plant remedies to support physical and emotional well-being.
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The Organic Centre

Rossinver, Co. Leitrim, Ireland, F91 H978
54°23’34.4″N 8°07’06.0″W

Telephone: +353 (0)71 985 4338
Fax: +353 (0)71 985 4338
Email: info@theorganiccentre.ie

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Registered in Ireland No. CHY 11547 Company No. 233736.
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