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We’re delighted to be hosting Paddy Keenan’s The Long Grazing Acre, co-presented by Anna Legge and Common Knowledge this...
15/06/2026

We’re delighted to be hosting Paddy Keenan’s The Long Grazing Acre, co-presented by Anna Legge and Common Knowledge this July.

The Long Grazing Acre celebrates the enormous contribution of Travellers to traditional Irish music, culture, and craft. From 10-12 July, the weekend takes place at our centre in Kilfenora with music, songs, talks, skillsharing, and demonstrations.

Joining Paddy for the weekend are the Barry family, William Dundon, Bianca Rohleder, Tom & Felix Doran, Steo Wall, Blackie O’Connell, Tommy Fegan, David Joyce, Terry & Mikey McInerney, and more.

The programme includes demonstrations of Traveller camping, bow tent making, and tin smithing, talks on Traveller pipers and the representation of Travellers in 19th century art, and a celebration of Maggie Barry hosted alongside her grandchildren. Plus an evening concert and session mór.

The weekend opens on Friday at 7pm with the premiere of Tommy Fegan’s radio documentary Paddy Keenan: A Piper’s Odyssey.

This is a not-for-profit event and all funds go directly to performer fees, workshop costs, and production. If cost is a barrier, reach out at [email protected].

Friday 10 – Sunday 12 July.

Tickets in bio. Part of our Heritage in Action programme, supported by The Heritage Council.

Photos 1 - James Connolly
Photo 2 - 6 - Freda Mullin Hughes Freda Mullin Hughes
Photo 7 - Myriam Riand

Lovely harvest today from our garden, with the help of our brilliant volunteers Zala and Kelly 🌱 The harvests are slower...
10/06/2026

Lovely harvest today from our garden, with the help of our brilliant volunteers Zala and Kelly 🌱 The harvests are slower to come this year in comparison to last year we are about 3 weeks behind, but better late than never!

02/06/2026

Today, we are delighted to launch ‘Peatlands in Practice’, our new, community led peatland restoration project based at our 50 acres site here at The Common Knowledge centre in Kilfenora, County Clare.

Over the next 6 months, we will work with ecologists, educators, cultural practitioners, and local communities to restore degraded peatland habitats through free hands-on ecosystem restoration education, and together we will learn how to appreciate the beauty of bogs and the importance of restoring them. Peatlands are amongst the most important ecosystems on Earth. They store vast amounts of carbon, regulate water systems, and support unique biodiversity by providing habitat to an abundance of flora and fauna.

This project invites people to directly take part in peatland restoration, reconnecting with the living landscapes shaped by both nature and culture. To find out more and to book your free space on one of the upcoming events visit the link in our bio.

Thank you to the National Parks and Wildlife Service and The Heritage Council for sponsoring this project.

There is something special about a dry stone wall. Shaped by hand, and made to stand for centuries. It is one of those c...
25/05/2026

There is something special about a dry stone wall. Shaped by hand, and made to stand for centuries. It is one of those crafts that connects us to the people who worked the land long before us.

This Saturday we are running a Free Dry Stone Walling Training Day for Clare community groups with just a few places remaining. Over the course of the day you will learn everything from stone selection and foundation preparation through to batter, bonding, and finishing. Practical, hands-on, and rooted in tradition.

From restoring an old boundary wall to creating a planter, a seating area, or a simple gateway into a shared space, the skills you learn on Saturday can be put to work in ways that your community will enjoy for years to come.

These training days are for Community Groups in Clare, are run on behalf of Clare Local Development Company and are fully funded through LEADER .

For more information and to book your place, visit ourcommonknowledge.org/clareskills.
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14/05/2026

Have you ever dreamed of building your own home, or just want the confidence to tackle jobs yourself and keep costs down? A few places are available on Build School - Level 1, running May 25th to 29th here at Common Knowledge and we'd love to see you there.

Over five days, you will work with a group who are on a similar self-build journey to you and together you will build a real structure, learning by doing from the ground up. No experience needed, just the willingness to show up and give it a go.

Here is what you will come away with:
- Hands-on experience with power tools, timber framing, and roof construction
- A solid understanding of foundations, insulation, and structural design
- An introduction to plumbing, electrics, and water management
- The knowledge to have better conversations with tradespeople and cut costs on your own projects
- Incredible memories of community spirit, delicious organic food and connecting with nature here at our 50-acre site in the heart of the Burren.

Becky joined us for Build School in 2025 and kindly shared her experience with us. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, you can find out more and book your place for this Build School or one of other upcoming course at https://www.ourcommonknowledge.org/course-build-school-level-1

Hi folks, we have two free Traditional Skills Training Days coming up for Clare Community Groups at the end of May with ...
06/05/2026

Hi folks, we have two free Traditional Skills Training Days coming up for Clare Community Groups at the end of May with some spaces available, and we'd love to see you there.

Hand Tools for Community Repair — May 30th and 31st
A practical, hands-on introduction to using, maintaining, and sharing essential hand tools for community projects. From safe use and sharpening to storage and organisation, you'll leave ready to support repair works, build days, garden projects, and much more.

Drystone Walling — May 30th
Step outside and learn the craft of drystone walling, from stone selection and foundation preparation through to bonding and finishing. A wonderful traditional skill that can be put to use building or repairing walls, planters, seating, and shared community spaces for years to come.

Both training days are free and open to Clare community groups. Whether you're part of a tidy towns group, a community garden, or a local volunteer network, these training days are a brilliant opportunity to build skills, connect with others, and bring something lasting back to your community.

Places are limited, so we'd encourage you to get in touch soon to secure your spot at
https://www.ourcommonknowledge.org/clareskills

These training days are fully funded through LEADER and delivered by Common Knowledge on behalf of Clare Local Development Company

Our Learning and Sustainability Lead, Aisling Wheeler is on Morning Focus this morning with Alan Morrisey. She is joine...
05/05/2026

Our Learning and Sustainability Lead, Aisling Wheeler is on Morning Focus this morning with Alan Morrisey. She is joined by Brigid Ginnity, Ennis Sustainable Energy Community and Green Party rep. They had a great discussion on building with natural materials and how to set up the home to be more energy efficient. Tune into Clare FM to listen in.

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Give the gift of learning, connection and hands on joy this season ✨Our gift vouchers can be used for any of our 2026 co...
08/12/2025

Give the gift of learning, connection and hands on joy this season ✨

Our gift vouchers can be used for any of our 2026 courses, from sewing and DIY to weaving, willow, welding, wood turning, tiling and Build School.

Perfect for anyone who wants to grow their confidence, learn practical skills, make more of their own, share good food, or spend time in supportive community at our centre in the Burren. Vouchers are available now and can be used for any upcoming course.

Here is what is already scheduled for 2026:

Introduction to Sewing ✂️
17 to 18 Jan (waitlist only), 7 to 8 Mar

DIY and Repair at Home 🔧
17 to 18 Jan, 14 to 15 Feb, 14 to 15 Mar, 4 to 5 Apr, 16 to 17 May

DIY Tiling 🧱
24 to 25 Jan

A Weekend of Willow Weaving 🧺
24 to 25 Jan (waitlist only), 21 to 22 Mar

DIY Kitchen Cabinets 🪚
7 to 8 Feb (waitlist only), 7 to 8 Mar

Introduction to Weaving (Scarf Workshop) 🧶
7 to 8 Feb

Introduction to Steel Fabrication and Welding 🔨
21 to 22 Feb

Wood Turning 🪵
21 to 22 Feb (waitlist only), 4 to 5 Apr

Build School Level One 🏗️
25 to 29 Mar, 23 to 27 Apr, 25 to 29 May

Brick and Block Laying 🧱
4 to 5 Apr

DIY Concrete Countertops ⚒️
11 to 12 Apr

Project Planning for Self Builders (Build School Level 2) 📐
14 to 17 May

We look forward to meeting your loved ones in 2026!

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