We’re delighted to share that An Grianán has been nominated for the Lidl Green Fund 2026! The Lidl Green Fund supports community projects that tackle important environmental and social challenges, and we have the chance to win a share of €100,000 in funding to help make a difference! Now we need YOUR support! Every vote […]
An Grianán Winter Market 2026🎄 Join us at An Grianán for a wonderful day of festive shopping, local creativity and seasonal treats.✨ 📅 Sunday, 8th November ⏰ 11:00am – 4:00pm 🎄✨ Calling all Crafters and Traders! ✨🎄 🎁 Be part of the inaugural An Grianán Winter Market and showcase your wonderful products! 🛍️ Meet Christmas […]
The play therapists at Crumlin Children’s Hospital have appealed to the members of ICA to make more Calico Dolls which are an invaluable tool for them when helping their patients understand and cope with their hospital experience. If you can spare some time, please use the pattern below and send the finished dolls to Central […]
MAKE A TEDDY. SPREAD A LITTLE JOY. Could your teddy become the next star of Today? The Irish Countrywomen’s Association (ICA) and RTÉ Today Show are joining forces for a brand-new nationwide Teddy Bear Competition — and we want to see your creativity! Whether you knit, sew, crochet, patchwork, upcycle or simply get creative, make […]
📢Remember to visit the ICA Marquee at the National Ploughing Championships! 📍You’ll find us at Block 2, Row 24, Stand 501 🟢 Make sure to stop by on the 15th, 16th and 17th of September 2026 🔵We look forward to meeting you!
In 1929, 20 women from Fethard, Co. Tipperary, climbed Slievenamon for a 10-day summer school, an adventure that helped inspire the ICA’s summer schools for the next 25 years. A fascinating story of friendship, learning and rural women making their mark on Irish history. Read the full story from RTÉ Brainstorm here.
The play therapists at Crumlin Children’s Hospital have appealed to the members of ICA to make more Calico Dolls which are an invaluable tool for them when helping their patients understand and cope with their hospital experience. If you can spare some time, please use the pattern below and send the finished dolls to Central […]
The National Brown Bread Baking Competition 2026 was held on Tuesday 28th of July in An Grianán. With an amazing 26 entries, the atmosphere around the house was amazing all day. The participants and their guests were treated to a phenomenal cookery demonstration by Chef Edward Hayden followed by a gorgeous lunch before competition judges […]
We are delighted to welcome the 37 new members of the Moygownagh Guild, Mayo Federation and we look forward to meeting you all at a national event in the near future.
The annual An Grianán Garden Party was held in the grounds of the walled garden on Saturday 4th July. The garden was filled with music, fashion and delicious food. Members enjoyed a barbecue, fashion show, strawberries and cream and danced the night away to Tony Cassidy’s musical renditions.