Coillte Sláintiúil

by | Mar 1, 2019 | LEADER Case Studies

A small business providing services to protect and replace woodland habitat of huge environmental and cultural importance. Summary Coillte Sláintiúil is a start-up enterprise providing a range of woodland conservation solutions such as containing invasive species and...

Development of a Community Plan for Cullohill

by | Feb 28, 2019 | LEADER Case Studies

Using community-led planning to map the steps for building future community sustainability Summary This project developed a five-year Community Plan to support the sustainable development of Cullohill village in county Laois. Through a community-led planning process,...

Restoration of Walled Garden in Mountbellew

by | Feb 6, 2019 | LEADER Case Studies

Preserving and celebrating local heritage to bring its multifaceted value to life   Summary In the long term, the Mountbellew Heritage and Tourism Network aims to rejuvenate, conserve and develop the 18th century walled garden in Mountbellew, County Galway....

SWEETS Community and Adult Education Centre

by | Feb 6, 2019 | LEADER Case Studies

South Westmeath Employment Education and Training Services (SWEETS) is a community services project located in rural Westmeath. Summary IT training is a core activity of SWEETS. This LEADER funded project facilitated SWEETS to upgrade its laptop equipment. The...

Corduff Raferagh Community Centre

by | Feb 6, 2019 | LEADER Case Studies

This project involved carrying out necessary repairs and upgrades to the Corduff Raferagh Community Centre. Summary This LEADER project included internal and external works such as solar panels, roof repairs, stage lighting, acoustic panels and computer equipment to...

Mid Ireland Adventure

by | Feb 6, 2019 | LEADER Case Studies

Mid Ireland Adventure is a start-up company addressing the growing demand for adventure sport activities in rural locations. Summary Company founder Jonathan O’Meara identified a gap in the market in the Offaly region, alongside strong natural amenities to base...